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Lifelong Learner
Learning Leader

Carolyn Sachse-Hodder is an energetic and experienced professional

in the field of international education. ​​​

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

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​She is committed to empowering students and educators to flourish

in diverse educational environments.

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Curriculum design and implementation

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Student support, development, wellbeing

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International programme coordination

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Inclusive Classrooms: UbD, UDL, DI, PBL

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Languages English (Native), Mandarin Chinese (Intermediate)

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Carolyn Sachse-Hodder

EXPERIENCE

EXPERIENCE

Aug 2017 - June 2025

Y3 and Y5 Classroom Teacher

Chinese International School, Hong Kong

  • Focused on inclusive education, effective assessment, and student wellbeing while actively collaborating with colleagues and parents to enhance learning outcomes.

Aug 2012 - Jul 2017

Primary Curriculum Coordinator

Upper Primary Coordinator

Y5 and Y6 Classroom Teacher

German Swiss International School, Hong Kong

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

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

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  • Developed supportive pastoral and high-impact academic classroom ecosystems.

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  • 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

Renaissance College, Hong Kong

Development Director

Communications Manager

Admissions, Scholarships Manager

Y6 and Y2 PYP Classroom Teacher

Year 5 CFL Teacher

PYP Exhibition

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

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

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

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  • Developed and managed the Scholarship Mentor Programme, providing pastoral and

       academic support to over 80 students and their families.​

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  • Created inclusive and innovative student-centred classroom environments. 

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.

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

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

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

July 2001

Summer School Teacher​

Dresden International School, Germany

  • 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.

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Jan 1990 - Jul 1990

English Language Instructor

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Jan 1989 - Dec 1989

Residential Tutor​

Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, China

  • Lectured and taught English to Economics and Business undergraduates.

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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.

EDUCATION

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 (from 2006)

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

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

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT and TRAINING

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT and TRAINING

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT and TRAINING

EDUCATION

Australian Curriculum Version 9.0 Certificates (nine), ACARA Professional Learning Hub (2025)

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)

Science and Inquiry: Sustainable Thinking in the IB

Marica Behrenbruch (2013)

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice (DEIJ) Training

Angeline Aow (Sep-Nov 2023)

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)

Visible Wellbeing Series

Dr. Lea Waters (2021,2022, 2023)

Singapore Mathematics Workshops Series

Dr. Yeap Ban Har (2020, 2021)

Responsive Classroom Series

Center for Responsive Schools Training (2019)

Positive Education Conference Hong Kong

Hosted by Renaissance College ESF (Nov 2021)

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)

Transdisciplinary Teaching, Learning in the PYP

IB PYP Workshop, Asia Pacific (2011)

Community Champions: Advancing Our Schools

CASE Asia-Pacific Advancement Conference (2009)

Classroom Based Assessment

EARCOS Regional Workshop (2004)

East Asia Writing Project Summer Institute

Hong Kong International School (2003)

Differentiated Instruction

EARCOS Regional Workshop (2003)

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 (annual 2006-2024)

EXPERTISE

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.

International
Program Coordination

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

Educational
Technology Integration

Utilising LMS, SIS, and EMS to enhance learning management: Schoology (Powerschool), SchoolsBuddy, Atlas, Seesaw, Canvas, Google Classroom.

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Student
Development and Wellbeing 

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

SKILLS

SKILLS

Academic Wellbeing

Curriculum Mapping and Development

Inter-Cultural Communication

Community Relations

Data Management and Analysis

Instructional Supervision

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