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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  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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  Lorelyn P.Biene

  Bus Nanny / Cleaner

  Departments: Primary School, Administration
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  Lourdes Gualiza

  Classroom/Bus Nanny

  Departments: Primary School, Administration
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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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  Luke David O'Neil

  I&S Teacher

  Departments: Secondary School

  Luke has five years of teaching experience internationally including placements in China and the UK. Initially,he worked as a Primary Teacher in China before returning to the UK to retrain as a Secondary Teacher specialising in Geography. He has worked for the last two years at an English school in Sharjah as the House Co-ordinator.
  
  Luke was born and spent his formative years in England. He graduated from University with a BSc in Physical Geography and spent two years teaching in China before returning to England to complete his PGCE in Secondary Education. Luke achieved Qualified Teacher Status in teaching Geography. He has undertaken multiple volunteer placements in Cambodia and South Africa which inspired his love and passion for teaching.
  
  Luke believes that building strong positive relationships with students is vital to making education an enjoyable experience in a safe environment where they can thrive. By understanding the students, he can tailor learning to their needs to help nurture them to achieve their full potential.
  
  Luke is a keen traveller and has already visited 45 different countries. He shares his knowledge and experience from his travels into his teaching and brings subjects to life. Luke has a passion for football, is keen to be involved in coaching the school football teams and help them to participate in any tournaments and matches outside of school. He plays football in the EFA League in Dubai, enjoys a variety of racquet sports and frequents the gym.
  
  
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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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  Marevic Dela Pena Mendoza

  Bus Nanny / Cleaner

  Departments: Primary School, Administration
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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.
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  Marli Savage

  Mathematics Teacher

  Departments: Secondary School

  Marli Savage was born and raised in South Africa. She graduated from North West University with a Bachelors of Education Degree, specialising in Mathematics and English for grade 10 to 12. She moved to the UAE in 2016 and has worked at the International School of Choueifat Ras Al Khaimah and was then transferred to the Umm AL Quwain Campus, where she taught primary Math. In 2019 she became the Head of Department for infant and primary math.
  Teaching is a passion for Marli, and math is the subject she enjoys the most. She believes that as a subject, Math is in fact not difficult and that with enough practice anyone can master it. She is constantly looking for new ways to link the subject to concepts that students can easily relate with thus helping them to understand the application.
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  Mary-Jane Comia

  Teaching Assistant

  Departments: Primary School, Administration

  Secondary Title: Grade 1 KJO
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  Maysoon Ali

  PE Teacher

  Departments: PE

  Secondary Title: ECA Coordinator

  Maysoon Ali is from Jordan, and a graduated from the University of Jordan with a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education. While at University, she was a member of the Jordanian National team for Volleyball.
  Maysoon views Ajman Academy as the leading school in the region and is excited to observe how the young students learn, progress and evolve through her lessons. She is the PYP subject leader which means she integrates the IBPYP philosophy into the Primary Physical Education planning. As well as her teaching role she has worked as the whole school ECA’s Coordinator for the last four years. She is also fully responsible for the choreography of the schools National Day production that is attended by H.H Sheikh Humaid Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi and other distinguished members of the Royal Family.
  As a mother of two children, she understands how valuable is a positive primary experience is and will strive every day provide lessons that are fun, active, and knowledgeable, providing every student with a positive learning experience and a love for physical education.
  What she like best is the fact that it is the children who are responsible for leading these exciting lesson of learning. She also really values our fantastic school community.
  More than anything it is the success of every child that makes her job as a PE teacher such a rewarding one. When Maysoon is working, she enjoys travelling, reading and spending time with her family.
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  Meenakshi Rohilla

  Mathematics Teacher - HOD

  Departments: Secondary School

  Meenakshi Rohilla was born and brought up in a family of teachers in northern India.
  Ms. Rohilla realized her love for teaching as a 16-year-old when helping her siblings and cousins with their home assignments one afternoon.
  
  "Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world,"said Nelson Mandela - a thought Ms. Rohilla strongly echoes.
  
  " Children today are going to make tomorrow's community," she said.
  
  Ms. Rohilla chose to pursue her passion for teaching and love for numbers. She started teaching mathematics to young minds in India, before crossing borders to share and grow her knowledge with students abroad.
  
  In 2019, she moved to China, where she taught IBMYP and IBDP Mathematics for two years.
  
  Ms. Rohilla’s next professional endeavour flew her to the East Coast of South America, to an international school in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
  
  She says she cherishes the opportunity to learn unique cultures through the eyes of a child, while sharing the technicality of numbers and its impementation in the real world. The mirrored, yet diverse evolution of humankind amazes her.
  
  In her previous roles, Ms. Rohilla lead the Department of Mathematics, and worked as an Examination Officer locally and internationally.
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  Melba Moreno

  Teaching Assistant

  Departments: Primary School, Administration

  Secondary Title: KG2NMA