Staff Directory

Staff are listed in alphabetical order by first name. To find a particular staff member by Name: search by Last or First name in the keyword box and press the tner key or click on the search button. For school specific departments use the drop down list to filter by school sections and subjects.

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  Hashim KC

  MIS System Administrator

  Departments: Administration
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  Heather Marie Horvath

  Classroom Teacher

  Departments: Primary School

  
  Heather Horvath was born in Australia, lived many years in London and currently lives in Ras al Khaimah. She studied and worked in London believing that teaching the upper primary school was for her, before being hired to teach year 1 and discovering the sheer chaos of learning through play and embraced it wholeheartedly.
  She spent a few years as a year one teacher before leaving to do supply work and gain experience in other grades. She spent the last year teaching KG2 in Al Rams in a 100% Arabic speaking school.
  During this time and her time teaching in inner city London schools, she has worked with lots of children that English is a second language. Speaking and listening, games and visuals are a big part of teaching in an EAL setting and her background in performance and theatre provides her with the skills to create interesting and engaging lessons. She thinks that providing a safe space and engaging lessons allows the children to take charge of their own learning and develop their skills at a fast pace.
  She believes that children’s social and emotional well-being is an important aspect to their learning and development. She thinks that creating meaningful relationships through listening, encourages the students to feel safe and in turn provides them the opportunity to succeed. Fostering these relationships with the parents is just as important, as she believes it is a team effort that helps to create a well-rounded person, ready for the future.
  In addition to teaching, she has liaised with the edible garden coordinator to encourage outdoor learning and directed the year one Christmas play. In the UAE, she hosted an Art club for after school activities.
  Outside of school she enjoys swimming, exercising, and taking the time to read a good book. She is delighted to be a part of the Ajman academy team.
  
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  Jennifer Hewitt

  PE Teacher

  Departments: Secondary School

  Jen grew up with a passion for sport and parents who work in Education which inspired her future career goal. She completed her BA (Hons) Degree in Education Studies at Winchester University. She then went on to complete her Post Graduate Certificate in Education within Secondary PE. Jen has been teaching in a variety of schools in the South of the UK planning and delivering lessons, organising extra-curricular team events and bringing her knowledge and passion for a variety of sports to these settings. Within her experience, Jen has worked with all age ranges from 4 to 19. With a love of all sport Jen has extended her knowledge from practical to technical alongside gaining her gymnastics coaching qualification and football referring certificate. For several years Jen was a judge at the county tumbling competition. Jen was born in the South of England and has enjoyed growing up with her siblings near the coast. Jen was part of the local swimming team training in the water at 5am and conditioning on the trampolines in the evenings. Jen also enjoys team sports such as netball, football and rugby. Jen spent a year travelling around Asia and Australia and enjoyed learning about many different cultures. She has a passion to inspire the next generation to help them identify their sense of self, challenge themselves and build a sense of affiliation with their peers. She believes that through PE she can teach key life values such as fairness, teambuilding, equality, inclusion, discipline, perseverance, and respect.
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  Jenny Comia Berjay

  Learning Support Assistant

  Departments: AEN
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  Jessica Ratac

  Teaching Assistant

  Departments: Primary School, Administration

  Secondary Title: KG1HSM
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  Jocelyn Sumagang

  Teaching Assistant

  Departments: Primary School, Administration

  Secondary Title: Pre-KGCEA
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  Jocet Dial

  Teaching Assistant

  Departments: Primary School, Administration

  Secondary Title: Grade 3
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  Karima Chaouch

  Head of Arabic - Primary School

  Departments: Primary School, Arabic

  Secondary Title: Arabic Teacher
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  Kathriena Joyce

