Student to Faculty Ratio. The School was founded in 1949. Tina WenAdministrative AssistantBachelor of ArtsEnglish Language and LiteratureI enjoy playing ball games and cycling, listening to music and hanging out with my friends in nature. When I feel inspired I compose rhymes and rhythms for my little daughter. I can’t wait to get to know you better! I love teaching English and helping people learn about God, so I’m super happy to be here for you! 台北市士林區111莊頂路80巷64號 Phone: 02-2861-6400 Fax: 02-2861-5121 Office hours: 8:00AM - 4:30PM Mon-Thu, 8:00AM - … Your application will be reviewed carefully and placed in our applicant data file for consideration for suitable positions. In 1957, Mr. Wayne Nesbitt served as the first superintendent of the school. I work with kids, to help them improve their English, and if you’re in my class, that’s one of our main goals- for me to help you improve your English! Students in Grades KA-12. In addition to all of that, I have two adult children, and so far, three grandchildren. Acre Suburban Campus in Taipei, Taiwan. - Rebecca Maguire . I also like talking to people, no matter if I can speak their language or not- I talk to everyone! C onnecting students to ideas, passion, insight, and inspiration is a task that itself requires all of these things. Rachel Gagarin2nd Grade TeacherBachelor of ScienceMajor in Math, minor in BiologyI enjoy walking and climbing mountains. Along with learning English, and learning how to work together, I also like to share my Best Friend with you- Jesus! Home; About; Admissions; Academics; Programs; Staff; Students/Parents; Support Us; Contact; Home / Academics / PE. Estella LinEnrollment Coordinator & RegistrarMrs. Spending time out in the wilderness or in simple city nature hiking and looking around makes me smile. I enjoy “planning” for a trip, travelling, reading, playing board games, and all the water-related activities. The second semester begins on January … By learning, you are expanding your world. With the withdrawal of the American Forces from Taipei, Dominican School became an international school [citation needed]. 1:1. But since I don’t then i love to explore new and unique places around Taipei, Taiwan, or my home country and nearby cities…well actually anywhere in the world. I am addicted to news and the best way to read them for me is via Twitter. 1 Support staff "For over 36 years at TAS I have loved seeing so many familiar faces everyday. I enjoy walking, talking to friends and family, cooking, eating, baking, traveling, and playing piano and table tennis. Shihlin 111, Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C. In addition to all of that, I have two adult children, and so far, three grandchildren. The first semester of the 2008-2009 school year begins on August 14 and ends on December 18. Discover all the members of the Kaohsiung American School family! The school is located in Tianmu, a … I enjoy reading the Bible, working with Children, traveling and doing things with my family. The best facilities. Home; About; Admissions; Academics; Programs; Staff; Students/Parents; Support Us; Contact ; Home / Programs / Community Service. Music should be always spontaneous, beautiful and enjoyable; there should be no reason to miss this blessing.Ideally students in my class will learn how to play an instrument or improve the skill they already have by playing one. At Taipei American School our faculty and staff are motivated by cultivating within our students minds eager for new ideas, passion for learning, the insight to honor balance, and the inspiration to be anyone, do anything, and achieve everything. I’m trying to climb all the mountains at Yang Ming Shan. Joann KoOffice & Finance AssistantMrs. Dr. Ben Ploeger Superintendent of Schools. The Head of School and other administrators typically attend the Carney & Sandoe Associates, Search Associates and ISS recruiting fairs in Bangkok, Cambridge, and Boston. PE. B.Ed (Foundation Phase) & B.Ed Hons. I look forward to being able to get to know the beautiful people and amazing places of Taiwan. I’m trying to climb all the mountains at Yang Ming Shan. More than thirty-eight nationalities make up the student body. If I lived in ages past I would be an explorer and would wonder around the world looking for new and exciting places. I believe that each child has the potential to learn and grow, and I invite you as parents to embark on this journey with me. Why that long? We’re all on a journey. Xan-Lee Fraser1st Grade TeacherMs. Taipei American School. I love teaching and I am looking forward to meeting all my students and getting to know each one of them. Encourage your child to do his or her best. I am excited to be a part of TAAS this year! I’ve been at the school for almost 20 years. 9.9K likes. The things I enjoy doing are traveling, reading, photography, bird watching, cooking, eating, flying, and woodworking. Don’t be afraid to learn English. I am addicted to news and the best way to read them for me is via Twitter. I believe that each child has the potential to learn and grow, and I invite you as parents to embark on this journey with me. Dustin HacklemanP.E TeacherBA Mass CommunicationsMichelle YehLearning Support TeacherMs. I like it because I love to be in the nature. He finally returned to Taiwan and graduated from Taipei American School. Along with learning English, and learning how to work together, I also like to share my Best Friend with you- Jesus! 