Meet the Teachers

Position: PYP3 Homeroom Teacher

Nationality: Australian

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Primary Teaching), Deakin University, Victoria, Australia
Victorian Institute of Teaching, Australia
Master of Education (MEd) (Special Education), University of Southern Queensland, Australia

Position: PYP8 Homeroom Teacher / Primary Math Coordinator

Nationality: Ireland

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Early Childhood Studies), University College Cork, Ireland
PGCE Primary, Institute of Education, University of London, London, UK

Position: PYP3 – Assistant Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

Diploma in Pre School and Sub Primary Education – Ladies College of Vocational Studies, Sri Lanka

Position: PYP4 – PYP8 Specialist Teacher / Language Acquisition (Sinhala)

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA, Ed (Honors) (Educational Studies & Early Childhood Studies), Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK
Higher National Diploma with Distinction, Advanced practice in work with children and families (Education), International College of Business and Technology Campus (Edexcel INTERNATIONAL), Colombo 4-Sri Lanka.
Diploma, Special Needs Education, Ladies’ College Department of Vocational Studies, Colombo 3-Sri Lanka.
Diploma, General Psychology, Colombo Institute of Research and Psychology, Colombo 4-Sri Lanka.
Diploma with Distinction, AMI Method Montessori and Primary Level Education, Learning Tree Teacher Training Academy, Mount Lavinia-Sri Lanka.
Master of Science (MSc) in Psychology, Applied Psychology (Specialized in Educational & Child Psychology), Coventry University, UK

Position: PYP4 Assistant Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

CHACHE Child care and Education Level 3, South Thames College,London

Position: PYP8 Assistant Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

Diploma in General Psychology with Distinction – Colombo Institute of Research and Psychology
Certificate in Higher National Diploma in Psychology with Merit – Colombo Institute of Research and Psychology
Diploma in Teaching and Education Studies with Distinction – IDM Nations Campus
Pearson SRF Btec (UK) Level 4 Professional Certification in Teaching -Gateway Graduate School
Pearson SRF Btec (UK) Level 5 Professional Diploma in Advanced Teaching – Gateway Graduate School

Position: PYP6 Assistant Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

Diploma with Distinction in Pre School and Sub Primary Education – Ladies College Department of Vocational Studies, Sri Lanka
Associate of London College of Music – Speech and Drama Performance – University of West London, United Kingdom
Diploma in Computer Graphic Design – Teleview Technology Academy, Sri Lanka
Diploma with Distinction in Introduction to Advertising – Sri Lanka Professional Advertising and Creative School, Sri Lanka

Position: K-12 School Psychologist/ Primary Counsellor

Nationality: Canadian

Degrees & Qualifications:

BSc (Biological Sciences), University of Lethbridge, Canada
College Admissions Specialist Training, American School Counsellor Association
Master of Counselling in Counselling Psychology, Athabasca University, Canada

Position: PYP1-PYP2 Assistant Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

Diploma in Pre-School and Sub Primary Education, Ladies’ College Department of Vocational Studies, Sri Lanka

Position: PYP1-PYP2 Homeroom Teacher

Nationality: Venezuelan

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA, Universidad Central de Venezuela, Caracas, Venezuela
Certified in Teaching Early Childhood Education, Pre-kinder to Grade 3, Teach Now School of Education (Now Moreland University), District of Columbia, USA

Position: Primary School Principal

Nationality: Canada

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA, Degree from University of Manitoba, Canada
B Ed Degree from Elementary, K-12 Certification, Brandon University, Canada
Permanent Professional Teaching Certificate, Manitoba Education and Training, K-12, MB, Canada
School Administrator’s Certificate (Level 1), Manitoba Education, MB, Canada
Principal’ Certificate (Level 2), Manitoba Education, MB, Canada
Master of Arts (K-12 Educational Administration), College of Education, Michigan State University, Valbonne, France

Position: Learning Support

Nationality: American

Degrees & Qualifications:

BSc (Major in Health Science), The College at Brockport, State University of New York, Brockport, NY, USA
Masters in Curriculum Development and Instructional Technology, The University at Albany, Albany, NY, USA

Position: PYP1 – PYP7 Physical Education Teacher

Nationality: Canada

Degrees & Qualifications:

B Ed in Elementary, K-12 Certification, Brandon University, MB, Canada
B PE in Physical Education, General Science, University of Manitoba, MB, Canada
Professional Teaching Certificate, Manitoba Education and Training, K-12, MB, Canada

