School Staff
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Joshua C. James
Principal
Born and raised in Cornwall, UK, A-levels Music, Drama, English Literature & Language, Music Technology at Truro College, UK, BSc University of Hertfordshire. Permanent resident in Szczecin as of 2009, named ambassador of Szczecin 2013, founded SAIL in 2015. English native speaker, speak fluent polish, grade 8 percussionist, commercial composer. Passionate about fun, fair and fruitful learning, enjoy science, sports, drama and music.
Principal
Born and raised in Cornwall, UK, A-levels Music, Drama, English Literature & Language, Music Technology at Truro College, UK, BSc University of Hertfordshire. Permanent resident in Szczecin as of 2009, named ambassador of Szczecin 2013, founded SAIL in 2015. English native speaker, speak fluent polish, grade 8 percussionist, commercial composer. Passionate about fun, fair and fruitful learning, enjoy science, sports, drama and music.
Sawa Sawaszkiewicz - James
Head Mistress / P5 & P6 Form Teacher
Exams Officer
From Szczecin, studied Orchestral and Choir Conducting at Academy of Art in Szczecin. Graduated II stage Music School in the name of Felix Nowowiejski, qualified Eurythmics Teacher, enjoy working with children, socialising, organising and having fun.
Head Mistress / P5 & P6 Form Teacher
Exams Officer
From Szczecin, studied Orchestral and Choir Conducting at Academy of Art in Szczecin. Graduated II stage Music School in the name of Felix Nowowiejski, qualified Eurythmics Teacher, enjoy working with children, socialising, organising and having fun.
Agnieszka Kublicka-Kowalewska
Deputy Head/ Year 3 Form Teacher
MA Pedagogical Studies University of Szczecin, PGC Early Years Education, PGC Methodology of Teaching English. Experienced Primary Teacher, previously worked in the British International School of Szczecin and the Szczecin International School. Academic Teacher of Methodology of Teaching English in Early Years Education. Attended many workshops and training courses in psychology and teaching methodology. Passionate about neuroeducation, loves travelling, reading detective stories and dancing. Her motto is „Teachers who love teaching, teach children to love learning”.
Deputy Head/ Year 3 Form Teacher
MA Pedagogical Studies University of Szczecin, PGC Early Years Education, PGC Methodology of Teaching English. Experienced Primary Teacher, previously worked in the British International School of Szczecin and the Szczecin International School. Academic Teacher of Methodology of Teaching English in Early Years Education. Attended many workshops and training courses in psychology and teaching methodology. Passionate about neuroeducation, loves travelling, reading detective stories and dancing. Her motto is „Teachers who love teaching, teach children to love learning”.
Karolina Nowakowska
Secretary/Librarian
BA Academy of Agriculture in Szczecin, Economics, part-time Rehabilitation Pedagogy at H-E Academy in Łódz, PGDip Librarianship and Scientific Knowledge, loves interaction with people and children and for that reason enjoys working as a secretary, takes care of two daughters in spare time, enjoys volleyball and movies.
Secretary/Librarian
BA Academy of Agriculture in Szczecin, Economics, part-time Rehabilitation Pedagogy at H-E Academy in Łódz, PGDip Librarianship and Scientific Knowledge, loves interaction with people and children and for that reason enjoys working as a secretary, takes care of two daughters in spare time, enjoys volleyball and movies.
Andrzej Świeboda
Administrative Manager
Born in Szczecin, MA Sociology University of Szczecin. His passion turned into a full time job in education as guitar teacher, computer specialist and school administrator. He likes challenges, solving problems and getting to know other people from all around the world.
Administrative Manager
Born in Szczecin, MA Sociology University of Szczecin. His passion turned into a full time job in education as guitar teacher, computer specialist and school administrator. He likes challenges, solving problems and getting to know other people from all around the world.
Jagoda Wieczorek
Reception Form Teacher / Extra English Teacher
MA Early Years Education University of Szczecin, Graduated Academy of Music on 3 different instruments, experienced nanny, animator, pre-school and school teacher, lived for two years in the United States of America, attended many workshops and training courses in music and education, considers primary education a perfect match for her personality and as a profession and fun, creative and active learning to be her goal, proud mother of 4 year old daughter.
