Gragowski, Julie GIFS Principal: Head of School(principal@gifs.or.kr)
Professional Qualifications
- B.A. Multidisciplinary Studies: Texas Tech University
- Postgraduate Certification- Cross Cultural Language and Academic Development: University of California at Riverside
- Postgraduate Certification- Beginning Teacher Support & Assessment: University of California at Riverside
- California State Teaching Credential
Balaz, Timothy Head of Elementary & PYP Coordinator
Professional Qualifications
- B.A. Political Science, B.Ed. Elementary Education – University of Calgary
- Hong Kong Teaching Credential
Kuntz, Sam Head of Secondary, MYP & DP Coordinator
Professional Qualifications
- B.S. Business Administration: University of Colorado at Boulder
- M.A. Education- Teacher Leadership: Western Colorado University
- M.A. English Creative Writing: Southern New Hampshire University
- Colorado State Teaching Credential
Kim, Joy Head of Office Administration
Professional Qualifications
- M.D. in English Linguistics at Gyeongsang National University
- B.A. in French Literature at Dong – A University
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care at MEGT Institute in Australia
- YL-TESOL Certificate at Sookmyong Women’s University
- Child Care Education Certificate at Jungang Distance Education Center
Kim, Eunice GIFS Admissions, Personnel & Student Records
Professional Qualifications
- Yeungnam University, B.A. in Chinese Language/Literature and English Language/Literature
- ERCi in Singapore, Studied Business Marketing
Kim, Heather GIFS Accounting and Finance Manager
Professional Qualifications
- Gyeongsang National University, B.A. in Accounting
- Crown Institute of Studies in Auckland, New Zealand– General English
Balaz, Timothy Grade 5 Teacher & PYP Coordinator
Professional Qualifications
- B.A. Political Science, B.Ed. Elementary Education
Teaching Credential
- Hong Kong Teaching Certificate
Carnochan, Len Elementary Technology Teacher
Professional Qualifications
- B.A. Sociology/Criminology: University of Windsor
- Graduate Diploma of Education: University of Wollongong
Teaching Credential
- Ontario College of Teachers Certified
Cates, Brandon Elementary PE Teacher, Athletic Director & Activities Coordinator
Professional Qualifications
- B.S. Finance: Bentley College
Teaching Credential
- Arizona State Teaching Credential
Francis, Sandy K-1 Teacher & Elementary Vocal Music Teacher
Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Music in Education (BME); University of Memphis in Tennessee
Teaching Credential
- Texas Educator Certificate
Lee, Catherine Elementary Music & Afterschool Music Program Coordinator
Professional Qualifications
- B.A(Music). and B.E.(Secondary Music Education): University of British Columbia
Teaching Credential
- British Columbia Province Teaching Credential
Oh, Yuri Elementary Korean Language Teacher
Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in international studies: Dongseo university
- Professional Business English Translator and Interpreter: Pusan National University
Teaching Credential
- Korean Language Teaching Certificate
Opdenweyer, Tia Grade 4 Teacher
Professional Qualifications
- B.S. Elementary and Early Childhood Education, Pennsylvania State University
Teaching Credential
- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Teaching Certification
- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Program Specialist
Pattinson, Caroline Grade 2-3 Teacher
Professional Qualifications
- B.A with QTS in General Primary Teaching: St. Martin’s University College, Carlisle Campus
Teaching Credential
- St. Martin’s University College, Lancaster, England
Strydom, Elizabeth Elementary ELA coordinator
Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts in Criminology: University of South Africa; TEFL Certificate: i-to-i United Kingdom; PGCE in Intermediate Phase: Cornerstone Institute (in progress)
Teaching Credential
- Department of Higher Education – South Africa
Strydom, Sunette Elementary Art Teacher
Professional Qualifications
- B.Ed Senior and Further Education: Northwest University
Teaching Credential
- SACE – South African Council of Educators
Zygner, Anna Elemementary Special Educational Needs Teacher
Professional Qualifications
- BA Primary Education: University of Warsaw
- Postgraduate Diplomas- Supporting Children and Young Adults’ Development, High School of Social Psychology & Negotiation, Mediation and Alternative Dispute resolution: University of Warsaw
