
Ms. Laura Munro
Head of Year 1, Year 1 Homeroom Teacher
- Bachelor of Teaching Primary (majoring in Professional Education) and Bachelor of Teaching from the University of Waikato, New Zealand
- 6 years teaching experience in preschool and primary school
- Was a primary teacher at a New Zealand school for the past 2 years

Ms. Nadia Sharif
Year 1 Homeroom Teacher
- BA in Psychology (Hons), HELP University
- Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
- 5 years teaching experience in Preschool, Year 1 and Year 2

Ms. Sarah Edeson
Year 1 Homeroom Teacher
- B.A. in European Business Studies with French, University of Liverpool, UK
- PGCE with QTS, University of Manchester, UK
- Over 11 years of teaching experience in the UK, Hong Kong, Spain and Colombia

Ms. Gabriella Henry
Head of Year 2, Year 2 Homeroom Teacher
- Bachelor of Science (1st Class Honours) and Postgraduate Diploma in Primary Teaching, University of Canterbury, New Zealand
- 11 years of teaching experience that included being in the leadership role in the New Zealand Playcentre Federation

Ms. Shumita Van Rijswijk
Year 2 Homeroom Teacher
- B.Com, University of Auckland
- Cambridge International Award in Teaching and Learning (CIATL)
- Currently completing Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
- Worked as a quality assessor and instructor specialising in English language competencies, and as an English language instructor at refugee schools in Egypt and Germany.

Ms. Uviovo Augustina
Year 2 Homeroom Teacher
- B.Early Childhood Education (Hons), HELP University, Malaysia
- Certificate on Phonics
- Diploma in Educational Management
- 8 years of teaching experience in international schools

Mr. Sid Arouche
Head of Year 3, Year 3 Homeroom Teacher
- B.A. (Hons) in Business Management from Bolton University
- PGCE in Primary Education from The University of Sunderland
- Total of about 7 years of teaching experience while living in several countries including Algeria, Germany, the UK and the UAE
- Proficient in Arabic, French and German

Ms. Ms Dharshenny Dewi Gopal
Year 3 Homeroom Teacher
- Bachelor of Education degree in TESL (Hons), Sultan Idris Education University
- Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL) qualification.
- Teaching experience as English teacher both the public and international schools in Malaysia
- Yayasan Tunku Abdul Rahman Scholarship recipient

Mr. James Marwick
Year 3 Homeroom Teacher
- Bachelor of Science double majoring in Economics and Geography, University of Canterbury, and Diploma in Science and Technology, Massey University, New Zealand.
- Graduate Diploma in Teaching from the New Zealand Graduate School of Education.
- Joins us from New Zealand where he has been working as Junior School Teacher for more than two years.

Ms. Deepashrii Munisamy
Year 3 Homeroom Teacher
- B.Sc. in Business Information Systems from the University of East London, UK
- Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management from Glasgow Caledonian University, UK
- Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching & Learning (CICTL) with distinction
- 11 years working experience, 5 years of which were at HIS teaching in the primary school

Ms. Peta Medcalf
Head of Year 4, Year 4 Homeroom Teacher
- B.A. Music Performance, Australian Institute of Music, Australia
- Grad. Dip. In Education, University of New England, U.S.A
- 7 years of teaching experience

Ms. Phryashini Sugumaran
Year 4 Homeroom Teacher
- B.Ed. (Hons) TESL, SEGI University
- Dip. in English, Sultan Idris Education University
- Dean’s list awards
- Joined HIS since 2016, has homeroom teaching experience. Prior to HIS, taught at an international boarding school

Mr. Jamie Speakman
Year 4 Homeroom Teacher
- B.A (Hons.) Media, Communication and Culture, Lincoln University
- Postgraduate Cert. Education (International), Nottingham University, UK
- 6 years of teaching experience internationally
- Apple Distinguished Educator Class of 2019

Ms. Samante Wickramaratna
Year 4 Homeroom Teacher
- B.A. Psychology, Bemidji State University, Minnesota, US
- PGCE (International), University of Nottingham, UK
- Over 5 years of teaching experience

Ms. Catherine Jolly
Head of Year 5, Year 5 Homeroom Teacher
- B.A. in Primary Education, Nottingham University, UK
- M.A. Social Work, Nottingham University, UK
- TEFL qualification
- 9 years of experience in supporting children as a teacher and social worker in the UK. Worked on special projects in Phnom Penh and Hong Kong.

Ms. Dora Lowe
Year 5 Homeroom Teacher
- B.C. Accountancy, University of Canterbury, New Zealand
- Teaching in Early Childhood, NZ College of Early Childhood Education
- Over 10 years of teaching experience in New Zealand and Malaysia

Mr. Luke Edeson
Year 5 Homeroom Teacher
- B.A. Town Planning, University of Manchester, UK
- PGCE (Primary), University of Greenwich, UK
- 10 years of teaching experience; was a homeroom teacher and ICT coordinator at a school in Leeds, UK before joining HIS.