Reception Form Teacher / Extra English Teacher
MA Early Years Education University of Szczecin, Graduated Academy of Music on 3 different instruments, experienced nanny, animator, pre-school and school teacher, lived for two years in the United States of America, attended many workshops and training courses in music and education, considers primary education a perfect match for her personality and as a profession and fun, creative and active learning to be her goal, proud mother of 4 year old daughter.
Agata Kaczmarek
Reception Form Teacher (currently on maternity leave)
Reception Form Teacher (currently on maternity leave)
Aneta Kowalska
P 1 Form Teacher / English Mother Tongue Teacher
Born in Poland, lived in England for 11 years and experienced a range of British nurseries (kindergarten) and primary schools. A University of Derby graduate with BA Honours in Child and Youth Studies and a Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator). Worked with the English National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage Framework as the statutory learning programmes. Very passionate about the early years sector supporting children in developing their emergent learning skills. The key to effective learning and development is by providing children with a safe, caring and developmentally appropriate environment for children to grow and discover their endless possibilities. In the meantime, I enjoy travelling, movies and books.
P 1 Form Teacher / English Mother Tongue Teacher
Born in Poland, lived in England for 11 years and experienced a range of British nurseries (kindergarten) and primary schools. A University of Derby graduate with BA Honours in Child and Youth Studies and a Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator). Worked with the English National Curriculum and Early Years Foundation Stage Framework as the statutory learning programmes. Very passionate about the early years sector supporting children in developing their emergent learning skills. The key to effective learning and development is by providing children with a safe, caring and developmentally appropriate environment for children to grow and discover their endless possibilities. In the meantime, I enjoy travelling, movies and books.
Małgorzata Pupek
P 2/1 Form Teacher (Year 1)
Polish Philology and Early Years Education graduate from the University of Szczecin and WSHTWP in Szczecin. Has worked as a pre-school, school and English teacher in International Schools and Kindergartens since 2014. For her, working with children is an unlimited source of inspiration, creativity and energy. Passionate about travelling, literature, martial arts and hiking.
P 2/1 Form Teacher (Year 1)
Polish Philology and Early Years Education graduate from the University of Szczecin and WSHTWP in Szczecin. Has worked as a pre-school, school and English teacher in International Schools and Kindergartens since 2014. For her, working with children is an unlimited source of inspiration, creativity and energy. Passionate about travelling, literature, martial arts and hiking.
Daria Zając
P 2/2 Form Teacher / Extra English Teacher
English Philology and Early Years Education graduate from the University of Szczecin and UNED University in Spain. Has worked as an English teacher in Szczecin and Madrid with children and adults and since 2013 has been teaching primary pupils at international schools. Passionate about travelling, running, literature and photography, speaks fluent English and Spanish, also works as a part-time tour guide in Szczecin.
P 2/2 Form Teacher / Extra English Teacher
English Philology and Early Years Education graduate from the University of Szczecin and UNED University in Spain. Has worked as an English teacher in Szczecin and Madrid with children and adults and since 2013 has been teaching primary pupils at international schools. Passionate about travelling, running, literature and photography, speaks fluent English and Spanish, also works as a part-time tour guide in Szczecin.
Magdalena Sobczyńska
P4 Form Teacher
Arts and Crafts /Design & Technology / DCC Teacher
P4 Form Teacher
Arts and Crafts /Design & Technology / DCC Teacher
Magdalena Dudek
P 7 & 8 Form Teacher/ English Teacher/ Chemistry Teacher
P 7 & 8 Form Teacher/ English Teacher/ Chemistry Teacher
Jason Streitfeld
English Mother Tongue
MA European Studies from University of Szczecin. BA English Literature and Cultural Studies from Carnegie Mellon University, born and raised in South Florida, lived in Pittsburgh, New York City and Austin, as well as Daegu and Prague. Jason has taught in international schools for over 5 years, and has been teaching English since 2004. He is an IB examiner in the areas of Language & Literature and Theory of Knowledge. Jason is an amateur philosopher, musician and writer and lives in Szczecin with his Polish Wife and two children.
English Mother Tongue
MA European Studies from University of Szczecin. BA English Literature and Cultural Studies from Carnegie Mellon University, born and raised in South Florida, lived in Pittsburgh, New York City and Austin, as well as Daegu and Prague. Jason has taught in international schools for over 5 years, and has been teaching English since 2004. He is an IB examiner in the areas of Language & Literature and Theory of Knowledge. Jason is an amateur philosopher, musician and writer and lives in Szczecin with his Polish Wife and two children.
