SAIS Primary: Excellent Faculty, Lighting up Future｜深美小学部师资介绍

Mr. Rashad is a dedicated and dynamic educator from New Zealand, bringing a rich and diverse background in education and technology to the IB Primary Years Programme. With over eight years of teaching experience across multiple countries and disciplines, he is passionate about nurturing young learners through inquiry-based learning and holistic development.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in computing, Communication, and Technology from Waiariki Institute of Technology. In addition to his formal education, Mr. Ayache has completed several IB professional development workshops, further strengthening his commitment to the PYP framework and its core values.

Throughout his career, Rashad has taught a range of subjects in diverse educational settings. His past roles include Cambridge Mathematics Teacher, iSmart Math and Science Instructor, Pearson Middle School English Teacher, and Primary English Educator. He has also led technology instruction as a Computer Science and Technology Teacher, and served in homeroom roles that highlight his strengths in classroom community building.

Mr. Rashad is known for fostering a harmonious and inclusive classroom environment where every student feels valued and supported. He was proudly awarded the SAIS Teaching Star Award in 2024, recognizing his excellence in teaching and classroom leadership. He believes that being a lifelong learner and maintaining a positive outlook are essential qualities for both educators and students. His approach is centered on curiosity, collaboration, and creativity—empowering learners to become confident, compassionate global citizens.

Outside the classroom, Mr. Rashad enjoys hiking, exploring new technologies, and staying current with global educational trends. His international experience, passion for teaching, and dedication to student growth make him a valued member of the SAIS community.

Rashad老师是一位来自新西兰的敬业且充满活力的教育工作者，他将丰富多样的教育和科技背景带入了国际文凭小学项目（IB PYP）。他拥有超过八年的跨国教学经验，涵盖多个学科，热衷于通过基于探究的学习和全面发展来培养年轻学习者。

他持有怀卡托理工学院授予的计算、通信与技术学士学位。除了正规教育外， Rashad老师还完成了多项IB国际文凭专业发展培训，进一步加深了他对PYP框架及其核心价值的承诺。

在职业生涯中，拉沙德老师积累了丰富多样的教学经验。他曾在不同类型的教育环境中执教，教授过众多学科，包括剑桥数学、iSmart数学与科学、培生中学英语以及小学英语。此外，他还担任过计算机科学与技术教师，负责主导计算机教学工作，并在担任班主任期间，充分展现出了他在构建课堂社区方面的突出优势。

Rashad老师以营造和谐包容的课堂环境而闻名，在这样的环境中，每个学生都能感受到自身的价值并得到支持。他于2024年荣获SAIS教学之星奖，以表彰他在教学和课堂领导方面的卓越表现。他坚信，成为终身学习者并保持积极的态度是教育工作者和学生都应具备的基本素质。他的教学方法以好奇心、合作精神和创造力为核心，赋予学习者成为自信、富有同情心的全球公民的能力。

在课堂之外， Rashad老师喜欢徒步旅行、探索新技术以及紧跟全球教育趋势。他的国际经验、对教学的热情以及对学生发展的承诺，使他成为SAIS社区中备受珍视的一员。

Mr. Chad is a published fantasy author who brings over 25 years of teaching experience to the SAIS community. He has a degree in science education, from Harris University. He has taught a variety of subjects but Science, Reading and Creative Writing have been what he has enjoyed teaching most. Chad has an extensive background with many educational programs such as the US Common Core curriculums, Guided Reading, NGSS STEM Curriculum and Engage NY Math Curriculum, just to name a few. As a passionate educator, Mr Chad’s interest in teaching stems from a long-seeded passion for helping children of all walks of life achieve a bright future, and exceed their limits. In his free time, Chad likes to write, and engage in tabletop games with his friends and family. He can often be found running a Dungeons and Dragons game.

 “Kindness and passion are what truly makes the world go round. It is a teacher’s job to help find what brings these characteristics out and help embolden them.”

——Chad Baldwin

Chad老师是一位已出版的奇幻小说作家，他带着超过25年的教学经验来到了SAIS社区。他拥有哈里斯大学授予的科学教育学位。他教授过多种科目，但最喜欢教的还是科学、阅读和创意写作。Chad有着丰富的教育项目背景，例如美国共同核心课程、指导性阅读、NGSS STEM课程和纽约Enagage数学课程，这些只是其中的一部分。作为一名热情的教育工作者，Chad对教学的兴趣源于他对帮助来自不同背景的孩子实现光明未来、超越自我极限的长期热情。在空闲时间，Chad喜欢写作，还喜欢和朋友及家人一起玩桌面游戏。他经常组织《龙与地下城》游戏。

“善良和热情才是推动世界运转的真正力量。教师的工作就是帮助发现这些特质，并帮助增强它们。”

————Chad Baldwin

Amy is an Australian-qualified primary teacher who is excited to join the SAIS community. Originally from Western Australia, she has taught in Thailand, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Taiwan, bringing a wealth of international experience to her role. Amy holds Bachelor's degrees in Business and Arts, a Master of Teaching (Primary), a Master of Education, and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Education. Her strength in education lies in nurturing curiosity and encouraging critical thinking, creating a classroom environment where students feel confident taking risks and learning from mistakes. Amy believes that every child deserves a learning environment where they feel valued, supported, and inspired to explore their potential. She is passionate about making learning engaging, inclusive, and meaningful, helping students develop a lifelong love for knowledge. 

Outside of teaching, Amy has a keen interest in languages, having studied Mandarin, Welsh, and Thai, and she looks forward to improving her Mandarin skills while in China. She also enjoys running, swimming, calligraphy, and participating in community sporting, cultural, and social events. Amy is excited to become a positive, passionate member of the SAIS team and immerse herself in the culture and community of Shenzhen.

