Elaine was born and educated in the UK, and has been in the teaching profession for over 20 years in London, Israel and Hong Kong. She gained her undergraduate degree in Theology, from Birmingham University, UK, and her MA is in Philosophy of Education, from the Institute of Education, London. Elaine attained her NPQH (National Professional Qualification in Headship) in November 2017.

Elaine served as Deputy Headteacher of the Jewish Community Secondary School a large Jewish Secondary School in London for 8 years. It was during her role there that she was awarded the National PAJES Jewish School Awards for Deputy Headteachers, which she won for her role in setting up the school. She started her formal teaching career at Immanuel College London, where she was responsible for creating the Social Action programme in the school and launching the Yoni Jesner Award Scheme – a programme encouraging children around the country to volunteer.

She is committed to child centred education and is inspired by the work of Carol Dweck: and her theories of the Growth Mindset. Elaine was an active member of the Senior Faith Leadership Programme run through Cambridge University, and is committed to Interfaith work. Elaine is in Singapore with her husband and two children, who are happy to be studying at SMMIS.

Simcha has been in the education profession for over 20 years. It is through her undeniable passion for Jewish Education that she founded and established the Ganenu Learning center, the first Jewish preschool in Singapore and served as its principal from 1996 for over 10 years when it then became the Sir Manasseh Meyer International school in 2009. Simcha has also served as the principal of the Sunday Hebrew School for many years and is involved in all aspects of the Jewish community. Simcha holds a DEC in education from Marie Victorin, a Diploma of teacher training from Chaya Mushka Seminary both in Montreal Canada, and an Advance Career Award Diploma in Business Management from The Singapore institute of Commerce and the Cambridge local syndicate. Simcha and her husband Rabbi Mordechai Abergel have been serving as the Chabad Shluchim and Rabbi and Rebbetzin of the Jewish Singapore community for the past 24 years, they have 6 children, 2 who are current students at SMMIS while the others each had the chance to experience SMMIS before moving on to various international schools around the globe.

Ali was born and educated in the UK. She has been in the teaching profession for over 10 years in London, and prior to that has experience teaching in both Thailand and South Korea. She gained her undergraduate degree in English Studies from the University of Southampton, UK, and her Post Graduate Certificate of Education in English, Secondary Education, from Middlesex University, London. Ali has spent her career working in high achieving secondary schools in North London. Her last position, at JCoSS – a large Jewish secondary school – was as Head of English where under her leadership, the faculty achieved results placing them in the top 10% of schools nationally for student progress. She was also an English Subject Adviser for a large cluster of North London Secondary schools, advising other leaders of English on best practice. Ali is in Singapore with her husband, who is also a teacher, and two children, the youngest of whom is happy to be learning at SMMIS.

Eugene was born and raised in Singapore. He has 24 years of experience as an Elementary School educator and holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Primary Education from the National Institute of Education, Singapore. He has worked in various small and large international schools in Singapore and China and has held a number of leadership roles. Eugene has been an active school consultant and teacher trainer in the Asia Pacific region for over 15 years representing the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Fieldwork Education. He speaks fluent English, Mandarin and Cantonese and has worked with schools and teachers in Australia, Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Timor Leste and Thailand. He is passionate about developing future-ready, globally competent, internationally-minded, culturally-sensitive, environmentally-conscious, self-aware and active global citizens who can positively impact the world we live in.

Eugene was born and raised in Singapore. He has 24 years of experience as an Elementary School educator and holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Primary Education from the National Institute of Education, Singapore. He has worked in various small and large international schools in Singapore and China and has held a number of leadership roles. Eugene has been an active school consultant and teacher trainer in the Asia Pacific region for over 15 years representing the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Fieldwork Education. He speaks fluent English, Mandarin and Cantonese and has worked with schools and teachers in Australia, Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Timor Leste and Thailand. He is passionate about developing future-ready, globally competent, internationally-minded, culturally-sensitive, environmentally-conscious, self-aware and active global citizens who can positively impact the world we live in.

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Nithya was born and educated in Singapore. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood from The University of Southern Queensland, Australia and has earned her Master’s Degree in Education from Murdoch University, Australia. Nithya has been in early childhood education for the past 11 and a half years and embraces opportunities for children to be successful learners.Nithya is a positive advocate for unrushed and undirected opportunities for play.

She believes that children learn best in an environment where they can experiment, enjoy and find out things for themselves. Thus, she is mindful of the classroom environment and strives to create an environment that inspires curiosity and wonder. She considers every child as a unique being who develops at their own pace and in their own way. She is very patient, builds meaningful relationships with children and strives to ensure every child’s learning needs are met. Nithya enjoys volunteering in social service organisations. She has a passion for music and believes in the use of musical elements to promote social and emotional well-being of individuals.

Navvab was born and raised in the Philippines, and has over 20 years in the teaching profession with experience in both Pre-School and Primary School. Navvab holds a degree in BS Chemistry from Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan, Philippines and a teaching diploma from St. Nicholas’ Teaching Centre for the Montessori Method of Education, UK.

She is also a Certified Academic Language Practitioner with the Academic Language Therapy Association, US. She firmly believes in the power that education has in bringing out the nobility and latent potential in each child.

Navvab has dedicated over 25 years serving as a Baha’i children’s class teacher in several countries including the Philippines, Myanmar, Cambodia and Singapore. Navvab is married and has two teenage children.

