Bryce Woodiwiss

Nationality: South African

Year starting at Clifford: 2022

Position: Grade 1 Teacher

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree, TEFL

Teaching Experiences: Taught in South Africa and China to a wide range of students and age groups.

"I love facilitating fun, engaging and communicative classes. I believe strongly in learning by doing and love to see students doing things that inspire them to grow. I look forward to seeing my students grow into competent English speakers during their time at Clifford."

Megan Nielsen

Nationality: American

Year starting at Clifford: 2017

Position: Grade 1 English Teacher

Qualifications: Masters of Arts in Teaching

Teaching Experiences: USA & Clifford's International Kindergarten

"I love watching students learn new things and gain confidence. It is so fun to watch them learn and grow each day!"

Natalie Rowlands

Nationality: British

Year starting at Clifford: 2021

Position: Grade 1 English teacher

Qualifications: Bachelor of Business Administration;

Teaching Experiences: Two years teaching in China

“Being able to pass on knowledge and seeing children grow and learn is one of the most enjoyable and fulfilling achievements I have experienced. I am looking forward to guiding these future leaders and watching them grow in confidence as they develop                                                                                          their understanding and use of English.”  

Jenna Hancock

Nationality: American

Year starting at Clifford: 2020

Position: Grade 1 Teacher

Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts, Masters in International Studies, TEFL

Teaching Experiences: 13 years teaching in China, Japan, and Malaysia

"Seeing young learners develop into mature, confident, and happy             students is always something I strive for. I look forward to watching                                                                them grown here at Clifford Bilingual and hope to encourage them to                                                              be kind and proactive members of society."

Iain Terhoch

Nationality: Canadian

Year starting at Clifford: 2010

Position:  Grade 1 English teacher

Qualifications: Bachelor of Education; Bachelor of Fine Arts. 

Teaching Experiences: Taught in Canada and at Clifford Bilingual Kindergarten.

“Learning is important for children. By learning to read, write, and speak students will develop their communication skills. Learning to read, write, and speak develops language skills and children’s enjoyment and helps them to prepare and become ready to learn. Eventually a student will progress and develop from learning to read, write, and speak and begin to read, write, and speak to learn.”

Nestor Daniel Martinez

Nationality:  American

Year starting at Clifford: 2022

Grade level:  Grade 2 English teacher

Qualifications: Bachelor of Communications & Digital Media. TEFL Certificate.

Teaching Experiences: TA in US, Middle school teacher at Maple Leaf International School Tianjin, and private tutor.

“What I love about Clifford Bilingual is that this is the time the students have the opportunity to become role models for younger students. It’s a sensitive time in the child’s life and it brings me great pleasure to teach, improve, and partake during this time of a student’s growth.”  

Ryan Mountain

Nationality: British

Year starting at Clifford: 2021

Position: Grade 2 English teacher

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in history and politics; TEFL.  

Teaching Experiences: Taught in England and China.

 “I am really looking forward to teaching at Clifford school! I believe that we will have a great year learning and growing together. Teaching should be about having fun too! It’s entirely possible!”

Allan Dunbar

Nationality:  British

Year starting at Clifford:  2022

Position:  Grade 2 English Teacher

Qualifications: B.A. (Hons) Business Information Technology (with Economics). TEFL  

Teaching Experiences:  I have taught in HK and the Mainland for 15 years

“I truly believe that students’ success begins with making them comfortable in the classroom and that learning should be fun! I encourage students to share their questions and opinions in an unbiased and open environment.”

Heinrich Rohde

Nationality: South African

Year starting at Clifford: 2022

Position:  Grade 2 English teacher.

Qualifications: Bachelor of Education 

Teaching Experiences:  I have taught in South Africa and in China.

“It is my goal turning students into lifelong learners. Teaching is my passion, so there’s no better feeling in the world than seeing my students learned something from my classes.”