Ms. Pavitrra Sugamaran
Year 5 Homeroom Teacher
- Currently pursuing Masters in Education, University of Malaya
- B.Ed. (Hons), SEGI University in collaboration with University of St Mark’s and St John’s
- Joined HIS since 2015, has homeroom teaching experience, also a key member of the Primary Reading Programme Committee
- Prior to HIS, taught at a learning centre for several years
- An accomplished Indian classical dancer who performs at international events

Ms. Sarah Benedict
Head of Year 6, Year 6 Homeroom Teacher
- B.A. Mass Communications, Murdoch University, Australia
- PGDE, Wawasan Open University, Malaysia
- Master of Teaching and Learning, Taylor’s University
- Integrative Journalism, Malaysia Institute of Integrative Media
- Cambridge International Award in Teaching & Learning (CIATL) with distinction
- Over 10 years of teaching experience in private and international schools

Mr. Richard Landowski
Year 6 Homeroom Teacher
- PGCE and B.A. in Humanities from Trinity College, University of Wales,UK
- Taught for 25 years in the UK, the USA, the UAE, Spain and Russia
- Has extensive experience teaching the IPC, the IMYC and the English National Curriculum, specialising in the teaching of IPC/IMYC in subjects like English, Maths, Science, History, Geography, PE, Music and Art from Year 2 to Year 7

Mr. Ian Michael Wong
Year 6 Homeroom Teacher
- B.A. (Hons) Business Administration, University of East London, UK
- Diploma in Business Administration from Tunku Abdul Rahman College, Malaysia
- Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
- Currently pursuing postgraduate programme in education
- 12 years of teaching experience in various organisations

Mr. Omar Munip
Year 6 Homeroom Teacher
- Diploma Multimedia Production, SAE School of Audio Engineering
- B.A. (Hons) Primary Teaching with ICT QTS, University of Hull, UK
- M.A. Global and International Citizenship Education, University of York, UK
- 12 years teaching experience in the UK and Malaysia at both mainstream and specialist schools for cognition and learning
- Active as a coordinator for the school’s Student Council and Interact Club, and an advisor of the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award programme

Ms. Abegail Rebecca De Costa
Year 6 Homeroom Teacher
- BSc Biomedical Sciences, University of Notre Dame, Australia
- GDip in Early Childhood Studies, Edith Cowan University, Australia
- Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching & Learning (CICTL)
- 7 years of teaching experience, with the last two years as a HIS homeroom teacher in another milepost

Ms. Jocelyn Seah Shu Fen
Mandarin Teacher
- B.B.A, majoring in International Marketing from University Putra Malaysia.
- Cambridge International Diploma for Teaching and Learning (CIDTL) with distinction
- Teaching Certificate of Chinese as a Foreign Language in Elementary and Secondary Education with distinction
- 11 years of teaching experience, holding various positions including Year Leader and Head of Mandarin.

Ms. Vicky Heng
Mandarin Teacher
- B.A. Early Childhood Education, University of Southern Queensland, Australia
- M.Ed. (Teaching and Learning), HELP University, Malaysia
- Professional Competency of International Chinese Teacher awarded by the International Chinese Teacher Certificate Authority, Qinghai University for Nationalities, China.
- Apple Distinguished Educator Class of 2019
- 7 years of teaching experience

Ms. Chia Yin Mooi
Mandarin Teacher
- B.A., National Cheng Chi University, Taiwan R.O.C.
- Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching & Learning (CICTL)
- 14 years of teaching experience in schools in Malaysia.

Ms. Phyllis Wong
Mandarin Teacher
- B.A. in Mandarin and Business Administration, Universiti Putra Malaysia
- Cambridge International Diploma for Teaching and Learning (CIDTL)
- 17 years of teaching experience; has worked as a teacher trainer in Singapore and was Deputy Principal at a Montessori school.

Ms. Chong Ling Li
Mandarin Teacher
- B.Soc. Sc. (Hons) Psychology, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR), Malaysia
- M.Sc. Development Psychology, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Malaysia
- Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
- 10 years of teaching experience with the last 2 years with HIS Primary.

Ms. Esther Siew Pui Wey
Mandarin Teacher
- B.Soc. Sc. (Hons) Psychology, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR), Malaysia
- M.Sc. Development Psychology, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Malaysia
- Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
- 10 years of teaching experience with the last 2 years with HIS Primary

Ms. Huda Azemi
Bahasa Malaysia Teacher
- B.Ed. (Hons) TESL, Management and Science University, Malaysia
- M.Ed. (Teaching and Learning), HELP University, Malaysia
- 8 years of experiences in teaching and journalism

Ms. Indumathy Renganathan
Bahasa Malaysia Teacher
- B.A. (Hons) Human Resources Management Multimedia University, Malaysia
- Foundation in Life Science, Multimedia University, Malaysia
- Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
- 7 years of working experience with the last 2 years at HIS Primary, assisting Milepost 1 students.

