Carolyn Sachse-Hodder

Lifelong Learner

Learning Leader

Carolyn Sachse-Hodder is a dedicated and experienced professional in the field of international education.

With a passion for fostering cross-cultural understanding and academic excellence, Carolyn brings a unique blend of expertise and insight to her work.

She is committed to empowering students and educators to flourish in diverse educational environments.

Curriculum design and implementation

Student support, development, wellbeing

International programme coordination

Inclusive Classrooms: UbD, UDL, DI, PBL

Languages English (Native), Mandarin Chinese (Intermediate)

Carolyn Sachse-Hodder

lifelong learner

learning leader

Location: Australia, Hong Kong,

Email: cjsachsehodder@gmail.com

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/c-sachse-hodder

EXPERIENCE

Aug 2017 - present

Primary Classroom Teacher

Chinese International School, Hong Kong

Aug 2012 - Jul 2017

German Swiss International School, Hong Kong

Primary Curriculum Coordinator

Upper Primary Coordinator

Y5 and Y6 Classroom Teacher

Responsible for curriculum development in the Primary School, I supported teachers, ensured standards alignment, and fostered a positive professional environment.

Oversaw daily operations, managed staff, provided instructional support, monitored attendance, organised events, and developed curriculum within budget.

Developed supportive pastoral and high-impact academic classroom ecosystems.

Guided students in following rules and promoting positive behaviour.

Oct 2011 - Jun 2012

PYP Classroom Teacher

St. Andrew's School, Adelaide, Australia

Year 4 homeroom teacher, K-7 relief teacher.

Aug 2006 - Jul 2011

Development Director

Communications Manager

Admissions, Scholarships Manager

Y6 and Y2 PYP Classroom Teacher

Year 5 CFL Teacher

PYP Exhibition

Renaissance College, Hong Kong

Implemented, developed, and managed college-wide admissions, advancement, communications, and scholarships.

Initiated, developed, managed and edited college-wide publications and communications, including RCHK World magazine and Black Kite newsletter, and media releases.

Collaborated with Red Door in-house design team to develop website and Yearbook content and design.

Developed and managed the Scholarship Mentor Programme, providing pastoral and

academic support to over 80 students and their families.

Created inclusive and innovative student-centred classroom environments.

EXPERIENCE

Jan 2002 - Dec 2005

Yearbook Coordinator

Joint PYP Coordinator

Summer School Coordinator

PYP and MYP Teacher

PYP Exhibition

American International School of Guangzhou, China

Coordinated ESL and Language Support for Kindergarten to Grade 5 (Year 6) and managed Elementary School admissions testing. WASC accreditation focus group leader.

As Joint PYP Coordinator (2003) oversaw Grade 5 classroom, co-coordinated PYP Exhibition.

ESL, Media Technology, and Humanities teacher for Year 7 to Year 9.

Coordinated K-12 Summer Language School (2002-2005), and coordinated and designed AISGZ Yearbook, Middle School Magazine and Quarterly Magazine (2002-2005).

July 2001

Dresden International School, Germany

Summer School Teacher

Experiential ESL language programme teacher.

Feb 2000 - Jun 2001

Head of Marketing

Jerudong International School, Brunei

Implementation, development, and management of marketing school-wide.
Co-coordination of FOBISSEA Junior Games 2000 hosted by Jerudong International School.

Feb 1995 - Dec 1995

Chinese Language Teacher

Canberra Grammar School (International Centre), Australia

Taught the Children's Saturday School and adult beginner evening classes.

Jan 1990 - Jul 1990

English Language Instructor

Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, China

Lectured and taught English to Economics and Business undergraduates.

Jan 1989 - Dec 1989

Residential Tutor

St. Ann's College, University of Adelaide, Australia

Actively contributed to the academic, cultural, and social life of the College in keeping with my pastoral and operational responsibilities.

Jan 1986 - Jan 1987

Graphic Design Internship

Islander Newspapers, Australia

Responsible for print media design and layout for The Islander community newspaper, brochures, posters, and arthouse book production.

EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION

Master of Education (Learning and Leadership)

Jun 2024 - present

University of Technology Sydney, Australia

Focused on equipping graduates to lead innovative learning across diverse environments in the context of rapidly evolving digital technologies and work practices.

Certificate in Executive Leadership

Completed September 2024

Grade 97.70%

Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, UK

Tools and frameworks to refine leadership purpose.

Skills to approach workplace challenge, such as having difficult conversations, leading teams, and dealing with complexity.
Leadership strategies for driving organisational change and preparing for the future, while maintaining team performance.

