UNITED SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL - Key Persons


Abeer Abujlalah

Job Titles:
  • Arabic Teacher

Abigail Baraquiel

Job Titles:
  • School Nurse

Adriana Charlton

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Adrienne Beacon

Job Titles:
  • Art Teacher

Ahmad Ghonim

Job Titles:
  • Arabic, Islamic Studies and Qatar History Teacher

Aisling Hyndman

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Alaa Al-Shawabkeh

Job Titles:
  • EYFS & Primary Arabic and Islamic Education Teacher

Alison McIver

Job Titles:
  • EAL Teacher
Qualifications BA(Hons) in Modern Language Studies from Liverpool John Moores University PGCE, EYP Early Years Professional

Amanda Wentz

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant
Qualifications Bachelor of Arts in Music from Northern State University in South Dakota, USA

Amina Zoubir

Job Titles:
  • Lifeguard

Amy Morris

Job Titles:
  • FS2 Teacher & Year Group Lead

Angela Caparas

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Anna Cruciani

Job Titles:
  • Modern Foreign Languages Teacher
Qualifications: BA (Hons) in Modern Foreign Languages (Languages, Literature and Translation) at la Sapienza University in Rome PGCE in Education (Secondary - Modern Languages) at Future Academies and UCL London, UK

Anna Johnson

Job Titles:
  • English Teacher / Head of English
Qualifications English Language and Education Studies BA (Hons)

Aoibhinn Hume

Job Titles:
  • FS2 Teacher

Aoife Quigley

Job Titles:
  • Year 1 Teacher
Qualifications BA (Hons) Primary Education with Qualified Teaching Status at Liverpool Hope University

Arlyn Suson

Job Titles:
  • After School Activities Co - Ordinator

Ashleigh Inniss

Job Titles:
  • FS1 Teacher

Asif Ashraf

Job Titles:
  • Year 6 Teacher & Maths Lead
Qualifications BSc (Hons) Business Information Technology PGCE with QTS

Beena James

Job Titles:
  • School Librarian
I graduated from The Hotel Institute Montreux (HIM), Switzerland in Hospitality & Business Management and returned to Qatar where my parents lived and worked. To find a work-life balance, I focused mainly on Business Management and decided to take up Administration and HR on a full-time basis. I completed a training course in HRM and a few others in Administration. Over these years, I've enjoyed being in a supportive role that gave me the opportunity to work in different industries and engage with a lot of people thus helping me constantly develop my skills.

Caitlyn Chalmers

Job Titles:
  • FS1 Teacher

Carolina Obeid

Job Titles:
  • HR Assistant

Caroline Sheehy

Job Titles:
  • Year 4 Teacher
Qualifications: Business with Education from Ulster University in Northern Ireland.

Cathair Shannon

Job Titles:
  • Teacher
Qualifications: Bachelor Of Education - Primary ( Physical Education), Queen's University College Belfast

Cecilia Gracia de la Cruz

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant
I am a Business Administration graduate with good organizational skills and an ability to build good working relationships with people. I am also CELTA certified. I am looking forward to the opportunity to be part of a committed team. I have a particular interest in working in a school that offers a culturally diverse environment and I know that this school is especially committed to promoting creative opportunities for children.

Chamika Sampath

Job Titles:
  • AV Technician

Chantelle Thomasson

Job Titles:
  • Deputy Head of Secondary
Qualifications University of Leeds: 2:1 BA Geography I have been in education for 15 years, with 10 years of leadership experience. Having graduated from the University of Leeds with a degree in Geography, I undertook a PGCE and later gained the NPQSL through University College London. My leadership experiences have been in Dubai for the past 12 years which include Head of Humanities and International Baccalaureate coordinator. I am thrilled to be part of USI in its first year and am looking forward to setting a culture of kindness, respect and enjoyment within our school and wider community. I believe in evidence-based education and I am excited to develop and deliver quality learning and teaching and a love of learning amongst our students. ×

Christine Maryan

Job Titles:
  • Admissions Officer

Christine Masangcay

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Clouie Manansala

Job Titles:
  • Purchasing Officer

Colleen McVeigh

Job Titles:
  • Year 4 Teacher and Head of Year
Qualifications Undergraduate Degree in Liberal Arts with Physical Education

