As a homeroom teacher of Early Years, Catherine has been part of the ISA Tianhe family for 6 years. She holds a Bachelor of Education certification, Diploma of Teaching from Waikato University, New Zealand.
She has more than 18 years of teaching experience. She has been Early Years and Primary teacher at Yew Chung International, Hong Kong (6 years), Eton House International, Singapore (3 years), Excelsior International, Malaysia (3years) and ISA Tianhe, China (6 years).
Eddy Castillo
Homeroom Teacher
As an Early Year's Homeroom teacher at ISA Tianhe, Eddy brings more than five years of education experience to the school. Throughout his career, Eddy has worked in international schools, implementing teaching methods to suit bilingual and multilingual students. His education experience has been focused on early years school in China.
Eddy graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno, with a Bachelor of Science. He holds TEFL certification, granting him experience in teaching English as a foreign language in any non-native country. Eddy’s PGCE further enrich his educational background and experience. He has dedicated his education experience in China to creating a safe, friendly, and inclusive learning environment for all of his students.
Amy Mcloughlin
Homeroom Teacher
Amy has a long-standing passion for working with children. Obtaining a BA Hons degree from the University of Newcastle, England, and a Post Graduate Certificate of Education from the University of Derby.
Amy is continuously encouraging and supporting children to be the best they can be. From her dissertation on how teachers can support children’s social, emotional and mental health in the classroom, Amy has effectively transitioned the knowledge and principals gained from her dissertation into her routine practices as a teacher. After being in education in Ireland, Amy came to China 6 years ago and is excited to join ISA Tianhe.
Christopher Grewcock
Homeroom Teacher
As an Early Years homeroom teacher, Chris brings 14 years of teaching in China. He has spent most of his teaching in Early years and Primary education. Chris brings a lot of energy and enthusiasm to lessons, creating a fun but structured learning experience to his students. He has a strong understanding of phonics in Early Years which is reflected in the students learning and understanding shown throughout the year. Chris forms strong, lasting relationships with the students as well parents, making everyone a part of the ISA Tianhe family.
Chris received a bachelor’s degree of Arts in the UK and has teaching certification for Early years. Throughout his time teaching, Chris has become a well-rounded teacher with knowledge and understanding of the students’ needs and understanding.
Gracie-Lin Mulchrone
Homeroom Teacher
As a homeroom teacher in the Early Years, Gracie forms a warm, nurturing and fun atmosphere for students to learn. She creates a strong, lasting relationship with students and parents.
Gracie graduated from the university of Crown with a BA in English literature and language and a PGCE from University of Essex.
Throughout her career in education, she has worked to become a strong, innovative practitioner. With a history of working in international education for the last 5 years, Gracie enjoys assessing, observing and facilitating the needs for children to learn with tools they enjoy.
Richard Mapp
Homeroom Teacher
As an Early Years homeroom teacher, Richard brings 6 years of international teaching experience to ISA. He was the EY3 homeroom teacher in 2021 and has spent most of his teaching career in early years. He has taught in ISA Tianhe, bringing creative and tangible experiences to explore different learning environments. Whether this is inside a classroom, using artistic equipment or outdoor learning challenges, there are always different learning opportunities using playful pedagogy. He has a strong passion for teaching phonetics and unlocking the abilities of reading for his students. His personal belief is that reading can open many doors in life and education.
Richard Graduated from Sheffield Hallam with a BA hons and attained a Postgraduate certificate of education from Leeds Beckett university. He has received the making PYP happen IB certificate and continues to achieve further milestones. Richard brings a respectful, friendly and creative environment for students to develop their learner profiles and to further their learning journeys.
Hilary Davis
Homeroom Teacher
Life Science Coordinator
Hilary Davis is a well-qualified and experienced. Hilary joined ISA Tianhe in 2017. She has taught in South Africa for 22 years, as well as in China. Hilary has a bachelor's degree in Geography and PE, a postgraduate in Education, and an honours degree in Education. Hilary is passionate about teaching Early Years and she enjoy the challenges of that age group, especially of getting the children to learn to read and write in English.
Hilary’s passion lies in Environmental and Outdoor Education. She set up the school garden at ISA Tianhe, which was a very successful addition to the Early Years department and was greatly enjoyed by children and parents alike. Hilary has a positive energy and the vibrancy that she brings to her classroom and indeed to school life. She has been teaching at ISA for six years now and is a dedicated, reliable member of our member.
