Head at ShichiBuJuku Dojo, Tokyo Teaching traditional karate, Kobudo and Iaido
James M. Hatch
Educator - Global Mindedness And Intercultural Competencies Coordinator
Machida,Tokyoto
Summary
Dedicated and knowledgeable educator with strong understanding of teacher development, programme implementation and enabling student success . Committed to enhancing overall student success by maintaining productive relationships with students and parents and updating educational protocols. Detail and goal oriented with training in teacher leadership, IB MYP/DP, and research in international education education. Seeking a position in which I can contribute to the development of new teachers delivering international education. Looking for a supportive environment in which I can continue research into international education and its implications for global mindedness and intercultural competency.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Leadership Roles and Teacher
Seisen International School
Tokyo, Tokyoto
08.2011 - Current
- 2013-19 served as the High School Principal and oversaw the revamping and updating of various policies and approaches to learning.
- Established and developed current role as the K-12 Global Mindedness and Intercultural Competencies coordinator.
- Offer and support teacher professional development.
- Ensure SIS`s policies and practices align with best practices.
- Develop and Offer numerous workshops for parents and community concerning aspects of international education.
Programme Director - International Bacculaureatte
Tamagawa Gakuin
Machida, Tokyoto
08.2009 - 07.2011
- Consulted regularly with external stakeholders on application, development and project status, as school launched an IB grounded stream K-12.
- Prepared action plans to address concerns discovered through surveys, classroom observations and conversations with stakeholders in regards to implementing IB learning within an Article 1 school setting.
- Achieved and maintained IB MYP and DP accreditation.
High School Principal
Fukuoka International School
Fukuoka, Fukuoka
08.2003 - 07.2009
- Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs via launching the International Baccalaureate Diploma, rewriting assessment standards and enabling improved teaching grounded in best practices and IB expectations.
- Worked to develop a K-12 approach to support English language learning while balancing the needs of mother tongue support and learning.
- Reviewed and refreshed HS curriculum with faculty members to continuously improve quality of instruction and ensure IB Learner Profile alignment.
- Worked with Head of School and Board of Trustees to ensure school offered a learning environment aligned with best practices.
HS Teacher
Durham Catholic School Board
Oshawa, Ontario
08.1991 - 07.2003
- Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs as outlined under the Ontario revised curriculum in social studies.
- Counseled and monitored at-risk students for attendance, academic progress and behavioral concerns.
- Selected independent study units to educate and enable students in academic thinking, researching and communication.
- Modeled expected and appropriate leadership to promote to teaching staff and administrative personnel positive interaction with students and families.
- Administered all facets of personnel policies and procedures, including conception, modification, and approval of professional staff additions.
Education
Doctorate of Education - International Education - Leadership And Management
University of Bath
Bath, United Kingdom 08.2009 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Arts (Education) - Secondary School - History And English
University Of Toronto
Toronto, Canada 08.1990 - 05.1991
Master of Arts - Public History - Native Policy
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, Canada 08.1988 - 05.1990
Bachelor of Arts - History (Major)/English (Minor)M
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, Canada 09.1984 - 05.1988
Skills
Student-centered Learning
Curriculum Development
Secondary Education (especially IB MYP and Diploma)
Inquiry-Based Learning
Project Management
Enabling Teachers to implement reflexive praxis
Learning Management Systems - Using ManageBac to trash IB Unit Planning
Certification
Making the MYP Happen
Affiliations
- Alliance For International Education.
- Alliance for International Education - Japan Chapter Chair.
- Ontario Ministry of Education - Lead Writer Politics (1998- 2003).
- Ontario Ministry of Education - Associate Writer US History (1998- 2003).
- Ontario Ministry of Education - Curriculum Editor (1998- 2003)
- Awarded the Bishop of Ontario Award for Contribution to Catholic Education (2002)
Publications
- Hatch, J. (Spring, 2020). The Elephant in the Room, or lies we tell? International School: Magazine for International Educator.
- Hatch, J. (2021). Becoming and the International Teacher: Tales from the Front Line in Educational Reform and International Baccalaureate in Asia-Pacific. eds: D. Coulson, S. Datta, M. Davies. IGS Global.
- Bunnell, T., and Hatch, J . 2021). ‘We know what sort of child we want': The hidden practices guarding admission to an ‘Elite Traditional International School' in East Asia . Studies in Sociology of Education.
- Hatch, James (2023) forthcoming). Tsuyoshi Chitosei: A Man of His Times.
Interests
Writer and researcher on the history and practice of Okinawa Martial Arts
Timeline
Leadership Roles and Teacher
Seisen International School
08.2011 - Current
Programme Director - International Bacculaureatte
Tamagawa Gakuin
08.2009 - 07.2011
Doctorate of Education - International Education - Leadership And Management
University of Bath
08.2009 - 07.2018
High School Principal
Fukuoka International School
08.2003 - 07.2009
HS Teacher
Durham Catholic School Board
08.1991 - 07.2003
Bachelor of Arts (Education) - Secondary School - History And English
University Of Toronto
08.1990 - 05.1991
Master of Arts - Public History - Native Policy
University of Waterloo
08.1988 - 05.1990
Bachelor of Arts - History (Major)/English (Minor)M
University of Waterloo
09.1984 - 05.1988