Daisy Walsh

Job Titles:
  • Deputy Head of Primary
I am originally from Cambridgeshire, UK, but I completed my degree and my first 6 years of teaching in Lincolnshire where I taught in an SEN school and became a Specialist Leader of Education for Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire. I taught in Saudi Arabia for 2 years before moving to Qatar, and I have loved the change and experiences. × Qualifications: BA (HONS) Education Studies and English Literature at Bishop Grosseteste University, Lincoln QTS Lincoln University, NPQML York University, Specialist Leader of Education Nottingham University and Currently doing the National Award Special Needs Coordinator Masters (Real Training)

Dania Baasiri

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Daniel Serrano

Job Titles:
  • Main Desk Receptionist

Danielle Morris

Job Titles:
  • EAL Teacher
Qualifications BSc (Hons) Degree in Business Management with Marketing at Brunel University London MSc Degree in Psychology at BPP London

Danielle Scally

Job Titles:
  • History Teacher
Qualifications BEd Post-Primary, St. Mary's University College Belfast MEd with Special Educational Needs

Dearbhail Campbell

Job Titles:
  • Teacher

Dearbhla Wright

Job Titles:
  • Geography Teacher
Qualifications BSc (Hons) Geography from Ulster University PGCE in Secondary Geography with QTS from Edge Hill University

Edelyn Timon

Job Titles:
  • Cashier

Eleanor Duffy

Job Titles:
  • Year 4 Teacher & Head of Key Stage 2
Qualifications Degree in Germanic Languages from Trinity College in Dublin and can speak five different languages.

Eleanor Fryett

Job Titles:
  • FS2 Teacher

Elizabeth Mendoza

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant
I obtained my Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education with a major in Mathematics and completed my Master's degree (MA Mathematics) at University of the Philippines in 2009 and 2016, respectively. Before moving to Qatar, I worked as a Mathematics instructor in the Philippines - two years in a learning centre and two years in a college. Here, I developed my skills in teaching and handling a class as well as working with individual students to help them enhance their Math skills. In Qatar, I have four years of experience working in an international school - one year as a Shadow Teacher for a year 9 student and three years as a Teaching Assistant in year 4.

Elliot Rose

Job Titles:
  • Head of Marketing & Admissions

Emilie Banasig

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Emily Wilson

Job Titles:
  • Year 4 Teacher
Qualifications BEd Top Up Route with QTS - Newman University in Birmingham. Modules included; School Experience, The Independent Researcher ( where I completed a dissertation on Mindfulness), Leading Learning in an Area of Specialism, Creative Curriculum Approaches, Language Learning and the Wider Community, Creative Mathematics and Primary Physical Processes.

Emma O'Brien

Job Titles:
  • Year 3 Teacher and Head of Year
Qualifications BA Hons Education Studies and Post Graduate PGCE Primary from The Manchester Metropolitan University

Emma Thompson

Job Titles:
  • Year 2 Teacher
Qualifications BA (HONS) Primary Education degree with QTS from Northumbria University

Fatma Abouhamed

Job Titles:
  • Arabic Teacher

Fiona Dixon

Job Titles:
  • SENDCO

George Cenabre

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Giana Trish Pinto

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant
Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Business Studies

Glenn Fossey

Job Titles:
  • Administrative Assistant

Graham Glew

Job Titles:
  • Maths Teacher & Assistant Head ( Data & Reporting )
Qualifications Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Gráinne McBride

Job Titles:
  • Year 5 Teacher and Head of Year
Qualifications BA Primary Teaching Degree, specialising in SEN, from Liverpool Hope University, UK

Guzel Nurmukhametova

Job Titles:
  • Admissions Officer

Harvey Shepherdson

Job Titles:
  • Year 2 Teacher and Head of Year
Qualifications: BA (Hons) in Theatre Practice from Royal Central School of Speech and Drama

Hayden Taylor

Job Titles:
  • Head of Science
Qualifications MA (Hons) - University of St Andrews PGCE in Science Education - Sheffield Hallam University MA in Educational Leadership - University of Manchester

Heena Majevadia

Job Titles:
  • Year 2 Teacher
Qualifications BA Hons Primary Education with QTS from Middlesex University

Hilda Castro

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Hollie Blenman

Job Titles:
  • Physical Education and Psychology Teacher
Qualifications: BSc in Sport Coaching Science MA in Education

Ian Temple

Job Titles:
  • Executive
  • Principal

Jabeen Sultan

Job Titles:
  • English Teacher

Jackie Corbett

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

James Heydenrych

Job Titles:
  • Modern Foreign Languages Teacher
Qualifications BA in Politics and French PGCE in Secondary Education (MFL)