Moises Marin
Homeroom Teacher
Moises graduated from Carleton University with a B.A in Psychology in 2011. He holds IB teacher certification and a PGCE from the UK. Moises has 9 years’ teaching experience with student aged from 4 to 11. Moises aims to motivate and direct students to maximise their performance by creating an encouraging, positive and energetic environment in the classroom. With the intent to allow the students to feel comfortable and safe while expressing themselves as they learn.
Moises has had many opportunities to travel and experience many diverse and interesting cultures due to competing in international karate competitions and his general love for travel.
Boaz Stark
Homeroom Teacher
As an Early Years teacher, Bo brings more than 6 years of experience ranging from early years to primary and holds several IB teaching certificates.
Prior to settling in Guangzhou, Bo received his Bachelor's degree from Portland State University and a postgraduate diploma in Elementary Education from The University of West Florida. Working at ISA Tianhe will be a great honour, and he is eager to bring his energy, experience and educational background to the team.
Judith Sanderson
Homeroom Teacher
Jude graduated from the University of London with a degree in Education. She has a passion for education and over 36 years' diverse teaching experience in England, the Middle East and China.
It is her eighth year since she has joined ISA Tianhe. As an IB teacher, she was the Head of Photography and Acting, Head of Design and Visual Arts Departments in many schools, she shows her passion to teaching, mentoring colleagues, and coaching teacher in literary teaching.
Bjorn Diedricks
Homeroom Teacher
Bjorn has over 4 years of experience in teaching and completed his teaching qualification in Canadian International Education Organization- CIEO. He is an experienced and qualified English Language teacher.
He thinks children have curious minds and he likes to harness that curiosity by encouraging them to ask questions because every question is worth asking. Questions need answers and that allows students to explore their skills and come up with independent solutions. He focuses on each student individually to assist them in their learning journey. He finds that this allows every student to fully understand each lesson, excel and bridge any gaps in their learning. Every student is different therefore creating mutually respectful relationships in a healthy class environment is important.
Tristan Davis
Homeroom Teacher
Tristan moved to Guangzhou after graduating and has been teaching in Primary schools around Guangzhou for the past 6 years, with the past 4 years being in an IB PYP setting. He is familiar with the ISA Tianhe family, having worked in their Summer School programme for the past 3 years as a homeroom teacher.
Tristan graduated from the University of Stellenbosch with a Bachelor of Commerce and a post graduate diploma in Pre & Primary teaching. He always works towards having a positive classroom environment that encourages collaboration and builds friendships to ensure that everyone is enjoying their journey of being a lifelong learner.
Elliott Barr
Homeroom Teacher
Elliott has been living and working in Guangzhou for several years, specializing in early years and primary teaching in the IB programme. Following graduation from Loughborough University, Elliott has devoted himself to teaching and learning. He has completed a Postgraduate Certificate of Education, IB Professional Development courses and is fluent in Chinese.
As a respected educator, Elliott has also shared in discussions on Curriculum Modernization in China during the 2022 International Education Development Forum and has led workshops for parents and teachers on Positive Behavioural Management. He believes firmly that a teacher's responsibility is, above all else, to develop students' ability to learn and ignite students' passion for learning.
Nasreen Kamaar
Homeroom Teacher
Nasreen has over 4 years of experience in teaching and completed her teaching qualification in Canadian International Education Organization- CIEO. She is an experienced and qualified English Language teacher.
She specialises in Early Years and loves broadening the horizons of students, helping students become independent thinkers who can recognise their talents and use it to create a better world. Early Years students are full of energy and ready to learn, they make teaching fun. They are also at an age where emotion and personality is a crucial part of their development which brings joy to her heart and seeing students grow mentally and emotionally is extremely rewarding. She appreciates the IB curriculum because it encourages students to do their best in an enjoyable manner; it is lifelong learning that goes beyond the traditional way of teaching.
Matthew Kagler
Homeroom Teacher
An experienced, creative and adaptable educator with over 20 years in the profession, working with the IB (PYP), Matthew attended the University of Washington, graduating with a BA in Early Childhood Psychology. A son of American diplomats and native of Southern California, Matthew found his home and second language in China working within the international schooling system, at several notable schools.
He looks forward to introducing his students to a “Clear Hearts, Full Minds, No Boundaries” mentality and is beyond excited to be a member of the ISA Tianhe team.