Ms. Wan Nur Syahirah
Bahasa Malaysia Teacher
- B.A Sc. with Islamic Studies, University of Malaya
- Cambridge International Award of Teaching & Learning (CIATL)
- Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching & Learning (CICTL)
- 10 years of teaching experience in private school and International school

Ms. Nurulhuda Edy Muslim
Bahasa Malaysia Teacher
- B.Sc. in Environmental Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
- Cambridge International Certificate in Training and Learning (CICTL)
- Currently pursuing the Cambridge International Diploma in Training and Learning (CIDTL)
- 10 years teaching experience. Prior to teaching, she was a Research Assistant at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Ms. Nur Anis Fariha
Bahasa Malaysia & Islamic Studies Teacher
- Bachelor of Malay Studies (Malay Language), University of Malaya
- Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia, SMU (A) Maahad Muhammadi (P)
- Several years of teaching experience

Ms. Chew Yi Tien
Music Teacher
- B.Sc. in Music (Hons), Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia
- M.Sc. in Music, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia
- Licentiate and Associate Diplomas, Trinity College, London
- 14 years of teaching experience and prior to joining HIS, served as Head of Music in another international school in Malaysia

Mr. Zailan Razak
Music Teacher
- B. Music, Cornell College, Iowa, USA
- M. Music, University of Arizona, USA
- Well-known multi-instrumentalist and music producer who has worked with many distinguished artistes including Sister Sledge, Syafinaz, Sheila Majid, Michael Veerapan and Kris Dayanti
- 30 years of teaching experience

Ms. Abby Lee
Remedial Reading Teacher
- BECE (Hons) Early Childhood Education, HELP University, Malaysia
- Cambridge International Certificate of Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
- 8 years of teaching experience in private and international schools in Malaysia, including 4 years at HIS

Ms. Barbara-Anne Mulhearn
Remedial Reading Teacher
- International Diploma in Early Childhood Education, London Montessori Centre, UK
- Certificate in Classroom Management, Meerilinga Training College, Australia
- Certificate from Musikgarten, a Music and Movement programme from USA
- Trained in the Letterland Phonics Programme
- Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
- 20 years of teaching and leadership experience

Ms. Siti Shyamimi Mokhsein
Remedial Reading Teacher
- Bachelor of Psychology, HELP University
- Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
- 3 years of teaching experience across Primary school

Ms. Rachel Yong
Maths Intervention Teacher
- Bachelor in Early Childhood Education from HELP University, Malaysia
- Cambridge International certificate of Teaching and Learning (CICTL),
- 3 years of teaching experience, having taught various subjects to Years 2 and 3 students, and preschoolers

Ms. Audrey Ng Cher Di
Math Intervention Teacher
- BSc degree in Applied Mathematics with Computing, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman
- Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
- 3 years of teaching experience across Primary, especially in Singapore Maths

Ms. Kam Sze Wei
Maths Intervention Teacher
- Diploma in Montessori Method of Education
- Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching & Learning (CICTL)
- Over 19 years of teaching experience; member of the HIS and HELP Group teaching staff for the last 5 years, having previously been a senior teacher, director of studies, assistant directress and preschool principal at various learning institutions in Malaysia

Ms. Yamuna Sri Letchemanan
EAL Teacher
- B.A. in TESL, Management and Science University, Malaysia
- Currently pursuing her Masters in TESL, University of Malaya, Malaysia
- Over 2 years of teaching experience

Ms. Regina Arum
EAL Teacher
- B.A. (double major) Linguistics and English Language and Psychology, University of Auckland, New Zealand
- Cambridge International Certificate of Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
- 6 years of working experience in New Zealand and Malaysia. Prior to HIS, she was working in an international school in East Malaysia

Ms. Sharmilla A.Narkiran
EAL Teacher
- Bachelor in Education (Teaching of English as a Second Language), Management and Science University
- Cambridge international Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL)
- Currently pursuing Masters in TESL at Universiti of Malaya.
- Over 2 years of teaching experience

Mr. Mark Dawson
Athletics Director (Sports & CCA)
- B.Sc. in Psychology with Sport Science, University of Hull, UK
- M.Sc. in Psychology with Sport Science, Loughborough University, UK
- NCFE Level 3 Award in Diet and Nutrition
- 7 years of teaching experience; holds awards for football and futsal coaching

