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Having graduated in 1998 with a B.Ed (Hons) Degree in PE and Science, I decided to take a year out to travel, which turned into two years until my savings ran out. I believe this fuelled my fire to explore different places and experience new cultures. It was, therefore, no real surprise that after teaching in the UK for twelve years, my wife and I moved abroad to teach, first in Doha and now in Cairo; we have never looked back. As Headteacher of the Secondary school at NCBIS, I am relishing the opportunity of leading a team of fantastic, dedicated staff and a student body that embodies everything which global citizenship encompasses.

Originally from Lancashire in the north of the UK, I moved to London aged 18 to study at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in London. I graduated with a BA (Hons) in Drama, Applied Theatre and Education and after completing a PGCE teaching qualification I taught in the U.K. for 10 years. Over my career, I have dedicated myself to ensuring that all of the learners in my care are able to enjoy their educational journey as much as I have.

I graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Marine Biology before moving onto a PGCSE and then most recently, an MSc (Hons) in blended and online learning. I have been an examiner for both A-Level Biology and IBDP Biology and I am also a full member of the Royal Society of Biology, with chartered Science teacher status. In the last two years, I have also worked with the Cambridge exam board as part of their IGCSE Science consultancy group. Originally, I began teaching in the north of England in the UK before moving abroad, initially to Malaysia, then onto China and Korea. In these different countries, I have held a range of positions as both a middle and senior leader and I look forward to bringing that experience to NCBIS. Most excitingly, I have just recently become a father for the first time and I am looking forward to spending time with them and exploring Egypt together.

I’m the pastoral leader for Key Stage 3 and teach GCSE PE and IB Sports and Exercise Health Science. I qualified as a teacher of Physical Education in 2004 in London. Living in Egypt, I have enjoyed exploring the deserts, cities and beaches, coaching sports teams, and learning to scuba dive.

I am a Career and Guidance Counselling Specialist. I have an Honours Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto. For my undergraduate degree, I double majored in History and Theatre/Performing Arts. My education and counselling qualifications are from the Ontario Institute of Studies in Education. My life and childhood have been spent between Canada and the Middle East. As a “Third-Culture Kid” I understand the struggles students might have when researching careers and university programs. I believe that with the right support, all students can be successful.

I have recently joined NCBIS as Director of IT. My current qualifications include PGCE in ICT, BSc in Business Information Systems and Information Technology. I currently hold National Professional Qualification Middle Leadership (NPQML) focusing on development of leadership skills by raising attainment throughout the whole school. Previous to joining NCBIS, I have been teaching in the UK as Head of Computer Science and E-learning specialist for over 15 years. I am passionate about education and technology, ensuring every child has the digital skills to succeed by developing resilience, confidence and becoming risk takers throughout the curriculum. I have also worked and lived in Holland as a network consultant. During my spare time, I enjoy fundraising for different charities including Cleft Lip and Palate Association (CLAPA) and Cancer Research.

Since graduating from my first degree at the University of Leeds, I went on to study music at the London Metropolitan University and Psychology of Music in Education at the University of Sheffield, both at post graduate level. I have over 25 years of professional musical experience as an educator, performer, recording musician, composer and arranger. My dedication to teaching music has included private instrumental lessons to diploma level, classroom music, directing all school bands, ensembles, orchestra, choirs, musical theatre and music technology. I held the post of choirmaster and church organist at St Pauls Church Woodford Bridge for a ten year period alongside my teaching post at Regents High School in central London before accepting my post at NCBIS in 2013.

I'm a Dyslexia and Literacy Specialist, AMBDA and APC certificated, and qualified to assess and diagnose specific learning difficulties. My focus on exceptional students follows over 25 years of working internationally with learners from Key Stage 1 to A-Level, teaching English, Drama, Theatre Studies and also EAL. Since my first degree from the London School of Economics, I have studied at the Universities of York, Middlesex and Derby and also The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts. I find learning fascinating and I thoroughly enjoy working to enhance learning for each individual. My home is in Kenya and I enjoy painting, reading, writing, playing guitar and diving.

I am hugely passionate about languages and love all things linguistic, particularly learning new languages and immersing myself in the culture, history and heritage of the countries that my family and I visit. I have been Head of Modern Foreign Languages in a private independent school in Liverpool, England as well as Head of GCSE in a school in Woking in Surrey, England. My passions outside of teaching are all sports, particularly rugby, football and martial arts. I love reading and spending quality time with my family and my children are starting in the Primary School with me this year. I am really looking forward to starting as Head of Languages across both the Primary and Secondary sections and learning Arabic in the years to come.

