This will be my 16th year teaching first grade at Nakornpayap International School.  I graduated from Trent University, Peterborough, Canada with a Bachelor of Arts (honors) in Native Studies and Psychology and later obtained a Bachelor of Education degree (Primary/Junior divisions) from Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Canada.  I have a passion for teaching and love watching students reach their fullest potential by engaging them in high-energy and hands-on lessons.

I am looking forward to joining the NIS team this year as a class teacher! I have spent three years earning a Bachelor of Education from the University of Reading. Following from this, I spent three amazing years teaching at a primary school in Oxford where I spent lots of my time helping children with additional language and behavioral needs. My time as a teacher inspired me to pursue a Masters at the University of Bristol, my original hometown, in Neuroscience and Education. I am currently completing this degree to enhance my classroom lessons to make them as inclusive, engaging and accessible as possible for every child. I have visited Thailand many times and truly love everything it has to offer; everyone I’ve met has been so welcoming and I am excited to work with parents and teachers to offer a fun, creative and inspiring environment for every pupil! I hope to volunteer at an animal shelter as well as discover all the lovely music scenes that Chiang Mai has to offer!

This is my ninth year teaching grade two at NIS. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, with a second major in Psychology, from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point in the United States. I also have a Master’s Degree in Education from the same university. I believe that all children are unique, creative, and have an inborn desire to learn. My classroom is a happy, lively community of eager learners! I sincerely enjoy creating lasting relationships with the students and families of NIS.

I am thrilled to start my second year at such an exceptional school as Nakornpayap International School. Prior to NIS, I was a Grade 1 elementary teacher for five years at Montfort Primary Section in Chiang Mai as well as EFL instructor at EFL Language School. I have a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) from the University of Cumbria, United Kingdom. I also hold Master of Arts degree in Law. I have a great passion for teaching. I find joy in witnessing a child learn something new, knowing I was a main influence in their doing so. I look forward to continuing to have a positive impact on my students' growth with an amazing team here at NIS.

This is my fourth year at NIS and I am proud to be teaching at such an exceptional school that emphasizes diversity and community. I am from the USA and have taught elementary for many years in Seattle, Washington. I graduated from Western Washington University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education with a reading endorsement. I also earned a Masters in teaching at Miami University with an emphasis on science education. I believe in providing students with an environment that celebrates diversity while engaging and appropriately challenging students through hands-on activities and interactive lessons.

I'm very happily entering my eighth year as a classroom teacher. I’m originally from Washington D.C. and I’ve been working with children in various capacities for over a decade now. I'm proud to bring a diverse professional experience to NIS and honored to be surrounded by such incredible teachers.  I received my Bachelor’s Degree in History and a Master's Degree in Social Studies Teaching from the University of Virginia.  My career has brought me to high schools, rural elementary schools, pupil transportation, Peace Corps volunteering, youth outreach, another international school in Thailand, and finally NIS!  I believe in empowering lifelong learners to develop a growth mindset and the skills to help make this world a better place. As an educator, I commit myself to creating a nurturing learning environment where students can create, collaborate, reflect, and forge strong relationships.  Nothing gives me greater joy as a teacher than watching young learners grow into who they are and become more confident in themselves.  All teachers live for those "aha!" moments and I cherish them deeply. 

I feel very grateful to begin my fifth year of teaching at NIS! Before coming to NIS I was a 3rd grade teacher in America for 5 years. I have a Bachelor of Science in both Elementary Education and Special Education from the University of Minnesota, USA. In my classroom, I strive to cultivate a learning environment where students have a strong sense of belonging, significance, and fun. I am passionate about instilling a love for reading in my students, giving my students choice and autonomy over their learning experiences, and building strong relationships with my student’s families. I am proud to be a teacher at NIS and look forward to another wonderful year ahead!

