Iwuala Gideon

Educational Leader | Academic Administrator | Curriculum Development Expert

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Port HarcourtMember since July 13, 2026

Academic LeadershipCurriculum DevelopmentStakeholder engagementMathematicsPhysicsStatisticsICTE-learning platformsPastoral careFinancial and Operational ManagementStakeholder Engagement and Communication

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About

To provide visionary academic leadership, drive innovative educational strategies, and oversee curriculum excellence to foster exceptional student and staff outcomes in a dynamic and resourceful institution.

Experience

Principal at Taybuwtah International School (2025-01 – 2026-12)

Provide instructional leadership by driving academic standards, supervising teaching, and improving student performance.
Manage school operations including administration, discipline, timetables, and compliance.
Lead and supervise staff, ensuring accountability, development, and effective teamwork.
Oversee finances and resources to ensure efficiency and sustainability.
Maintain relationships with parents, government, and the community while guiding the school's overall growth and direction.
Doubled the population of the school after two terms
Created the school structures and policies that impacted on growth and students' performance
Designed the Cambridge IGCSE scheme for implementation
Registered the school for different external examination bodies

Head of Schools at Passion Modern Schools (2023-01 – 2025-12)

Develop and articulate a clear vision for the school's future.
Lead the implementation of strategic plans that align with the school's goals and ethos.
Inspire and empower staff and students towards continuous growth and innovation.
Ensure high standards of teaching and learning across all levels.
Lead the review and development of the school's curriculum
Staff Recruitment and Development
Student Welfare and Safeguarding
Spearheaded academic programs resulting in top performances in external Examinations.
Established international collaborations that enhanced teacher and student exchanges.
Implemented e-learning platforms, increasing student engagement and accessibility.
Improved overall student academic performance by 25% within the first year.

Academic Coordinator at Brighton Gate Academy (2021-01 – 2023-12)

Directed the academic section, supervising HODs and workforce operations.
Managed curriculum planning, development, and implementation.
Oversaw staff motivation, professional development, and performance monitoring.
Led extracurricular programs to enhance academic and personal excellence.
Achieved 100% pass rates in WAEC and NECO Physics and Mathematics.
Introduced robotics and coding programs, leading students to win national awards.
Automated school operations, including e-learning solutions and performance tracking.
Facilitated international partnerships for student and teacher exchange programs.

Senior Academic Supervisor at Christian Child School (2020-01 – 2021-12)

Supervised curriculum use in Mathematics and Sciences for effective learning.
Chaired departmental meetings and reported to the Principal.
Managed termly academic calendars and staff schedules.
Mentored new teachers and conducted staff training programs.
Successfully led the school through WAEC and NECO approval processes.
Improved department efficiency through staff collaboration strategies.

Head of Mathematics and Physics Department at Spring Falls College (2018-01 – 2020-12)

Oversaw Mathematics and Physics curriculum development and teaching standards.
Conducted regular departmental meetings to ensure goal alignment.
Provided welfare and pastoral care to students.
Produced over 100 graduates with excellent results (A and B grades) in SSCE.
Developed collaborative teaching approaches adopted schoolwide for lasting success.

Director of ICT and Head of Mathematics at New Brain Academy (2014-01 – 2018-12)