Siska Khalil
Siska Kalil joins SIS in January 2023 as a music teacher for Kindergarten & Primary school students.
Siska Kalil joins SIS in January 2023 as a music teacher for Kindergarten & Primary school students.
Wan Munirah holds a degree in Education with a major in Malay Literature and a minor in History from the University of Science Malaysia. She also earned a Master of Arts, specializing in Malay Literature, from the same institution. With over 16 years of experience teaching Malay Language at international schools, she has developed a deep understanding of diverse educational environments and student needs. In addition to her teaching role, she worked as a consultant for a publishing house that produces Malay language books for primary and international schools.
Christel Jones holds a Bachelor of Education form the University of Free State, South Africa, QTS and Early Years Professional Status from Reading University, UK and an Advanced Diploma in Special Needs Education from the College of Allied Educatos, Singapore. She has 30 years of teaching experience that spans across the UK, China, Czech Republic and Malaysia (Johor Bahru). These diverse experiences have equipped her with a deep understanding of different educational systems and cultural contexts.
Lai Ming Wei holds a Degree in Education, major in Early Childhood Education. She has 4 years of experiences working with children aged between 1- 12 years old. Focusing on language teaching (mandarin, english), and social- behavioral management.
She believes that children's social and emotional development is crucial, and effective learning can only take place when they feel secure in their school environment. She strives to create a classroom that serves as a safe space for students to express their feelings and be themselves.
Lauris Adele is an international educator passionate about teaching and exploring new places. Her teaching philosophy is simple: meet students where they are and help them grow, so they’re ready for whatever comes next. She holds a Master of Arts in Education from California State University and a Bachelor of Science from Arizona State University, plus a teaching credential with TESOL from California State. She has been an educator since 2001, but for the past 9 years, she has had the joy of teaching in Egypt, Kosovo, and now Malaysia.
Nicole graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and recently just finished her professional certificate in Special Needs Education. She has 6 years of working experience in Early Childhood and Elementary. She was a freelance tuition teacher for about a year before joining a school that offered an afterschool program for elementary students. In her 5 years there, she was the class teacher for 5 year olds in the morning, and a class teacher for Daycare students from Primary 1-4 in the afternoon.
Fathin holds a degree in Malay Studies (Malay Language) from the University of Malaya (UM) and holds a Master of Arts in Malay Studies, also from the same university. With over five years of experience in the field of education, she has taught both national and international syllabus. Her diverse teaching background includes various educational settings, enhancing her ability to adapt to different learning environments and student needs. She believes in creating an engaging and supportive learning atmosphere that fosters a love for the Malay language and culture.
Sofia attended international schools for a majority of her K-12 education; in England, Malaysia, and the Czech Republic. Her positive experiences inspired her to pursue a career in international school education. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) from the University of Nottingham Malaysia, she received her Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning from Taylor’s University. Sofia is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and holistic learning environment. She is currently the English as a Second Language teacher for grades 3-5 at SIS.
Zhi Ching hold a Bachelor of Degree in Psychology and has 3 years teaching experience as a Mandarin teacher in pre-school settings. Currently she's pursuing Postgraduate Diploma in Education and working as an educational assistant in the elementary department.
Portia graduated from Cape Peninsula University in South Africa with a National Diploma in Office Management and Technology. She then completed a PGCE in Senior and Further Education and an Honours Bachelor in Education in Inclusive Education. She also has a certification in teaching professional reading instruction obtained from the University of Stellenbosch, South Africa. She has taught for over 10 years in South Africa teaching grades 1, 2 and 6 as a class teacher teaching various subjects before joining SIS in January 2024.