Duncan Edward McNamara

Led strategic direction of teaching and learning in primary school, focusing on developing and implementing inquiry pedagogy in English Language Learning and Mathematics.

• Spearheaded development and implementation of comprehensive Quality Assurance program and updated teacher appraisal system, including adoption of Teacher Standards.
• Elevated assessment practices across division, raising profile of MAP and CAT4 assessments while enhancing stakeholder understanding among staff, students, families, and board.
• Implemented data-driven assessment practices and instructional coaching for all teachers, with focus on Universal Design for Learning.
• Initiated and oversaw curriculum enhancements, including integration of authentic mathematical applications within the Program of Inquiry and launched a MABLE program for high-achieving students.
• Fostered parental engagement through workshops, three-way conferences, and Celebrations of Learning, while also implementing home and personalized online learning resources to support student achievement.
• Led curriculum reviews and program development plans in line with IB / CIS recommendations

• Led curriculum development and implementation for IB PYP programme from candidacy to authorization.
• Managed and mentored teaching teams, fostering a culture of collective vision and goal achievement.
• Conducted and oversaw quality assurance processes including planning reviews, assessment moderation, learning walks, lesson observations, and data scrutiny.
• Managed administrative tasks including curriculum documentation, timetabling, budgeting, and teacher absence coverage.
• Facilitated professional development workshops for staff on inquiry and concept-based pedagogical practices, teaching standards, planning routines, and assessment moderation.
• Led parent workshops on PYP philosophy, Exhibition, NWEA MAP, Managebac, and core subjects (Reading, Writing, and Math).
• Oversaw admissions process for Grades K-5, collaborating with Qatar Foundation central admissions department.

• Served in multiple capacities including Grade 3 Lead Teacher and Literacy Coach within a US curriculum framework.
• Led pedagogical initiatives, coaching teachers in reading and writing strategies to foster a school-wide culture of literacy.
• Developed and facilitated workshops for parents, providing strategies for supporting early reading development at home.
• Designed and implemented a whole-school writing website creating a lasting resource for ongoing student writing development.
• Collaborated with faculty to enhance literacy instruction across grade levels and subjects.
• Contributed to curriculum development and alignment in literacy for the US-based program.

• Developed comprehensive medium-term plans and daily instructional materials across multiple subjects (literacy, maths, science, geography, art, and ICT) aligned with the UK National Curriculum.
• Taught Year 3 and Year 4 homeroom classes, demonstrating versatility across different primary grade levels.
• Implemented targeted phonics intervention programs for struggling readers in Key Stage 2, supporting literacy development.
• Led an academic math club focused on enhancing students' mathematical discourse and reasoning skills.
• Coached the U15 girls' football team, contributing to extracurricular activities and student development beyond academics.