James Tear

Job Titles:
  • Drama Teacher & Assistant Head ( Teaching & Learning )
Qualifications Drama Ba (Hons) Second-Class Honours, Upper Division (2:1) with Loughborough University

Jason Hannan

Job Titles:
  • Music Teacher
Qualifications Professional Masters in Music Education (University of Limerick, Ireland)

Jeannette Bacquian

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Jenifer Watson

Job Titles:
  • Year 2 Teacher
Qualifications BA (Hons) Psychology and Sports Studies at The University of Stirling

Jennifer Kayes

Job Titles:
  • Head of Modern Foreign Languages
Qualifications: BA Hons Hispanic Studies, University of Liverpool PGCE Secondary teaching of Spanish and French Liverpool Hope University

Joe Jones

Job Titles:
  • Year 2 Teacher
Qualifications Ba-Ed Primary Education (3-11) with QTS at University of Wales Trinity Saint Davids I studied Primary Education with QTS at University of Wales before relocating to Doha in 2019. Since then, I have taught in Key Stage 1 and 2 within British curriculum schools in Qatar. I am really looking forward to using my experience to create positive relationships with the USI community and provide the best possible education for my pupils.

Johanna Wright

Job Titles:
  • Year 3 Teacher
Qualifications BEd Primary Degree, from Stranmillis University College, Queen's University Belfast

Juan Penalosa

Job Titles:
  • ICT Technician

Karima Boukettaya

Job Titles:
  • Modern Foreign Languages Teacher

Karla Beer

Job Titles:
  • Head of Art
Qualifications BA (Hons) in Design, from the University of East Anglia and University of Essex. PGCE from the University of Essex.

Katherine Broun

Job Titles:
  • Year 3 Teacher
Qualifications: BSc Honours Psychology with Criminology (Nottingham-Trent University, UK) PGCE Primary and QTS (Manchester Metropolitan University, UK)

Kathleen Serrano

Job Titles:
  • Year 1 Teacher
Qualifications BA (Hons) Degree in Spanish and Latin American Studies, University of Portsmouth

Kathryn McFadden

Job Titles:
  • Year 3 Teacher
Qualifications BA Honors Degree in Early Childhood Studies PGCE in Primary with QTS

Katy Jones

Job Titles:
  • Year 3 Teacher
Qualifications BA (Hons) Classical Studies (2.1) QTS / NPQML

Kerry Garvey

Job Titles:
  • Year 4 Teacher
Qualifications Queen's University Ireland- 2:1 Bsc Psychology

Khaeriya Brunay

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant
I obtained my degree in Information Systems at the University of Doha for Science and Technology. Before moving to USI, I worked as a Teaching Assistant for 7 years.

Khurram Shehzad

Job Titles:
  • ICT Manager

Kirby Villagracia

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Kirsty Mae Henderson

Job Titles:
  • English Teacher
Qualifications BA (Hons) in English from Manchester Metropolitan University QTS Teach First

Kristel Siel

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Krystal Matthews

Job Titles:
  • SEN Teacher
Qualifications BA (Hons) Secondary Education (English Major) with QTS; BA Creative Industries (Drama) from Queensland University of Technology

Laura Evans

Job Titles:
  • Head of Physical Education
Qualifications BA (Hons) Physical Education - Leeds Beckett University PGCE Secondary Education - Edge Hill University MA Education - Edge Hill University

Leonila Igama

Job Titles:
  • School Nurse

Lindsey Nash

Job Titles:
  • Sciences Teacher

Linnet Omondi-Oladapo

Job Titles:
  • Finance Manager

Luke Coveney

Job Titles:
  • Year 2 Teacher
Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Journalism - University of Lincoln

Maeve Donaghy

Job Titles:
  • Year 1 Teacher
Qualifications BSc (Hons) Language and Linguistics. Classification: First class Honours. University of Ulster PGCE Primary with QTS. Liverpool Hope University

Majed Saleh

Job Titles:
  • Arabic, Islamic Education and Qatar History Teacher ( 2nd Language )
Qualifications Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature Postgraduate Certificate in Education Qualified Teacher Status Certificate of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) Master of Arts in Human Resource Management 5 years' experience My teaching career has enabled me to share my passion for languages with learners from various age groups in different countries in the Middle East and the United Kingdom. I find the international education sector an exciting field of practice that enriches a practitioner's experience, and I strive to deliver excellence, placing students at the heart of a rewarding job.