Position: PYP 3 – PYP 8 Visual Arts Teacher

Nationality: USA/Irish

Degrees & Qualifications:

B Ed (Minor in Art), Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA, USA
Washintgon State Teacher Certification in K-12 Arts Education, K-8 Special Education, K-8 Elementary Education, Washington State, USA
Master of Arts (Teaching), Whitworth University, Spokane WA USA

Position: PYP Teacher

Nationality: Irish

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA Media Studies, University of Luton/Bedfordshire, UK
Post Graduate Diploma in Primary Education, University of Victoria
Master of Arts (Education), University of Bath, UK

Position: PYP5 – PYP8 French Teacher

Nationality: French

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA Ed, University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia

Position: PYP4 Homeroom Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

Pre School Diploma, Ladies College Colombo
The Montessori Method of Education Colombo
Diploma in Child Psychology and Child Development, Colombo
Diploma of Professional Studies in Education, Oxford Brookes, UK
Postgraduate Diploma in Education, University of Bath, UK

Position: PYP1 – PYP8 Performing Arts Teacher

Nationality: Bulgarian

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Economic Management), Free University of Varna, Bulgaria
AdvancED International Teaching Certificate – Gold Star – Proficiency in American Education, non-expiring
TEFL 120-hour Curriculum, University of Toronto, Canada
AdvancED International Teaching Certificate – Silver Star – Experience in American Education
Master of Arts (Music Major in Piano), Bulgarian National Academy of Music, Sofia, Bulgaria

Position: PYP4 – Assistant Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

Diploma In Special Needs Education – Ladies College Institute Of Professional Studies
Ladies College Department of Vocational Studies
Certificate course in Early Childhood Education, Ladies College Department of Vocational Studies

Position: Assistant Principal / PYP Coordinator

Nationality: American

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Education/Political Science), University of Colorado, Boulder, CO, USA
Certified in Teaching Elementary Education, Indiana, USA

Position: PYP5 Assistant Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

B Ed, Open University Malaysia, MA
Pearson Edexcel Professional Diploma in Teaching Pearson Edexcel, UK
Diploma in Childhood Psychology (Offered by Wigan & Leigh College, England) London Business School, Sri Lanka
Certificate in Early Childhood Education Ladies College Department of Vocational Studies, Sri Lanka
Diploma in Early Childhood Education Post Graduate Institute of Business Management, Sri Lanka

Position: PYP6 Homeroom Teacher

Nationality: British (UK)

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (History), University of York, York, UK
QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) obtained through Graduate Teacher Training Programme (Primary Education), University of Leicester, UK

Position: PYP3 Assistant Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

AMI diploma (Association Montessori Internationale), St. Bridget’s Convent, Sri Lanka.
The Diploma in Special Needs Education 2012, Ladies College Department of Vocational Studies. (Specific Learning Disabilities).

Position: PYP1-PYP8 Librarian

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

Sri Lanka Library Association Certified in Teaching Knowledge, University of Cambridge (by British Council)
Diploma in Child Psychology (London Business School)

Position: PYP7 Homeroom Teacher

Nationality: Australian

Degrees & Qualifications:

BEd (Primary), University of Wollongong, Australia
BSc (Psychology), University of Wollongong, Australia
Master of Education (Guidance and Counselling) University of Southern Queensland, Australia

Position: PYP 1 to PYP 8 Physical Education Teacher

Nationality: British (UK)

Degrees & Qualifications:

B Ed (Honours Degree) PE., De Montford University, UK
Certified in Teaching Physical Education, PS-12, United Kingdom

Position: PYP Librarian

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

Associateship in Sri Lanka Library Association

Position: PYP4 Homeroom Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

Diploma in Early Childhood Education from National Extention College, UK
Diploma in Early Childhood Education, The Open University of Sri Lanka and
Certificate in Montessori Education and Child Psychology, Havelock Garden Montessori Teacher Training Center, Sri Lanka.