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Born in Australia, Emily grew up in Singapore. After graduating with a Bachelor of International Studies Degree and a Post Graduate Diploma in Education, Emily began her career in education. She has a wealth of experience, having worked in International Schools in Singapore for over 10 years. Emily believes in promoting a student-centred, enquiry based and supportive learning environment where everyone feels comfortable to ask questions and learn from their mistakes. Emily lives in Singapore with her husband and 3 children. 

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Jasmine was born and educated in Singapore. She holds an Honours degree from the University of London, majoring in Mathematics and Economics. She is an experienced educator, having taught at both Primary and Secondary levels in Singapore. As an educator, Jasmine is passionate about developing young minds and nurturing students, especially while teaching subjects such as Literacy. She believes in the value of nurturing a love of learning while developing confidence and self-belief within her students, by providing a creative and inspiring learning environment. Jasmine is completing her MA at Charles Stuart University, Australia. When she is not in school developing young minds, Jasmine enjoys hiking and discovering different places. She is also a huge fan of Marvel superheroes.

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With a Bachelor of Education (Primary Education) degree earned with First Class Honours, Lai Bing has demonstrated exceptional academic achievements and a deep passion for teaching. She also earned a Teaching Certificate from the renowned London Teacher Training College. Beyond her strong foundational training, Lai Bing has also earned the prestigious Google Certified Educator credential. This designation recognises her expertise in leveraging educational tools and applications to enhance student engagement, collaboration and content mastery. Lai Bing is pursuing a Master’s in Special and Inclusive Education at the University of Newcastle’s Singapore campus. This advanced training empowers her to create even more dynamic, equitable and supportive learning environments for her students.

Lai Bing has been a dedicated teacher in Japan, Singapore and China for the past 7 years.

Lai Bing's dedication to her students is unwavering. She sets high standards in preparing all her lessons, presenting them with creative diligence to ensure students master the knowledge being transmitted. Her caring and gentle nature is evident in her patience in attending to students’ challenging needs, often giving them extra support and remedial during her free time. Her passion for teaching and dedication to her students is evident in her innovative teaching methods and the outstanding results of her students. She has demonstrated exemplary responsibility, a high degree of punctuality in completing all tasks assigned to her, and a tremendous capacity for hard work. Also, Lai Bing received the Sony Creative Science Award for Creative Mentorship from Science Centre Singapore for two years. She also gained social responsibility by actively volunteering for the Community Service Initiative.

Melissa Bennett, originating from South Africa, attained a master’s degree in fine arts from the University of the Witwatersrand. Her journey into education was sparked by a profound passion for the arts, where she was inspired to obtain qualifications in the field. With a diverse range of experiences across settings in South Africa, Mexico, and the Cayman Islands, Melissa consistently exhibits unwavering dedication to her students and colleagues. Currently in her eighth year as a teacher, she remains deeply committed to nurturing young minds and actively engaging with the community. Melissa's innate creativity infuses her classroom, fostering a love for learning and encouraging individual expression among her students. Beyond teaching, Melissa finds joy in exploring art galleries, immersing herself in the outdoors, and capturing moments through photography.

Rowan was born in the United Kingdom and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical

Science before undertaking a Master’s Degree in Medical science. She spent 15 years working in healthcare as a medical scientist before moving to Singapore with her family in 2015. It was here that she grabbed the opportunity to follow her passions and retrain as a teacher, taking a Masters of Education, specialising in Primary School, with Monash University. Rowan believes strongly in nurturing curiosity in young learners and has a passion for helping students develop their ‘critical eye’ while exploring new ideas.

Her interest in positive behaviour support shows itself in her classroom environment where positive language and laughter shine through. By building strong relationships with her students and building their trust, they feel safe to take risks and make mistakes, supporting them on their journey as learners. In her spare time Rowan is busy at home with her two children playing, baking, cycling, swimming and crafting anything and everything out of cardboard.

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Dominic was born in Birmingham but raised in North London, United Kingdom. Dominic was inspired to become a teacher by his sister, who is also a teacher, and learnt from an early age that felt he could give back to society through the profession. At the University of Plymouth, he received a Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education specialising in Mathematics.

Dominic has a wealth of experience in teaching in different environments, having taught for ten years in London and also in Chile. His expertise lie in mathematics, reading and writing where he loves to inspire children to become writers in their own right. He believes in pro-social behaviour techniques, teaching children to not only be great people in school but also in their wider lives. He aspires to build a classroom based on respect, kindness and resilience, where mistakes are seen as a strength that we can all learn from.

Dominic has a wide variety of interests. He is an avid football fan, but also enjoying a variety of differing sports such as: tennis, cricket and badminton. He plays the Classical Spanish Guitar to a grade 6 level and also loves to speak Spanish with his friends.

Preeti was born in India and has been living in Singapore for 15 years. She earned a Masters in Science (Zoology- Animal Physiology) from University of Mumbai, India. Inspired by her mother who was a dedicated and passionate educator herself, she decided to become a teacher and earned a Bachelors in Education. She is now pursuing a Masters in Education from the University of People, California. Preeti’s teaching philosophy is to make learning relatable and relevant for the children. She believes that the best way that children learn is when they apply learning to everyday life and that is what brings them joy. When children are seen, heard and valued, they thrive. In her free time, she loves to crochet, read mystery novels and enjoy family game nights with her family.

