| Began teaching at a reasonably early age and have remained within the profession for the last 30 or so years. |
| Spent some time teaching in Ethiopia, simply because the opportunity arose. |
| Between stints outside New Zealand, took a position as Head of Social Science at the Auckland University of Technology. |
| Became the Deputy Principal in an international university preparation college. The school grew from an initial cohort of 160 to around 800 within two years. |
| Worked at Chinese International School, Hong Kong for 8 years. |
| Helped establish an extension of CIS campus in Hangzhou. |
Experience in setting up or managing a school Project Manager, Student Enrichment Centre, Hangzhou, China | 2011-2013 |
| Overview the development of CIS - HZ, opening date September 2013. |
| Budget $25m (HK). |
| Coordinate nine key departments involved in the development of CIS - HZ. |
| Assist with dormitory and academic building design and requirements. |
| Coordinate the development of experiential learning opportunities. |
| Coordinate the provision of CAS opportunities. |
| Development of timetable and weekly structure. |
| Development student welfare policies and procedures. |
| Engage student services; cafeteria, medical centre and security services. |
| Liaison with Parent Advisory Group. |
| Coordinate procurement of Curriculum and Curriculum Capex and BTA. |
Deputy Principal Taylors College and Embassy CES Auckland | 2003-2006 Administrative Responsibilities: Staff and Programme |
| Acting Principal when Principal is overseas. |
| Assist Principal with appointing staff. |
| Manage the day-to-day activities of the College. |
| Organise College timetable with the Principal. |
| Manage College professional development programme. |
| Ensure academic programs are developed, delivered, reviewed appropriately. |
| Manage internal audit and annual review processes. |
| Manage the Taylors College Management System (TQMS). |
| Manage education outside the classroom policies and procedures. |
| Manage information technology within the College. |
| Conduct monthly and annual performance reviews - Tertiary Counsellor, Librarian, Student Welfare Manger and IT Officer. |