As a person with a very international upbringing, I am thrilled to be teaching at Surat Thani International School. I was born in the UK, raised in Phuket, Thailand, before moving to the United States where I completed my bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts, focusing on creative writing and education. For the first few years of my career I was in the field of Higher Education Administration before moving to Beijing, China where I taught English to children aged 2 to 14. I returned to the United States for masters degree courses in Public Administration and International Education Management, deciding upon completion to pivot back to teaching Kindergarten. Though this time, I was determined to move back to the country of my upbringing: Thailand. As a kindergarten teacher at STIS, I am dedicated to raising the next generation of youth to be confident, courageous, and creative so that they are able to tackle what may come their way in the future.
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Rosie
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Martin
I was born and raised in the North of England in Newcastle upon Tyne. I studied Product Design (BSc) at Sheffield Hallam University , UK. After obtaining my Bachelor’s Degree, I spent 6 years working as a Design Engineer for British Engines before moving to Thailand with my fiancé in 2018. I have been private tutoring until I started at STIS with the Kangaroos in K3. I am currently teaching K3 English and Science with the Starfish and Grade 1 science with the Kangaroos. I love Thai cuisine (especially spicy dishes), watching films and technology. In my free time, I also build and fly my own drones.
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Michael
I have been working as a teacher and musical educator for the best part of fifteen years. After graduating with a BA in Music and Music Production from Leeds College of Music, I worked as a private piano tutor and ran my own business before going into schools as a music workshop leader. This led to me taking a Postgraduate Certificate in Education where I could specialise in using music and singing to aid learning in the wider curriculum. The course afforded me extensive experience working with school students of all ages which I was able to bring to Thailand when I began teaching here in 2015. I love Thailand and Thai culture and plan to stay here long term. In my spare time I like to travel around exploring this wonderful country. I also keep my professional ties to my home country by occasionally writing music commissions for UK theatre and advertising.
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Kieth
My name is Keith and was I am from West Palm Beach, Florida. I’m excited to be the Hamster teacher this year! Luckily, I have worked with the class from time to time over the past two years, so it’s great to see them on a daily basis! I graduated from Florida State University with a Creative Writing degree and it is my goal to use that to help develop the Hamsters’ wonderful imaginations through a multitude of learning approaches. This is my sixth year in Surat Thani and previously worked and managed at Thidamaepra, our Super English sister school. I’m excited for a wonderful year!
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Max
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Louis
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Luke
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Brenna
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Kayla
My name is Kayla Clucas and I teach Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and manage the IT side of things at STIS. I am 28 years old and although I am originally from South Africa, I spent most of my life in Dubai and Australia. I'm extremely passionate about the ever-evolving realm of technology which lead me to study Information Technology through the University of South Africa and additional coding courses, as well as a Six Sigma Process Improvement course through 2KO International. I have always loved Thailand and Thai culture and feel extremely privileged to live and work here.
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Dominuque
My name is Dominuque Fourie but my students and friends call me Bunny. I have been teaching at high schools and primary schools through my life and there is no real difference when it comes to being a teacher to these kids. I think it's important to get to know your kids and give them the right tools in life to make a difference in theirs and ours. I studied Early Childhood Development at the University of South Africa. Teaching is not always easy but it certainly is fun for me!
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Alexander
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Grace
Hello! My name is Grace and I am originally from the Philippines but I have been living overseas for quite a long time. This is my second time in Thailand, I first came here August 2001 and worked as an Academic Support Teacher in one of the well-known British schools in Bangkok were I stayed for 9 years before moving to Australia. While in Australia I decided to further my knowledge in working with young kids and worked as a Nursery and Toddler Head teacher for 5 years before moving back to Thailand in August 2013. I then worked as an Academic Support Teacher for yrs. 7, 8 and 9 at Satit Prasarnmit International Programme for another 7 years before moving to Surat Thani.
I studied BS Computer Engineering, in addition to a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care. I also have 20 years’ experience working as an Academic Support Teacher ranging from Early Years to Secondary level. My duties involve organizing learning activities tailored to students with special needs, learning capacities and Intellectual Disabilities. My broad experience as an Academic Support teacher have ultimately shape my own personal philosophies for teaching and education, it also taught me the value of patience and encouragement. As an educator I believe that every child is special, unique and has the ability to learn in distinct ways. I also love learning new things and can easily adapt in different work settings.
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Ashley
My name is Ashley Pellino and I am the current kindergarten 1 teacher for the Chipmunks! This is my first semester at STIS and I’m super excited to be here! I grew up in Dallas, Texas and then attended Texas State University. I have a degree in Psychology and a minor in Sociology. I received my TEFL certificate here in Thailand and worked at a private school in Chonburi for the last year. At my last school I was the English teacher for nursery, K1 and K2.
I love Thailand so much and my experience here has been better than I could have ever imagined. I love the community that Surat Thani has to offer and the wide range of travel destinations located nearby. When I am not teaching I enjoy exploring new places, painting, yoga, and reading! I look forward to this next chapter here at STIS and meeting each and every one of you!
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Elyse
My name is Elyse Ryan and this is my first year teaching at the Surat Thani International School. I am a proud bilingual Canadian (French and English) who has completed two consecutive bachelor's degree at the University of Ottawa in Education – Specialization in Comprehensive School Health as well as an Honours Social Sciences with a Double Major in Psychology and Criminology.
I have experience in a variety of educational settings such as coordinating and developing camp programs, lifeguarding, kickboxing trainer as well as a certified yoga and fitness instructor specialist for over 8 years. My previous experience in an academic classroom was with a grade 1 homeroom class as well as with grade 4 and 5 as a specialized English and Mathematics teacher. I love to work alongside my students to challenge them with creative, inquiry-based activities to develop 21st century skills and confident, socially and emotionally aware lifelong learners.