I'm a passionate teacher who has 'pupil participation' and 'enjoyment in their learning' as my mantra. I have been a teacher for ten years and a Director of Sport in four schools. Before I became a teacher I was a semi-professional squash player/coach. I love the Great Outdoors and in particular International Film. I cannot wait to start adding to an already vibrant and exciting extra curricular and P.E. programme at NCBIS.

I graduated in 1996 with a BA (Hons) in English Literature, followed two years later with an MA from the University of Leeds, also in English Literature. Nine years on, I completed a PGCE before teaching A-level for 11 years, during which time I spent three years as HoD and two years as Literacy Co-ordinator. I used to make music in my spare time and have recently been enjoying writing a series of reflections on leaving the UK to work abroad.

I have a degree in mathematics from Leicester University and a PGCE from Bristol University. I have been teaching in international schools since 1992 holding various teaching and administrative positions. I joined NCBIS in 2012 where I am proud to lead and work alongside an experienced and dedicated team of mathematics and computing teachers. Outside of the education world, I am a FIDE ranked chess player and enjoy playing in international tournaments.

I am an enthusiastic teacher and head of the Visual Art department. I graduated from East London University and worked as a graphic designer in London for 8 years. I came to teaching through volunteering in local secondary, it only took a few hours in a classroom to decided that this was where I wanted to be. I completed my PGCE and went on to start my MA at Goldsmiths. My own artwork often incorporates technology with classical art processes. I am a Google qualified teacher and recently gave a seminar at an African digital summit, exploring the use of technology in the classroom. I also am an examiner for the IB Visual Arts course.

I graduated with a BSc Hons degree in Management Science from Brunel University, MA in Education Management from Kings College London; and completed my PGCE at the University of London. I have worked in London schools over a period of 18 years where I held various management responsibilities before I decided to teach internationally. My first international teaching experience was in Kazakhstan before I joined NCBIS as the head of humanities. I lead by example and am proud to have successful teachers in the faculty. As an IBDP economics teacher, I encourage and develop my students to become critical thinkers.

I am a creative and passionate teacher of art and design, as well as a practicing artist. I have been teaching art, design, and textiles across the key stages and up to A level in mainstream state schools in Birmingham, the U.K. for most of my teaching career so far - with three years at an international school in Kuwait. I also have experience as an external moderator for GCSE Art and Design.

I studied music at Dartington College of Arts and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. I completed a Music Doctorate in 2013 and was also awarded an MBA from Cardiff University in 2016. I have been the Head of Community in a Sixth Form College in the UK and was for many years the Director of Performing Arts and Head of Music in a Specialist Performing Arts College. I have organized and led concert tours to South Africa, India, and the Caribbean Islands and countless arts festivals in the UK. I am passionate about using music as a vehicle for community cohesion and am a trustee of two UK charities. I am a PADI Divemaster, and I love most sports.

As a highly motivational and energetic teacher of music, I have been part of the NCBIS family since 2008. I have also played a huge role in the full range of school musical performances. Previously I was a teacher and accompanist at the Cairo Opera House and Academy of Ballet. I am currently looking to promote links between orchestras both nationally and internationally.

I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Drama and Theatre Studies. I then went on to achieve a PGCE in Secondary Drama. I have many years of experience in the theatre industry, I have performed, directed and written for various Theatre Companies. This will be my 14th year of teaching Drama and I am looking forward to sharing it with the pupils at NCBIS.

Having graduated with a BA (Hons) in Education and English, I taught for eight years in Greater Manchester before moving to Qatar with my family five years ago, where I led a highly successful English department. I am thrilled to be joining the NCBIS team and the warm and welcoming English department. In our spare time, the Mate family love to travel; we are particularly excited about exploring Egypt both above and below sea level.

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I studied English Literature at Mount St. Mary’s College in my hometown, Los Angeles, and I took a Masters Degree in English from Cal State Northridge. After teaching in L.A. for several years, I moved to the U.K. where I taught in St. Albans. When my son was quite young, I decided to reach further afield, and since then I have taught in China, France, Kazakhstan, and Indonesia. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking with my son’s Scouts troop.

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I graduated from the University of Lincoln in 2003 with a BSc in Social Work. I then went on to complete my Advanced Practitioner Award in Child Development and worked as a frontline child protection social worker for 11 years in the U.K. With two years in management and a heavy caseload as a Principal Forensic Social Worker, I took a slight career change and joined NCBIS in 2017 as counsellor. I love being able to use my diverse transferrable skills to support students socially and emotionally and find one to one work extremely rewarding. I have recently undertaken a Diploma in systemic Psychosexual Therapy, and work privately as a counsellor, Family Links Group Leader and Child Protection Consultant. In my spare time, I enjoy travelling, live music and cooking.