Kenneth Harvey
Homeroom Teacher
Ken received a Bachelor's Degree in Education from Central Queensland University. Ken has over 16 years of homeroom teaching experience; he taught primary year levels in Australia and International schools in Oman and China.
Ken joined ISA Tianhe in 2019, this will be his third year at ISA Tianhe, and he is a primary homeroom teacher currently. Ken has a passion for working with our learners, helping each child progress in all areas of their development—academic, social, language, and motor— a challenge that Ken accepts daily. He strives to create a community of learners that nurtures this growth in a positive, fun environment.
Tara O’mahony
Homeroom Teacher
Tara has been living and teaching in China for more than 6 years now. Prior to her teaching career in China, Tara has graduated from the University College Cork in Ireland with a degree in Social Science and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education from the University of Derby. Tara was in education in Ireland before bringing in her teaching skills to China 5 years ago, where she has been teaching young children, focusing on skills that improves critical thinking, creativity and raising awareness and understanding of the world.
With all she has achieved thus far, Tara continues aiming to teach her students in a positive, encouraging environment, focusing on independent learning. She believes that learning takes place both in the classroom and at home, leading her to work closely with parents, keeping them informed to better help their children be the best they can be.
Carly Smith
Homeroom Teacher
Carly has moved around the world most of her life where she was able to experience diverse cultures and new languages in places such as Venezuela, Saudi Arabia, Canada, and Colombia. She moved back to Colombia in 2018, which is where her teaching experience started. She has 5 years’ experience teaching in international schools.
Carly graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Major in English Language and a Minor in Family Studies and Early Childhood Education. She has a Masters from the University of Ottawa in Education, specializing in Teaching and Learning. Carly always aims to create a safe and fun learning environment for her students, while also striving for a challenging and dynamic academic atmosphere.
Tom Cannon
Homeroom Teacher
Tom has been teaching in China for over 6 years. He has worked in a variety of learning environments, including IB and Reggio Emilia schools. Tom has acquired a range of skills which he uses to create engaging lessons for students.
Having graduated from Cork Institute of Technology in 2016 with a BA Hons., Tom has gone on to receive a Postgraduate Certificate of Education from the University of Nottingham, where he is currently enrolled in the MA Educational Leadership and Management programme. Tom is also an IB-certified teacher with a passion for inquiry-based learning.
Tom Andrew
Homeroom Teacher
Tom started teaching in his native Lake District of England and he has led groups and taught in a variety of countries over the last ten years including in Europe, Africa and Asia. Tom graduated from the University of Cumbria with an honours degree in Education and a a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (International) from the University of Nottingham, holds a CELTA Certificate in teaching EAL.
From his experience of education, he uses his knowledge of experiential learning to facilitate group and individual achievements in innovative and supportive settings.
Renee Frohlick
Homeroom Teacher
Student Council Coordinator
Renee has been with ISA Tianhe for 3 years and continues with us in the role of primary homeroom teacher and our Student Council Coordinator. She brings with her international experience from 6 countries and works to continue developing our school culture through expanding activities and charitable events. With an BA (Hons) degree from Canada and a Master of Teaching degree from Australia, Renee is able to provide a unique learning environment for her students.
She is also certified in Special Education, allowing her to meet the needs of all students through differentiated learning. Renee works hard to develop action-oriented students in a vibrant and caring class community.
Oliver Borrow
Homeroom Teacher
Oliver has over 7 years of educational experience. Most recently, he worked in Primary in Kuwait and, as such, brings a wealth of international experience to the role.
Oliver graduated from Middlesex University with a BA Hons and has a Post Graduate Certificate of Education. He firmly believes in supporting his students to access their full potential through inquiry-based learning in a fun, inclusive and respectful learning environment.
Debbie Rowan
Homeroom Teacher
Language Coordinator
Debbie has over ten years of teaching experience across a range of different international schools. She graduated from the University of Stirling with a BA Hons in Professional Primary Education with a specialism in Modern Languages in 2012.
She has previously worked in Scotland, Russia, Thailand and Colombia teaching year groups across KS1 and 2 and Coordinating leadership of a range of Subjects, including Primary English Coordinator. Debbie's philosophy of education is that all children are unique and must have a stimulating educational environment where they can grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. She aims to create the type of atmosphere where students can meet their full potential, by providing a safe environment where students are invited to share their ideas and take risks.
