Rowan Johanson
Contact Rowan
022 080 1613
rowanjohanson@educationgroup.co.nz
About Rowan
MEdLd, BE, GradDipTchg (Secondary), GradDipTheol
Rowan's Core Competencies
Senior Leadership and Department Reviews
Appointments, board training, leadership development and school reviews.
Leadership Coaching & Support
Working alongside senior leaders in a coaching capacity to implement improvement plans, particularly in attendance, academic tracking and professional learning.
Data, Planning and Reporting
Support for creating suitable systems for monitoring implementation and impact of school improvement initiatives including board reporting, and annual planning.
Middle leadership workshops and support
Tailored workshops on effective leadership, how to have challenging conversations, and curriculum development.
What our clients say
Rowan grabbed my interest from the very beginning! He seems like a really genuine guy and I loved hearing about his journey! Very professional presenting style, engaging and had a happy energy about him! Thank you!
Suze Lamont,
AO Tawhiti
Rowan was a great presenter! Super interactive and was really awesome to hear him sharing his personal thoughts, and knowledge.
Rebecca Mountford,
Ashburton College
Rowan brings exceptional insight and clarity to our learning, skilfully weaving contemporary research and effective leadership practices into our conversations.
His ability to translate complex theory into practical strategies that strengthen leadership capacity was instrumental in helping me grow as a senior leader.
Christine Pili,
Associate Principal, Tangaroa College 2025
About Rowan
Rowan is a Director at The Education Group, bringing a diverse background to the team. His experience spans roles as a secondary school Deputy Principal, mathematics teacher, Business Analyst and rugby coach. He is driven by a strong passion for promoting equity and success, particularly for a school’s most vulnerable students.
Rowan specialises in translating current research into practical strategies for leaders and teachers. He has worked extensively in student mentoring and achievement tracking to inform effective academic and pastoral interventions, ensuring that student learning needs remain the priority within a well-functioning learning community.
Rowan supports schools with the following services:
- Reviews & Appraisal: Department and Senior Leader reviews and Professional Growth Cycles (PGC).
- Data & Tracking: Support for tracking and reporting on achievement, attendance and engagement.
- Coaching & Development: Classroom and leadership coaching and facilitating Secondary Senior Leader Professional Learning Groups (PLGs).
- Curriculum & Culture: Assessment for learning, restorative practice and school curriculum development.
Rowan's Work
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Rowan's Workshops
Clarify your role as HOD and develop essential skills in leading curriculum, building learning culture, managing teams and navigating change effectively.
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This workshop strengthens SCTs as pedagogical leaders by building practical coaching, collaboration and instructional skills so they can better support teacher growth and lift student success.
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Clarify your role as a Dean and strengthen skills in communication, collaboration with students, colleagues and parents, and managing your wellbeing and workload.
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Learn about Growth Coaching International’s proven ‘relationships to results’ methodology for coaching individuals and teams in education settings.
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Master evidence-based coaching skills through this immersive workshop that will transform how you lead conversations, build trust and drive student outcomes in educational settings.
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Gain practical, science-backed strategies you can apply immediately to boost student engagement, reduce cognitive overload and improve learner outcomes.
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Use assessment tools to shift from evidence to impact by mastering the new SMART assessment tool, leveraging AI and building coherent schoolwide systems.
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Equipping current and aspiring APs and DPs with the capability, confidence, and strategies needed to lead people, curriculum and school culture effectively in secondary settings.
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Strengthen teacher conversations and make observations purposeful to drive positive shifts in teaching and learning practice.
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