Jackie van der Steege
Jackie van der Steege is an experienced international educator and leader with over twenty years of teaching experience in both the United Kingdom and the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework. She is a curriculum developer who is deeply committed to promoting student agency and strengthening Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills. Jackie currently serves as the Middle Years Programme (MYP) Coordinator at the International School of Hamburg, where she provides pedagogical leadership, supports curriculum alignment, and guides teachers in developing authentic, student-centered learning experiences. Since joining ISH in 2018, she has led the Design Department, enhanced IB-aligned curriculum development, supported STEAM initiatives, contributed to the school’s CIS/NEASC accreditation process, and worked closely with leadership and department heads to advance academic integrity, assessment practices, and professional growth. Previously, Jackie taught MYP Design at Bonn International School where she was recognized as an Apple Distinguished Educator and gained extensive teaching experience in Design and Technology, Food Technology, Textiles, and Visual Arts in the UK. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics and Consumer Science, has studied Psychology and Sociology, completed teacher training in the UK, and continues to advocate for creative, innovative, and globally minded education.
Appears in 1 Episode
The Middle Years Program in the Age of AI
In this episode of Kids Gone Global, host Sarah Reich speaks with Jackie Van der Steege Middle Years Programme Coordinator and Design Teacher at the International Scho...
