Rodrigo Telles
IBDP Economics, TOK and MYP Individuals and Societies teacher
P-7503, KAUST (King Abdullah University of Science and Technology), Thuwal, Saudi Arabia
Summary
I have had the privilege of being an international teacher for the last 15 years, focusing on student-centered engagements and developing well-rounded kids through the development of thinking routines, coaching, and co-curricular activities. I am an IBEN member with multiple roles (Workshop leader/Accreditation team visit member/Lead examiner). I also have an outstanding record as a department head for my current school for the past eight years.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
<p>KOGNITY Intelligent Textbooks (Sweden)</p>
Book and Assessment author for IB Econ / Book editor / Workshop leader / Feedback handler
11.2019 - Current
<p>The KAUST School (Saudi Arabia)</p>
IB DP Teacher for Economics (HL and SL) & TOK & IB MYP Individuals & Societies (year 4) and Head of Humanities department
08.2011 - Current
- Developed a solid, cohesive and motivated educational team by setting high expectations and accountability. Encouraged team approach by sharing ideas and opinions from every member.
- Successfully led two teams of different sections of DP standards and one team of MYP standards for the self-study accreditation processes (CIS / IBO / NEASC).
- Led the I&S team through an exemplary moderation and external monitoring of assessments.
<p>Hayah International Academy (Egypt)</p>
IB DP Teacher for Economics and Business/Management (HL and SL)
08.2009 - 06.2011
<p>Nefertari American School (Egypt)</p>
Teacher and Head Coordinator of competitions (Economics grade 12 - World History grade 10 - PE grade 6,7)
10.2008 - 06.2009
<p>El Rowad American College (Egypt)</p>
High School teacher for Business Studies and Economics
01.2007 - 07.2008
<p>The American University in Cairo (Egypt)</p>
Professor Assistant (Micro and Macroeconomics for undergraduate level)
09.2007 - 05.2008
<p>Caixa Economica Federal - Federal Bank (Brazil)</p>
Manager & Loan broker assistant
11.2000 - 12.2002
Manager (February 2002-December 2002)
Loan Broker Assistant (November 2000-July 2001)
Education
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American University in Cairo - AUC (Egypt)
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American University in Cairo - AUC (Egypt)
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Alliant International University - AIU (United States)
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Federal University of Brasilia, Brasilia - UFB (Brazil)
Skills
Adaptability - worked in different careers in four different countries (Bank manager / Accountant / Business owner / Soccer player / Teacher)
Leadership - several years leading a team of seven teachers in a highly effective department at the KAUST school
Time management - exemplar professionalism by always completing tasks before due dates
Technology - very comfortable with and practitioner of various platforms (Google / Office / Apple / Managebac / Powerschool / Akili and others)
Teamwork - valued team member with direct, but sensitive communication
Work History
<p>The KAUST School </p> <p></p>
Soccer head coach for U16 & U19 boys teams
01.2011
<p>Highfield Qualifications</p> <p></p>
CPR/ERD & First Aid training
- 04.2021
<p>Firefighter brigade at KFD (KAUST)</p> <p></p>
Lieutenant Firefighter & Fire Marshal at school
01.2017 - 01.2018
<p>JOHN NAPIER SOCCER CAMP</p> <p></p>
Soccer instructor and coach for ages from 8 to 16
01.2003 - 01.2005
Certification
OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS AWARD - AUC (Cairo, EGYPT)
References
robyn.spicer@kaust.edu.sa
Timeline
KOGNITY Intelligent Textbooks (Sweden)
Book and Assessment author for IB Econ / Book editor / Workshop leader / Feedback handler
11.2019 - Current
The KAUST School (Saudi Arabia)
IB DP Teacher for Economics (HL and SL) & TOK & IB MYP Individuals & Societies (year 4) and Head of Humanities department
08.2011 - Current
Hayah International Academy (Egypt)
IB DP Teacher for Economics and Business/Management (HL and SL)
08.2009 - 06.2011
OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS AWARD - AUC (Cairo, EGYPT)
01-2009
FELLOW MOBILITY PROGRAM (FMP) - AUC (Manila, PHILIPPINES)
01-2009
Nefertari American School (Egypt)
Teacher and Head Coordinator of competitions (Economics grade 12 - World History grade 10 - PE grade 6,7)
10.2008 - 06.2009
RYOICHI SASAKAWA FELLOWSHIP - AUC (Cairo, EGYPT)
01-2008
UNIVERSITY FELLOWSHIP - AUC (Cairo, EGYPT)
01-2008
The American University in Cairo (Egypt)
Professor Assistant (Micro and Macroeconomics for undergraduate level)
09.2007 - 05.2008
El Rowad American College (Egypt)
High School teacher for Business Studies and Economics
01.2007 - 07.2008
OUTSTANDING BACHELORS DEGREE AWARD - AIU “Voted Most Scholarly by Faculty” (San Diego, US)
01-2006
IDEA SCHOLARSHIP - AIU (San Diego, US)
01-2006
Caixa Economica Federal - Federal Bank (Brazil)
Manager & Loan broker assistant
11.2000 - 12.2002
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American University in Cairo - AUC (Egypt)
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American University in Cairo - AUC (Egypt)
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Alliant International University - AIU (United States)
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Federal University of Brasilia, Brasilia - UFB (Brazil)