450. Taipei Adventist American School has 28 staff members including teaching faculty and staff. This new system made the curriculum available online to all stakeholders [citation needed]. Piano PerformaceI am from the land of the Aztecs, Mexico, and if it weren’t for Spain, I would say I am from the land of gold… I like writing the chronicles of what happens in my life with as much detail as possible. Through games, rounds, songs and fun activities, students will also learn about composers and how they have, ABA Classroom Teacher Training, Floortime Classroom Teacher Training, BBA, MS Information Systems, PhD Global Health & Health Security (pending 2021), Information Systems, Health and Well-being, Bachelor of Science in Engineering / Bachelor of Theology, Teaching Chinese as second language certificate, Copyright © 2014 Taipei Adventist American School. Eternity with Jesus. Nature brings healing to the body too.The Creator designed it that way. Isaac MunguiaG5-G8 Music Teacher & Band DirectorMr. Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways , and be wise: Which having no guide, overseer, or ruler. My emphasis has mostly been teaching ELL but also teacher education courses. Join a Dynamic and Motivated Faculty in One of the Finest Schools in Asia. Joshua HoggBusiness ManagerMr. Connect with us. Feel free to express your ideas always in a good spirit and in a respectful way. Encourage your child to do his or her best. I love teaching and I believe that teachers who love to teach have students that love to learn. If you are still experiencing problems, please email There is silence in nature, that’s why I love to walk on a mountain trail, on a rocky coast, in a pine forest, and on a sandy beach. Provideth her meat int the summer, and gathereth her food in the harvest. Spending time out in the wilderness or in simple city nature hiking and looking around makes me smile. I feel we are going to have a lot of fun, and we will learn a lot too. B.A. I like it because I love to be in the nature. Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old , he will not depart from it. Michelle YehLearning Support TeacherB.A. Teaching is learning. By learning, you are expanding your world. I’m looking forward to how God will lead and guide us and have another fun year with you all. We have two children and two granddaughters in the United States and 2 sons here in Taiwan. My goal and expectations for all of our students that come through TAAS is that they develop the type of Character that will bring honor and respect to them, their families and God. We will get involved in ensembles like Choir, Band or Recorder Club so we can appreciate the value of teamwork. I believe that we would all be better people if we could see the way others live and experience a little of someones else perspective outside our own bubble. I’ve enjoyed experiencing different fields, but I’ve been teaching English and Writing to English learners for about 10 years, and now I love it too much to do anything else. Extreme STEAM is TAS’s very own innovation event in which families join together to celebrate a love for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. (Education Management). I have taught grades 1-8 in a one-teacher school through graduate school level courses, but most of my career has been teaching grades 9-12. Students enrolled in Upper School Fine or Performing Arts classes. I lived in Africa with my missionary family for 18 years! Admin. Taipei American School (TAS) is an independent, coeducational, day school founded in 1949 for students from pre-kindergarten (KA) through grade 12. Pierre BowrinLearning Support TeacherBBA, MS Information Systems, PhD Global Health & Health Security (pending 2021)Information Systems, Health and Well-beingEmily ChenChinese TeacherMs. Middle School and Upper School Sports, Clubs, & Activities. I enjoy walking, talking to friends and family, cooking, eating, baking, traveling, and playing piano and table tennis. Taipei American School recently hosted parent-child pairs for lower school Extreme STEAM at the Solomon Wong Tech Cube. Update 2: TAS released the full sexual misconduct report by McLane Middleton on November 23, 2020. Isaiah 54:13 says  “All your children will be taught of the Lord, and great will be the peace of your children.” I’m so blessed to support this and be a part of the TAAS family! Pierre BowrinLearning Support TeacherMr. Elliot FullmerPrincipalMaster M.A Special EducationI enjoy reading the Bible, working with Children, traveling and doing things with my family. The opening sentences of the report could have been quoted as well, "Taipei American School has a well-earned reputation for being a very good school. Robert Johnston5th Grade Teacher / G5-G8 Language Arts TeacherMr. It has a reputation in the South East Asian region and worldwide for highly motivated students, a challenging curriculum, a very fine teaching faculty and some very pleasing external examination results." Education isn’t so much about what you have learned, but about what you do with what you have learned because actions speak louder than words. 2400. 800 Zhongshan North Road, Section 6, Taipei, Taiwan ROC 11152. I love teaching English and helping people learn about God, so I’m super happy to be here for you! BA Religion, Secondary Education, MA Curriculum and Instruction, Math, Biology, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Educational Technology, Industrial Education, English. Because TAAS is a student-centered learning environment that empowers and inspires students to be creative, innovative, nature lovers, and to love God. Sometimes I like to cook creative meals for myself or my family and friends and slowly spend the evening eating and chatting and spending quality time together. It was there that I found a passion for helping others, and there where I fell in love with diversity of cultures and the art of linguistics. I have taught grades 1-8 in a one-teacher school through graduate school level courses, but most of my career has been teaching grades 9-12. 