A Learning Community that Empowers Students to Achieve their Academic and Life Potential

Certifications & Education:

  • M(Ed) Pastoral Care, Guidance and Student Support
  • Bachelors in Biology
  • PGDE Secondary Science and Biology
  • General Teaching Council for Scotland – Biology & Science
  • Texas Education Agency – Life Sciences & TEFL/TESOL (level 5)

Teaching Experience

  • Taught in diverse locations including Europe, the USA, and Asia
  • Volunteered at a school in Tanzania and an orphanage in Johor
  • Held the position of IBDP HL Biology lead in Singapore
  • Served as Head of the Science Department in Dallas, Texas
  • Lectured as an Anatomy and Physiology specialist at Southern Methodist University
  • Experienced teaching: Standard Level, Higher Level, Advanced Higher Level, National Qualifications, IGCSE, IB MYP, IBDP, TEKS, and NGSS
  • Certified Biology and Science teacher since 2008
  • Classroom assistant in behavioral units and Biology classes while pursuing degrees (2004)

Professional Development:

  • Enhancing her English as an Additional Language teaching skills as well as tech skills through the British Council for EAL/ELL Program
  • Enrolled to attend the Ditch That Textbook Summit

Lisa Welsh

Science Teacher

She has a nurturing teaching philosophy that emphasizes the holistic development of students, fostering not only their academic growth but also their emotional, social, and personal well-being. This involves creating a classroom atmosphere that is supportive, encouraging, and inclusive. This involves promoting positive interactions among students and between students and herself. Establishing strong teacher-student relationships is crucial to her. A nurturing philosophy emphasizes the importance of trust, respect, and open communication between her and the students. Valuing and respecting the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of students- she aims to create an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity. Lastly, providing feedback that is constructive and focused on growth. She understands that mistakes are opportunities for learning and improvement. Mrs. Welsh is also a proud Senior Executive Committee advisor. During the pandemic when everyone was Zooming, her ex-students from Singapore set up a call. The whole class made it and were speaking from many different countries and continents. She spoke to now a doctor (MD), doctor to be (PhD), engineer, teacher, marketing (and model), and biochemist as well as other great paths. It was a very proud moment for her.

Certifications & Education:

  • M(Ed) Pastoral Care, Guidance and Student Support
  • Bachelors in Biology
  • PGDE Secondary Science and Biology
  • General Teaching Council for Scotland – Biology & Science
  • Texas Education Agency – Life Sciences & TEFL/TESOL (level 5)

Teaching Experience

  • Taught in diverse locations including Europe, the USA, and Asia
  • Volunteered at a school in Tanzania and an orphanage in Johor
  • Held the position of IBDP HL Biology lead in Singapore
  • Served as Head of the Science Department in Dallas, Texas
  • Lectured as an Anatomy and Physiology specialist at Southern Methodist University
  • Experienced teaching: Standard Level, Higher Level, Advanced Higher Level, National Qualifications, IGCSE, IB MYP, IBDP, TEKS, and NGSS
  • Certified Biology and Science teacher since 2008
  • Classroom assistant in behavioral units and Biology classes while pursuing degrees (2004)

Professional Development:

  • Enhancing her English as an Additional Language teaching skills as well as tech skills through the British Council for EAL/ELL Program
  • Enrolled to attend the Ditch That Textbook Summit