  English Coordinator, Grade 3

  Departments: Primary School

  Kathriena was born and raised on the Aran Islands in Ireland. She graduated from the National University of Ireland with a Bachelor Degree in Arts in Irish, English and Philosophy. She also graduated from Trinity College Dublin with a Post Graduate Higher Diploma in Primary Education. She has worked in the United Arab Emirates as a teacher since 2013. She has worked in Ras Al Khaimah American Academy for Girls for two years and as a Private Teacher for three years teaching in different schools throughout that time. While in Ireland she worked as a Learning Support Teacher and a Resource teacher teaching children with Special Education Needs and Learning Disabilities.
  Kathriena places a great deal of emphasis on the holistic approach to learning. She strives to create a safe and secure environment where children gain confidence personally and emotionally and learn to express what they know as well as their needs and what they would like to learn. She believes that if a child feels secure and confident, this can translate into their approach to learning and dealing with new situations. This gives them the confidence to be responsible and considerate citizens within their community and abroad.
  
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  Kedhuri Naicker

  Grade 2 Teacher

  Departments: Primary School

  Mrs Kedhuri was born and raised in South Africa. She achieved her Bachelor of Education degree at Edgewood University in Kwa- Zulu Natal. After completing two years of teaching in South Africa, she ventured out to work in UAE and taught at an International School in Sharjah. She has since gone on to teach at several primary schools around the UAE. She now has eight years of teaching experience and enjoys encouraging her students to expand their boundaries to developing critical thinking skills further.
  Mrs. Kedhuri’s inclusive approach to teaching ensures that all children work at their best ability and move forward throughout each lesson efficiently. She is a dedicated, hard-working person; who is enthusiastic to be in this profession and is proud to be working at Ajman Academy.
  
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  Kenza Baouche

  French Teacher

  Departments: Secondary School
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  Kerry-Lee Schroeter

  Inclusion Lead. Technology Integration Specialist

  Departments: AEN

  Secondary Title: Whole School

  Kerry-Lee was born and raised in South Africa, where she graduated from the University Of Fort Hare in the Eastern Cape with a Bachelors Of Education Primary and a specialisation in Foundation Phase. Kerry-lee has worked in the UAE since 2016 where she has been a teacher at Ajman Academy in grades 3 and 5. Kerry-Lee is currently the Technology Integration Specialist for the whole school.
  Kerry-Lee is an Apple Professional Learning Specialist and works closely with Apple Education UAE in training Educators across the country and supporting technology innovation in schools. Kerry-lee has completed the INCYTE international program in mentoring of teacher's alongside TEMSC.
  
  Kerry-Lee is an enthusiastic Teacher who is passionate about creating an ethos for her students that supports and encourages creativity, international mindfulness and success. Kerry-Lee enjoys engaging with her students and inspiring them to become critical thinkers. She aims to influence her students in their academics and allow them to become motivated to reach their full potential. Kerry-Lee believes in creating a learning environment that has a positive and safe ethos. Kerry-Lee believes that students strive when they become part of the learning, and teaching process, providing them real-life experiences and enabling them to discover their passion and talents.
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  Khulood Ibrahim

  Library Assistant

  Departments: Primary School
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  Krishna Debdash

  General Maintenance

  Departments: Administration
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  Lamia Talib Abdul-Ghani

  Arabic Teacher

  Departments: Arabic
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  Lana Reziq

  Arabic Teacher

  Departments: Primary School, Arabic
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  Latifa Hammouch

  Arabic Teacher

  Departments: Arabic

  Secondary Title: Grade 7 Girls Mentor

  Latifa Hammouch was born in Morocco and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Arabic Literature from the University of Mohammed V in Rabat, Morocco, and holds a Professional Diploma in Teaching from Ajman University in 2019. With 17 years of teaching experience both in Morocco and UAE, she has attended many educational workshops and seminars during her teaching career and gained invaluable skills in the field of teaching in both primary and secondary schools. Latifa has over seven years of experience teaching the IB PYP/MYP curriculum. She speaks three different languages: Arabic, French and English. She believes that the teacher has to possess multiple and diverse skills, to have a flexible personality and to deal with students from different cultural backgrounds to help them become independent learners with an inquiry approach and with critical international mindedness while maintaining their cultural heritage.
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  Lea Oxales Orila

  School cleaner

  Departments: Administration
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  Leelah Stephanie Mansour

  Classroom Teacher

  Departments: Primary School

  Leelah Stephanie Mansour was born and raised in South Africa. She graduated from the University of Potchefstroom with a bachelor’s degree in education. She has worked in South Africa and the UAE . She has been in the UAE for a full year and has worked at Al Narjes Charter School in Al Ain. Her 7-year teaching experience has rewarded her the opportunity to teach Kindergarten through Grade 3m, as well as being a Grade Coordinator for 2 years in South Africa. She is married.
  