Jessica has been teaching for over thirteen years, during which she has worked and lived in Taiwan, Vietnam, Oman, and now Singapore. Originally from Ontario, Canada, Jess earned her teaching degree at the University of Ottawa, located in Canada’s capital city. She moved to Singapore in 2021.

Her teaching journey began with a desire to explore the world and experience new cultures. Over time, this mentality evolved as the transformative power of learning in different contexts fueled her commitment to becoming the best educator she can be. Jessica firmly believes that education serves as a bridge to understanding and connecting with the world. This belief prompts her to channel her enthusiasm into her teaching, aiming to inspire her students to explore and understand the world around them.

Her evolution from a traveller seeking to understand the world to an educator eager to facilitate her students’ learning reflects her belief in the transformative impact of education. She recognizes the potential a good teacher holds to inspire students on their journeys of exploration.

Jessica still loves to travel and explore new places. In her spare time, she can be found listening to music, reading, painting, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.

Kyle was born and educated in South Africa where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in English & Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Psychology from the University of the Witwatersrand. Kyle is currently completing his Master’s Degree in Primary Education through the California-based, University of the People.

Kyle has been in education for more than 8 years and has worked in South Africa, Spain, and China before moving to Singapore in 2022. Kyle is a firm believer in life-long learning and aims to help his students develop the skills required to live in an ever-changing and increasingly interconnected world. Kyle is also passionate about holistic education and believes schools are about a lot more than learning lesson content. Kyle wishes to help his students become well-rounded individuals who confidently contribute to society.

In his free time, Kyle enjoys playing and watching sport, going on hikes and discovering new places. He is also passionate about food and culture and he enjoys learning about local cuisine.

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Annie is originally from China and is living in Singapore with her husband and two children. She attained her Master of Teaching Chinese as a Second Language (Ji Nan University) and Advanced Diploma in Primary Education from China. She has more than 10 years teaching experience in both Chinese language and music in a number of International Schools across Singapore and China. She believes that “Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire."

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In the heart of Eugene’s educational philosophy is a strong emphasis on morality,integrating values into his daily interactions with students, enabling them to navigate the world with love, kindness, and respect.

A recipient of the Ministry of Education Teaching Award, Eugene commenced his career as a Chinese teacher and was recognised with the 'Caring Teacher Award' in his second year of service for his commitment to the holistic development of students. His diverse roles include Early Childhood Educator, Primary and Secondary Chinese Teacher, and School Counsellor at inclusive and international schools. Eugene has completed a restorative justice course with Simon Fraser University and awaits an award for cognitive-behavioural therapy training in an Australian Counselling Association accredited programme.

Eugene actively engages in community service, volunteering at a local self-help group and organising story clubs for young children. He co-founded a reading club forunder privileged older children, earning recognition with the 'Platinum' and' Volunteer Commendation' awards from the National Library Board and the Chinese Development Assistance Council. He has led storytelling sessions with distinguished guests, including the Prime Minister of Singapore.

Eugene holds a Master of Arts in Education (Distinction) from the University of Nottingham, Postgraduate Diplomas in Counselling Psychology and Education from the College of Allied Educators and National Institute of Education, NTU, and a Bachelor of Arts in Chinese (Second Upper Honours) from Nanyang Technological University.

Mr Junaidi, an esteemed educator with over a decade of experience in the field of teaching, has joined the faculty of Sir Manasseh Meyer International School. Not just an educator, Mr Junaidi is an accomplished musician in the local industry who has melded his love for both music and education into a harmonious career. His arrival at our school heralds an exciting time for our music department, as he brings with him an unparalleled depth of knowledge and a passionate commitment to student growth.

Beyond simply imparting music skills, Mr Junaidi strives to be an all-round music teacher. To him, music education is not just about mastering the technicalities of an instrument or perfecting a piece. It is about broadening the horizons of students, helping them build emotional intelligence, and fostering an enduring love for music that can serve as a source of joy and inspiration throughout their lives.

Now, as he embarks on his new journey at the Sir Manasseh Meyer International School, Mr Junaidi looks forward to sharing his wealth of knowledge and experience with his new students. He is eager to mould the next generation of musicians, infusing his teaching with real-world insights, and ensuring that his students receive an education that is both comprehensive and exciting.

With a combination of deep musical expertise, dynamic teaching methods, and an unyielding dedication to his students, Mr Junaidi is a welcome addition to our teaching staff. We are thrilled to have him as part of our community and are certain that his contribution will have a profound impact on the lives of many young learners at Sir Manasseh Meyer International School.

Born in Zambia and educated in the UK, Victor has a BA(Hons) in PE and Sports from the University of Greenwich, London; a Masters in Coach Education and Sports Development from the University of Bath, and a PGCE Secondary PE, from Canterbury Christ Church University in Kent. In addition, he holds several swimming teaching and coaching qualifications, including STA Level 2 Award in Aquatic Teaching – Baby and Pre-School, ASA Swimming Teacher, ASA/UKCC Level 2 Swimming Coach, and Level 3 Swim-England Senior Swimming Coach qualification.

Victor has vast experience teaching and coaching swimming/PE in various international schools in different countries (England, Singapore, and Zambia). His coaching experience includes developing swimmers that have reached elite levels and participated in competitions such as the Commonwealth Games and Fina World Championships.

