Kirsty Dewhirst
Assistant Principal, Head of Grade, Teacher
I have 20+ years of experience being a teacher and leader of academically, socially and culturally diverse groups of learners from the ages of 4 - 12 in the UK, Australia and Singapore, and I am good at my job! I am experienced in delivering a range of national and international programs including national curricula, the International early Years, Primary and Middle Years Curriculum, Singapore Maths and The Virtues Project. I have been fortunate to travel widely and embrace moments and opportunities, making memories to treasure. What do I value most in a job? Relationships. I believe strong and genuine relationships are the foundation of success at every level of an organisation; with learners, care givers, colleagues and as leaders. I want to be known and to know others, be both inspired and inspiring. I recognise that ‘a person who feels appreciated will always do more than expected’ and use this as an essential part of my leadership mantra. I also believe in the power of vulnerability. I am highly organised, creative and adaptable. Compassionate, empathetic and a big picture thinker. I like working with others for a joint purpose and especially enjoy bringing my passion for photography into whatever I am doing. Challenge doesn’t faze me, it drives me, which in turn allows me to drive others. I am at my happiest when I am contributing to the happiness and success of those around me.
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The Power of Vulnerability in Teaching and Leadership
In this article, Kirsty Dewhirst explores the benefits of harnessing one's vulnerability for the development of shared learning and relationships.
A short series: Stories of International Teaching and Leadership with Kirsty Dewhirst
Continuing our series, we speak with Kirsty Dewhirst, previously Assistant Principal of Avondale Grammar School Singapore and Head of Grade at St. Joseph's Institution International, Singapore.
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