  Leelah has a true passion for working with young learners. Helping each child progress in all areas of their development; academic, social, language and motor are challenges that she is honored to accept daily. She loves sports. She particularly enjoys netball and has a twin sister.
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  Lincoln Rooseveldt Esbrand Jr

  Classroom Teacher

  Departments: Primary School

  
  Lincoln Esbrand Jr. is a New Yorker at heart who began his educational journey in the bustling cityscape. With a Bachelor of Science in Elementary education with a K-8 certification from Walla University, he is now pursuing a master’s in educational leadership from Grand Canyon University to enhance his leadership abilities further.
  
  As a devoted husband and father, Lincoln values the quality time spent with his wife and young son. His career path took him to various fields, including South Korea, where he spent four enriching years teaching multiple subjects and serving as a Dean for boys, to an exciting stint in the tech world as a Technical Recruiter for an Australian firm.
  Lincoln considers the UAE a home away from home, particularly the years he lived in Ras Al Khaimah. For seven years, he taught Grade 4 students at the Emirates National Schools RAK campus, helping to guide his students' academic and personal development.
  To Lincoln, teaching is more than a career; it's his purpose. With a strong belief in the transformative power of education, he's excited to contribute his passion for learning, strong teaching skills, and dedicated leadership to Ajman Academy.
  Beyond the classroom, Lincoln is a man of varied interests. He embraces every moment, whether it's quality family time, acquiring new skills, delving into a good book, or traveling to explore diverse cultures. These experiences feed his soul and fuel his role as an educator, allowing him to deliver a well-rounded , engaging education to his students.
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  Linda Suresh George

  Librarian

  Departments: Secondary School

  Linda was born in a Seventh Day Adventist family in India and had her early childhood in an international community. After earning Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education degrees, Linda started her career as a Science Teacher. Due to her passion for English, she took her Masters in English Literature & Language and continued as an English Teacher in India.
  Linda moved to the “Tropical Paradise” of the Maldives in 2001 and worked with the Ministry of Education as English Teacher and Head of the Department of English for 7 years. Teaching IGCSE and A Level students helped her become familiar with the British Curriculum and understanding of the importance of the role of a library and research centre. During her stay in the Maldives, Linda set up three school libraries for the students and the community.
  In 2008, Linda had the opportunity of being a part of developing a full-fledged resource and reading library/media centre at GEMS Wellington Primary School, Dubai. She motivated the students to open their mind through reading.
  Linda took up the position of an IB librarian at RAK Academy in 2013 and focused on improving the library resources and research based learning.
  Linda is married to George, a Mathematics Teacher and blessed with two daughters. Her elder daughter, Dr. Smriti, is working in India and her second daughter, Shruti, is working in Canada after completing her Master’s in Business Studies.
  Linda always believes that “the world belongs to those who read.” Her dedication in work and passion for reading has always inspired students of all ages. She is excited about being a part of Ajman Academy and the community.
  
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  Luiza Daniela Bucurenciu

  PE Teacher

  Departments: Primary School, PE

  Luiza was born in Romania and lived there until 2013 before moving to the U.A.E. She is fluent in English, Spanish and Romanian language. Away from school, Luiza likes to travel, listen to music and swim.
  She graduated from the University of Sports Movement and Health Sciences in Romania, specialising in P.E and swimming. Before coming to Ajman Academy, she was teaching swimming from Kindergarten to grades 10 in the International School of Chouiefat, Ras Al Khaimah, U.A.E.
  Currently, Luiza is teaching secondary students and KG1 and KG2.
  Luiza believes that everything happens for a reason; education is a particular type of human action or intervention that influences our future. She is a firm believer that humanity will improve through education and that we can all reach our goals through persistence. She is eager to teach the students to swim and to have them represent Ajman Academy in swimming competitions in the future.
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  Lynah Kithome