Position: PYP7 Homeroom Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

Diploma in Pre-School Method of Education, Marian Training Centre , Colombo Sri Lanka
Diploma in Primary Education, Marian Training Centre, Colombo Sri Lanka
Master of Education, University of Bath, UK

Position: PYP8 Homeroom Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), University of Maine at Farmington, USA
Master of Education, University of Minnesota, USA

Position: Assistant Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

American Swimming Coaches Association’s – Level 2,
Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety – Australia,
Teacher of Towards Competitive Strokes- Australia ,
Development Coach Accreditation -Swimming Australia

Position: PYP7 Assistant Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

Diploma in Montessori method of Education with basic Child Psychology

Position: PYP5 Assistant Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

EDEXCEL Professional Teaching Diplomas Level 4 and 5
Prof. GCE through University of London (online)

Position: MYP4/MYP5/DP1/DP2 (High School) Counselor

Nationality: USA

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Sociology & Social Studies), Bates College, Lewiston, Maine, USA
Certified in Teaching Secondary Social Studies, 6-12,
Diploma in Cognitive Behavior Therapy from the Clinical Practice of Cognitive Therapy, Cleveland Center of Cognitive Therapy, USA
Certified Mindfulness Teacher, Mindful Schools, Emeryville, California, USA
Master of Secondary Education, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA
Master of Education in International Counseling Psychology, Lehigh University, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, USA

Position: MYP3, MYP5, DP1, DP2 Language & Literature Teacher

Nationality: USA

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA, Carleton College, Minnesota, USA
Certified in Communication Arts and Literature, Minnesota, USA

Position: Technology Director

Nationality: Indian

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Business Management), Mangalore University, India
Master of Science (Computer Science), Sikkim Manipal University, India

Position: Secondary Principal

Nationality: British (UK)

Degrees & Qualifications:

BSC (Hons)/Ed Degree in Physics and Education, Exeter University, UK
UK Teaching Certification
Master of Educational Leadership, The College of New Jersey, USA

Position: MYP1, MYP2 Sciences and Math Teacher

Nationality: South African

Degrees & Qualifications:

BSc (Human Life Sciences), Stellenbosch University, South Africa
PGCE, Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Position: MYP5 Individuals & Societies, DP1 & DP2 Economics / Theory of Knowledge

Nationality: USA

Degrees & Qualifications:

BSc (Education), Winona State University, Winona, MN USA
Physical Education, K-12, State of Minnesota, USA
Principal Licensure, K-12, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, USA
Chartered Financial Analyst, Investment Foundation Certification
Master of Education (Educational Leadership), Lehigh University, Behlehem, PA
Master of Business, Administration & Finance, International University of Monaco
Ph.D. in Leadership in International & Intercultural Education

Position: MYP1 – MYP5 Physical and Health Education Teacher

Nationality: USA

Degrees & Qualifications:

BSc (Physical Education), University of Maryland, USA
Certified in teaching Physical Education and Health, K-12, Maryland USA
Master of Education, (International Development and Health Promotion), University College London, England

Position: MYP2, MYP5, DP1 and DP2 Language & Literature Teacher / Service Coordinator

Nationality: Australia, Italy

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Hons) University of Adelaide, Australia
Graduate Diploma of Education Certified in Teaching Secondary Language, Literature and Literacy, also Certified in Teaching History and Social Studies, Queensland University of Technology, Queensland, Australia
Master of Education in Literacy, Queensland University of Technology, Queensland, Australia

Position: MYP3, MYP extended, DP1 AI HL/SL, DP2 AA SL Mathematics

Nationality: British (UK)

Degrees & Qualifications:

Bsc (Hons) (Mathematics and Biology), Kings College London, UK
Qualified Teacher Status Dept of Education and Science UK Qualified to teach all grade levels, all subjects.

Position: MYP1-MYP5 Desing Teacher / Head of Design

Nationality: Ireland

Degrees & Qualifications:

B.Tech (Education) (Materials and Engineering Technology), University of Limerick, Ireland
Certified in Secondary Education by NCCA / Teaching Council of Ireland and by the Teaching Council of England
Master of Education in International Education, University of Sunderland, UK

Position: MYP 1, MYP4 Individuals and Socities Teacher / MYP1 Language and Litrature Teacher

Nationality: USA

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (History), University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York USA
Certified in Teaching Social Studies 7-12, New York State, Permanent Certification
Master of Science in Education in Social Studies Education, Syracuse University, Syracuse New York, USA

Position: MYP3 – MYP5 Science Teacher / DP1 Biology

Nationality: Canada

Degrees & Qualifications:

BScH (Biology, Chemistry), Queen’s University, Kingston ON, Canada
BEd, (Intermediate/Senior Science), Queen’s University, Kingston ON, Canada
Certified in Teaching Junior (Upper elementary education 4-6), Intermediate and Senior Science Education, 7-12, Ontario College of Teachers, Canada

