With more than 22 years of experience teaching and directing theatrical productions across multiple countries, Craig carries a piece of each place and community into his work. Over time, he has built lasting relationships with countless students and hopes that when they look back on their time with Mr. Z, it’s always with a smile....
Hanh’s love for language and literature is closely tied to her curiosity about people and society. She often reads books by young authors to explore their perspectives and approaches, as their writing reflects diverse social realities and changing values. She also enjoys travelling to different cultural regions in Vietnam and abroad, experiencing local traditions and...
Over 13 years ago, Sunmi began her teaching career as a homeroom teacher at an international school, after studying Early Childhood Education and Primary Education in Canada. Working with students from diverse backgrounds helped her understand the important role education plays in shaping identity and confidence. At the same time, her love for Korean language...
Teaching for over 15 years across South Korea, Vietnam, and the United States has shaped Ama’s philosophy and deepened his understanding of how children learn best. Each context offered unique lessons. South Korea taught him the importance of structure, consistency, and maintaining high expectations. Vietnam inspired his appreciation for inquiry, creativity, and community-based learning. The...
Linh loves encouraging her students to develop their English skills. She listens carefully to their ideas and helps them organize and share those ideas with the whole class. When planning lessons, she designs activities that are accessible for different learning levels so every student can participate, feel successful, and continue to grow. Inspired to Teach...
Emily is in her 12th year of teaching music. She spent four years in Kuwait as a Middle and High School Band teacher, six years in Korea, at Dwight School Seoul, teaching IB PYP Music/Drama and Middle School Band, and is now in her second year at Dwight School Hanoi, teaching IB MYP and DP...
Emma believes that art and design are for everyone. In Lower School art and Middle Years Design, her focus is on helping each student find what excites them, whether that’s experimenting with paint, building 3D models, or solving real-world problems through design. She emphasizes the creative process and encourages students to embrace challenges, take risks,...
Corey works with English language learners in the Quest program at Dwight School Hanoi, where most students’ home language is not English, even though English is the main language of instruction. Quest supports learners across the whole school on their journey toward becoming independent, confident users of English. Many students arrive feeling nervous or uncomfortable...
Jacob Van Dyk is an experienced international educator with a strong background in both psychology and sport science. He has taught in multiple countries and brings a broad, open-minded perspective to his classroom. Teaching in international schools has given him the chance to learn from leading educators around the world, which continually shapes and strengthens...
Grace has always loved mathematics, particularly the satisfaction that comes from solving complex problems. She believes mathematics is far more accessible and valuable than many people assume. In her role as a teacher, she is committed to making maths approachable for students of all attainment levels, demonstrating its practical applications and relevance to real life....
