BEN MARSH
Kinshasa,DRC
Summary
A dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at The American School of Kinshasa recognized for excellence in strategic planning and community engagement. Successfully spearheaded initiatives that boosted visibility and reputation while promoting inclusive education amid effective crisis management. Committed to fostering sustainable growth and empowering diverse learning environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
DIRECTOR
The American School of Kinshasa (TASOK)
Kinshasa, DRC
07.2024 - Current
- Lead a diverse, multilingual international school in Central Africa, aligned with TASOK's pillars of Excellence, Integrity, and Inclusivity.
- Drive strategic initiatives, including capital projects, curriculum alignment, and community engagement amid regional challenges.
- Collaborate closely with the U.S. Embassy, Congolese authorities, and AISA to strengthen TASOK's visibility and viability.
- Implement sustainable infrastructure and leadership systems to ensure long-term impact for students, staff, and families.
- IB PYP, MYP, DP | MSA Accredited
WASC CHAIR
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
01.2023 - Current
- Lead accreditation visits to schools across various regions for WASC.
- Facilitated strategic planning for educational institutions.
- Guided educational leaders through the implementation of governance best practices.
DIRECTOR
International School of Myanmar (ISM)
Yangon
07.2019 - 07.2024
- Led school through political instability and COVID with transparent, compassionate leadership.
- Improved academic outcomes, led WASC reaccreditation, and expanded strategic initiatives including branding and faculty development.
HEAD OF SCHOOL / PRINCIPAL
Excelsior International School (now; Invictus Spring Hills)
07.2016 - 07.2019
- Oversaw marketing and 30% growth in student enrollment
- Drove academic and cultural transformation through mission/vision revision, systems development, and regional partnerships.
- Led school through WASC and CIS accreditation and membership phase
PRINCIPAL, MS & HS
American International School of Dhaka (AISD)
Dhaka
07.2009 - 07.2016
- Led academic reform, standards-based grading, and community engagement.
- Chaired NEASC accreditation and led high-performing school improvement teams.
DIRECTOR
American International School of Lesotho (AISL)
07.2006 - 07.2009
- Guided facilities expansion, board governance reform, and international faculty recruitment, leading to 85% enrollment growth.
- Led school to it's initial MSA Accreditation
Education
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
University of Portland
Oregon, USAB.A. - Elementary Education
University of Montana
Missoula, MT, USASkills
- Strategic Planning
- Board Governance
- School Accreditation
- Inclusive Education
- Leadership Coaching
- Crisis Management
- Infrastructure Development
- Community Engagement
- Collective Efficacy
- Cross-cultural Leadership
Regional And Global Engagement
- AISA, EARCOS, NESA, and AAIE Leadership Retreats & Conferences
- IB Administrator Workshops
- WASC & NEASC Accreditation Leadership
- Contributor: ISC Research, EARCOS, Schrole
- Office of Overseas Schools - New Heads Training
- Member, Next Frontier Inclusion
- Child Protection Training (EduCare)
Governance Experience
- Board Committee Member, Finance, Governance & Policy - AISD, Bangladesh
- Chair, ABC School Board, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Supported education for underserved children in Dhaka, raised $55,000+ annually.
- Strategic Planning Lead, Developed and implemented 5-year strategic and facilities plans across multiple schools.
- Director-level collaboration with Boards, Lesotho, Malaysia, Myanmar, DRC, Regular reporting, vision alignment, and partnership building.
- Board Training Attendee and Facilitator, Led governance workshops and planning sessions with external consultants and leadership teams.
Timeline
DIRECTOR
The American School of Kinshasa (TASOK)
07.2024 - Current
WASC CHAIR
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
01.2023 - Current
DIRECTOR
International School of Myanmar (ISM)
07.2019 - 07.2024
HEAD OF SCHOOL / PRINCIPAL
Excelsior International School (now; Invictus Spring Hills)
07.2016 - 07.2019
PRINCIPAL, MS & HS
American International School of Dhaka (AISD)
07.2009 - 07.2016
DIRECTOR
American International School of Lesotho (AISL)
07.2006 - 07.2009
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
University of Portland
B.A. - Elementary Education
University of Montana
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