Specialist Teachers

Ms Normala holds a Bachelor of Business Administration, majoring in Hospitality and Recreation Management. Kind and soft-spoken, she exhibits great care to detail in the daily operations that keep this school up and running. A quote she lives by, and which she hopes to pass on to her students: “Life is the most difficult exam. Many people fail because they try to copy others, not realising that everyone has a different question paper.”

Ms Jaya holds a BA in English Literature from University of Malaya, a Diploma in Education in Teaching ESL, and a Master of Education from University of Manchester. A teacher since 1977, she believes that if a student takes the trouble to come to school, then it is the teacher's responsibility to teach with intention. Something she wants her students to know is this: "Age is just a number. You are never too young to start learning; you are never too old to stop. Do not be too much in a hurry to grow up. Step out of your gizmos and smell the roses."

Ms Chin holds a Master of Science in Food Biotechnology from the University of Strathclyde, UK and has been teaching since 1994. She is famed for her highly effective teaching method refined over many years. A dedicated and caring teacher, she wishes for her students to develop good and godly values, which though not required in class, are important outside of academics.

Mr Peter is an experienced Accounting teacher having taught this subject for the past 12 years. He was an accountant for many years, but a higher calling led him to make teaching his new vocation. Mr Peter’s passion for teaching is continually fuelled by the joy of seeing his students grow in understanding of the subject. He says: ‘The joy in seeing a student achieve A* in Accounting is something money cannot buy.’

Ms May holds a Bachelor of Arts (Geography) degree and a Diploma in Education in Teaching ESL from Universiti Malaya. Her love of the English language was inspired by her Sixth Form Literature teacher and she aims to pass it on to her students. She taught English fresh out of university and has never looked back. Her teaching experience in national and international schools and colleges has helped her grow as a more effective teacher. She holds on to the philosophy that every child, regardless of whether they are smart, timid, bored or even rebellious, has the raw material within them to work on, and what is needed is for a teacher who cares enough to draw it out of them. Ms May aspires to be such a teacher.

Mr Goh holds a Bachelor in Chinese Literature from the National Kaohsiung Normal University in Taiwan. He believes that a teacher must play a role to shape students through setting a good example, teaching knowledge and skill, and encouraging students to explore the unknown world. He also sees the importance of planting the seed of virtue into their hearts and cultivating a positive attitude towards learning and life through his job as an educator.

Ms Haryani has a Diploma in Early Childhood Education from SEGI University. She is a firm but fun-loving teacher who has been teaching since 2009. She believes that successful educators are those who can confidently and creatively sell their ideas to students and connect with their minds that constantly challenge, though with appropriate rule enforcement. Her lessons reflect her emphasis on holistic education, hands-on activities, creative expression of student voices, and opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.

Ms Shahira holds a Master of Criminal Justice from the University of Malaya. A firm believer in the power of language and critical thinking she found her passion for teaching English seven years ago, and she has never looked back since. She has been teaching English and Malay also at various institutions since 2015. Her favourite advise to her students who are analysing a text is “read between the line”.

Ms Lee graduated with a Bachelor of Mathematics from Universiti Malaya. Over her 18 years of teaching Mathematics, she has come to understand that students come with different levels of proficiency in Mathematics. This realisation has motivated her to use a variety of teaching techniques together with the right morale support so that no student is left out. After so many years of teaching, she is still very determined to give her best in educating students. She would motivate her students with this saying: ‘Don’t give up because the sun will always shine tomorrow.’

Ms. Phoebe is a recent Medical Biotechnology graduate and full scholarship holder from Sunway University. Her biggest inspirations are the teachers she had growing up – the hardworking men and women who taught her the values of having integrity and being kind, curious and tenacious.

Though new to teaching, Ms. Phoebe is eager to keep learning and prioritises helping students develop self-discipline, empathy and a curiosity for the world around them. She is inspired and encouraged by the quote, "Act as if what you do makes a difference because it does."

Mr. Adrian Tan holds a Bachelor's Degree in Education, majoring in Guidance and Counselling. He has been teaching Mathematics for 7 years, covering various syllabus from primary up to tertiary level (college). He has a deep love for Mathematics as a subject and strives to help students understand and foster a deeper appreciation for the subject within and beyond the classroom. A quote that he keeps close to his heart and hopes to impart to his students is:

"Everyone can learn. All it takes is a pen, a paper and, most importantly, the desire to become a better person each and every day."

Ms Lee graduated with a Bachelor of Mathematics from Universiti Malaya. Over her 18 years of teaching Mathematics, she has come to understand that students come with different levels of proficiency in Mathematics. This realisation has motivated her to use a variety of teaching techniques together with the right morale support so that no student is left out. After so many years of teaching, she is still very determined to give her best in educating students. She would motivate her students with this saying: ‘Don’t give up because the sun will always shine tomorrow.’

Ms Haryani has a Diploma in Early Childhood Education from SEGI University. She is a firm but fun-loving teacher who has been teaching since 2009. She believes that successful educators are those who can confidently and creatively sell their ideas to students and connect with their minds that constantly challenge, though with appropriate rule enforcement. Her lessons reflect her emphasis on holistic education, hands-on activities, creative expression of student voices, and opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.