Teaching Credential
- Republic of Poland/European Union
Carnochan, Len Grades 6-8 Design, Grade 6 Individuals & Societies
Professional Qualifications
- B.A. Sociology/Criminology: University of Windsor
- Graduate Diploma of Education: University of Wollongong
Teaching Credential
- Ontario College of Teachers Certified
Cates, Brandon Grade 6 & 7 ATL Skills Teacher, Middle School PE, Athletic Director & Activities Coordinator
Professional Qualifications
- B.S. Finance: Bentley College
Teaching Credential
- Arizona State Teaching Credential
de Jongh, Ronel Middle School English Language and Literature
Professional Qualifications
- B.A. Humanities: Stellenbosch University
- PGCE: Stellenbosch University
Teaching Credential
- South African Council for Educators
Dow, Dennis Middle School Individuals and Societies
Professional Qualifications
- B.A. History Education: Berea College
Teaching Credential
- Kentucky State Teaching Credential
Flores, Carlos Middle School Spanish Language Acquisition
Professional Qualifications
- B.A. Cinematography: ECAM
- M.A. Law: Complutense University
- M.A. Journalism: Complutense University
Teaching Credential
- Complutense University. Spain
Francis, Sandy Middle School Vocal Music Teacher
Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Music in Education (BME); University of Memphis in Tennessee
Teaching Credential
- Texas Educator Certificate
Kuntz, Sam MYP Coordinator & Resource Coordinator
Professional Qualifications
- B.S. Business Administration – Accounting: University of Colorado at Boulder
- M.A. Education – Teacher Leadership: Western Colorado University
- M.A. English Creative Writing – Fiction: Southern New Hampshire University
Teaching Credential
- Colorado State Teaching Credential
Kim, Becky Middle School Korean Language and Literature
Professional Qualifications
- B.A. English Language and Literature,
- M.A. English Education: Pusan National University
- B.A Korean Language Education (Pending)
Teaching Credential
- Korean Ministry of Education
Lee, Catherine Middle School Music & Afterschool Music Program Coordinator
Professional Qualifications
- B.A Music and B.E. Secondary Music Education: University of British Columbia
Teaching Credential
- British Columbia Province Teaching Credential
Monaghan, Glen Grade 8 Science
Professional Qualifications
- B.Hk – Bachelor of Human Kinetics: The University of Windsor
- B.Ed – Bachelor of Education: The University of Windsor
- M.Ed – Teaching English as a Second Language: Framingham State University
Teaching Credential
- Ontario College of Teachers
Strydom, Elizabeth Middle School ELA Coordinator & Middle School English Language Acquisition
Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts in Criminology: University of South Africa
- TEFL Certificate: i-to-i United Kingdom
- PGCE in Intermediate Phase: Cornerstone Institute (in progress)
Teaching Credential
- Department of Higher Education – South Africa
Strydom, Marthinus Grade 8 ATL Skills
Professional Qualifications
- Bachelors of Education: North West University
Teaching Credential
- South African Council of Educators
Strydom, Sunette Middle School Art
Professional Qualifications
- B.Ed Senior and Further Education: Northwest University
Teaching Credential
- SACE – South African Council of Educators
Turineck, Philippe Grade 7 Mathematics
Professional Qualifications
- B.Ed (Elementary eduation): McGill University
- M.A(Mathematics Education): McGill University
Teaching Credential
- Brevet D’enseignement MELS (Quebec)
- British Columbia Teaching Certificate (Pending)
van der Westhuizen, Jaimee Grade 8 Mathematics, Grade 6 & 7 Science and Grade 7 Individuals & Societies
Professional Qualifications
- BSc Environmental & Geographical Science and Archaeology: University of Cape Town
- PGCE Geography, Mathematics and Mathematical Literacy: University of Cape Town
Teaching Credential
- South African Council of Educators
Wilson, Sandria Grade 6 Mathematics
Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Education – Mathematics: University of the West Indies
- Master of Science – Educational Leadership: Central Connecticut State University
Teaching Credential
- Joint Board of Teacher Education – University of the West Indies, Jamaica
Zygner, Anna Middle School Special Educational Needs Coordinator, Life Orientation Teacher
Professional Qualifications
- BA Primary Education: University of Warsaw
