Christopher Gunzelle
@christophergunzelle
Experienced science educator and examiner specializing in secondary and exam preparation.
JamaicaWhat I'm looking for
I am an experienced science educator with a strong track record teaching Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Integrated Science for Grades 9–13. I hold a B.Ed. in Science & Technology with First Class Honours and began my teaching career in secondary education in 2007.
I have served as an adjunct lecturer, assessment coordinator, and held leadership roles including summer school coordinator and virtual school programme coordinator. I am proficient with major online teaching and learning platforms and have contributed to virtual learning initiatives at my school.
I have longstanding assessment experience as an examiner and moderator with regional and international bodies including CXC, IBO and CIE, and have been involved in test item writing for e-learning projects. I also authored an Integrated Science book series for Grades 7–9 (publication pending).
I bring a student-centered approach, strong assessment design skills, and leadership in curriculum and virtual learning implementation. I am committed to improving student outcomes and supporting teacher development in STEM education.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
CEExaminer — Biology
Cambridge Assessment International Education
Jan 2015 - Present (10 years 11 months)
Assessed O-Level Biology papers and contributed to exam quality and standardisation for Cambridge IGCSE/O-Level from 2015 onward.
IOAssessed MYP Biology exams for the IBO, contributing to international standard-setting and student evaluation processes since 2015.
CCExaminer — Integrated Science
Caribbean Examinations Council
Jan 2014 - Present (11 years 11 months)
Authored and assessed CSEC Integrated Science examinations and moderated Biology practicals, ensuring assessment quality and standards from 2014 onward.
Teacher of Science
Meadowbrook High School
Jan 2007 - Present (18 years 11 months)
Teach Chemistry, Physics, Biology and Integrated Science to Grades 9–13 and coordinate assessments for Chemistry and Biology, improving curriculum delivery and student performance over a sustained tenure.
Item Writer — E-Learning
E-Learning Jamaica
Jan 2015 - Dec 2016 (1 year 11 months)
Wrote MCQ, structured and essay questions for digital learning resources in 2015–2016 to support national e-learning initiatives.
TCAdjunct Lecturer
The Mico University College
Jan 2012 - Dec 2014 (2 years 11 months)
Delivered Integrated Science courses for primary-school teacher trainees, contributing to teacher preparedness and pedagogical standards between 2012 and 2014.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
TCThe Mico University College
Bachelor of Education, Science & Technology
2009 - 2011
Grade: First Class Honours
Activities and societies: President of UNESCO Club (at Mico Teachers' College prior to degree).
Completed a Bachelor of Education in Science & Technology with First Class Honours.
The Mico Teachers' College
Diploma in Teacher Education, Teacher Education (Chemistry & Biology)
2001 - 2004
Grade: First Class Honours
Activities and societies: President of UNESCO Club (2003–2004).
Completed a Diploma in Teacher Education (Double Option: Chemistry & Biology) with First Class Honours.
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