Prior to his teaching career, he was a competitive swimmer himself and represented Zambia at All African Games in 1999 and was also awarded a swimming scholarship to train at Bolles School in Florida, USA, one of the best competitive swimming teams in America. Victor became the first black African to successfully swim across the English Channel in August, 2005. His teaching and coaching philosophy focuses on creating a safe, enjoyable, and challenging experience for students to grow holistically through sports.

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Pei Chia was born and educated in Singapore, she has 5 years of teaching experience as a General Education Officer in the Ministry of Education, Singapore. As an educator and practicing artist, Pei Chia is committed to fostering creativity and nurturing artistic talent in students. With her experience in the public education sector and a deep love for the arts, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of artists. 

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She obtained her Diploma in Art Education from the National Institute of Education in Singapore. She also obtained her Bachelor of Art (Honours) Fine Art from LASALLE College of the Arts, Singapore.

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Mei Hwa has a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education and has worked in multiple Pre-School settings with young children aged 18 months to 5 years old. She believes that children should be highly motivated and actively involved in their own learning with the teacher as a facilitator to provide enriching activities and an optimal environment for children to learn. As an early childhood professional, she believes that it is important to remain open-minded, be willing to learn from others and adapt to changes in order to provide the best learning experiences possible for young children.

Chanelle Ohayon-Crosby, originally from Santa Barbara, California, has lived in France and China. She holds a BA in Political Science focused on International Relations from UCLA and an MA in Communication specializing in Nonprofit and Corporate Communication from Johns Hopkins University.

As a certified Shoah storyteller through the Teach the Shoah program, she is committed to preserving history and sharing impactful narratives. Her diverse professional background spans advocacy at the American Jewish Committee (AJC), e-commerce, and communication consulting.

Chanelle is thrilled to inspire students with her love for reading and storytelling. She strongly believes in the magic of books and is eager to share that joy with the students at SMMIS. Singapore is home with her husband and two children, surrounded by their overflowing bookshelves.

Ali was born and educated in the UK. She has been in the teaching profession for over 10 years in London, and prior to that has experience teaching in both Thailand and South Korea. She gained her undergraduate degree in English Studies from the University of Southampton, UK, and her Post Graduate Certificate of Education in English, Secondary Education, from Middlesex University, London.

Ali has spent her career working in high achieving secondary schools in North London. Her last position, at JCoSS – a large Jewish secondary school – was as Head of English where under her leadership, the faculty achieved results placing them in the top 10% of schools nationally for student progress. She was also an English Subject Adviser for a large cluster of North London Secondary schools, advising other leaders of English on best practice.

Ali is in Singapore with her husband, who is also a teacher, and two children, the youngest of whom is happy to be learning at SMMIS.

Born and educated in Singapore, Angelina has been in the teaching profession for 9 years.

She obtained her Post-Graduate Diploma in Education (Chinese) from the National Institute of Education in Singapore. She also obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Chinese (Hons) with a Minor in Translation from the Nanyang Technological University in Singapore.

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Born in London, Dean obtained a degree in Psychology from the University of Birmingham before pursuing a PGCE from the London School of Jewish Studies where he specialised in Jewish Education. Dean spent two years in Jerusalem studying Talmud, Jewish Law and Philosophy.

Before joining SMMIS he spent many years teaching at a large Jewish Secondary School in London and also has experience teaching a variety of subjects as a KS2 class teacher. Dean is in Singapore with his wife and two children, who are happy at SMMIS. 

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Born and educated in Singapore Eugan has more than 10 years of experience as a Maths Teacher. He has a Postgraduate Diploma in Education from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.

Having trained in both Physical Education and Mathematics, Eugan brings a high level of energy into the classroom to engage students in the learning and application of maths knowledge in everyday life. He is constantly in search of new and engaging methods to further stretch and challenge his students critical and creative thinking. Eugan believes that through a good process of learning, any goal can be achieved.

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Janine was born in the UK, and educated there and in the USA. She has been teaching for over twenty years and before that she worked for a global banking group in the City of London. She gained her Honours Degree from the Open University, whilst working full time, and is a firm believer in Life Long Learning.

Janine began her teaching career at a selective boys’ Grammar School in the UK, where she gained Qualified Teacher Status as an English Teacher and was the school’s SENDCo. She comes to us having spent a short while as Head of English and SENDCo at an International School in Malaysia, and before that she was Assistant Head at an Independent Jewish Day School in North West London, where she was SENDCo and a Designated Safeguarding Lead as well as an English teacher.

She is married to the Principal of an International School in Malaysia and has three grown up children, one of whom is a School teacher, like her mother and grandmother before her!

Sayu was born and raised in Dubai and had a multilingual upbringing. She later moved to India and graduated with a Master of Arts in English Language and Literature from Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala.

Her second Master’s Degree was in Tourism Administration for which she secured the highest distinction from the Institute of Management Studies, Indore. In pursuit of her dream of nurturing young people, she also earned a Post Graduate Certificate in Learning, Teaching and Assessing from the University of Wales Institute, Cardiff.

With a career spanning more than 16 years in education, Sayu has worked in various roles including Senior Lecturer, Secondary School Teacher, Curriculum Designer and Senior Academic Manager. Sayu enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, when not whipping up a storm in the kitchen.

Shyla is a Singaporean, raised in India, with over 25 years of experience in Science Education between the Middle East and Singapore. Shyla graduated summa cum laude from Calicut University with her Bachelor of Science (Physics) and attained her Masters of Science, in Physics, from Cochin University of Science and Technology. In addition, she holds a Bachelor of Education from Annamalai University, India.

