Sean Walker
Sean is an experienced educator with a passion for play, inquiry, and nurturing young learners as curious thinkers and explorers. With over 20 years of experience leading professional development for teachers around the world—both online and in-person—he has facilitated webinars and courses for organisations such as Toddle, ELSA, and the IB, and led workshops in more than 20 countries. Sean creates professional learning experiences that are interactive and thought-provoking, helping educators connect ideas, refine their thinking, and apply practical strategies from the classroom. He encourages adult learners to ask questions, explore concepts deeply, and pursue personal inquiries. Currently, Sean teaches 3- and 4-year-olds at the International School of Paris, where he has worked for 17 years, teaching across Kindergarten through Grade 5.
Anne van Dam
International educator turned consultant, Anne has worked in schools across the Netherlands, China, Singapore, and Switzerland, in roles ranging from teacher to school director. Now a full-time independent consultant, she supports schools globally, with expertise in the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), focusing on student agency, play, early childhood education, and leadership. Passionate about empowering educators, Anne strives to create shared pedagogies that celebrate young children as competent and vivacious learners.