I’m originally from Ontario, Canada, and began my teaching career in 2017 in Surat Thani, Thailand
before relocating to Chiang Mai in 2019. I have an Honours Specialization Bachelor of Arts in Media and
Communication and am currently completing my iPGCE from the University of Derby.
I’m honoured and excited to be a part of the dynamic community at NIS! I believe that learning is both
enchanting and boundless, and that reading is the key to limitless knowledge and growth. I strive to
create a lively and engaging classroom wherein all students feel a sense of belonging and daily growth
through appropriate challenges. I’m passionate about nurturing the immense capacity for learning that
every student possesses and, through a focus on specific behaviors and attitudes, aim to instill in my
students the belief they can and will achieve excellence that will propel their lifelong success. I love
seeing my students express pride and joy in their learning as they grow into their greatest potential!

Hi all. I will be joining NIS as a Grade 5 teacher this year focusing on Mathematics and Social Sciences. I’ve worked as a secondary school (ages 11-19) mathematics teacher for the past 4 years at a school in Oxford. Prior to this I completed my PGCE at the University of Oxford and my mathematics degree at the University of Bristol.

Within my previous school I had also taken the role of Transition Coordinator which meant I managed the transition of pupils from their Primary school to Secondary school. I am passionate about ensuring that all pupils are cared for so that they can thrive within their school. I’m moving out from the UK with my partner Alicia Ellery who will also be joining our faculty. We are very excited to meet the NIS community and see what Chiang Mai has to offer! Aside from teaching I love music, I’m a keen player and composer. I’m excited to explore what I’ve heard is an exciting music culture in Chiang Mai.

I look forward to meeting you all in the coming months!

This is my fifth year working at Nakornpayap International School. I worked as a teacher assistant in second grade for 3 years and this is my second year as a support teacher in first grade. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Rajabhat University, Chiang Mai. I love working with grade 1 and 2 students.

I have worked at the school since August 2016 and I live in Chiang Mai.  I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Japanese Language from Rajabhat University, Chiang Mai. I love to work with children and see them learn many new things.

I have worked as the Elementary School Grade 3 support teacher at NIS since April 2011. Before that, I worked at international schools in Chiang Mai, Bangkok, and Korat. I have a Bachelor of Business English degree from Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University in Bangkok and an Education Diploma from Far Eastern University, Chiang Mai. I like working as part of the friendly team here at NIS, and I love working with children.

I have been working at NIS since 2013. I was in the ECC department and moved to the AAP department. Now I am teaching the Thai language for intermediate. I graduated with a bachelor's degree from Chiang Mai Rajabhat University. I am happy to be a part of the NIS community. I am delighted to see my all-level grade students that I taught grow up skillful and accomplished.

I am looking forward to an amazing time with NIS. The past few years I’ve spent here in Thailand, I taught English at an international school to over 200 students and absolutely loved it. Prior to coming here, I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the University of Rhode Island in 2014, where I also taught Experimental Psychology as an undergraduate. In 2017, I received my Master’s degree in Psychology with a focus on Research and Experimental Methodology at the American Public University.  In addition, I’ve worked directly in the field of Psychology as an Assistant Director. My roles as both a rehabilitator and mentor for adults suffering from a variety of mental illnesses and learning disabilities has given me unique insight as an educator. My peers, co-workers and students alike would say that I consistently teach with passion and energy!  Teaching brings me joy and I believe it is my mission both inside and outside of the classroom, to actively engage students to utilize and enhance their critical thinking skills while having fun. I praise NIS for their diverse and collaborative community they have built and feel honored to be a part of it.

Hello, my name is Claire and I come from the UK.  I hold multiple degrees, including a Bachelor’s degree in Law, Post Graduate Certificate for Professional Teaching, and an MA in TESOL & Applied Linguistics.   I worked for the UK government for 17 years, supporting ministers in their parliamentary duties, before moving to Thailand.  This is my third year at NIS and my 11th year teaching in Thailand.  I’ve taught in primary, secondary and university posts, teaching English through literature, conversational English, English for Academic Purposes, Critical Reading & Writing, middle & high school ELA, and advanced grammar.