Manar Mahmoud Baraket

Job Titles:
  • Arabic Teacher ( Non - Native Speakers ) and Qatar History

Maral Baboyan

Job Titles:
  • HR Manager

Maria Zamudio

Job Titles:
  • Spanish Language Teacher

Marivic Gara

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Marwaan Belhouchet

Job Titles:
  • Head of Arabic and Islamic Studies

Maryam El Mestari

Job Titles:
  • Modern Foreign Languages Teacher

Mathu Paulraj

Job Titles:
  • Facilities Manager

Meashka Naicker

Job Titles:
  • Admissions Officer

Melissa Smith

Job Titles:
  • Head of EAL
Qualifications BSC (Hons) Psychology with Criminatory MSc Positive Psychology Graduate Teacher Programme with QTS Qualified SENDCO 16 years' experience I am a calm and organised primary teacher who has taught in reputable schools in London. I have been in Qatar for 6 years. I have taught in EYFS, and Key Stages 1 and 2. My previous positions of responsibility include Key Stage 1 Lead, Data Manager, Numicon Lead and Whole School EAL Lead. I enjoy working in leadership as I can positively affect more students and contribute to the wider success of the school. I am committed to having high expectations of our students and I am excited to work collaboratively with parents too. I use my specialism in developing a growth mindset to support our students who are learning English as an additional language to achieve their full potential.

Meryl Fossey

Job Titles:
  • Head of Early Years
Qualifications: BA Joint Hons English Language and Community Studies, University of Leeds PGCE Primary, University of Exeter

Michael Thomasson

Job Titles:
  • Assistant Head, Pastoral & Humanities
Qualifications BA (Hons) Geography (Urban and Regional) at Sheffield Hallam University, UK PGCE Geography at Nottingham University, UK I have had the pleasure of teaching in the Middle East for the past 13 years. I have enjoyed teaching a wide range of subjects including Geography, History, English, and EAL. I have also had the opportunity to lead teams and support inspiring teachers through my roles as Head of Year and Head of Department. I love working in such a fantastic location with excellent resources and facilities. I enjoy collaborating with new colleagues on designing and implementing structures and procedures that will promote our core values, and thus provide an outstanding educational experience for our students and foster a culture of success. ×

Mieke Grobler

Job Titles:
  • EAL Teacher
Qualifications Degree in Consumer Studies at The University of the Free State, South Africa

Mirasol Serratore

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant
Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Major in Management

Misbah Ahmad

Job Titles:
  • FS2 Teacher

Monika Rudnicka

Job Titles:
  • School Counsellor

Mugahid Fadool - CCO

Job Titles:
  • Public Relations Officer

Muireann Ní Bhaoill

Job Titles:
  • Music Teacher

Nadja Golijanin

Job Titles:
  • Year 6 Teacher
Qualifications BA (Hons) Marketing and Advertising with Media and Cultural Studies QTS in Primary School Teaching

Nafisa Ali

Job Titles:
  • Lead Nurse

Niall Quinn

Job Titles:
  • Head of Design & Technology
Qualifications BEd(Hons) Post-Primary with Technology & Design

Niamh Kuncaitis

Job Titles:
  • Assistant Head of Primary, Pastoral
Qualifications BA Honors Degree in Education from Trinity College Dublin.

Nicky Kates

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant
Qualifications CACHE level 3 NVQ in Children's care, learning and development I have worked in education for over 20 years as a nursery nurse, a teaching assistant, and most recently an Inclusion support officer supporting SEND in Early years. I have a real passion for SEND and supporting children to reach their full potential. I am very much looking forward to meeting pupils, staff and parents at USI.

Nicola Douglas

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant
I have worked in care for 13 years, providing care for young adults and elderly people. I am a very approachable person and get a real joy from helping others. Delivering person centred care to a high standard has always been a big part of my role and I love having a positive impact on people's lives. I love meeting pupils, staff and parents from different cultures and building positive relationships.