- Postgraduate Diplomas- Supporting Children and Young Adults’ Development, High School of Social Psychology & Negotiation, Mediation and Alternative Dispute resolution: University of Warsaw
Teaching Credential
- Republic of Poland/European Union
Cates, Brandon Secondary PE Teacher, Athletic Director & Activities Coordinator
Professional Qualifications
- B.S. Finance: Bentley College
Teaching Credential
- Arizona State Teaching Credential
Cusick, Michael Secondary Science
Professional Qualifications
- B.S. Physiology and Developmental Biology: Brigham Young University
- M.A. Curriculum and Instruction: Angelo State University
Teaching Credential
- Texas State Teaching Credential (Life Science 7-12)
de Jongh, Ronel Grade 9 English Language and Literature & Grade 9-10 ATL Skills
Professional Qualifications
- B.A. Humanities: Stellenbosch University
- PGCE: Stellenbosch University
Teaching Credential
- South African Council for Educators
Dow, Dennis Secondary Individuals and Societies & DP Theory of Knowledge
Professional Qualifications
- B.A. History Education: Berea College
Teaching Credential
- Kentucky State Teaching Credential
Flores, Carlos Secondary Spanish
Professional Qualifications
- B.A. Cinematography: ECAM
- M.A. Law: Complutense University
- M.A. Journalism: Complutense University
Teaching Credential
- Complutense University. Spain
Francis, Sandy Grade 9 Vocal Music Teacher
Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Music in Education: University of Memphis in Tennessee
Teaching Credential
- Texas Educator Certificate: All-Level Music (Grades PK-12); Elementary Self-Contained (Grades 1-8)
Kim, Becky Secondary Korean Language and Literature
Professional Qualifications
- B.A. English Language and Literature,
- M.A. English Education: Pusan National University
- B.A Korean Language Education (Pending)
Teaching Credential
- Korean Ministry of Education
Kuntz, Sam Head of Secondary, DP Coordinator, Resource Coordinator, University Counselor, Grade 9-10 ATL Skills, & DP Business Management
Professional Qualifications
- B.S. Business Administration – Accounting: University of Colorado at Boulder
- M.A. Education – Teacher Leadership: Western Colorado University
- M.A. English Creative Writing – Fiction: Southern New Hampshire University
Teaching Credential
- Colorado State Teaching Credential
Monaghan, Glen Secondary Science
Professional Qualifications
- B.Hk – Bachelor of Human Kinetics: The University of Windsor
- B.Ed – Bachelor of Education: The University of Windsor
- M.Ed – Teaching English as a Second Language: Framingham State University
Teaching Credential
- Ontario College of Teachers
Strydom, Elizabeth Secondary ELA coordinator, Secondary English Language Acquisition
Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts in Criminology: University of South Africa
- TEFL Certificate: i-to-i United Kingdom
- PGCE in Intermediate Phase: Cornerstone Institute (in progress).
Teaching Credential
- Department of Higher Education – South Africa
Strydom, Marthinus Secondary English Language and Literature Teacher & DP Extended Essay Coordinator
Professional Qualifications
- Bachelors of Education: North West University
Teaching Credential
- South African Council of Educators
Strydom, Sunette Secondary Visual Arts & DP CAS Coordinator
Professional Qualifications
- B.Ed Senior and Further Education: Northwest University
Teaching Credential
- SACE – South African Council of Educators
Turineck, Philippe Secondary Mathematics and Design
Professional Qualifications
- B.Ed (Elementary education) – McGill University
- M.A (Mathematics Education) – McGill University
Teaching Credential
- Brevet D’enseignement MELS (Quebec)
- British Columbia Teaching Certificate (Pending)
Wilson, Sandria Secondary Mathematics
Professional Qualifications
- Bachelor of Education – Mathematics: University of the West Indies
- Master of Science – Educational Leadership: Central Connecticut State University
Teaching Credential
- Joint Board of Teacher Education – University of the West Indies, Jamaica
Zygner, Anna Secondary SENCo & Life Orientation
Professional Qualifications
- BA Primary Education: University of Warsaw
- Postgraduate Diplomas- Supporting Children and Young Adults’ Development, High School of Social Psychology & Negotiation, Mediation and Alternative Dispute resolution: University of Warsaw
Teaching Credential
- Republic of Poland/European Union
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