João Vasco

Passionate and student-centred Health & Physical Education (HPE) teacher with over 12 years of international experience, including 5 years at Queensland Academy for Science, Mathematics and Technology (QASMT), an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. Skilled in delivering HPE, Sports, Exercise & Health Science (SEHS), Spanish, and Science across Years 7–12. Committed to inquiry-based teaching that develops Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills, intercultural understanding, and the IB Learner Profile. Experienced in integrating classroom learning with outdoor education, wellbeing, and co-curricular programs that promote holistic student development.

• 2025 CPR & First Aid
• 2024 Bridge Award
• 2023 Spanish Immersion Course
• 2021 Badminton “Shuttle time course”
• 2017 Certificate II & III in Sport & Recreation
• 2014-2020 Group Trainer, Mat Pilates Instructor, Reformer Pilates Instructor
• 2014–2015 Diploma of Fitness
• 2013–2014 Certificate III & IV in Fitness
• 2007 Personal Trainer
• 2004 Regional Tennis Instructor (Spain)

• Taught Years 7–9 HPE and Year 10 SEHS, preparing students for the IB Diploma Program (DP).
• Delivered Spanish (Years 10–12) and Science (Years 7–8), contributing to interdisciplinary IB learning experiences.
• Designed and implemented inquiry-based units aligned with IB philosophy, fostering student agency, reflection, and global-mindedness.
• Developed and moderated assessment tasks in line with IB standards, supporting consistency and academic excellence.
• Mentored and supervised students on camps and ski trips, building resilience, teamwork, and reflective practice.
• Coordinated the Bridge Award Program (2024–present), guiding students in leadership, service, and experiential learning (complementing CAS outcomes).
• Collaborated with staff on curriculum development, assessment standardization, and whole-school IB initiatives.