Craig Mews
High School Science Teacher
Zagreb
Summary
A passionate and dedicated Secondary Science teacher with experience teaching DP/AP Physics, MYP Science, IB Theory of Knowledge. An advocate for developing engaged, internationally-minded, critical thinkers.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Teacher - Science
American International School of Zagreb
08.2019 - 06.2025
- International Baccalaureate Physics (Standard and Higher Level)
- International Baccalaureate Chemistry (Standard and Higher Level)
- Grade 9/10 Sports Science Elective
- Grade 10 Integrated Science
- Grades 9-12 Advisor
- Grades 9-12 Grade Level Lead
- Worked collaboratively with the Science Department in the development of the science program scope and sequence
- Curriculum Inquiry Team- NGSS implementation
- Integrated Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) with IB MYP grading criteria
- Planned, facilitated, and assessed differentiated inquiry lessons to meet the needs of all learners
- Effectively delivered the 'Character Strong' social skills program at the Grade 11 level
- Rock climbing instructor
- Grade 10 Unity Trip Lead
- Prom Lead
Teacher - Science
Stamford American International School
08.2012 - 06.2019
- IB DP Physics (Standard Level/Higher Level)
- AP Physics 1
- IB MYP Science Grades 6-10
- IB Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
- Academic Advisor for Grades 7,11 and 12
- Academic Field Studies Trip Leader for Grade 7 (2014-2016) and Grade 11 (2017)
- Collaborated with colleagues and the JUMP! Foundation to develop and implement Grade 7-12 Academic Field Studies experiential learning program
- Worked collaboratively with the Science Department in the development of the science program scope and sequence
- Curriculum Inquiry Team- STEAMinn/NGSS
- Integrated American Education Reaches Out (AERO) science standards and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) with IB MYP
- Planned, facilitated, and assessed differentiated inquiry lessons to meet the needs of all learners
- Effectively integrated IWB (Promethean), iPads, 1:1 MacBooks, Google Classroom and Vernier LoggerPro data collection software
- Effectively delivered the 'Second Step' social skills program at the Grade 7 level
- WASC, CIS, MYP, DP Accreditation Team member
- MYP Evaluation Steering Committee
- Model United Nations Co-Director
- Assistant Basketball Coach (U11/U12/U14/U16/U19)
Relief Teacher
Wild Rose School Division
08.2011 - 06.2011
- K-12 substitute teaching for schools in Wild Rose School Division
Teacher - Arts, Religion
Nova Central School District
09.2009 - 01.2011
- Prepared and implemented differentiated middle school religious studies and arts lessons
- Collaborated with colleagues to deliver interdisciplinary units of study
Relief Teacher
Nova Central School District
09.2009 - 01.2011
- K-12 substitute teaching for schools in Nova Central School District
Teacher - Physics/Chemistry/Science
Ecole Notre Dame High
08.2008 - 06.2009
- Taught Alberta based science curriculum (physics 20/30, chemistry 20/30, science 20/30 and science 9)
- Planned and delivered inquiry based science lessons
- Integrated technology with use of IWB and data collection software
- Facilitated development of student laboratory skills and safety
- Prepared and maintained laboratory resources
Teacher - Kindergarten English Immersion
Maple Bear Global Schools
08.2007 - 07.2008
- Delivered Canadian (Manitoba-based) curriculum to a variety of students between the ages of 3-9
- Worked with students who are learning English as an additional language
- Taught a 'Moms-and-Tots' class where young learners (aged 3 and 4) attended class with their mothers
Education
Bachelor of Education - Intermediate/Secondary
Memorial University of Newfoundland
09.2006 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science - Chemistry
Memorial University of Newfoundland
09.2001 - 05.2006
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Collaboration
- Curriculum Development
- Data Processing and Analysis
- Differentiated Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Student Centered Learning
- Laboratory Skills Development
- Assessment
- Inquiry Based Instruction
- Standards Based Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Leadership
- Risk Assessment
Certification
2018, Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP)
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 03/29/83
Timeline
Teacher - Science
American International School of Zagreb
08.2019 - 06.2025
Teacher - Science
Stamford American International School
08.2012 - 06.2019
Relief Teacher
Wild Rose School Division
08.2011 - 06.2011
Teacher - Arts, Religion
Nova Central School District
09.2009 - 01.2011
Relief Teacher
Nova Central School District
09.2009 - 01.2011
Teacher - Physics/Chemistry/Science
Ecole Notre Dame High
08.2008 - 06.2009
Teacher - Kindergarten English Immersion
Maple Bear Global Schools
08.2007 - 07.2008
Bachelor of Education - Intermediate/Secondary
Memorial University of Newfoundland
09.2006 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science - Chemistry
Memorial University of Newfoundland
09.2001 - 05.2006
2018, Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP)
2018, Cognita Cybersecurity Training
2017, Wilderness First Aid
2016, IB DP Physics Category 1
2015, IB MYP Approaches to Learning Category 3
2014, IB DP Biology Category 3
2013, IB DP Biology Category 1
2007, Newfoundland and Labrador Teaching Certificate
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