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“Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.”

- Nelson Mandela

Greetings, and welcome to my professional teaching portfolio. I am Mieder van Loggerenberg, a fully qualified and licensed educator holding a 5-year teaching license (B-License) from the Teacher’s Council of Thailand. Additionally, I possess a Master of Science in Innovative Education and Teaching (MSIET) degree, a Post Graduate Diploma in Teaching (PGDT), a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certificate, and a TEYL (Teaching English to Young Learners) certificate. My academic background also includes a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Bs.IT.), and I am currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Education with a focus on Pre and Primary Teaching (MA.Ed.PPT). My long-term academic aspirations include obtaining a Professional Doctorate (PD) in Education by 2028, a Diploma in Montessori Teachers Training (Dip.MTT), and a Diploma Course in Counselling for Teachers (Dip.CCT).

With 20 years of teaching experience, I am a dynamic and results-oriented educator with an avid commitment to student development. My core belief in education and teaching is embedded in progressivism and constructivism, which centers on designing and implementing creative, hands-on curricula that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities, thus empowering students to succeed and realize their individual goals. My expertise, obtained through my extensive teaching experience, spans a wide range of areas in education, which includes:

• EAL, TEFL and TESOL for young learners to adults • Test Preparation for IGCSE, TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, CU-TEP, and TU-GET • Pre and Primary and Secondary Language Development • ELA and Social Studies Preparation • STEM and STEAM for Pre and Primary Education • Reading and Writing Development through phonics • Linguistic Competence • Individualized and Multidisciplinary Education Plans • Designing and developing curricula and content • Pedagogical development in education • Technology Integration and 21st-century Teaching • Online education development • Teaching strategies for inclusive education • Project and Inquiry-based learning • Active learning • Problem-based learning • Cooperative learning • Flipped classroom • Socratic questioning • Montessori method • Experiential learning • Classroom management • Corporate Training

My multifaceted skill set extends beyond the classroom. I am highly motivated and well-organized, with over a decade of managerial experience. I excel in leveraging technology to streamline processes optimizing organizational effectiveness. My background encompasses a wide range of business and professional specialties and skills, including:

• Operations management in education • Project management • Project planning and scheduling • Resource planning allocation and forecasting • Financial planning, maximizing productivity and profits • Sales and marketing in education • Entrepreneurship in education • System design and implementation • Quality assurance in education • Staff recruitment and training • Leadership • Team building • Effective communication • Developing interpersonal relationships and conflict resolution • Critical thinking and problem-solving • Time management • Highly creative • Tech-savvy • Effective presentation skills

Moreover, I pride myself on my ability to adapt to changing circumstances, stay patient in challenging situations, and maintain a flexible approach to tasks and responsibilities. These qualities have been instrumental in my previous roles, allowing me to navigate diverse work environments, collaborate effectively with teams, and consistently deliver results in dynamic and ever-evolving situations.

The development of an educational philosophy is inevitable in a teacher's career, encompassing beliefs about lesson planning, classroom management, and teaching methodologies. As a primary and secondary education teacher and a language and corporate trainer, my responsibility lies in ensuring that students acquire knowledge, develop skills, and form attitudes that will guide them through academic and professional pursuits. To achieve this, I incorporate 21st-century teaching strategies in my classroom, equipping students with the skills necessary for effective functioning in our ever-evolving technological landscape.

In teaching English, I adhere to linguistic principles, facilitating language acquisition and encouraging interaction across cultural and linguistic boundaries. Recognizing my students' diverse needs and backgrounds, I tailor lessons accordingly, drawing from various philosophies and methods. I adapt my teaching style to accommodate different learning goals and styles, employing diverse activities such as discussions, group work, and project-based learning (PBL). PBL allows students to engage in collaborative brainstorming, fostering teamwork, and providing a platform for the expression of thoughts without fear of judgment. These experiences contribute to developing critical skills such as research, observation, and assessment, mirroring the demands of adulthood and the workforce.

As a foreigner in Thailand, I actively promote cross-cultural awareness and appreciation, using the internet to expose students to diverse ethnic groups, cultures, and ideas. This approach fosters global citizenship and enhances my understanding of students, colleagues, and the societal context in which I teach.

My teaching philosophy strongly emphasizes building critical thinking skills, promoting innovative solutions, honing communication skills, integrating technology, and instilling a strong moral compass. To remain effective, I believe in evolving as an educator and continually developing professionally. Reflecting on my teaching style, philosophy, and subject matter has provided me with the tools to refine my approach further. While recognizing that my philosophy may evolve with experience, I am steadfast in my commitment to providing students with a transformative education.