Good Day to you all. It is my pleasure to introduce myself to the NIS community. I am Mark Daigle – soon to be an English Language Arts teacher for the high school students here. I come to Chiang Mai from Istanbul, where I taught English for 16 years. Before that, I taught English and Theater Arts in my home state of Virginia, USA. I completed my college education at Old Dominion University with various degrees (Secondary Education, English Literature, Electronics, Film Theory, and Medieval History). When I wasn't deciding what field of study to do, at the time, I worked as a car mechanic, a boxer and a particularly mediocre guitar player in several bands. My dad was a "lifer" in the Navy and I grew-up in a Navy town. I've lived in Chicago, Monterey, and Washington DC. I don't have any children of my own, but sponsor six foster kids around the globe. In addition to teaching, I enjoy the performing arts, travel, swimming, loud music and laughter in a cafe. I look forward to this new adventure and to meeting and getting to know students and colleagues in the NIS community.

I’ve been working as a Middle School and High School Mathematics teacher at Nakornpayap International School since 2008. I have a Bachelor of Mathematics from Naresuan University, and a Master of Science degree in Statistics from Chiang Mai University. Teaching students to truly understand math is something I’m very good at and I really enjoy doing it! I think math is amazing and fun to learn, so I work hard to help my students feel the same way about it as I do.

I am originally from Ohio, USA. I graduated from Bowling Green State University, USA with a B.S. in Middle Childhood Education, specializing in Mathematics and Language Arts instruction. I also have a TESOL certification accredited by Cornerstone University, USA.

Many of you may know me as your student’s grade 4 teacher! I have been with NIS full-time since the beginning of 2015 as a fourth grade homeroom teacher. This is my second year as the middle school mathematics teacher and mathematics department leader. I am very excited to teach my grade 4 graduates again and get to know all our students who have joined our NIS family since elementary. 

As a teacher, I seek to foster an environment where students feel motivated, engaged, and challenged to be critical thinkers who can problem solve!

I have been living and teaching in Chiang Mai, Thailand for over a year now since March 2020. During this time, I have taught English and General Science (both online and in the classroom) at two private schools. I adore the eclectic charm and warmth that Chiang Mai offers its residents and truly feel at home in this city as a teacher and a citizen.

I’ve always had a deep affinity for science and the human element; science is beautifully logical and clean and new students bring inquisitive eyes and genuine passion to its realm. My goal as a teacher is to inspire my students to see beyond the obvious and find their own passions through exposure to science and collaborative instruction.

I am looking forward to this coming academic year at NIS and am excited to be part of the team!

My name is Mr. Adel Jeshaninejad, and I'll be teaching physics and mathematics for the upcoming school year at NIS. I am originally from Iran. I earned my Bachelor of Science and Master’s degrees in Civil Engineering and worked as an engineer before choosing teaching as my career. I enjoy working as a teacher as it allows me to further my education and pass on my knowledge to future generations. I have been teaching physics and mathematics for almost six years in Thailand. My years of experience have helped me develop strategies to help my students succeed. I encourage my students to think critically and question everything they learn in classes. I am very excited to join the NIS family, explore the world of mathematics and physics with my students, and get to know everyone at NIS.

Please allow me to take this opportunity to introduce myself as the newly appointed Science teacher at NIS. Leveraging my 5+ years of experience, I anticipate that I will be able to contribute highly to helping students meet their curriculum goals and provide them with a wider view of perception in the field of science and technology. After I graduated from high school majoring in science, I pursued a diploma in pharmaceuticals followed by a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology.  I later completed a Master of Science in Biotechnology in Molecular Biology, Immunology and Biochemistry. Currently I am pursuing Doctor of Education, expecting to graduate by the end of this year. I was selected as Project Associate and Junior Scientist at University of Hyderabad India in the lab of animal biotechnology, working on Therapeutic Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery in Cancer. I also worked as a research and development scientist at a pharmaceutical research laboratory in India. For me, teaching is more than a profession – it is my passion, it is the mentorship of young minds. I feel delighted when I am surrounded by kids who are willing to embrace all the ways of learning. Through my experiences, I have developed expertise in lesson planning, classroom management, assessment, classroom action research and evaluation of students. I am well versed in assisting young children to build social, cognitive, emotional, and physical skills. I am adept at providing a stimulating yet safe classroom environment. In addition, I am committed to creating a friendly as well as language-rich atmosphere. I look forward to meeting all of you individually while “learning the ropes” so that my transition is as smooth as possible.  I hail from the paradise on earth called Kashmir.

