ISHCMC AMERICAN ACADEMY 2013 - 2014 FACULTY

SOCIAL STUDIES

MATH

ELECTIVES

ENGLISH

SCIENCE

P.E.

Jack WolmanI am originally from Chicago. I have been teaching all levels and subjects of science from grade 7 to college for over 10 years. I have also worked as a project engineer for Intel Corporation and as a network administrator. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry from UCLA and a Master’s degree in Organic Chemistry from California State Fullerton.

Currently teaching:• AP Chemistry• 10th Grade Cemistry• Middle School Chemistry

Kealy McCleeryI am an American and have spent most of my career in the USA. I have a Master’s de-gree in Biology and a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology, Chemistry and Biology both from Washington State University. I have over 10 years’ experience teaching high school sci-ence.

Currently teaching:• AP/SUPA Biology• 9th Grade Biology• Middle School Science

Suim ShinThis is my 4th international school and I am very excited to meet my students at ISH-CMC American Academy. I have been teaching PE in Korea, Myanmar, Mongolia, and now I am here, in Vietnam. I double majored in Physical Education and Sports & Leisure Studies at Yonsei University in Seoul and got a master’s degree in International Teaching from Framingham State College in USA.

Currenty teaching:• 8th Grade PE• 9th/10th Grade PE

Nathan D. BryantI am an American and I have been teaching Social Studies for nine years in the USA, Dubai, Taiwan and now Vietnam. I have taught different curricula including IB, AP and now SUPA courses. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Philosophy from Fort Lewis College and a Master’s degree in Diplomacy from Norwich University. I am currently studying for my seconds Master’s in school leadership.

Currently teaching:• AP/SUPA Economics• 9th and 11th Grade Social Studies• Middle School Social Studies

Seth Laffin I am from the USA and have been teaching Social Studies for nine years. I have a Bachelor’s degree in World History from the University of Alabama, a Master’s degree in American History from Western Carolina University and a second Master’s degree in Teaching Secondary Social Studies from the University of Alaska Southeast. I have taught in Alaska, Taiwan, China and now Vietnam.

Currently teaching:• AP World History• 10th Grade Social Studies• Middle School Social Studies

Darren DePass As the PE / Health Teacher for grades 6 to 12, I could not be more excited about join-ing the team at AAVN. This will be my third year teaching in HCMC and I consider it a privilege to be a part of the community here. My graduate work took place at Adelphi University in the United States, and I graduated there with a Master’s Degree in Physical Education.

Currently teaching:• 6th Grade - 12th Grade PE

Duarte CarreiroI am an American Mathematics/Physics teacher who has had the experience and privi-lege of teaching at an international school in Lahore, Pakistan for two years. I graduated with a Physics degree from Bridgewater State University and strong interest in applica-tion of mathematics in science.

Currently teaching:• AP Physics • 11th Grade Physics• MS Science

Michael Gatto I have taught in both my native USA and China. I hold a Master of Arts degree in Edu-cation from The College of New Jersey, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics, from New Jersey City University, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Fine Arts from Ramapo College of New Jersey. I primarily teach AP Calculus.

Currently teaching:• Pre AP Calculus • Algebra 2-Trigonometry• Algebra 1• Pre-Algebra

Andrew Gibson I have a Master’s degree in Science from State University of New York and a Bachelor’s degree from Trent University in Environmental Resource Studies. Hailing from Canada originally I have worked in Korea and China at International schools. I am an active vol-unteer and have worked with Big Brother and Habitat for Humanity.

Currently teaching:• AP Calculus • MS Algebra

Rebecca Swanson I have a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from the University of Colorado. My career highlights are that I Implemented the first “flipped classroom” at Manitou Springs High School. I have taught every level of math from Pre-Algebra through Calculus. I Initiated an Advanced Mathematical Problem Solving course for university bound liberal arts stu-dents and restructured the Algebra II curriculum to align with the Common Core Stan-dards.

Currently teaching:• AP Calculus • Pre AP Calculus• Trigonometry • Middle School Math

Heather CarreiroI am from the USA and have a Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics from University of Mas-sachusetts (Amherst) and a Master of Arts degree in English from Bridgewater State University. I have taught in Pakistan, Morocco and the United States and have experi-ence teaching middle school through university-level students. I am an Adjunct Profes-sor of English at Syracuse University and serve as the coordinator of the SUPA program, a concurrent enrollment program that allows high school students to take college-level courses for Syracuse University credit. Currently teaching:• AP/SUPA Language Arts • 12th Grade Language Arts• Middle School Language Arts

Eric HamiltonI am from the United States. I began my education at the Georgia Institute of Technolo-gy after winning an athletic scholarship in Track and Cross Country. I later transferred to the University of Delaware to earn a Bachelors of Science Degree in Education. In addi-tion I hold a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction and Educational Leadership from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. I have taught in Arizona, Colorado, and Medellin, Colombia. I believe that educating today’s youth is the pathway to a better tomorrow.

Matthew RussellI have been teaching language arts for 10 years at schools in the United States, Camer-oon, and now Vietnam. I have taught students from kindergarten through grade 12 with a variety of ability levels ranging from beginning English language learners to Advanced Placement students.

