Joanna de Guzman

At Gyeongnam International Foreign School, I design inquiry-based, differentiated learning for Grades 2–3 and adapt instruction and assessment for EAL students and learners with diverse needs. I developed an individualized literacy support plan that contributed to 38-point MAP Reading growth from Fall to Spring.

I also teach PYP dance and drama for K–5, producing mini-plays and dance routines as director, choreographer, vocal coach, and production designer. Technology is part of my authentic learning experiences, from student-created AI videos to multimedia weather forecasts shared school-wide.

Across international schools in Korea, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Shanghai, I’ve taught elementary English language learners, served as a substitute teacher across K–12, and led student support, pastoral care, inclusive education, discipline, and counselling initiatives.

I bring curriculum leadership experience across six campuses, including English-program alignment, assessment and material review, teacher training, and more than 25 professional-development workshops. My teaching starts with knowing learners as whole individuals and helping them build agency, independence, compassion, and commitment to community.