I have worked as the High School Science Lab Technician at Nakornpayap International School since January 2007. The labs are used by grades 1 to 12 and it is my responsibility to ensure a safe learning environment for any and all science experiments that have been planned by the teachers.  I also provide support to students in the science lab so that they can understand the scientific principles of each experiment. Before moving to Chiang Mai, I taught science in Kashmir for 7 years. I earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kashmir, India and I also hold a Bachelor of Education degree as well. 

I am excited to join the NIS family as a Middle School Social Studies teacher.  This will be my first year at NIS, but my 8th year teaching social science subjects.  I received both a Bachelor’s and a Master's in International Relations from my home state of Arizona.   Throughout my 10 years of teaching, I have taught students of various ages from elementary to university.  This year I am fortunate to be teaching the active and curious minds of NIS Middle School. I hope my interest and excitement for social studies will drive students to see the world and themselves in a new light.  When I am not teaching you can usually find me outside enjoying some outdoor activities with my golden retriever Daisy.

Head of Academic Affairs, member of the Student Support Team, chair of the Curriculum and Instruction Panel, Model UN Advisor, and current teacher of AP Seminar and Current Issues. I have been a member of the NIS community since 2016 when I joined as a High School teacher. Previous courses I have taught at NIS include: AP World History, AP Comparative Government, Modern History, and Contemporary History.  It is a privilege to teach the classes that I love to passionate students and to work with such dedicated teachers.

For the past 10 years, I have been teaching History in the Netherlands. Besides this, I worked for 5 years as a general learning coach in a very innovative form of personalized education. I received a Masters for Education from VU University, Amsterdam. My Masters Military History and passion for storytelling make a powerful educational cocktail. It enables me to transfer my profound enthusiasm for history to the kids. Creativity, humor and flexibility are cornerstones of my teaching philosophy. 

I take great pride in developing a meaningful relation with all my students. My classroom is a place where kids always feel appreciated. As an experienced general learning coach I truly believe in the value of motivating my students. By letting them learn who they really are, they are ready to start learning and achieve great things. I am a real team player who believes parents and teachers need to work closely together to support the student. My wonderful wife two daughters will join me in this great story that is about to be written.

I have worked as the High School Japanese teacher at Nakornpayap International School since August 2012. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Japanese and Japanese Teacher’s certification for high school and middle school from Keio University, Tokyo, Japan. I try to make my students get a solid knowledge of Japanese and Japanese culture by effective and active teaching. The most important thing to me is to build the relationship of mutual trust with each other.

I am really excited to be a part of the NIS community for the next school year as a High School Mathematics Teacher. I grew up in China and earned my bachelor's degree in Physics and Engineering at Jiangnan University. My dream was always to become a teacher, so I chose to study secondary education when I came to the United States. After completing my master's program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, I taught Algebra1, Geometry, and Pre-Calculus at Baraboo High School as a long-term substitute teacher. In 2021, I moved to Phoenix, Arizona, and became a 7th Grade math teacher at Empower College Prep. Being a teacher is a noble job, and I appreciate every opportunity to serve my students and their families. I think teaching also helps me discover myself and teaches me the value of human connections. I am excited to bring my passion to NIS, and I am looking forward to discovering some fun math with my students. Outside of school, I practice Brazilian Jujitsu. I am currently a two-stripe white belt and hope to become a black-belt one day.

I have taught High School and Middle School music at Nakornpayap International School since August 2009. I have a Bachelor of Music degree from St. Francis Xavier University, Nova Scotia, Canada, and a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. I feel strongly about making positive relationships with all our students and creating an environment that fosters a positive attitude toward learning and an appreciation of the Arts.