Graduate Diploma in Secondary Education

Conferred 2002

Charles Darwin University, Australia

English as Second or Other Language (ESOL)
Languages Other than English (LOTE)
Studies of Society and Environment (SOSE)

Bachelor of Asian Studies (Chinese)

Conferred 1996

Australian National University, Australia

Art History: minor
Chinese (Mandarin): major
International Development Studies: major
Year in China Programme (Scholarship)

South Australian Certificate of Education

Matriculated 1984

Kingscote Area School, Australia

Art, Biology, English, Geography, History

CERTIFICATIONS

CLIENTS

NLP Coach and Practitioner Certification, The American Board of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (Mar 2010)

Certificate of Registration as a Teacher R250180, Hong Kong Education and Manpower Bureau (Nov 2006)

Certificate of Registration as a Teacher, Teachers Registration Board of South Australia (renewal Dec 2024)

Chinese Language Proficiency Certificate (Intermediate), Tunghai University (Jan 1995)

Chinese Language Proficiency Certificate (Intermediate), Fengchia University (Nov 1994)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT and TRAINING

EDUCATION

Mental Health and Trauma Responder Workshop

for Primary School Leaders and Staff

Linda White, Educators SA (22 Nov 2024)

ESF Emerging Leaders’ Summit

English Schools Foundation Hong Kong (2015)

Reading, Writing Conferences: Personalised Learning Dan Feigelson (Feb 2024)

Making Inclusion Work: Differentiation in the Classroom Ochan Kusuma-Powell and William Powell (2014)

Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse, and Neglect Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) Training

Educators SA (Dec 2023)

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice (DEIJ) Training

Angeline Aow (Sep-Nov 2023)

Science and Inquiry: Sustainable Thinking in the IB

Marica Behrenbruch (2013)

Explicit Reading Strategies, Helping the Struggling Reader, Teaching Writing, Teaching Comprehension

Advance Teacher Training Workshops (2012)

The Reading League: Science of Reading Series

Heidi Beverine-Curry (Jan-Mar 2023)

Inquiry Through Drama in the PYP

Alison Ross, IB PYP Workshop, Asia Pacific (2011)

Next Generation Science Standards Curriculum Mapping

Wendy Smith (2022)

Transdisciplinary Teaching, Learning in the PYP

IB PYP Workshop, Asia Pacific (2011)

Community Champions: Advancing Our Schools

CASE Asia-Pacific Advancement Conference (2009)

Visible Wellbeing Series

Dr. Lea Waters (2021,2022, 2023)

Singapore Mathematics Workshops Series

Dr. Yeap Ban Har (2020, 2021)

Classroom Based Assessment

EARCOS Regional Workshop (2004)

Responsive Classroom Series

Center for Responsive Schools Training (2019)

East Asia Writing Project Summer Institute

Hong Kong International School (2003)

Positive Education Conference Hong Kong

Hosted by Renaissance College ESF (Nov 2021)

Differentiated Instruction

EARCOS Regional Workshop (2003)

Introduction to ABA Therapy

Sprout in Motion Organisation (2018)

Inclusion and Differentiation (Policy, Planning, Practice)

Chapters International (2017)

21st Century Learning Conference Hong Kong

21st Century Learning (2015)

Emergency Paediatric First Aid, First Responder Training

First Aid Plus (biannual 2006-2024)

Reading and Writing Literacy Workshop

EARCOS School-Based Workshop (2003)

IB PYP Assessment

IB PYP Workshop, Asia Pacific (2003)

IB PYP Intermediate

IB PYP Workshop, Asia Pacific (2003)

Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting Training

Child Safeguarding and ITFCP (annually 2006-2024)

EXPERTISE

International
Program Coordination

With a track record of developing international learning initiatives, Carolyn excels in driving meaningful and impactful educational programs, fostering global perspectives and academic excellence.

Curriculum
Design and Implementation

Demonstrating a keen understanding

of pedagogical principles, Carolyn adeptly designs and implements curriculum frameworks that promote inclusive and immersive learning experiences.

Educational
Technology Integration

Committed to nurturing the holistic development of students, Carolyn provides comprehensive support and guidance, empowering people to thrive in diverse educational settings.

Utilising LMS, SIS, and EMS to enhance learning management: Schoology (Powerschool), SchoolsBuddy, Atlas,

Seesaw, Google Classroom, Canvas.

Student
Development and Wellbeing

SKILLS

Academic Wellbeing

Curriculum Mapping and Development

Inter-Cultural Communication

Community Relations

Data Management and Analysis

Instructional

Supervision and Training