In her previous role in her IGCSE Physics classes, students achieved 100% passes, with over 80% of students returning with A*s (in comparison to 23.4% A*s worldwide). Shyla teaches IGCSE Coordinated Science and Lower Cambridge Science.

An ardent believer of life-long learning, she also incorporates various strategies to teach in our highly digitised environment. A committed member of our school’s staff wellbeing and charity committees, Shyla is keen to work on causes around social and environmental causes. She lives with her husband and two sons and enjoys baking, gardening  and travelling.

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Born in Zambia and educated in the UK, Victor has a BA(Hons) in PE and Sports from the University of Greenwich, London; a Masters in Coach Education and Sports Development from the University of Bath, and a PGCE Secondary PE, from Canterbury Christ Church University in Kent. In addition, he holds several swimming teaching and coaching qualifications, including STA Level 2 Award in Aquatic Teaching – Baby and Pre-School, ASA Swimming Teacher, ASA/UKCC Level 2 Swimming Coach, and Level 3 Swim-England Senior Swimming Coach qualification.

Victor has vast experience teaching and coaching swimming/PE in various international schools in different countries (England, Singapore, and Zambia). His coaching experience includes developing swimmers that have reached elite levels and participated in competitions such as the Commonwealth Games and Fina World Championships. Prior to his teaching career, he was a competitive swimmer himself and represented Zambia at All African Games in 1999 and was also awarded a swimming scholarship to train at Bolles School in Florida, USA, one of the best competitive swimming teams in America.

Victor became the first black African to successfully swim across the English Channel in August, 2005. His teaching and coaching philosophy focuses on creating a safe, enjoyable, and challenging experience for students to grow holistically through sports.

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Windclaire Sese-Mendez is an experienced History teacher and School Counsellor from the Philippines. She has a Bachelor of Secondary Education in History, units in Master of Education major in Guidance and Counselling, and currently pursuing a Master of Science in Education. For the past 16 years, she has taught Social Studies at secondary international schools in some parts of Asia. As a facilitator of learning, her goal is to provide a venue for students to express and formulate ideas and become an active part of society. She develops inclusive and inspiring hands-on lessons that help capture students' imagination and breed success. For Windclaire, her students are her children whom she nurtures so they can become the best version of themselves. She looks not just after their academic growth but their total well-being. Outside of school, Windclaire is interested in culture and heritage, visiting places, and spending quality time with her family.

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Zech has a deep passion in Art Education and has more than 20 years of Art teaching experience in various students from secondary schools, Singapore Prison and Singapore Boys Home. Zech has a degree in Social work from SUSS and a Diploma in Fine Arts from Lasalle college of the Arts.

He worked in the Singapore Prison Service as the Art curator for the Yellow Ribbon Community Arts Exhibition featuring inmates works whom he sincerely guided and taught as well as pioneering the Art programme Interest Group so that youths can develop an artistic portfolio that can be used to apply for creative courses in ITE, Polys, Lasalle and NAFA.

Zech's forte is incorporating therapeutic elements within his knowledge in Social work with Art into his art teaching methods to help inmates and art-risk youths to learn about emotional regulation, self-belief and learning about how to reframe negative thoughts into positive ones. This form of teaching will also benefit students who have special learning needs as he travels with them on their Art making journey.

Pei Chia was born and educated in Singapore, she has 5 years of teaching experience as a General Education Officer in the Ministry of Education, Singapore. As an educator and practicing artist, Pei Chia is committed to fostering creativity and nurturing artistic talent in students. With her experience in the public education sector and a deep love for the arts, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of artists. 

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She obtained her Diploma in Art Education from the National Institute of Education in Singapore. She also obtained her Bachelor of Art (Honours) Fine Art from LASALLE College of the Arts, Singapore.

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Sara is a trained contemporary pianist, organist, keyboardist and vocalist with over 15 years of teaching experience in Singapore, Norway and Malaysia. She is qualified in Master’s in Music Technology from the University of Newcastle (Australia), Postgraduate Certificate of Education (international) from Liverpool John Moores University (United Kingdom) and Bachelor of Music (Hons) in Popular Music & Music Technology from the University of Wolverhampton (United Kingdom). Sara served as the founding Head of Music, Examinations Officer and Core Professional Development and Learning Lead at the Perse School Singapore. During her role at Perse School, she received the prestigious nomination for the Cambridge dedicated teacher award 2024. Sara brings with her a wealth of experience lecturing at the UCSI University contemporary music department and music tutoring at the Oslo International Music School, Alice Smith and Nexus International School, Malaysia. She also served previously as organist and choir pianist at Metodistkirken på Grünerlokka, Oslo.

Sara is a passionate and inspiring music educator who brings a harmonious blend of passion and expertise to the classroom. With a background deeply rooted in both music performance and pedagogy, she is an advocate in cultivating a love for music in students of all ages. In Sara’s classroom, music comes alive as students journey through a diverse array of musical experiences, exploring music theory, honing instrumental and vocal skills, delving into the rich tapestry of musical history, every lesson is a learning opportunity for students to discover their unique musical voice. At her free time, you will find Sara cooking up a storm in the kitchen and exploring the beautiful nature in Singapore with her husband and two daughters.