Currently teaching:• Pre AP Language Arts • 10th/11th Grade Language Arts

Lindsey SannaI am from the USA and hold a Master’s degree in English Education from Villanova Uni-versity and a B.F.A. degree in Theater from NYU. I have experience teaching both EAL and English literature at schools in the United States and South America, and have had the pleasure of working with students in 6th through 12th grade.

Currently teaching:• 12th Grade Language Arts • Middle School Language Arts

Jessica Maley I am originally from the USA and hold a Bachelor of Arts degree, in Anthropology from Temple University, USA and a Master of Arts degree in Teaching from the University of Southern California, USA. I have spent most of my career in Vietnam with some time back in the USA.

Currently teaching:• English Acquisition Learner Teacher

John Blofeld-WatsonI am from the UK and hold a Bachelor of Engineering Degree, (Honors Program) Elec-tronic and Communication Engineering, from Napier University of Edinburgh, Scotland, an Advanced Certificate in TESOL, from Leicester University, England and a Post Grad-uate Certificate in Education (International), from Nottingham University, England. As a member of the Specials Department, I teach both Middle School and High school. Mid-dle School students attend “IT Applications” classes which allow them to develop their IT skills. These skills can be transferred into other subject areas and help them use IT Applications appropriately during their school life.

Currently teaching:• AP Computers • Information and Computer Technology• Middle School Technology

Derek SwansonI hold a Bachelor’s degree in History and a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruc-tion from the University of Colorado. My career highlights include the Implementation of Google Apps across the District and the deployment of Edmodo. A proficiency in a vari-ety of software, including Adobe CS5, Office Suite, and Mac. The evaluation and devel-opment of training of technology equipment for schools and a presenter at various local, regional, and national events.

Currently teaching:• Information Computer Technology• MS Social Studies

Allen Miles I am from Buffalo New York, USA and hold a Master’s degree in Multidisciplinary Studies (Art, Art History, Art Education), from State University College of New York and a B.F.A. degree from Ohio Wesleyan University. I teach Art and coach basketball. My students this year will learn about the elements of art (line, shape, texture, light, col-or, and space) and how to analyze, describe, and use them in their art creations. Em-phasis will also be stressed on the principles of design (balance, rhythm, proportion, focal points, pattern, and unity/variety). Students will also be exposed to the world of Art History to include: famous artists, their major works, movements or styles they belong to, and significant breakthroughs they may have developed.

Currently teaching:• Secondary Visual Arts

Van Anh Nguyen I am Vietnamese and graduated in 2003 from the University of Pedagogy, with a Bachelor’s degree in Geography. I also hold a Master’s Certificate in Elementary Vietnamese Curriculum from Saigon University.

Currently teaching:• Vietnamese Studies

Mirrell Desjardins As a counselor, I want to help students find their voices and tell their stories so that they can choose the best pathway for themselves after high school. High school students are approaching a transition that can be confusing and isolating because they are just beginning to realize their self-concept and self-identity. Self-concept and self- identity are key elements that influence academic and career decisions. A successful transition is more likely if students have a safe place to explore who they are. In doing so, they will choose a pathway that suits their unique personality, experience and ambition. This is how I would establish the student/counselor alliance.

Currently teaching:• Counselor

Yen Dao I am Vietnamese and have a degree in Vietnamese Literature from the University of Pedagogy. Teaching Literature, I try to build interesting syllabus, attract students to take part in through exercises, essays in class, and outside activities. I also use preach method, group discus-sions, lectures for given subject or elective subject. Encourage develop creativity in the individuals.

Currently teaching:• Vietnamese Studies

Zhuang Wenyan I am originally from China and have a Chinese bachelor’s degree from Chinese People University. I have taught in both China, Thailand and now Vietnam from grade 6 to 12.

Currently teaching:• Mandarin

Tam Huynh I am from Vietnam and hold a Bachelor’s degree in Literature from the University of Pedagogy. I aim to foster a ‘world spirit’ and an interna-tional mindset with a view to developing attitudes of tolerance, empathy and respect for their own and other ways of seeing and interpreting the world. I believe in a holistic approach to learning and wherever possible try to encourage students to discover their own links to the world out-side the classroom.

Currently teaching:• Vietnamese Studies

Daniel WeaverAmericanB.A Political Science and Spanish Language, University of TexasPrincipal Certification, Stephen F. Austin State UniversityProfessional Leadership Academy, Longview ISDM.A. Bilingual Education, Southern Methodist University

Currently teaching:Social Studies

Ingrid BerryNew ZealanderB.A Theatre, and English Studies, Victoria Uni-versity of WellingtonGraduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary), Vic-toria University of Wellington.

Currently teaching:Drama

Scott RogalB.A Music Education, University of MaryTeaching Certificate Music, Alberta

Currently teaching:Music

Sarah SchnackAmericanB.A. Literature, University of CaliforniaM.Ed., University of California

Currently teaching:• English Language Arts/GT Resource

Matthew ColesI have worked as an educator, achieving strong academic results and student satisfac-tion leading to a role delivering ‘model classes’ to prospective students and parents. I have also performed a variety of jobs in and around higher education recruitment and overseas study which have enriched the education outcomes of both UK and overseas students.

Currently teaching:• English Acquisition Learner Teacher

Robert ConnorB.Sc. Physical Education, Springfield CollegeM.Ed. Leadership and School Administration, San Diego State University

Currently teaching:• Athletic and Activities Director