  Swim Coach

  Departments: PE
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  Mahammad Husain Ansari

  Gardener

  Departments: Administration
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  Mahmoud Al Masharqa

  PRO

  Departments: Administration
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  Mahmoud Naffa

  Manager of Facilities, Maintenance and Projects

  Departments: Administration

  Mahmoud Naffa is Jordanian. However he was born and raised in Ajman, this means he has a huge love for this country like it is his country
  He graduated from the Hashemite University in Jordan with a Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering. He has six years experience in construction after working as a contractor with Darwish Engineering in Ajman & as a consultant with Eng. Adnan Saffarini office in Dubai. Mahmoud joined Ajman Academy in 2016 as the Manager of Facilities, Maintenance and Projects.
  He is engaged will marry soon.
  Mahmoud’s work goal is to ensure he provides a safe, tidy, & hygienic environment for students & teachers to support the teaching strategy at AJAC.
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  Majeda Namroud

  Arabic Teacher

  Departments: Arabic

  Majeda Mahmoud Namroud is from Lebanon and has lived in the UAE for the last 19 years. She has three children, Hala (G7), Abdullah (G9) & Maysam is a senior in G12.
  She has a Diploma in kindergarten studies in 1999, recently got a bachelor of arts in Arabic language literature in 2017
  Majeda has worked in many different schools before joining Ajman Academy. She started in Ghassan Kanafani Kindergarten in Lebanon for one year. Then after moving to the UAE, she worked as an Arabic Language teacher at Al Reqa School in Sharjah and Al-Hikmah School in Ajman for four years. After that, she started working in Iqraa International school in Sharjah & stayed there for seven years as a teacher and coordinator for the Arabic language in Kindergarten. In 2015 she joined Ajman Academy. Working at AJAC has helped build knowledge and provides challenges that allow her to reach her goals every day.
  Majeda's goal as a teacher is to make the students love the Arabic Language because if they enjoy it, they’ll become interested in it. Another goal of mine is to build a strong relationship with the students & their parents; having a healthy relationship means that the parents trust me with their kids!
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  Maram Muslem

  Students Counsellor

  Departments: Primary School, Secondary School
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  Maria (Cora) Berjay

  Teaching Assistant

  Departments: Primary School, Administration

  Secondary Title: KG1CBU
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  Mark Patrick Kearney

  Business Studies Teacher

  Departments: Secondary School

  Mark is an experienced educator with a passion for teaching and empowering students to reach their full potential. With 17 years of teaching experience, Mark has dedicated his career to shaping young minds and fostering a love for learning. He has worked in various leading independent schools in the UK and Africa, gaining a wealth of knowledge and expertise.
  Born in Durban, on the East Coast of South Africa, Mark's journey into education began during his time as a university student. While studying for a Bachelor of Accounting at the University of South Africa, he discovered his innate talent for coaching and mentoring. It was through coaching sports and chess that he realized his true calling lay in education. Driven by his desire to make a positive impact on students' lives, Mark pursued a Post Graduate Certificate in Education.
  As an educator, Mark firmly believes in the potential of every student to excel in various areas. He embraces a student-centered approach, providing guidance and support to help each individual thrive. He is particularly enthusiastic about integrating technology into the classroom, constantly seeking innovative methods to enhance the learning experience.
  Beyond the classroom, Mark finds solace in his adventurous spirit. He loves traveling to new destinations, exploring diverse cultures, and broadening his horizons. You'll often find him hiking, casting his fishing line into a lake or engaging in a friendly game of squash.
  With his wealth of experience, dedication to student success, and passion for utilizing technology, Mark is thrilled to bring his expertise to Ajman Academy. He looks forward to fostering a stimulating and nurturing learning environment that empowers students to grow academically, socially, and personally.