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David Devine
IB Coordinator | Economics & TOK Teacher | Curriculum & Assessment Leader | Entrepreneurship in Education
Yangon,Myanmar
Summary
Experienced IB Diploma Programme Coordinator and international educator with a strong track record of 15+ years in Asia and Latin America. Specializing in IB DP implementation, curriculum leadership, and interdisciplinary program design. Dedicated to equipping students with necessary skills to excel in a rapidly changing world. Approach revolves around integrating entrepreneurial thinking, real-world economics, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals into inquiry-based instruction. Successfully led IB authorizations, developed teacher capacity, and fostered student agency through future-ready, globally focused curriculum design. Offers support in areas such as IB DP implementation and strategic planning, interdisciplinary curriculum development, IB Economics and Theory of Knowledge training, entrepreneurship education, and global citizenship integration. If seeking to innovate programs, align curriculum with IB's evolving frameworks, or incorporate entrepreneurship into school's learning model, let's connect to explore the possibilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
IB Diploma Programme Coordinator | IB Economics Teacher (HL/SL)
Yangon International School
Yangon, Myanmar
06.2024 - Current
- Lead the IB Diploma Programme with a focus on academic integrity, student well-being, and whole-program coherence
- Teach IB Economics through inquiry-based and real-world approaches that foster critical thinking and global citizenship
- Passionate about interdisciplinary learning, building teacher capacity, and aligning curriculum with the IB's evolving emphasis on student agency, skills development, and future-ready education
IB Economics & Theory of Knowledge Teacher | CAS Coordinator
The International School Nido de Aguilas
Santiago, Chile
06.2021 - 06.2024
- Taught IB Economics (HL/SL) and Theory of Knowledge to Grade 11 and 12 students, emphasizing inquiry, real-world applications, and critical thinking
- Served as CAS Coordinator, guiding students in meaningful experiences aligned with IB learning outcomes and personal growth
- Coached middle school tennis and led the Investing & Entrepreneurship Club, supporting student agency and financial literacy through experiential learning
IB Economics & TOK Lead | Business & Social Entrepreneurship Educator
Yangon International School
Yangon, Myanmar
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Taught AP Economics, IB Economics (HL/SL), Theory of Knowledge, and Business
- Served as TOK Lead, supporting interdisciplinary connections and curriculum planning
- Led the school's successful transition from AP to IB, contributing to IB authorization and programme development
- Designed and facilitated entrepreneurship projects where students applied entrepreneurial thinking and the UN SDGs to develop and launch business solutions addressing global challenges
Curriculum Coordinator and IB DP Coordinator
Lincoln School, Costa Rica
06.2016 - 06.2019
- Led the development, alignment, and sequencing of curriculum across grade levels; conducted data analysis on student performance to inform instructional decisions and schoolwide policy
- As IB DP Coordinator, oversaw all aspects of the Diploma Programme, including exam administration, CAS, and Extended Essay coordination
- Provided guidance to students and parents through workshops, individual meetings, and presentations on IB pathways
- Facilitated professional development for teachers and supported implementation of best practices in teaching and assessment
Humanities & Social Sciences Educator | AP World History & Economics
Colegio Nueva Granada
07.2013 - 08.2016
- Taught Grade 9 Integrated Humanities, AP World History, and Economics, using inquiry-based strategies to deepen student engagement with historical and contemporary global issues
- Collaborated on the design and implementation of an interdisciplinary, concept-driven curriculum rooted in real-world problem solving and student agency
- Contributed to the character education and ethics initiative, promoting reflection, empathy, and principled action in both academic and community contexts
- Facilitated experiential learning opportunities that empowered students to investigate and address authentic challenges beyond the classroom
Social Science Teacher
Lincoln School
07.2011 - 08.2013
- Designed and developed an integrated social studies curriculum
- Public Policy Action linking indigenous communities to local and federal governments in Costa Rica
- Experiential and applied learning
Educational Research Associate
Florida Gulf Coast University
08.2009 - 08.2011
- Conducted educational research within the Social Sciences and Education Departments, with a focus on program evaluation and character development initiatives
- Co-authored research on the 'Kid Styles' character education program, with findings published in peer-reviewed academic journals and presented at professional conferences
- Supported data collection, analysis, and literature review processes across multiple projects
- Contracted by private firms for professional academic and business writing, including grant proposals and business plans
AP World History and Economics Teacher
Immokalee High School
07.2007 - 08.2009
- Taught AP World History and Economics, integrating literacy strategies and supporting multilingual learners through ESL-informed instruction
- Served on the Literacy Development Team to promote reading and writing across the curriculum
- Actively contributed to the Mentor Committee, supporting new teachers and fostering a collaborative school culture
- Head coach for 9th Grade Boys' Basketball, promoting leadership and teamwork
- Co-led Model United Nations, encouraging global awareness and critical thinking among students
Education
Master of Education - MEd - Curriculum and Instruction
Florida Gulf Coast University
Estero, Florida 06.2007 - 06.2009
Master of Science (MSc) - Economics, Environmental Economics
University of London
London, UK 01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Florida Gulf Coast University
Florida, United States 07.2001 - 07.2004
Skills
Assessment for learning
IB programme leadership
Adaptability and flexibility
Data-Driven Instruction
Scaffolding for EAL/ELL students
Digital pedagogy & adaptive tech integration
Certification
Economic Policy Lessons
Publications
- Evaluating Pre-Service Teacher Performance In The Classroom
- Mixed Methods Designs in Evaluation Studies: Trends in the Published Literature
- The Mosaic Curriculum
- Journal of the World Universities Forum
- Kids Style Final Report from the Pilot Program
Awards
- Supporter Spotlight
- Magna Cum Laude
- National Honors Society
- Grade Level Leader
Software
Teams
Google Classroom
Powerschool
Excel
Schoology
Managebac
Timeline
IB Diploma Programme Coordinator | IB Economics Teacher (HL/SL)
Yangon International School
06.2024 - Current
IB Economics & Theory of Knowledge Teacher | CAS Coordinator
The International School Nido de Aguilas
06.2021 - 06.2024
IB Economics & TOK Lead | Business & Social Entrepreneurship Educator
Yangon International School
07.2019 - 07.2022
Curriculum Coordinator and IB DP Coordinator
Lincoln School, Costa Rica
06.2016 - 06.2019
Master of Science (MSc) - Economics, Environmental Economics
University of London
01.2016 - 01.2018
Humanities & Social Sciences Educator | AP World History & Economics
Colegio Nueva Granada
07.2013 - 08.2016
Social Science Teacher
Lincoln School
07.2011 - 08.2013
Educational Research Associate
Florida Gulf Coast University
08.2009 - 08.2011
AP World History and Economics Teacher
Immokalee High School
07.2007 - 08.2009
Master of Education - MEd - Curriculum and Instruction
Florida Gulf Coast University
06.2007 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Florida Gulf Coast University
07.2001 - 07.2004
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