Position: MYP Spanish and Individuals and Societies

Nationality: American

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (History and Spanish), Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL, USA
M Ed. (Curriculum and Instruction with ESL Emphasis), American College of Education, IL, USA
M Ed. (Educational Leadership), American College of Education, IL, USA

Position: MYP1-MYP5 Language Acquisition Teacher (English)

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Hons) (English & English Language Teaching), The Open University of Sri Lanka, SL
Level 4 Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, (CELTA) Pass in the Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults, University of Cambridge ESOL, British Council, Sri Lanka.
Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT), Modules 1 (Band 3), Module 2 (Band 4), Module 3 (Band 4), University of Cambridge ESOL, Sri Lanka

Position: Assistant Librarian – Secondary Library (MYP1 to DP 2)

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Library and Information Science), The University of Kelaniya, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Diploma in Library and Information Science (DIPLIS), Sri Lanka Library Association (SLLA), Colombo, Sri Lanka
Master of Library and Information Science, University of Kelaniya, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Position: MYP1 – MYP3 Language Acquisition Teacher (Mandarin)

Nationality: R.O.C (Republic of China) -Taiwan

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Education), The Tsinghua University, Hsinchu, Taiwan
Certified in Teaching Elementary Education, K-6, Taiwan Ministry of Education, Taiwan
Certified in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language, Non-native speakers, Taiwan Ministry of Education, Taiwan
Master of Teaching (Chinese as a Second Language & Chinese Culture) University, Taipei, Taiwan

Position: DP1 – DP2 Geography, Environmental Systems & Societies Teacher / DP CAS Coordinator

Nationality: USA

Degrees & Qualifications:BA (International Political Economy), The College of Wooster, Ohio, USA
Certified in Secondary School Social Studies, New Jersey, USA
National Geography Certified Educator
Master of Education (Secondary School Education), The College of New Jersey, USA
Master of Science (Ecological Teaching & Learning), Lesley University, USA

Position: Asst Principal Secondary School/MYP Coordinator

Nationality: British

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (United States Studies), University of Essex, UK
PGCE Secondary English, University of London, Institute of Education
MA (United States Studies), University of London, UK

Position: Learning Support Teacher

Nationality: USA

Degrees & Qualifications:

BSc (Outdoor Education), Northland College, USA
Special Education Generalist PK – 12, Teachers Standards and Practices, Oregon
Master of Education, Southern Oregon University, USA

Position: MYP1 – MYP5 Language Acquisition (Sinhala)

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Hons) Degree in English from University of Delhi, Delhi, India

Position: Art MYP/DP

Nationality: British

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Hons) 3D Design (Jewellery specialism), Middlesex University London, UK
BTEC Diploma in Art & Design, Herefordshire College of Art and Design, UK
PGCE Secondary English, University of London, Institute of Education

Position: MYP1 – MYP3 Counselor

Nationality: USA

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Communication Studies), The University North Carolina at Greensboro, North Carolina, USA
Certified in School Counseling, K-12, New York, USA. Permanent
Master of Education (Psychological Counseling), Columbia University – Teacher’s College, New York, USA

Position: MYP1 – MYP5 and DP1 – DP2 Music Teacher / Head of Arts

Nationality: British (UK)

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Hons) (Cantab) Music from Cambridge University, UK LRAM (Licentiate of the Royal Academy of Music) Teaching Diploma, the Royal Academy of Music, London UK
PGCE Secondary Music and Creative Arts, Cambridge University
Master of Arts (Hons) (Cantab) Music; Cambridge University, UK

Position: MYP4,MYP3,MYP2 Language and Litrature and Individuals & Socities Assistant co-teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (English), Sri Jayawardenapura University, Sri Lanka
The National Diploma in Teaching English for secondary school, National College of Education, Sri Lanka
Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) Cambridge University, ESOL, Sri Lanka
Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) – Module 1-3, University of Cambridge, ESOL, Sri Lanka
Certificate of Completion on Specific Learning Disorder, Child, Adolescent and Family Services
Master of Arts in Linguistics, Kelaniya University, Sri Lanka

Position: MYP 2 LA – MYP4 LA, DP1, DP2 French Teacher

Nationality: French

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA, (French Language and Literature), from Paris 3 University, France
Master of Teaching (French as Foreign Language), Paris 8 University, France