I studied Geography at UCL in London and after a few years working in publishing decided to take my PGCE to qualify as a teacher. My love of travel and interests in current affairs all add to my enjoyment of teaching this important subject. This is my second stint at NCBIS, having first worked here between 1999 and 2002 when the site was only accessible by driving across sand tracks in the desert! Aside from working in London, I also lived in Sao Paulo, Brazil for six years where I taught at the British school. My interests include travel, the arts, music and food, never, seemingly, actually starting that diet I keep talking about!

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Having grown up in Salford near Manchester I graduated from The University of Salford with both a BA Hons. in History and MA in Intelligence and Security Studies and PGCE from Worcester University. I have been teaching History, together with Government and Politics in a state school in Worcestershire for the past 5 years, and I'm very much looking forward to teaching at NCBIS as my first international post. A keen Manchester City fan, I play rugby union but also follow cricket, football and other sports. I love to travel, read and cook in my spare time.

"I have been teaching for more than 20 years the subjects of IGCSE Business Studies, IBDP Business Management, Economics and Theory of Knowledge (TOK). I have also supervised extended essays (EE) for the IBDP. One of the reasons I became a teacher was to help students see the joy in learning. I am originally from Nassau, Bahamas in the Caribbean. My hobbies include reading, exercising, watching movies and crocheting. In 1988 I obtained a Bachelor of Science degree (BSc) in Business and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in 1994. I am a trained teacher having obtained my Diploma in Secondary Education in 1998. Extra curricular activities is one of my driving forces; the clubs I have coached and advised include Speech and Debate Team and Future Business Leaders Club. I consider myself to be a lifelong learner and an intrapreneur who is constantly looking for new and better ways to improve teaching and learning for our students. Each the year I try to add a new strategy to enhance students' learning; in the past, these included snorkeling, gardening, recycling and exploring occupations in the tourism industry."

I started my career in education teaching English but quickly became involved with behavioural support and transferred to the School Psychological Service in London. Working within this service, my fascination with Psychology was born and I completed an MEd and a postgraduate diploma in the subject, using it in practical settings and teaching GCSE, A level and IB. I have worked internationally for seven years now and have loved the experience of living and working around the world with an amazing mix of students.

I graduated with a BSc in Statistics and Biology and began a career in local government finance and administration before completing a PGCE and starting a career in teaching. I have taught IBDP mathematics for over 25 years and have been an examiner with the IBO for over ten years now. I believe that the Diploma Programme is terrific preparation for a university anywhere in the world and I get satisfaction from helping students achieve their ambitions. I enjoy motorsports of all kinds and a keen follower of Manchester United.

I completed my PGCE in Mathematics in 2006 and have been teaching in East London schools since. I have enjoyed being part of large schools and joined NCBIS to be part of a small community. I developed an interest in the teaching world from the age of 16 through Kumon Maths. I enjoy mathematics and want to share that enthusiasm with students so that they have a view of advancing their education in it. I love reading and photography and like to learn more about this great planet that we live in.

Having graduated in 2014, I decided to pursue a career in education immediately and have taught in schools in Buckinghamshire for the past 5 years. I have a passion for my subject and enjoy making mathematics relevant. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy playing and following sports. I like to challenge myself and look forward to attempting to learn Arabic.

I graduated with a BSC (Hons) in Maths & Computer Applications. I have taught in both U.K. and international schools for over a decade now. I am also fortunate enough to be a mother of two, a boy and a girl. Over my career, I have realised that motivation is a key aspect in determining what type of school experience a child has. The students who try their best and balance it with a realistic view are the ones, in my opinion, who gain most from their time at school.

I am from North East England, where my family still live. I graduated in 2000 and have worked in various types of education establishments over the years. Since 2013 I have been working in several different countries. I believe that students are at the centre of all learning and teachers act as a guide, to achieving the desired learning outcome.

BA Arabic Language and Literature, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt, a diploma in Arabic poetry from Dar Al Uloom College. I’ve been working at (EAIS) for 14 years, ( AIS) for 3 years teaching grades 7 to 12, This is my first year at NCBIS as MFL and I will do better than my best to meet my students' expectations.