Amy是一名澳大利亚认证的小学教师，即将加入SAIS大家庭。她来自西澳大利亚，曾在泰国、英国、澳大利亚和台湾任教，积累了丰富的国际教学经验。Amy拥有商业和艺术学士学位、小学教育硕士、教育硕士学位，并正在攻读教育学博士学位。她在教育领域的优势在于培养学生的求知欲和批判性思维，营造一个让学生敢于冒险、从错误中学习的课堂环境。Amy坚信每个孩子都应享有让他们感到被重视、被支持、并能激发他们探索自身潜力的学习环境。她对让学习变得有趣、包容和有意义充满热情，帮助学生培养对知识的终身热爱。

在教学之外，Amy对语言有着浓厚的兴趣，曾学习过普通话、威尔士语和泰语，并期待在中国提高她的普通话水平。她还喜欢跑步、游泳、书法，热衷于参加社区的体育、文化和社交活动。Amy期待成为SAIS团队中积极、热情的一员，并融入深圳的文化和社区。

Mr. Kevin is a passionate and experienced educator from the United States, currently focused on Primary Years Programme (PYP) teaching within the IB framework. He is known for his thoughtful teaching approach and his ability to build strong, supportive relationships with students. Kevin holds a B.A. in Political Science from the University of California, Davis, and an LL.M. in Chinese Business Law from the School of Law at Fudan University. His interdisciplinary background gives him a unique lens on global education, systems thinking, and real-world application.

With over six years of teaching experience, Kevin has worked with students aged three to twelve across a variety of international and bilingual school contexts. He has developed a strong foundation in early childhood and primary education, with a focus on inquiry-based, student-driven learning. He is known for creating warm, interactive classroom environments where students feel seen, heard, and safe to take risks. His teaching emphasizes transdisciplinary connections, conceptual understanding, and the scaffolding of deep, transferable skills.

Kevin believes that emotional safety and intellectual engagement are equally important in empowering young learners to grow into independent, reflective, and principled individuals. He sees every student as capable, unique, and deserving of personalized guidance through their learning journey.

Beyond the classroom, Kevin is a creative copywriter and lifelong lover of literature, storytelling, and the arts. He is also a drone and AI enthusiast, with a growing interest in how emerging technologies and new thinking models can shape the future of education and communication.

Kevin 是一位来自美国、充满热情且经验丰富的教育工作者，目前专注于在 IB 教育体系下的小学项目（PYP）教学。他以富有思考性的教学方法和擅长建立支持性强、信任感高的师生关系而广受认可。Kevin 拥有加州大学戴维斯分校的政治学学士学位，以及复旦大学法学院的中国商法硕士学位（LL.M）。他的跨学科背景为他提供了独特的全球教育视角、系统性思维方式和现实世界应用能力。

在六年多的教学工作中，Kevin 曾在多所国际学校和双语学校任教，服务对象涵盖 3 至 12 岁的学生。他在幼儿及小学阶段的教学方面建立了扎实的基础，尤其注重以探究为导向、以学生为中心的学习模式。他擅长营造一个温暖、互动性强的课堂氛围，让学生在被看见、被倾听的环境中建立安全感，并勇于尝试和探索。他的教学强调跨学科的联系、概念理解的深化，以及可迁移性强的技能支架搭建。

Kevin 坚信，情感上的安全感与认知上的挑战同等重要，只有两者并重，才能真正支持学生成长为独立、有反思能力、具备原则性和责任感的学习者。他始终相信，每个学生都是独特的，都拥有巨大的潜能，值得被个性化地引导和陪伴。

在课堂之外，Kevin 也是一位创意文案撰写人，热爱文学、叙事与艺术。他同时也是一位无人机与人工智能领域的爱好者，持续关注新兴科技与思维模型如何影响未来教育与沟通的发展方向。

Ms. Samantha is a dedicated educator with over 12 years of diverse teaching experience, primarily as a homeroom teacher at international schools. Her extensive background includes roles as an IB PYP Teacher, EAL teacher, library reading and writing specialist, and bilingual class teacher. Samantha holds a Law degree (LLB Honours) from the University of Aberdeen, an IB PYP category 1 certificate, and is working on Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) from the University of Strathclyde.

Her strength lies in creating engaging and interactive lessons tailored to meet the needs of young learners, including those with special educational needs (SEN). At Shenzhen American International School she has worked with Grade 5 and focused on inquiry-based learning methods. Samantha is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes both academic and social growth.

Outside the classroom, she enjoys crafting, reading, and Scottish Ceilidh dancing, and has a passion for travel and horse riding.

Samantha 是一位敬业的教育工作者，拥有超过12年的丰富教学经验，主要在法国和英国教育体系中担任班主任。然而，她的广泛背景还包括担任IB小学老师、EAL教师、图书馆阅读和写作专家以及双语班级教师的职位。Samantha 拥有阿伯丁大学授予的法学学士（荣誉）学位，持有IB小学项目证书并正在攻读斯特拉斯克莱德大学的教育研究生证书（PGCE）。

她的优势在于能够为年轻学习者（包括有特殊教育需求的学生）量身定制引人入胜且互动性强的课程。在深美，她担任五年级老师并专注于探究性教学法。在上海法语学校，她在教授大量EAL学生和发展各学科的增强课程方面表现出色。 Samantha 致力于营造一个支持性和包容性的课堂环境，以促进学生的学业和社交成长。

在课堂之外，她喜欢手工艺、阅读和苏格兰社交舞，并且对旅行和骑马充满热情。