Position: MYP & DP Spanish Teacher

Nationality: Italian, Australian

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Hons) (Spanish and Latin American Studies), The University of London, Birkbeck College, UK
B.Ec (Hons) Degree from Bologna University, Italy
Post Graduate Diploma in Education certified to teach Spanish, Italian and Economics (Middle and High School) from the University of Queensland – Brisbane, Australia
Teaching certificate from the Queensland College of Teachers in Australia.
Master of Arts (Teaching Italian as a Foreign Language), The Università Ca’ Foscari, Venice, Italy

Position: MYP2,MYP5,Individuals & Societies & DP1,DP2 History Teacher

Nationality: USA

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Classics), Ave Maria University, Ave Maria, FL USA
STB Theology Pontificia Universita della Santa Croce, Rome, Italy
Certified in Educational Leadership, (All Levels) Department of Education, State of Florida, USA
Certified in Social Science, (6-12) Department of Education, State of Florida, USA.
Certified in Humanities, (K-12) Department of Education, State of Florida, USA.
Qualified Teacher Status, Social Studies (All Levels) Department for Education, United Kingdom
STL, Ancient Near Eastern Literature, Angelicum University, Rome, Italy
Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership, University of Notre Dame, Indiana, USA
Master’s Degree in History, University of Memphis, Memphis TN, USA

Position: MYP1,MYP3 – MYP5 & DP1,DP2 French Teacher

Nationality: Belgium

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Communication Sciences), Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
CELTA, Cairo, Egypt Cambridge International Diploma for Teachers & Tutors, Cambridge University
Post Graduate Degree in Education, University of Cumbria
Master of Communication Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium

Position: MYP 4,DP1,DP2 Language & Litrature Teacher

Nationality: USA

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Classics and English), Bowdoin College, Maine USA
Certified in Teaching English, Language and Literature, 5-12, Montana, USA
Master of English (American Literature), University of Texas, Austin, USA
Ph.D. in English (Language and Linguistics and American Literature), University of Texas, Austin, USA

Position: MYP1 – MYP5 Drama Teacher / DP1,DP2 Theatre Teacher

Nationality: British (UK)

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Hons) (Drama and Theatre Arts); Goldsmith College (University of London)
Post Graduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) Drama; Goldsmith College (University of London, UK)

Position: MYP1 – MYP5 Design Teacher / Technology Integrator

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

BSc (Information Systems Management), University College Dublin, National University of Ireland
Master of Research, Information Systems Management, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka

Position: DP1,DP2 Mathematics Teacher

Nationality: Sri Lankan

Degrees & Qualifications:

BSc (Hons) (Mathematics), University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Mathematics Teacher Training Certificate, Teachers Training College, Sri Lanka
Post Graduate Diploma in Statistics, Sri Jayawardenapura University, Sri Lanka
Post Graduate Diploma in Education, Open University, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Position: MYP and DP Math

Nationality: Indian

Degrees & Qualifications:

B Ed, Indira Gandhi National Open University, India
Master of Education, Framingham State University, MA, USA
Master of Science (Mathematics), Bangalore University, India

Position: MYP3 – MYP4 Science / DP1,DP2 Chemistry Teacher

Nationality: Canada

Degrees & Qualifications:

BSc, St Francis Xavier University, Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada
Certified in Secondary Education – Science and Languages, New Zealand

Position: Secondary School Librarian / Language coordinator

Nationality: Indian

Degrees & Qualifications:

BA (Hons) (Education), North-Eastern Hill University, India
Certified in Teaching Social Studies Grades 6-12 The College of New Jersey, USA
Certified Beginners Educator and Endorsement in Library Media Specialist, Plymouth State University, USA
Master of Social Work, Delhi University, Delhi, India
Master of Education, Plymouth State University, New Hampshire, USA

Position: MYP2, MYP4,MYP5 & DP2 Mathematics / DP1, DP2 Theory of Knowledge

Nationality: USA

Degrees & Qualifications:

BSc (Mathematics with a Teaching Concentration), The California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obsipo California USA
Single Subjected Math Cleared Credentials from California; Nova Scotia Canada
Master of Mathematical Education, Western Governors University in Salt Lake City Utah, USA

Position: Athletics Director / MYP PHE Teacher / Head of Physical Health Education

Nationality: British (UK)

Degrees & Qualifications:

BEd (Hons) (Human Movement), Bedford College of Higher Education (now Bedford University)
Certified in teaching Physical Education, PS -12 UK

Position: Mathematics / Learning Support

Nationality: Indian

Degrees & Qualifications:

B Ed. (Mathematics/Special Edu), Tamil Nadu Open University, Chennai, India
PG Diploma (Educational Administration & Supervision), Annamalai University