Chanelle Ohayon-Crosby, originally from Santa Barbara, California, has lived in France and China. She holds a BA in Political Science focused on International Relations from UCLA and an MA in Communication specializing in Nonprofit and Corporate Communication from Johns Hopkins University.

As a certified Shoah storyteller through the Teach the Shoah program, she is committed to preserving history and sharing impactful narratives. Her diverse professional background spans advocacy at the American Jewish Committee (AJC), e-commerce, and communication consulting.

Chanelle is thrilled to inspire students with her love for reading and storytelling. She strongly believes in the magic of books and is eager to share that joy with the students at SMMIS. Singapore is home with her husband and two children, surrounded by their overflowing bookshelves.

Simcha has been in the education profession for over 20 years. It is through her undeniable passion for Jewish Education that she founded and established the Ganenu Learning center, the first Jewish preschool in Singapore and served as its principal from 1996 for over 10 years when it then became the Sir Manasseh Meyer International school in 2008. Simcha has also served as the principal of the Sunday Hebrew School for many years and is involved in all aspects of the Jewish community.

Simcha holds a DEC in education from Marie Victorin, a Diploma of teacher training from Chaya Mushka Seminary both in Montreal Canada, and an Advance Career Award Diploma in Business Management from The Singapore institute of Commerce and the Cambridge local syndicate.

Simcha and her husband Rabbi Mordechai Abergel have been serving as the Chabad Shluchim and Rabbi and Rebbetzin of the Jewish Singapore community for the past 24 years, they have 6 children, 1 of whom is a current student at SMMIS while the others each had the chance to experience SMMIS before moving on to various international schools around the globe.

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Born in London, Amber holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) from the UK's Department of Education. She earned a Post Graduate Diploma of Education in Religious Studies, Secondary Education, from Bath Spa University, UK. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Religion and Ethics from the University of Birmingham, UK. Throughout her career, Amber has focused on teaching religious studies to students of all age groups.

For the past two years, she has worked as a secondary Religious Studies teacher, sharing her passion for the subject and nurturing an environment of respect and tolerance in her classroom. Before that, she taught Jewish studies to Key Stage 2 pupils at a Jewish Sunday school. Amber firmly believes in the power of religious studies to promote understanding, empathy, and acceptance among individuals from diverse backgrounds. Amber has recently moved to Singapore and enjoys travelling.

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Born in London, Dean obtained a degree in Psychology from the University of Birmingham before pursuing a PGCE from the London School of Jewish Studies where he specialised in Jewish Education. Dean spent two years in Jerusalem studying Talmud, Jewish law and philosophy.

Before joining SMMIS he taught at a large Jewish Secondary School for 6 years, and also has experience teaching a variety of subjects as a KS2 class teacher in addition to teaching KS3 English. Dean is in Singapore with his wife and two children, who are happy at SMMIS. 

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Kohi was born in Israel and has been living in Singapore since 2001. Kohi holds a Bachelor of Business from Derby University in Israel. Kohi holds several certificates in Education which include Teaching and Supporting Children with Special Needs and a course on Learning disabilities. Kohi has also completed the Tal Am training programme. Kohi lives in Singapore with her husband and two children. Kohi’s passion is teaching the Hebrew language and teaching children a love for Israel.

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Marina was raised in Israel's northern region of Haifa. When she turned 18, she was recruited to the IDF as a Hebrew teacher for immigrants - that's when she discovered her passion for teaching. Marina is also passionate about health and biology, which led her to complete her bachelor's and master's degrees in nutrition and public health and supplemented it with a teaching certificate.

She later taught biology at various schools in Israel, including the prestigious Reali school in Haifa. She's been living in Singapore for the past 4 years with her husband and baby son and previously held a position as a Hebrew teacher at a known international school.

Marina likes to incorporate healthy lifestyle anecdotes in her teaching and has extensive experience teaching various age groups and levels.

Odelia was born and educated in Israel. She holds a B.E.D. and Teaching Diploma, and was trained for the Tal Am programme in Israel and in Singapore. She has taught in Israel and Singapore. She has taught students from Nursery to Grade 8, focusing on Jewish Education, Tal Am and Hebrew Studies.

Odelia and her husband, Rabbi Netanel Rivni moved to Singapore to join the Chabad Shluchim and serve the Jewish community with all the Jewish aspects and needs since 2006. Odelia’s vision is to empower the children with Jewish education through passion and love, that will remain with them in their future.

She is the Principal of Sunday School and runs two educational camps every year. Odelia lives in Singapore with her husband and five children.

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Olga has a Bachelor of Arts in Multidisciplinary Track Social Science, specialising in Education and Political Science, which included courses in Torah and Jewish Studies during her degree studies. Olga has many years teaching experience from volunteering as a Sunday School Teacher.

For 8 years Olga taught Hebrew-speaking and non Hebrew speaking children to read and write, developing individual programmes for each student at different levels.

Olga lives in Singapore with her husband and three daughters. She is very positive and patien, she loves children and all her students. 

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Tsipi graduated from Achva College in Israel and holds a B.E.D and Teaching Diploma. She is driven by her love of the Hebrew language and Jewish Heritage Studies. Tsipi has been teaching at SMMIS since 2000 in the Hebrew and Jewish education department.