James Bayern-Hindle

Nationality: British

Year starting at Clifford: 2016

Position: Grade 2 English Teacher

Qualifications: LLB & LLM Degrees in Law; PGCE+QTS; TEFL Cert

Teaching Experiences: Teaching in England; Teaching in China since 2006

“I am really excited about my two super classes this year!  I’m looking forward to developing their enthusiasm for speaking English, and helping them to become the best language-learners they can be.”

Trish Makhubele

Nationality:  South African

Year starting at Clifford: 2022

Grade level: Grade 2 English teacher

Qualifications: Bachelor of Law, TEFL

Past Experiences: Taught in China

“For me, the ideal classroom environment is student-centered. I always ensure that my lessons involve multiple learning styles so that students learn through their preferred learning style. I am excited to be part of the Clifford Team”

Marit Turner

Nationality: American

Year starting at Clifford: 2019

Position: Grade 3 English Teacher

Qualifications:Bachelor of Arts TEFL

Teaching Experiences: 11 years teaching in Korea and China

 “I am looking forward to my time at Clifford. It's always nice to see students having fun while learning as well as seeing their educational growth.”

John Stolk

Nationality: South African

Year starting at Clifford: 2022

Position:  Grade 3 English teacher

Qualifications: Bachelor of Education, TEFL

Teaching Experiences: Taught in South Africa and China

“I love teaching. It’s a job that lasts forever. Whatever I teach children today travels with them far in the future.”

Brian McNeill

Nationality: British

Year starting at Clifford: 2020

Position: Grade 3 English teacher

Qualifications: Degree in Podiatry, TELF(International)

Teaching Experiences: 15 years experience teaching in China "This is my first year at Clifford. With my years of experience, I hope to share my knowledge with the students and also give them an understanding of western culture."

Shawn Hare

Nationality:  American

Year starting at Clifford:  2022

Position:  Grade 3 English teacher

Qualifications:  Bachelor of Science, TEFL, Cert TESOL

Teaching Experiences:  Have been teaching in China for 6 years. 

“I believe the best way to make children enjoy learning is through fun and engaging activities that provide them with a sense of adventure and accomplishment. “ 

Drew Wachter

Nationality: American

Year starting at Clifford: 2019

Position: Grade 3 English Teacher

Qualifications: B.A. Psychology TEFL-C Certification

Teaching Experiences: Over 8 years teaching in China

"The best part of my job is seeing the smile on a students face when they know that they have done a good job and have learned something new, used it independently, and had fun doing it. My goal is to see this                                                           type of smile every day.

Tim Little

Nationality: American

Year starting at Clifford: 2006

Position: Grade 4 English Teacher

Qualifications: Bachelor of Education & Masters in Education

Teaching Experiences: TESOL in China

 "It is a pleasure to help the children build and maintain an interest in learning English, which will benefit them throughout their lives. I also encourage them to protect the Earth for future generations.” 

Frank Swain

Nationality: American

Year starting at Clifford: 2020

Position: Grade 4 English Teacher

Qualifications: Bachelor of Psychology, CELTA certification, TEFL certification

Teaching Experiences: Taught in China (Shanghai, Tianjin, Guangzhou), Malaysia, and Japan

I'm am eager to get know the 4^th grade students and help them to express their dreams and goals in English. Let's have a magical year."

Rebecca Hagon

Nationality: British

Year starting at Clifford: 2017

Position: Grade 4 English Teacher 

Qualifications: BA Honors in Education, Diploma in Primary Education, CELTA

Teaching Experiences:  8 yrs  in Japan, Nepal & New Zealand

“I enjoy watching students increasing their confidence and language skills and making great progress. It’s a great pleasure to be part of the Clifford staff, working together to make this school a great place to be."

Nathan Overmann

Nationality: American

Year starting at Clifford: 2015

Position: Grade 4 English Teacher 

Qualifications: Masters in Education Technology, Certificate in Online Teaching and Learning, and TESOL Certification

Teaching Experiences: I have taught 5 years in Thailand

“I enjoy having the opportunity to teach at a school that cares about their students and offers a great educational program that motivates its                                                                  students to learn English.”