BA Arabic Language and Literature 2000-Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt -I’ve been working at NCBIS for almost7 years as PYP and DP Arabic teacher first language. I started teaching as a primary teacher in2000 for 3 years, then as PYP teacher for 7 years, next PYP and DP.

Bachelor of engineering - Architecture Department - Cairo University 1990- 1994. I’ve been working at NCBIS for almost 14 years. I started as a Primary TA, then as a Primary MFL Arabic Teacher. Also, I enjoy my contributions to the Extra Curricular Activities programme include cooking club, teaching Arabic for fun and teaching spoken colloquial to teachers in school as part of their CAS programme. Having lived and worked internationally, I have a good understanding of the minds and cultures of Arab and Western students educated in an international environment. One of my strongest skills is how to come up with colourful, amazing displays that show the students’ work. It's been my pleasure being part of NCBIS community!

Having graduated from King's College,London with a double honours degree in French and German, and acquired Associateship of King's College after a two year course in Theology, Philosophy and Medical Ethics, I started my career in Trinity College Scool in Ontario, one of the most prestigious public schools in Canada - and was actually teaching Music! Upon my return to the UK, however, I pursued teaching my first love - languages, and have spent the past fifteen years or so encouraging students to be world citizens and convincing them that monolingualism is not the way forward...Being half English and half Italian, I have taught Italian and Spanish to IGCSE in addition to French and German, which I also teach to AS/A Level and IB Diploma standard. In the November 2015 CIE examinations, one of my IGCSE French students achieved the highest mark in the whole world. I spent the last four years teaching in England as Head of MFL and then took my first international post in Papua New Guinea, where I was solely responsible for French. I then taught in Nepal where I was once again Head of Department in a very linguistically diverse environment, and now once again have the opportunity to focus on French, which is my passion. I have two phrases which I relate to my teaching - "If I can reach you, then I can teach you", and "I aspire to inspire." To this end, I enjoy offering clubs which give me the opportunity to employ different teaching strategies, and to get to know students in a different context. My hobbies include cooking, interior design, snorkeling, cinema, live theatre and dance. From my classroom at NCBIS, I look forward to guiding my students through France on a magic carpet of language and culture.

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I was born and raised in Germany to Palestinian parents and after completing my university degree I moved to England, where I taught German, French and Geography for 14 years. During that time I caught the travel bug and decided to continue my teaching career internationally. I taught in Shanghai for the past years and I'm very excited to be joining the NCBIS family with my husband and son. In my free time, I enjoy reading and musical theatre and I travel to new places whenever possible. I look forward to bringing my enthusiasm and creativity to the school and make each day as enjoyable and rewarding as it can be.

I was born and raised in Barcelona, Spain. With my experience and enthusiasm, I hope to inspire my students, to motivate and give them the opportunity to learn in an enjoyable way, the Spanish language and culture. I have been a teacher for 16 years; I worked with students studying Spanish up to A and AS level. I am now entering my 9th year teaching IB ab initio Spanish. My favourite activity is spending quality time with my family.

I was born in Mexico but was brought up in Quito, Ecuador. With my knowledge and passion for teaching, I hope to motivate my students, to encourage and provide them with the opportunity to study and learn not only the Spanish language but also the rich culture and traditions of all Spanish-speaking countries in a pleasurable way and student friendly environment. I have been working in NCBIS for twenty-four years now as a Spanish teacher for all key stages, including A levels and IB language B. I like reading, listening to music and dancing, but what I enjoy the most is spending quality time with my family.

I am a qualified Learning Support Assistant for Special Educational Needs with BA in English Literature, Associateship in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, specialisation in Supporting Study Skills for learners with Dyslexia and a Diploma in Educational Psychology. I also work as a Co-Tutor for KS4 learners. Working with learners in one-to-one lessons is a journey of discovery and growth that I highly enjoy as I develop my understanding of their specific needs and design the tools that help me provide each with tailored strategies to improve their learning process. Watching my learners become more independent and confident is the best part of this journey.

I've had the pleasure of working closely with children and families for the last 15 years as a qualified social worker in London, after gaining my BA Hons in social work. I chose this career following my childhood desire to be a professional photographer which brought me a lot of joy as I was allowed to be creative and express myself within my day to day role. I am very keen to start working within NCBIS as I believe there are many attributes about the educational field which enables individuals to express themselves by being creative in order to reach their full potential.

