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WASC-accredited · Nursery to Grade 6 · Pathum Thani

Thai International SchoolPathum Thani · Thailand

Meet Our TIS Team

Meet Our TIS Team

Get to know the people who help our students learn, grow, and thrive.

Administrative Leadership

Mrs. Darin Hongchart (Kru kook) Head Thai Teacher View profile

Mrs. Darin Hongchart (Kru kook)

Head Thai Teacher

Head Thai Teacher, Thai Teacher Coordinator,School Psychology and Guidance Head Life Skills,Health Program

Grade 4-5 Homeroom Teacher; Teaching Thai Language (G2-3), Life Skills (G6), and Health Education (G4-5, G6).

Education and qualifications

  • : Master of Science (Community Psychology), Kasetsart University Bachelor of Education (Thai Language)
  • Teacher's License

Experience

Specialized training and areas of expertise

Child and Adolescent Counseling Psychologist

Languages spoken

Thai

Hobbies and interests

I enjoy drawing, creating art, and gardening.

Why I love being part of TIS

Passionate about teaching, finding joy in daily work, and striving for excellence.

Ajarn Mallika Tumwattana Chairperson At TIS since 2017

Teaching Faculty

Mr. Bradley Norris Primary Teacher View profile

Mr. Bradley Norris

Primary Teacher

English
Math
Science
Social Studies

Education and qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education
  • 120 hour TEFL

Experience

Specialized training and areas of expertise

Phonics/Reading

Languages spoken

English and Thai

Hobbies and interests

Cooking and Sports

Why I love being part of TIS

I am a passionate and dedicated educator with over 10 years of teaching experience in early years and primary education. I believe every child has unique strengths and learns best in a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where they feel valued, respected, and encouraged to take risks in their learning.

My teaching philosophy is centred on nurturing the whole child by promoting curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, and independence. I enjoy creating meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that inspire students to become confident, lifelong learners. By building strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, I strive to create a positive classroom community where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

I value collaboration, continuous professional development, and reflective practice, and I am always eager to learn new approaches that enhance student learning. My goal is to inspire children to develop a love of learning while equipping them with the skills, confidence, and resilience they need to succeed in an ever-changing world.

Mr. Daniel Campbell Kindergarten Teacher View profile

Mr. Daniel Campbell

Kindergarten Teacher

Kindergarten Homeroom Teacher

Education and qualifications

  • 7 Modules – Training Curriculum Framingham State University: Masters of Education TEFL Academy: TEFL Qualification (Distinction pass) University of Ulster & Parity Advanced Diploma in Management Practice Roanoke College, Salem, VA, United States of America Exchange Year: Diploma in Area Studies University of Ulster, Magee Campus Degree: BSc (Hons) 2:1 Human Resource Management & Marketing
  • Masters in Education, 7 Modules - Krusapha, First Aid Training Certificate, Phenomenon Based Learning

Experience

Specialized training and areas of expertise

Trained in Jolly Phonics for code-cracking, letter sounds, letter formation, blending, sounds in words and teaching sight words.
CPR trained and certified

Languages spoken

English

Hobbies and interests

Music, Travel, Celtic FC, golf

Why I love being part of TIS

During my time teaching kindergarten, I’ve developed a teaching philosophy rooted in creating a safe, engaging, and student-centered environment. I believe in inspiring students to love learning by connecting with them individually and adapting to their learning styles. My approach combines structure with flexibility, using strategies like differentiation, hands-on activities, and cooperative learning to meet diverse needs. I value strong parent partnerships and aim to exceed academic expectations while fostering confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning in every child.

Ms. Nevena Ninkovic (Nev) Kindergarten Teacher View profile

Ms. Nevena Ninkovic (Nev)

Kindergarten Teacher

About me

Early Years & Elementary - Homeroom/English Language Arts (ELA) and English as a Second Language (ESL)

Education and qualifications

  • Master’s degree in English Language and Literature, Bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) from Belgrade University, Cambridge CELTA certification

Experience

Specialized training and areas of expertise

Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) for Young Learners

Languages spoken

English, Serbian, Spanish

Hobbies and interests

Traveling, photography

Why I love being part of TIS

I believe in a whole-child approach to education, where children learn through play, exploration, and hands-on experiences. I am also the published author of the Smart Bees English curriculum series, and I enjoy creating fun learning experiences that inspire curiosity and a love of learning. Outside the classroom, I love traveling, discovering new cultures, and finding creative ways to make learning fun.

Mr. Jandre Coetzee Grade 2 Homeroom Teacher View profile

Mr. Jandre Coetzee

Grade 2 Homeroom Teacher

Grade 2 Homeroom Teacher

G2 - Math, English, Social, Science, Health and PhBL
G3 - PYP, English, Math, Social and Science
G4 - English

Education and qualifications

  • BA Tesol Masters Degree in Education
  • TEFL Certificate TESOL Certificate PYP Certificate Early Childhood Development Certificate Secret Stories Certificate

Experience

Specialized training and areas of expertise

PYP - Primary Years Program
PhBL

Languages spoken

English / Afrikaans

Hobbies and interests

Cricket, fly drone

Why I love being part of TIS

I strive to create a classroom culture where perseverance is valued, mistakes are embraced as opportunities for growth, and curiosity is celebrated. I want my students to feel safe taking risks, sharing ideas, and learning from one another. By encouraging resilience and a growth mindset, I help students recognize that success is achieved through effort, determination, and continuous learning.

Above all, I believe education is about unlocking potential. My goal is not only to help students master academic skills but also to develop confident, independent thinkers who believe in themselves and are prepared to face new challenges with courage and curiosity. If my students leave my classroom believing they are capable of achieving more than they once imagined, then I have succeeded as a teacher.

Mr. Michael Robbins Grade 6 homeroom teacher View profile

Mr. Michael Robbins

Grade 6 homeroom teacher

Grade 6 homeroom teacher

Grade 6 Homeroom English and

Education and qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree Child and Adolescent Development from San Francisco State University
  • Tesol Australia-Vietnam School of Language

Experience

Specialized training and areas of expertise

Specialize in the social and emotional development of children ages 4-14

Languages spoken

English

Teaching experience

6 year classroom instructor 27 years youth work

Hobbies and interests

Bike riding, Traveling, food, music and dogs

Specialist Staff

Ms. Waraporn Inkong (Kru Ploy) Thai Teacher View profile

Ms. Waraporn Inkong (Kru Ploy)

Thai Teacher

Thai Teacher
Subject: Thai Language, Culture and History

Education and qualifications

  • Degree : Bachelor of Education Major : Early Childhood Education Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi
  • Bachelor of Early Childhood Education

Experience

Specialized training and areas of expertise

Ethics in Professional Learning Community: E-PLC),
Playing and Story Listening: Tools for Enhancing Development and Happiness in Early Childhood Education,
Brain-based Learning Thailand Center: 1 Day Fun with English,
Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Support Thai Language Teaching and Learning

Languages spoken

Thai
English

Hobbies and interests

Movies, Music, Cats, Dog

Why I love being part of TIS

Kindergarten is a time to spark joy in learning. I strive to nurture each child with care, patience, and playful learning experiences that build a strong foundation for life.