Teacher Profiles

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Angela Stevens

Music

I was born in South Africa, although I studied through Trinity College of Music, London. I was Director of Music at St. Mary’s D.S.G and Kearsney College in Kwa Zulu Natal, during this time I was the Music Examiner for the IEB in South Africa and gained much choral experience traveling with my choir to International Competitions in Asia and Europe. The choir were crowned Olympic Champions in both Linz, Austria and Bremen, Germany.

After these experiences, I decided to move to Oman to gain international teaching experience. It was here I had my first IB school experience, mastered styles and techniques of Arabic Music and continued my Music studies, completing my Masters Degree in Music Education.

I moved to Germany where I was Head of Music at Cologne International School and had many opportunities working on the jury at several International Choral Competitions as an International Choral Adjudicator. I also delivered choral workshops in both Europe and South Africa during this time. I then moved to the beautiful Wolfgangsee in Salzburg, Austria where I was appointed as Director of Music and Head of Arts at St. Gilgen International School.

Mary McKey

English Acquisition

After completing my BA degree in English and Geography at NUI Maynooth, Ireland, I lived and worked in Spain for three years, and understand, first-hand the importance of immersion in the target language and of a holistic approach to learning. I have a TEFL Diploma and have done an MA in Education. I have worked in SEK-Dublin for many years. It is a great source of satisfaction to see the personal, social, and academic progression of our students.

MaAngeles Martínez

Spanish Language and Literature/ Acquisition

Following my passion for languages, I graduated in Philology from the University of Valladolid. After several years teaching in Spain, I moved to Ireland and worked as a professional translator for some large multinational corporations, but I missed the warmth and vibrancy of the classroom and so returned to education. Teaching as vocation is hugely rewarding due to the bonds you make with colleagues and students.

Catherine Clulow

Biology and Science

I graduated with my Masters in Science in Ecology, Biodiversity and Biogeography from the University of Cape Town, South Africa, after which I worked in the NGO sector in biodiversity conservation and environmental education. Upon completing my Post Graduate Certificate in Education with the University of South Africa, I became a secondary sciences and biology teacher. I am a strong advocate that we are global citizens and responsible for leading a paradigm shift for sustainability. I am passionate about teaching and learning, to empower future generations through holistic education.

Nicholas Kerswill

English Language

I am a born and bred South African and I am so excited to be joining the SEK Dublin family as the English A Language and Literature DP teacher. I have a Bachelor of Arts in English and Philosophy at the University of Cape Town as well as a PGCE with English and History as my teaching majors. I have been a teacher for nearly 10 years, working in a variety of educational contexts, including three years at the South African College School one year in the rural Eastern Cape where I worked for an educational NGO focused on bringing quality education to the most under-resourced and under-funded corners of the country, and the last five years at Claremont High School - a diverse, progressive, coeducational school in Cape Town. In my spare time I am passionate about literature, film, and sport. I love going to the cinema and I try to see as many films on the big screen as I can. I am a die-hard Tottenham Hotspur fan and I firmly believe this year is the year we will win the English Premier League.

Richard Toner

DP History, TOK, Individuals and Society

I studied English and History in the National University of Ireland Maynooth where I was also awarded a Higher Diploma in Informational Technology. I am originally from Tullamore, Co. Offlay, but I have been living and working in Asia since 2009 in Indonesia, Thailand and most recently, Singapore. I have just moved home to Ireland with my young family.

In SEK, I will be teaching DP History and Theory of Knowledge (TOK), and MYP Individuals and Societies. I enjoy teaching enormously and I am very excited to be working in SEK Dublin.

Alice Cahill

Visual Art

I am from West Cork in Ireland. I have taught Visual Art internationally for the last ten years in countries such a France, China and the Middle East. I have a degree in Fine Art Printmaking, a masters in Aesthetics and History of Art and a Diploma in Teacher Training.

I am very passionate about Art and it's important for me to pass on this passion and interest to my students. I believe everyone can be creative and this is a philosophy I carry with me throughout my teaching practice. I want my students to find their niche and passion within Art and to carry it with them throughout their lives.

Elyzabeth Smyth

Physical and Health Education

I am from Bray, the next town over from Greystones in Wicklow, Ireland. I studied Health & Performance Science, Dance Choreography & Technique and did my Masters in Coaching Science at University College Dublin. I have been coaching football for 8 years and teaching dance (jazz, contemporary, ballet, hip hop) for 4 years.

I am very passionate about sports and physical activity as I think it is a fun way to communicate with others, make friends and learn about ourselves. I am very interested in inclusivity and ensuring that everyone develops a love for movement.

Carla Soledad Zuchetti

Physical Sciences and Chemistry

I graduated with an Honours degree in Chemistry and a Master´s degree in Biotechnology from the National University of Rosario, Argentina. After graduating I worked as a former researcher at the Centre for Photosynthetic and Biochemical studies for two years. My interest in teaching grew from my experience as an Assistant Professor of the Physics and Chemistry courses at the National University of Rosario, Argentina. I decided then to focus on teaching, obtaining my Master of Education from the Valencian International University, Spain.