Nisreen Qudah

Job Titles:
  • Arabic Teacher ( Maternity Cover )

Noelle Meenagh

Job Titles:
  • Year 1 Teacher and Head of Year
Qualifications Bachelor of Education - Primary Education with Geography

Ololade Sonupe

Job Titles:
  • Drama Teacher

Oluchi Uche

Job Titles:
  • Year 6 Teacher and Head of Year
Qualifications BA (Hons) Education with Special Educational Needs and Inclusion at Bishop Grosseteste University, Lincoln PGCE, University of Lincoln

Parcy Inoy

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Patricia Baker

Job Titles:
  • Head of ICT & Computer Science
Qualifications BA Hons Computer Animation and Masters degree in Sequential Design PGCE in ICT with QTS

Paul Hyndman

Job Titles:
  • Teacher

Paul Masangcay

Job Titles:
  • Accounts Supervisor

Paula Anderson

Job Titles:
  • FS1 Teacher

Rana Chehab

Job Titles:
  • Executive PA and Ministry Liaison

Rania Mokhtar

Job Titles:
  • Teacher, Islamic Education & Qatar History ( 1st Language )
Qualifications PHD in Arabic Department of Rhetoric and Criticism.

Rania Saheh

Job Titles:
  • Administrative Assistant

Rebbecca Leslie

Job Titles:
  • Early Years Receptionist

Rebecca Etchels

Job Titles:
  • Year 1 Teacher
Qualifications BA( Hons) Bachelor of Arts and Postgraduate diploma in Primary Education with Qualified teacher status at the University of Dundee.

Rebecca Harrison

Job Titles:
  • Year 5 Teacher
Qualifications BA English and PGCE, University College London

Rebecca Shea

Job Titles:
  • FS2 Teacher

Reenu Preejith

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Resham Khadka

Job Titles:
  • Lifeguard

Rochelle Mayo

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Ross Thompson Mackell

Job Titles:
  • Year 4 Teacher
Qualifications Degree in Primary Education - Sheffield Hallam University

Saleem Hussain

Job Titles:
  • Sciences Teacher

Selma Brenkley

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant
Qualifications Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from University of Sarajevo, Master of Arts studies in International Relations and Diplomacy, University of Sarajevo

Sharmin Nizamudeen

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Shehla Hussey

Job Titles:
  • Head of Operations

Sherrylusha Kock

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Shuba Khanom

Job Titles:
  • Design and Technology Teacher ( Food Technology Focus )
Qualifications BA (Hons) Graphic Information Design - University of Westminster PGCE with QTS in Secondary Design and Technology - University of Greenwich

Simon Corbett

Job Titles:
  • Year 5 Teacher
Qualifications Bachelor of Education from The University of Edinburgh

Simone Dean

Job Titles:
  • FS1 Teacher & Year Group Lead

Sorcha Nolan

Job Titles:
  • FS2 Teacher

Stephanie Hopkinson

Job Titles:
  • Assistant Head of Teaching & Learning for Primary
Qualifications BA (Hons) Social and Cultural Studies with Film Studies, University of Nottingham PGCE (Primary) Oxford Brookes University

Stephen Douglas

Job Titles:
  • Physical Education Teacher
Qualifications Degree of Bachelor of Education - The University of Edinburgh

Susan Peoples

Job Titles:
  • Year 6 Teacher

Suzuki Music

Job Titles:
  • Teacher Qualification

Tamara Hartman

Job Titles:
  • Secondary Art Teacher
Qualifications BA Ceramic design, PGCE Art and English

Tasmin Khan

Job Titles:
  • FS1 Teacher

Tatiana Bemfica

Job Titles:
  • Administrative Assistant

Temitayo Opasina

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant
Qualifications BSc. (Hons) Sociology - Covenant University, Nigeria

Unal Duzgun

Job Titles:
  • Head of Drama
Qualifications BA Hons Drama & Theatre Studies - Southbank University

Vanja Jovicic

Job Titles:
  • Main Desk Receptionist

Vishali Dasi

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant
I was born and raised in India. I hold a degree in commerce from Katatiya University and a Bachelor of Education Degree from Andara University in India. Having teaching experience both in India and Qatar, I hold a total of 11 years working as a teacher and a teaching assistant. I am passionate about what I do, enthusiastic and love to be around children.

Yasmin Abbas

Job Titles:
  • Maths Teacher
Qualifications Mathematics BSc (1 st Class) - University of Hertfordshire

Yusra Kanbour

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Zaheen Bhutto

Job Titles:
  • Teaching Assistant

Zunarah Siddiqui

Job Titles:
  • Parent Relations Executive / ISAMS Manager

Zyryll Jane Gois

Job Titles:
  • Science Technician