I have worked as the Middle School, High School and AP Art & Design teacher at Nakornpayap International School since 2005. I have a Bachelor of Education degree from The Pedagogic Academy, Alkmaar, The Netherlands, a Bachelor’s degree of Fine/Visual Arts from “In Holland”, Amsterdam, The Netherlands and a Master’s degree of Fine/Visual Arts from Chiang Mai University, Thailand.

I have dedicated myself to providing an interactive learning environment in which students challenged themselves to create art that goes beyond observation in developing personal identity as critical thinkers and discover the world around them through the processes of visual media.

This will be my second year teaching Grade 3 here at NIS.  I grew up in the Green Mountains of Vermont, USA and graduated from The University of Vermont in 2009 with a BA in International Studies and a minor in Fine Art.  I attended the Upper Valley Educators Institute and received my certification in both Elementary and Art Education. 

I began my teaching career in Grade 4 at Walt Disney Elementary, one of Chicago’s most prominent magnet schools, before transitioning to the art room at the Frances C. Richmond Middle School in Hanover, NH. Over my six years at Richmond, I was the lead art teacher and spearheaded their digital arts and 3D printing program. 

In addition to teaching, I am an active illustrator and I also spent several years as a magazine editor and graphic designer.  In addition to teaching Grade 3, I also produce the school’s newsletter, Voices, as well as the yearbook.

Last year I was delighted to offer an after school 3D Design Club and this year I hope to introduce even more digital arts opportunities for our students.

I will be joining NIS in August as our new Elementary Music Teacher.

Originally from Exeter, UK, I studied music at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester and also at the Franz Liszt Academy of Music, Budapest. I have been working in Thailand for some years now in various schools including ISB and I am currently a music teacher at British International School Phuket.

I am looking forward to sharing my love of music with the students at NIS and to meeting the staff and the wider community at NIS in beautiful Chiang Mai.

I have been working at Nakornpayap International School since March 2015. I have a Bachelor of Education degree in Physical Education from Rajabhat University, Chiang Mai. I also completed an Associate Degree in Physical Education from the Physical Education Institute, Chiang Mai and completed graduate-level coursework in Non-formal Education at Chiang Mai University. Before coming to NIS, I worked for ten years as a teacher at non-profit organizations educating underprivileged children. Through my years as a teacher and sports coach, I believe that physical education and sports have the power to motivate and transform children’s experience at school. Sports challenges students to push their limits and work together as a team to achieve a shared goal and vision. As students grow up and enter the real world, they will always be working in teams and the foundation from team sports will help them be successful in any environment.

I graduated from Chiang Mai University with a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science and a Master in Education, majoring in Physical Education. I have been a Thailand National Team athlete and coach for over 20 years. As a competitive athlete, I am always challenging myself to do better – and I do the same with my PE classes at NIS since 2007. I use the lessons I have learned from my experience as an athlete and teach my students to love sports and physical education and to improve their skills with every class.

This is my fifth year of teaching at NIS! I have a Bachelor of Arts in English and Graduate Diploma in Teaching Profession. I have a true passion for working with our Elementary students!! Helping each child progress in all areas of their development especially Thai Language and Culture. With experience, I have been working here. I am delighted to share my deep passion and experience with our students.

I feel very delighted  to begin my fifth year at NIS!

This year is a new beginning for me being a Thai teacher. Before this, I was a fifth grade support  teacher for 4 years. I have a bachelor degree in  English (first class honors) from Uttaradit Rajabhat University. Later that, I obtained the teaching license for the certified teacher from Chiangmai Rajabhat University. 

I believe that every student is a different kind of seed. They don't grow to be the same flower. The teacher is the one who knows their exclusivity in order to grow them the best. All of these different kinds of flowers together will make a wonderful garden!

I have worked in the Early Childhood Center (ECC) at Nakornpayap International School as a Support Teacher since August 2015. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Modern Management Media and Technology from Chiang Mai University. I believe that a child’s education is the most valuable thing in the world. I’m happy to see the children grow up physically and emotionally, especially when they apply the skills that I taught them for their everyday life.