Through the years she has taught classes from tiny-tots to Grade 7 and was instrumental in establishing the Tal Am programme in the school. Tsipi her husband and their four children have lived in Singapore since 1999 Tsipi is also an active member of the Jewish community and loves spending quality time with her family and friends.

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Yonit was born and educated in Israel, she holds a diploma in Architecture from Tel Aviv College. Yonit is an experienced Pre-School Educator and has been teaching children at SMMIS from Tiny Tots to Nursery over the last 7 years. Yonit and her husband moved to Singapore 20 years ago from Hong Kong. They have 6 children, three of which are currently happy studying at SMMIS.

Janine was born in the UK, and educated there and in the USA. She has been teaching for twenty years and before that she worked for a global banking group in the City of London. She gained her Honours degree from the Open University, whilst working full time, and is a firm believer in Life Long Learning. Janine began her teaching career at a selective boys’ Grammar School in the UK, where she gained Qualified Teacher Status as an English teacher and was the school’s SENDCo.

She comes to us having spent a short while as Head of English and SENDCo at an International School in Malaysia, and before that she was Assistant Head at an Independent Jewish Day School in North West London, where she was SENDCo and a Designated Safeguarding Lead as well as an English Teacher.

She is married to the Principal of an International School in Malaysia and has three grown up children, one of whom is a School teacher, like her mother and grandmother before her!

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Anu holds a Diploma in Learning Disorders Management and Child Psychology. Anu has gained vast experience working with children and young adolescence with special needs. Through her jovial personality, love for children and passion for education she cultivates and encourages a caring and conducive environment for all under her tutelage. She firmly believes that each child is to be treated as an individual as they portray unique qualities and come with infinite curiosity as well as the potential to learn and grow.

She is an advocate of collaborations with families to further support children in their holistic development. Anu spends her free time reading, cloud spotting and being a plantsman with her very own garden to show for.

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Buvanes holds a Bachelor of Counselling (SUSS) and a Diploma in Special Education (NIE). She has always aspired to work in an educational setting and found her calling as a Learning & Behavioural Support for students with special needs in a local mainstream school.

She has worked as a Special Education Teacher in a local special school. As an educator, she believes that students thrive better when exposed to a well-rounded education and that they should work towards the greater good at all times. In her free time, Buvanes enjoys cooking.

She is also continuously learning new and significant things from her child.

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Tamil holds a Diploma in Special Education from NIE. She has always been interested in teaching children, particularly those who need additional support, motivation and hand-holding. She began her teaching career as a special education teacher with a local SPED school. Having the child’s interests, as well as their learning difficulties, at the centre of planning for a lesson makes a big difference. Tamil sees every child as unique and learns from each one, becoming a better teacher along the way.

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Bilu has worked at Sir Manasseh Meyer International School for over 20 years, assisting teachers in the care and education of the students of the school. Her passion for working with children is what makes her love her role. Being passionate about what she does helps to inspire her students to get interested and excited about what they are learning. It also makes the students enjoy and look forward to coming to school.

Bilu builds caring relationships with her students to better understand their needs and give them a person they can come to when they need help or just to help them feel at ease at school.

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Jasbir was born and educated in India and moved to Singapore in 1997. Jasbir has been with SMMIS since 2008 (15 years) and has worked with various classes from Tiny Tots to grade 2. She has a passion for working with children and enjoys works closely with teachers to help each child reach their maximum potential.

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Jocelyn was born and educated in Singapore. She holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Teaching. She has more than a decade of teaching experience and enjoys working with children. She has taught in the local pre-schools and student care centres as well as International Schools in Singapore.

Teaching has always been more than just a profession for her. It is her passion, molding young minds is her great honour and she believes in integrating integrity and honesty in her daily interactions and engagements with the children under her care and guidance.

She also strongly believe that each child has their own individual unique giftings and talents and she takes great delight to see them thrive beyond their known potential. In her leisure time, Jocelyn loves savouring a great book. She also enjoys heart to heart conversations with her family and close friends over a cup of piping hot Mocha in a quiet quaint café.

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She initially worked at Kodak, Singapore until the Company moved on and then joined SMMIS as Teaching Assistant. Karen has worked at SMMIS for more than 10 years and has found the years that she has been with SMMIS to be very rewarding. Karen has worked with classes from Tiny Tots to Grade 1. She has worked closely with teachers to assist with the children’s growth in all subjects. She enjoys watching the children grow each year and move on confidently to the next grade.

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Born and educated in Singapore, Ben has been in the teaching profession for 4 years prior to teaching in SMMIS. He obtained his Bachelor of Business (Management) from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) and CELTA (Cambridge English Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) from Cambridge Assessment. He is also currently completing the Master of Teaching (MTeach) at the National Institute of Education (NIE) and is in his final semester and hopes to apply what he has learned at SMMIS.

During his career in education, Benjamin has taught students from different age groups at both the local and international Primary and Secondary levels. Working in both the local and international sector has exposed him to teaching students from diverse backgrounds and learning needs such as EAL/SEND learners.

In his free time, Ben enjoys working out at the gym as well as learning basic Japanese.

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Jonathan was born and raised in the UK and holds a Master of Education (MEd) degree with distinction from Queen’s University Belfast. He is a professional, highly motivated and dedicated CELTA certified ESAL teacher with excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. In addition to his four years spent teaching in Singapore, he has also taught in Peru and Nepal, where he worked with children and young adults from a wide range of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. He is adept at providing a nurturing, supportive and positive classroom climate that is conducive to learning and which encourages student responsibility using positive motivation, clear classroom routines, challenging instructional strategies and effective classroom management techniques.

