Darren Lee Rollins
Ulaanbaatar
Summary
Leads Humanities and History programmes that align curriculum, assessment, and student outcomes across multiple year groups. Guides colleagues through mentoring, observation, and professional development that raises teaching standards. Builds confident learners through advisory support, co-curricular leadership, and a strong focus on communication and engagement.
Overview
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1
Certification
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary Teacher of History, Humanities and TOK
International School of Ulaanbaatar
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
08.2022 - Current
- Teaches DP1 HIstory, DP2 History with a Higher Level focus on Asia. Theory of Knowledge, MYP4 Individuals & Society, MYP5 Individuals & Society,
- Establishes positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Uses effective teaching methods to assist with student development, including collaborative learning, positive reinforcement, modelling and explicit instruction.
- Maintains trusting student relationships by providing both educational and emotional support to students.
- Plans and implements lessons utilizing variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
CLL for Individuals & Societies
International School of Ulaanbaatar
01.2022 - 01.2026
- Facilitates department meetings for individuals and societies teachers, improving awareness of critical issues.
- Collaborates with team members.
- Oversees vertical and horizontal development and implementation of curriculum.
- Demonstrates good practice while help coordinating a school-wide "Watch others Work" program.
- Manages complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
Adjunct History Instructor
Georgia State University
Perimeter Atlanta, GA
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Professor of American (U.S.) History
- Focused on lower income citizens and foreign born immigrants and first generation American students.
- Utilized classroom management techniques to create a positive and focused learning environment, promoting respectful student interactions.
- Designed, planned and taught lectures based on curriculum requirements and exams.
Masters of History Capstone Thesis
Pace Universtiy
09.2018 - 09.2020
Secondary School Teacher of History and Humanities
Atlanta International School
Atlanta, GA
09.2001 - 08.2018
- Taught Upper School History & Humanities, specialising in 20th century world history with a focus on Europe and Middle East, U.S. history, American culture and identity, modern world history, jazz studies, film studies, imperialism, current events, teaching with the news, and human rights.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Used effective teaching methods to assist with student development, including collaborative learning, positive reinforcement, modelling and explicit instruction.
- Maintained trusting student relationships by providing both educational and emotional support to students.
- Fostered critical thinking and awareness among students.
Subject Leader, Head of History
Atlanta International School
Atlanta, GA
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Monitored and ensured alignment of history curriculum across grades 6-12 to support cohesive learning
- Supervised and appraised history teachers to enhance teaching quality
- Led internal professional development sessions to equip teachers with effective instructional strategies
Director, Model United Nations Program
Atlanta International School
01.2002 - 01.2018
- Coordinated logistics and operations for fifteen international MUN programs, ensuring seamless execution
- Managed teachers and student leaders, fostering collaboration and effective role fulfilment
- Guided research methodologies and public speaking techniques to enhance student preparation
- Led current events and world news discussions and country research sessions with students
Additional Responsibilities
Atlanta International School
Atlanta, GA
01.2002 - 01.2018
- Led accreditation efforts for humanities at Council of International Schools, enhancing programme quality and recognition
- Facilitated MYP integration at York School in Toronto, Ontario
- Advisor, social-emotional and academic guidance for students, 9th-12th Grade
- Managed operations for Veterans Story Corps Project
- Supervised students during educational and cultural exchange in Shanghai, facilitating cross-cultural understanding and engagement
- Coached middle school baseball team, fostering teamwork and skill development
- Taught photography skills and techniques in club sessions
Department Head, Individuals & Societies
Atlanta International School
Atlanta, GA
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Coordinated curriculum for history, geography, economics across grades 6-12 to align with educational standards
- Supervised teachers across English, Spanish, French, German language tracks to enhance instructional effectiveness
- Evaluated teachers through observations and professional growth modelling to support instructional improvement
Coordinator, Creativity, Action & Service Program
Atlanta International School
Atlanta, GA
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Promoted community service initiatives to local organisations, fostering partnerships and collaboration
- Coordinated local and global activities to support supervisors in achieving program objectives
- Communicated key information to students, advisors, administrators, and parents to enhance engagement and awareness
Interim Head of Year, 9th & 10th Grade
Atlanta International School
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Oversaw social-emotional, behavioural, and academic activities to foster student development
- Coordinated advisory team of teachers and organised field trips and expeditions to enhance student engagement
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Managed complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
Mechanical Engineering Project Manager
Mckennys Mechanical Contractors & Engineers
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Collaborated with owners, contractors, design engineers, and architects to align project goals
- Coordinated onsite teams, optimising management of foremen, construction crews, materials, and labour.
- Managed scheduling of mechanical construction projects to ensure timely execution
Education
Master of Arts - History
Pace University
New York, NY01-2021
International Teaching Certification -
ITC Cambridge International Examinations
01-2013
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA01-1994
Skills
- History instruction
- Curriculum design
- Curriculum coordination
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Interdisciplinary teaching
Certification
- Teacher Training Center, London, London
- Curriculum Writing Int’l Schools
- World History & Historiography, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, US
- Earth Institute/State of the Planet, Columbia University, New York, NY, US
- Project Zero, High Museum & Harvard Graduate School of Education
- Visible Learning, Atlanta, GA, US
- Think, Create, Innovate, Atlanta, GA, US
- Arts, Ethics & Learning, Atlanta, GA, US
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Training, International Baccalaureate, DP History Cat 2 (2028 Exams), 2028, TOK Cat 2, Hong Kong, 2024, MYP I&S Cat 2 Virtual Singapore, Singapore, 2023, DP History Cat 2 Online, 2022, DP History 2017 Exams, LA, US, 2017, Also listed: CA, TOK Across Subjects, Washington, DC, US, Flipped Classroom, NO, Also listed: LA, DP History Cat 3, Houston, TX, US, DP History Cat 2, Montreal, Canada, DP History Cat 1, Ottawa, Canada, CAS Coordinator, St. Petersburg, FL, US, Physics United World College US, US
Accomplishments
- CIS International Education Award
- Presenter EU Studies, Atlanta, GA, US
- Presenter American Studies Institute, Atlanta, GA, US
References Available Upon Request
d.lee.rollins@gmail.com, personal
Timeline
Secondary Teacher of History, Humanities and TOK
International School of Ulaanbaatar
08.2022 - Current
CLL for Individuals & Societies
International School of Ulaanbaatar
01.2022 - 01.2026
Adjunct History Instructor
Georgia State University
10.2020 - 05.2022
Masters of History Capstone Thesis
Pace Universtiy
09.2018 - 09.2020
Subject Leader, Head of History
Atlanta International School
01.2012 - 01.2018
Department Head, Individuals & Societies
Atlanta International School
01.2010 - 01.2012
Coordinator, Creativity, Action & Service Program
Atlanta International School
01.2007 - 01.2010
Interim Head of Year, 9th & 10th Grade
Atlanta International School
01.2006 - 01.2009
Director, Model United Nations Program
Atlanta International School
01.2002 - 01.2018
Additional Responsibilities
Atlanta International School
01.2002 - 01.2018
Secondary School Teacher of History and Humanities
Atlanta International School
09.2001 - 08.2018
Mechanical Engineering Project Manager
Mckennys Mechanical Contractors & Engineers
01.1995 - 01.1997
Master of Arts - History
Pace University
International Teaching Certification -
ITC Cambridge International Examinations
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology