MJ
Mary Jane Buniel
Educational Leader | Trainer in Curriculum, Pedagogy & Digital Learning | Head of Primary School
Leadership & People ManagementPersonal Development & Resilience
With over 28 years of experience in international education, I am an accomplished educational leader, trainer, and curriculum specialist with expertise in Cambridge and IB education. I have served in leadership roles including Head of Primary School, Head of Professional Development and Curriculum, PYP Coordinator, Science Subject Leader, and teacher trainer.
My areas of expertise include instructional leadership, teacher coaching, curriculum development, assessment practices, digital learning integration, social-emotional learning, and professional development. I have facilitated numerous workshops for educators locally and internationally, supporting schools in strengthening teaching and learning practices for 21st-century education.
I am passionate about empowering educators, fostering innovative learning environments, and driving sustainable school improvement through collaborative leadership and meaningful professional learning.
Courses offered
- Effective Classroom Management & Student EngagementStrategies to create positive, engaging, and well-managed learning environments.
- Cambridge Approaches to Teaching and LearningPractical strategies to strengthen inquiry, reflection, differentiation, and active learning.
- Digital Learning & Digitising Content for EducationIntegrating technology meaningfully into teaching and learning.
- Differentiated Instruction for Diverse LearnersSupporting diverse student needs through differentiated teaching strategies.
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) in SchoolsEmbedding wellbeing and SEL practices into classroom culture and school systems.
- Instructional Leadership & Teacher CoachingCoaching teachers effectively through observations, feedback, and mentoring.
- Assessment for Learning & Effective FeedbackUsing assessment to improve student learning and achievement.
- Professional Development for EducatorsBuilding teacher capacity through impactful professional learning practices.