I think I was born to be an international teacher because there is nothing I like better than travelling, teaching and learning! I have now lived and worked on every continent (apart from Antarctica), I speak six languages pretty well, have taught Primary, Secondary and Tertiary and have visited around 140 countries. I have been a dustman in Alabama and a Headmaster in Switzerland. My two sons and I are really looking forward to sharing what we have learned from other countries and learning as much about the Egyptian language and culture as we can!

I have completed my Master's degree in Special and Inclusive Education with the Institute of Education, University of London and a diploma in assessing and teaching children with Dyslexia. Having been trained to support study skills and develop writing in learners with Dyslexia qualifies me to work with learners in-class as well as plan and deliver one to one remedial intervention lessons.

Even though my B.S is in Hotel Management, my passion was always in learning and teaching. I worked as a primary teacher for 9 years before joining NCBIS 11 years ago. I love my job and everything I do is a new experience and a new challenge. I am an animal lover and I'm currently interested in completing my Mindfulness courses hoping that we as a community can implement it in our classes to help teachers and students.

I started working in NCBIS in the Secondary Learning Support Department after finishing my B.A in Mass communication back in 2009. It has been my passion ever since to make school an enjoyable experience for students with learning difficulties, together with motivating and helping them bring out the best in them. My SEN qualifications include the WIDE World online Course Developed at The Harvard Graduate School of Education in Differentiating Instruction: Strategies for Effective Classroom Practice. Together with the Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching & Learning in Schools (NCFE), by Study House UK. Aside from my academic life, I love anything to do with traveling, mysticism, comics and mythology. Together with spending quality time with family and friends.

I have been working as a Learning Support Assistant in NCBIS since 2007. I am a BA graduate in English Literature. I have worked in a variety of educational settings. I am qualified to work with SEN students as I have finished SEN course Level 3 and Dyslexia Action in supporting students with poor working memory.

I graduated from McGill University with a Bachelor of Science. I then completed my Master in Education in Human Development & Applied Psychology followed by a second Master degree in Teaching that focused on Science & Chemistry from the University of Toronto. I have OCT and QTS certifications. My teaching journey started in the UK where I taught KS3 Science, KS4 Combined Science and KS5 A-Level Biology in Luton. I then moved to London where I worked in an IB school. I taught IB Biology and was the IB CAS coordinator. Being a former IB student myself and completing the IBDP in Cairo, I decided to come to Cairo and guide students in achieving their dreams as my own teachers guided me. I truly believe that individual reflections, optimism, diligence, and perseverance are the keys to achieving one’s potential and the foundation in building the right work habits that will aid students to take up challenges, succeed and grow. I love Science and engaging with students in revealing the connections of this subject in multiple disciplines and across various contexts. Via teaching Biology and Chemistry, I believe in life-long learning and constructivist teaching approaches where both knowledge and skills are imperative for development. For fun, I love playing Basketball, enjoying nature and listening to some good music.

I am a graduate of Nottingham University and after many years in the industry I gained my PGCE from Keele University. I have spent 7 years teaching Physics in Egypt and have come to appreciate the nature of the people and the culture. I am very much looking forward to joining the NCBIS community.

I graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Physics at Portsmouth and completed my PGCE at Nottingham. This is my fourth International post. Previously I have taught at Netherlands, South Korea and this is second teaching post in Egypt. My hobbies include Carpentry and Travel.

I have a Doctorate in Organizational Policy, Leadership and Development in International Education from the University of Minnesota. I earned my Masters in Organic Chemistry in 1998 from the University of Wisconsin, and since then have been teaching Science, specializing in Chemistry. I seek to help students reach their potential academically and to help them lead a balanced lifestyle through CAS. Outside of school I love to row on the Nile, swim, and read, as well as spend time with my family.

I graduated with a Bachelor of Education in Physical Education from The University of Edinburgh in 2011. Since then I have taught Primary and Secondary PE for 2 years in Scotland and now in my 5th year of teaching internationally. This year at NCBIS will be my 3rd year in Cairo, a city that I have grown to love and happy to call home again. As a PE Teacher, I love watching and playing all sports and physical activities, whether I am good, or starting out as a beginner, namely skiing. My two most passionate sports are football (as I am a big Celtic fan) and golf. I am looking forward to settling in NCBIS and enjoying a great time both here and outside the school in such a great country!

'Make it simple but significant' my life motto that has guided me all my life from the beginning of my volleyball career over the years to the international teams where I played until the national team of my country where I represented the country proudly and not least in my college years. in Transylvania where I learned to love this role in life, to be an educator. From since I teaching with passion and trying always to leave something behind me. I am a happy wife and mother of 2 children and we are enjoying so much Egypt and our Globetrotter life.

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