Trudy DeMercado

Nationality: Jamaican/British

Year starting at Clifford: 2021

Position: Grade 4 English teacher

Qualifications: Bachelors of Science (Chemistry), TEFL

Teaching Experiences: 3 years teaching ESL in China

 “I am passionate about the growth of the future generation and as such, I get immense pleasure seeing the progress made by my students mastering and honing English as a second language. It is truly a satisfying feeling.”

Maria Martensson

Nationality: American

Year starting at Clifford : 2015

Position: Grade 5 English Teacher

Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies, Teaching Certificate for all subjects EC to Year 8

Teaching Experiences: One year in Kuwait & two years in USA

“I enjoy teaching and exploring books with students and seeing them grow as individuals and in their capabilities in English.”

Jemma Hutchins

Nationality: British

Year starting at Clifford: 2021

Position: Grade 5 English Teacher

Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts in History, Master of Arts in TEFL

 Teaching Experiences: Taught in China for 13 years.

“I am looking forward to meeting all the students getting to know their different personalities and watching them grow.”

Sergio G. Valdez, Jr

Nationality:  American

Year starting at Clifford: 2022

Position: Grade 5 English teacher

Qualifications: Master of Education;  TESOL

Teaching Experiences:  Taught in the United States and China.

I really enjoy sharing the classroom with instructing the students and witnessing their progress in English language acquisition.  Clifford Bilingual provides a great learning environment for students to prepare for the highly competitive professional world and it’s an honor to be a                                                             part of their academic progression.   

Rob Ward

Nationality: American

Year starting at Clifford: 2020

Position: Grade 5 English Teacher

Qualifications: Bachelor of Education, TESOL

Teaching Experiences:
I taught middle and high school in the US for 4 years. 3 years teaching in Guangzhou, China.

"I am excited to join Clifford school. I love working with kids and am looking forward to teaching 5^th grade. "

Antasha René

Nationality: American

Year starting at Clifford: 2021

Position: Grade 5 

Qualifications:  Bachelor of Arts and TEFL-C  

Teaching Experiences: I have taught in the USA and China                  “I am ready to lead our 5th graders on an exciting learning adventure!”

Kay Jarvis

Nationality: American

Year starting at Clifford: 2010

Position: Grade 6 English Teacher

Qualifications:Bachelor of Education and Human Sciences

Teaching Experiences: 5 years teaching in the United States

“I am excited to be teaching at Clifford Bilingual! I aspire to  not only help my student grow in their learning but also have fun with it, too!"

Adam Huffey

Nationality: British

Year starting at Clifford: 2018

Position: Grade 6 English Teacher

Qualifications: Bachelor of Social Science, Post-graduate Certificate of Education (U.K.)

Teaching Experiences: Taught in all levels in Thailand & China 

 “I have spent most of my adult life teaching English to Asian learners, and I am looking forward to contributing towards the betterment of the                                                            Clifford school environment and especially, my Grade 4 students.”

Thomas Reynolds

Nationality: American

Year starting at Clifford: 2017

Position: Grade 6 English Teacher

Qualifications: Masters in Education

Teaching Experiences: Throughout Asia, including Korea, Thailand and China

"Teaching is a long time passion of mine. Throughout my many years of teaching I have enjoyed watching my students grow into strong and                                                                independent learners. My teaching involves having students problem                                                              solve and develop into lifelong learners."

Ryan Otto

Nationality: South African

Year starting at Clifford: 2020

Position: Grade 6 English Teacher

Qualifications:Bachelor of Arts; Post Graduate Certificate in Education; Post Graduate Diploma in Business and Marketing; TEFL

Teaching Experiences: Three years teaching in Guangzhou

“My goal is to ensure the students work environment is stimulating, rewarding and interesting and to promote students to actively participate and have fun while learning.”

Fahad Shaikh

Nationality: British

Year starting at Clifford: 2020

 Position: Grade 6

 Qualifications: Bachelor of Science

 Teaching Experiences: Five years teaching in China.

“I'm looking forward to a wonderful year at Clifford Bilingual. I am excited to see students progress and improvements as well as wanting to share and grow with my students. I'm ecstatic to see what the future will bring!”