5. Zhu-Ying LeeBuilding SupervisorMs. Danijela Maletin7th Grade Teacher/ G5-G8 Social Studies TeacherBachelors of ScienceIn Elementary Education, major in historyI’m from Chicago, Illinois, where I’ve lived my whole life. JOURNEY TO EXCELLENCE. I love being in nature and these mountains give me so much joy! I also like talking to people, no matter if I can speak their language or not- I talk to everyone! I am happy and excited to be teaching First Grade at TAAS this year. (Proverbs 6:6-8) 886.2.7750.9900. The first semester of the school year runs from early August to mid-December 2020; the second semester runs from early January to the end of May 2021. When I am not in school I enjoy cooking, baking, learning Chinese and drinking bubble tea. Taipei American School (TAS) is an independent, coeducational day school founded in 1949 for students from prekindergarten through grade 12. The Taipei American School (TAS) is an independent, coeducational day school that offers an educational program from prekindergarten through grade 12 for students of all nationalities. The Extreme STEAM Family event showcased recent curriculum changes in STEAM and what the students have … I love to spend time in the garden trying to grow all sorts of wonderful and unique vegetables. I have taught grades 1 through graduate school in Taiwan, Thailand, and the United States. I’d like to challenge myself to travel abroad alone and take up cooking in recent years. My goal and expectations for all of our students that come through TAAS is that they develop the type of Character that will bring honor and respect to them, their families and God. Sue PurkissEAL TeacherDean EdwardsTechnology Coordinator/TeacherMr. JOURNEY TO EXCELLENCE. This summer, I took a freediving course. I love learning languages, studying cultural history, traveling, exploring the city, visiting different cafes, meeting new people, and trying new foods! The staff includes 14 U.S. citizens, five third-country nationals, and nine host-country nationals. It is exciting to be at TAAS this year. Isaac MunguiaG5-G8 Music Teacher & Band DirectorB.A. Kaley ChurchEAL TeacherBachelor of Science w/ CertificationsHealthcare Administration & Management/B.S., Certified Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Teacher of English as a Second & Foreign LanguageI lived in Africa with my missionary family for 18 years! Dustin HacklemanP.E TeacherMr. He knows all about you already, are you ready to learn about Him? We have two American children with two granddaughters and two Taiwanese sons. Here is a PDF of the files I … There is silence in nature, that’s why I love to walk on a mountain trail, on a rocky coast, in a pine forest, and on a sandy beach. Elementary Education-K-8I have many hobbies- baking, cooking, reading, seashell collecting, writing, painting, home repair, basic car repair, drawing, arts and crafts, giving tourist tips, photography, and traveling. The people here and the environment make me happy. I believe that we would all be better people if we could see the way others live and experience a little of someones else perspective outside our own bubble. Consecutive Years of Gold Medals at iGEM competitions . Shihlin 111, Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C. 133. Students with diverse interests and abilities are able to take advantage of a dazzling array of courses that are housed in eleven departments. So! We have two American children with two granddaughters and two Taiwanese sons. I’m looking forward to how God will lead and guide us and have another fun year with you all. Dean EdwardsTechnology Coordinator/TeacherBA Religion, Secondary Education, MA Curriculum and Instruction Math, Biology, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Educational Technology, Industrial Education, EnglishI was raised in the United States and Mexico and have taught in the USA, Kenya, Thailand and now, Taiwan. I believe God has brought me here and hope to be His tool to help shape the future of my students and this school. (Education Management)I am from Cape Town, South Africa. And learning has no finish line for teachers and students. I am passionate about teaching. I’m very excited to explore the underwater world now. Every year at the start of the new school year, Taipei American School’s Head of School, Sharon Hennessy, stands before all new members of faculty and welcomes them into the TAS fold. Emily ChenChinese TeacherB.A. I love sweating after a good exercise. The Upper School offers a program of study that offers breadth and depth that is perhaps unrivaled in the secondary school world. We welcome any young people of Pathfinder age to join. I am excited to be returning to Taiwan after having been gone for 10 years and look forward to making many new friends. Kirsten MachadoELL Homeroom TeacherMs. Since TAAS is not a very big school, we teachers have lots of chances to know each child, their dreams, hopes and fears. Adly GuoGrounds Supervisor. Kaohsiung American School seeks qualified and dedicated faculty to join our school and fulfill its vision to be one of the finest American International Schools in Asia. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. 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