TeachBeyond
George Durance has a diverse work experience spanning for several decades. George began their career as a High School Teacher with the Calgary Public School Board in 1982. Following this, they worked as a Teacher-Director for the Black Forest Academy Janz Team from 1985 to 1997. In 1997, George became the President of Ambrose University until 2009, when they transitioned to the role of President Emeritus. George then joined TeachBeyond in 2009, starting as the President and later becoming the President Emeritus in 2019. Currently, they serve as the Facilitating Director at The CATE Centre since 2019.
George Durance has a diverse education history. George obtained a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Education from Durham University. Prior to that, they earned a Master of Arts (MA) degree in History from the University of Calgary. George also holds a Bachelor of Education (BEd) degree from the University of Calgary, specializing in an unspecified field of study. Before attending the University of Calgary, George earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in History from Warner Pacific University. Additionally, they have a Bachelor's degree (BBS) from Prairie College in Bible/Biblical Studies.
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TeachBeyond
We believe that education is an effective catalyst bringing hope to individuals and positive transformation to communities. We follow Jesus Christ by engaging with the needs of this world – physical, relational, and spiritual. Our teachers use their skills and contexts to bring Christ’s light and healing to all – children, adults, leaders, and mission workers alike. WE GO. TeachBeyond recruits and sends Christian educators, administrators, and workers to serve in many different schools and organizations across the globe. WE EQUIP. TeachBeyond equips educators, schools, and organizations to serve our Lord in pursuit of our common vision for transformational education. TeachBeyond has dozens of consultants and coaches who work with like-minded schools and organizations to provide continuing education to teachers, administrators, boards, and school owners. WE PARTNER. TeachBeyond rarely works alone. We partner with groups, organizations, and institutions in pursuit of our mission. In partnership with local organizations, TeachBeyond co-owns and supports a number of K-12 schools, English language learning programs, and projects.