I am passionate about science since I was in high school and had the opportunity to start developing my scientific skills. I have taught extensively in Argentina, Spain, and Ireland.

Maria Romero

Guidance Counsellor

I graduated in Education from University Complutense of Madrid in 2014 when I decided to move to the UK to work as a Special Needs Teacher. During my years in London, I completed my MA in Special Educational Needs and Inclusion in which I specialised in Autism and complex learning difficulties.

After these thrilling years teaching and supporting both students and families throughout the learning process, I have taken the challenge of counselling our local and international students in SEK-Dublin.

Aoife Poutch

English literature and History

My name is Aoife Poutch and I am from Bray. I am the English literature and History teacher. I studied English and History at University College Dublin and I have a Master´s in Education from Trinity College Dublin. Studying at SEK Dublin offers life experience for students to progress through the academic world and further into the world beyond the classroom.

Charles Bobbett

Mathematics, Design, Physical Sciences and Chemistry

I come from County Meath Ireland, and I have taught in the Irish and UK education system and see the merits of different education systems. During my undergraduate, Bachelor of Science I attended Maynooth College in Kildare, and for postgraduate Master of Management Science at University College Dublin (Smurfit Business School). My own view is that education should help give students confidence to succeed confidently in broader society.

Elise Dunand

French, Individuals and Societies, Librarian

I am French and American, and I come from a small village in Savoy, in the Alps. I graduated from Durham University with a Degree in History and Spanish. While studying, I had the opportunity to work at SEK Ciudalcampo as a teaching assistant. There, I met some extraordinary teachers and students who have inspired me to pursue a career in teaching. This new adventure in SEK Dublin is a challenge but I am so excited to be part of this amazing school!

Martina Diegmann

German and Admissions

I am a native German speaker and graduated with an Honours Degree in Applied Languages from Dublin City University and studied at the Universidad Autónoma in Barcelona.

I also hold a Masters Degree in Marketing from University College Dublin and was awarded a teaching qualification in Training and Development with Distinction. I have over 20 years’ experience in various fields including Marketing, the Austrian Diplomatic Service, and teaching German and Spanish at Primary level and in the Adult Education sector. I am passionate about languages and my focus as a German Teacher here at SEK is to motivate students and to help them to develop their self-confidence with the German language.

My role as Admissions Officer encompasses all aspects of admissions and I enjoy assisting families throughout the process.

Tatiana Segura

Spanish Language, Literature, and Acquisition, Community manager SEK Dublin social media

She graduated in Hispanic Philology from the University of Granada in 2018. Tatiana's loyal friend in the education sector is communication to foster intercultural relations and connect with the rest of the world. Tatiana likes to encourage creativity and ingenuity with students and her own colleagues, and she is strongly committed to the IB spirit.

Alphonso Lázaro del Pozo

Mathematics

I was born in Santander, Spain and am an Industrial engineer from Universidad de Cantabria and have a Masters Degree in Teacher Training. I have taught electronics, control systems and automation for thirteen years at Universidad de Cantabria, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, and Universidad Antonio de Nebrija and have more than twenty years’ experience working for industrial companies. I am eager to share and acquire new experiences, am happy to be part of the SEK Dublin team and help students grow and grow with them.

Ann Marie Webb

Visual Art

I teach Visual Art to MYP1 since 2021. I have been the extracurricular art teacher, running weekly classes and summer camps for seven years.

I completed my BA (Visual Arts Practice) IADT in 2011 and my MA (Fine Art ) Painting in 2014. I also have a Diploma in Ceramics and Design (many years ago) and worked as a graphic artist. I am a practicing artist spending time in my studio when I am not teaching. I am represented by Saatchi Art (online) and Artpistol Gallery, Glasgow.

I have taught Adults and children privately for twenty-five years and it still gives me great pleasure to see a sense of wonder in student’s eyes when they find a new skill or find a new way to see the world. I love teaching MYP1 as they are right at the beginning of their journey into adulthood. I am very happy to part of their voyage of discovery!

Alturo Herrera Yague

Spanish language B

I consider myself a curious and positive person, able to adapt to all types of situations. Empathizing with people around me and creating a good working environment describe my personality.

During my studies in political science, I discovered my passion for education and children. I worked in several schools in Madrid as a football coach and I got my Spanish teaching qualification from SFL International House.

In 2011 I moved to Belgium with the aim of developing my professional career. I started working at the European School IV in Brussels as a Spanish teacher SFL and sport teacher for three years.

In 2015 I was promoted as a manager of the extracurricular activities, where I had the opportunity to learn about education management.

From September 2022, I am part of SEK Dublin. I hope that my background, my professional experience and my great enthusiasm will motivate my students to learn Spanish.