Claire Simms

Assistant Principal Innovation and Technology (Elementary School), St. Joseph's Institution International, Singapore

Driven by a passion for empowering student agency and amplifying inquiry, Claire is a digital learning leader with over 25 years of international education experience. In her current role as Assistant Principal – Innovation and Technology at SJI International Elementary School, she spearheads and implements the school’s digital vision, ensuring technology serves pedagogy and enhances learning outcomes.

Since joining SJI International in 2016, Claire has been instrumental in shaping both curriculum and digital strategy, holding key leadership roles including Head of IPC and Head of Grade. She is passionate about building educator capacity and is a Google Champion (Trainer, Coach, Innovator, & GEG Leader), Apple Learning Coach, and Seesaw Educator Lead. A sought-after presenter, Claire regularly shares her expertise on transformative digital learning and leadership across the APAC region.

Upcoming Presentations

Reclaiming the Joy of Teaching: How AI Solves the “Time Crunch” and “Personalises Learning”.

In this session, we demonstrate how Singapore’s leading Google Reference School uses Gemini to automate the administrative and supercharge the instructional.

From Vision to Action: The Whole-School AI Playbook

While many schools are discussing the potential of Generative AI, SJI International has moved from theory to practice. This session unpacks our unique journey of rolling out Google's Gemini to our entire school community—from students and teachers to senior leadership and administrative staff.

Past Presentations

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