Mr. Bertrand Molinie
Physical Education Teacher
- B.Sc. in Sports Coaching, University of Wales Institute, Cardiff, UK
- PGCE, University of Wales Institute, Cardiff, UK
- Coaching qualifications in badminton, rugby, scuba diving, hockey, football and gymnastics
- 14 years of teaching experience internationally

Mr. Burhan Ghazali
Physical Education and Sports Teacher
- Diploma in Physical Education, National Institute of Education, Singapore
- 15 years of teaching experience in Singapore and Malaysia

Mr. Shukri Hashim
Physical Education and Sports Teacher
- Bachelor in Sports and Exercise Science, Universiti Teknologi MARA
- Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching, Open University
- 5 years of teaching experience at HIS; over 6 years of experience as a swimming instructor and lifeguard

Ms. Stephanie Cheah
School Counsellor
- B.A. Psychology, University of Queensland, Australia
- M. Counseling, HELP University, Malaysia
- 9 years of experience with various organisations involving teens

Ms. Fatima Anne Sebastian
School Counsellor
- B.Ed (TEFL) Queensland University of Technology, Australia
- M.Counselling, HELP University, Malaysia
- 7 years of experience in local schools and a tertiary institution

Ms. Yap Hui Ling
School Counsellor
- B.A. in Psychology, California State University, US
- M.Counselling, HELP University, Malaysia
- 5 years of counselling experience with various organisations involving children, teens and young adults
- Currently pursuing a course towards being a certified practitioner in therapeutic play skills (Play Therapy International, UK)

Ms. Lynda Foster
SEN Coordinator
- Bachelor of Education Massey University, Palmerston North
- Trained Teacher’s Certificate from New Zealand Department of Education, and also obtained her Reading Recovery Certificate
- More than 30 years experience in education, primarily as a specialist in Special Education Needs
- Taught extensively in New Zealand and the UK
- Worked with many students of various special needs across the spectrum, such as ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, as well as those with social and emotional behavioural issues
- Has worked as a classroom teacher, before moving on to become a Reading Recovery Specialist teacher, coordinator and mentor
- Recently acquired leadership and management experience as a member of the Senior Management Leadership Team and as a Representative on the Governing Board of Trustees in Whangarei Primary School, New Zealand

Ms. Rosemary Shamani Joseph
SEN
- B.B.A., Atlantic University, USA
- Diploma in Learning Disorders Management and Child Psychology, College of Allied Educators, Malaysia
- Masters in Teaching and Learning, HELP University, Malaysia
- 5 years of experience, including 1 year at Kiwanis Down Syndrome Foundation

Ms. Nameeta Annand Raj
SEN
- B. Psych. (Hons), HELP University, Malaysia
- High Distinction for the Certificate in Dyscalculia and Numeracy Teaching from the Dyslexia Association of Singapore (DAS) Academy
- Trained Orton-Gillingham Practitioner
- 9 years of experience in teaching, curriculum development and SEN

Ms. Catriona Albela
SEN
- B.Sc. Psychology, Bemidji State University, USA
- M.Sc. Psychology of Child and Adolescent Development, York St John University, UK
- Over 8 years of experience in various educational institutions

Ms. Adelynn Zon Ming Yee
SEN
- B.Sc. in Psychology, University of Nottingham, Malaysia
- Currently pursuing M.A. in Special and Inclusive Education, University of Nottingham, Malaysia
- 2 years of experience in a centre for special education.

Ms. Kong Tse Mun
SEN
- B. Psychological Science, University of South Australia
- Certificate on Supporting Children with Difficulties in Reading and Writing, University of London
- Over 7 years of experience in the education field, working closely with students of diverse special education and learning needs (ADD/ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger’s Syndrome, delayed speech, Sturge-Weber Syndrome and non-compliant behaviour)

Ms. Sonia Devi
SEN
- Degree in Psychology and Communication from Segi University/Upper Iowa University
- Cambridge International Certificate in
Teaching and Learning (CICTL) - 4 years of teaching experience

Mr. Tanuj Mahesan
SEN
- B.Psych (Hons), HELP University, Malaysia
- M.S.c. Developmental Psychology with Education, University College London, Institute of Education, London
- 6 years of experience, including working with children with autism and was also a behavioral therapist

Mr. Jamie Speakman
Learning Innovation Coach
- B.A (Hons.) Media, Communication and Culture, University of Lincoln, UK
- PGCE (International), Nottingham University, UK
- Apple Distinguished Educator Class of 2019
- 6 years of teaching experience internationally

Ms. Vicky Heng
Learning Innovation Coach
- B.A. Early Childhood Education, University of Southern Queensland, Australia
- M.Ed. (Teaching and Learning), HELP University, Malaysia
- Professional Competency of International Chinese Teacher awarded by the International Chinese Teacher Certificate Authority, Qinghai University for Nationalities, China.
- Apple Distinguished Educator Class of 2019
- 7 years of teaching experience