ITP 103 - Journey of the Heart (featuring Tico Oms)

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S5, E103 - In this conversation, Greg, JP, and Tico discuss Tico's journey from engineering to teaching and leadership in international schools. Tico shares his experiences teaching in Japan, working for DELL in Asia, and his decision to pursue a career in education. They also touch on Tico's time in Berlin and his transition into leadership coaching. 

​The conversation highlights the importance of following one's passion and the value of mentorship and self-reflection. Tico Oms shares his journey from teaching math to becoming a leader in international schools. He initially taught math but was offered a position to teach business at Singapore American School, which he accepted. He then became the head of department for a diverse range of subjects and later took on the role of managing the school's trips program.
Tico also had the opportunity to visit innovative schools around the world and bring back ideas to implement at his school. He eventually transitioned into leadership roles at International School Bangkok and International School Basel. Tico Oms shares his experience as an international educator and leader of color, highlighting the importance of taking opportunities and trying new things. He discusses his role in the Association of International Educators and Leaders of Color (AIELOC) and the impact they are making in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in international schools. Tico also emphasizes the value of meaningful work and maintaining connections in the international education community.


Links:
Association of International Educators and Leaders of Color (AIELOC) - https://aieloc.org/
The Diversity Collective - https://thediversitycollective.org
International Schools Services - https://www.iss.edu/
​International School Bangkok - https://www.isb.ac.th/
International School of Basel - https://www.isbasel.ch/
Across Oceans Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/across-oceans/id1610506371