In his free time, Jonathan swims, reads and studies Mandarin Chinese. He is inspired by the determination of our youth and strives to facilitate the growth of the upcoming generation at SMMIS!

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Sheralynn brings with her over a decade of experience in the field of marketing and communications. She has honed her expertise across diverse industries, leveraging a deep understanding of consumer behaviour and marketing trends.

Prior to SMMIS, she worked at other global and international schools. Sheralynn is excited to be on board and bring a fresh perspective with innovative ideas aimed at growing the SMMIS brand towards success.

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Elena holds an LCCI Diploma in Secretarial Administration and has over 13 years of experience working in EduTrust certified private education institutions. Elena has extensive knowledge and experience overseeing the admin and admissions process in Private Education Institutions. She was pleased to join the SMMIS team in 2020 and since this time has offered vital support to new families during the admissions process. Elena is warm and friendly and believes that a positive attitude and strong values in life can change a person.

Jennifer is a licensed Enrolled Nurse with over 27 years of experience working in hospitals, clinics, A&E departments, homes and other International schools in Singapore. She holds a practising licence from the Singapore Nursing Board.

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Joy has extensive experience in HR across a variety of industries. She studied HR Management at SHRI Academy and completed a Certificate in Employment Intermediaries (Basic) CEI at NTUC. Joy is a Certified Human Resource Manager and has been at SMMIS for the past 5 years.

Louise grew up on a tiny, beautiful island called Jersey in-between England and France. Originally training to become a teacher and working within a SEN school, she realised her passion for encouraging and supporting positive well-being and mental health. She then spent the next 5 years training to become a counsellor, whilst supporting 8 Primary Schools on the Island. Louise holds a BA (Hons) in Childhood Studies and CPCAB Level 4 Therapeutic Counselling. She loves to travel and explore new places and cultures. Louise enjoys being in the outdoors, reading, swimming in the sea, exercising and eating!

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Rachael was born and educated in the UK. She is a qualified Social Worker and has worked as an Admissions Officer at another International School prior to joining SMMIS. As the Admissions Manager, Rachael seeks to make enrolment as smooth and straightforward as possible for new families.

Rachael enjoys meeting new people and is looking forward to helping prospective families learn more about SMMIS.

Saren was born and raised in Malaysia. After graduating in Business and Information Technology, she worked in Malaysia for 3 years before relocating to Singapore in 2008. Since this time, Saren has worked as a Finance Executive for a corporate company and joined the SMMIS finance department in 2021.

She is a positive, easy-going person who works well with everyone. In her free time, she likes to meet friends, enjoys listening to music and spending quality time with family.

Stephen has provided extensive IT support in a number of companies and organizations across the fields of legal, corporate, technology and education for over 25 years. His focus over the last 15 years has been in schools, developing their frameworks, systems and technology and offering support to teachers, students, parents and administration. Stephen was born and raised in the UK but has made his life and career in Singapore.

Valentina studied Accounting and Finance at Curtin University of Technology and is a member of CPA Australia. She worked at another international school in Singapore prior to joining SMMIS.

Previously a senior auditor in one of the professional accounting firms in Singapore, Valentina has been in the accounting and audit industry for over 9 years.

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Wei San Go is the friendly face you will see at the Front Desk as you enter SMMIS. She is the PA to the Principal and performs many other tasks in the school. Wei San is an essential linchpin that connects students, parents, staff, administration together.

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Win Tun is an essential member of the Premises Team. He has a Bachelor of Science (Physics) from the University of Mawlamyine, a Diploma of Electrical Technology from ITE College and has completed the Building Construction and Supervisor Safety Course at the Armstrong Health and Safety Training Provider.

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Mr Low ensures the premises and facilities at SMMIS are well maintained and safe for the students and staff at the school. He has had many years of work experience in the South East Asia Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) and at the Regional English Language Centre (RELC). Mr Low has previously worked in manufacturing, construction, shipyard of Oil and Gas. He holds a Diploma in Maintenance & Management of Building from Ngee Ann Technical College, Graduate Diploma in Project and Facilities Management from Singapore Institute of Engineering Technologists and a Post Graduate Diploma in Facilities Management from Sheffield Hallam University.

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Ah Kiat is an essential part of the Premises Team at SMMIS.

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SMMIS has an amazing Kitchen Team that prepare a fresh, kosher lunch and snacks for students daily, under the management of Ricky Koh.

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Hazel is an integral member of our Kitchen Team that prepares fresh, kosher lunches and snacks for our staff and students everyday.

Ong is an integral member of our Kitchen Team that prepares fresh, kosher lunches and snacks for our staff and students everyday.

Oscar is an integral member of our Kitchen Team that prepares fresh, kosher lunches and snacks for our staff and students everyday.

Liew is an integral member of our Kitchen Team that prepares fresh, kosher lunches and snacks for our staff and students everyday.

SMMIS has close ties with The Other Clinic (TOC), a Therapy Centre committed to offering high quality psychological services here in Singapore. They are a friendly team of professional counsellors and psychologists supporting mental wellness across the age span. People easily communicate about their physical health but not about their mental health. At TOC, they create a safe experience where tending to your mental wellbeing is as natural as tending to your physical health. Private assessments and appointments can by made via their website.

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