Alicja Łacina
Polish Teacher
Polish philology graduate from University of Szczecin. After graduation, worked as Polish as Foreign Language teacher for Erasmus Plus Exchange Students and in Cosinus School of Szczecin. Love to polish literature led her to giving lectures at home university. She found passion in working with children and wants to help them in developing their skills. After work she likes Tarantino's films, modern art and backpacking.
Polish Teacher
Polish philology graduate from University of Szczecin. After graduation, worked as Polish as Foreign Language teacher for Erasmus Plus Exchange Students and in Cosinus School of Szczecin. Love to polish literature led her to giving lectures at home university. She found passion in working with children and wants to help them in developing their skills. After work she likes Tarantino's films, modern art and backpacking.
Marta Starczewska
Mathematics Teacher
MSc Information Technology and Mathematics Zachodniopomorski University of Technology, Graduated management and real estate transactions University of Szczecin, PGC in Children Education, enjoy teaching and observing children become wiser and growing in confidence, especially in math, enjoy connecting with people and travelling.
Mathematics Teacher
MSc Information Technology and Mathematics Zachodniopomorski University of Technology, Graduated management and real estate transactions University of Szczecin, PGC in Children Education, enjoy teaching and observing children become wiser and growing in confidence, especially in math, enjoy connecting with people and travelling.
Dominik Zawadzki
Geography Teacher
Ph.D. in Geosciences, Ocean-ology with specialization of Geology. Since 2006 in full time position at Marine Geology Unit, Faculty of Geosciences, University of Szczecin. From 2014 to 2018 taught as secondary school teacher (mineralogy and spectrography, physical geology) in Technical Secondary School. Has experience teaching physical and historical geology, sedimentology, marine geology, marine and terrestrial sedimentary environments, geography of Poland, laboratories and workshops. In his free time, enjoys Scuba diving, cycling, travelling and mineral collecting.
Geography Teacher
Ph.D. in Geosciences, Ocean-ology with specialization of Geology. Since 2006 in full time position at Marine Geology Unit, Faculty of Geosciences, University of Szczecin. From 2014 to 2018 taught as secondary school teacher (mineralogy and spectrography, physical geology) in Technical Secondary School. Has experience teaching physical and historical geology, sedimentology, marine geology, marine and terrestrial sedimentary environments, geography of Poland, laboratories and workshops. In his free time, enjoys Scuba diving, cycling, travelling and mineral collecting.
Halina Koźluk
School Counselor / Business Studies Teacher
Mrs. Halina completed MA studies in pedagogy at the Catholic University of Lublin, postgraduate studies in Vocational counselling at the College of Humanities in Szczecin, the Study of Sociotherapy and Youth Psychotherapy at the Krakow Psychodynamic Center, Theology of Internal Life at the Pontifical Faculty of Theology in Warsaw and has completed multiple psychology training sessions. She worked as a pedagogue, sociotherapist, vocational counsellor and English language teacher in various types of schools (from kindergarten to high school). She loves to stimulate student's passion and curiosity through the methods of pedagogy of fun, drama, Origami art. Above all she has an empathic and individualized approach to each student. Outside of work, she likes spending time with friends, playing piano, swimming, cycling and walking in the mountains.
School Counselor / Business Studies Teacher
Mrs. Halina completed MA studies in pedagogy at the Catholic University of Lublin, postgraduate studies in Vocational counselling at the College of Humanities in Szczecin, the Study of Sociotherapy and Youth Psychotherapy at the Krakow Psychodynamic Center, Theology of Internal Life at the Pontifical Faculty of Theology in Warsaw and has completed multiple psychology training sessions. She worked as a pedagogue, sociotherapist, vocational counsellor and English language teacher in various types of schools (from kindergarten to high school). She loves to stimulate student's passion and curiosity through the methods of pedagogy of fun, drama, Origami art. Above all she has an empathic and individualized approach to each student. Outside of work, she likes spending time with friends, playing piano, swimming, cycling and walking in the mountains.
Tomasz Rozpondek
ICT Teacher
BA Information Technology Education from University of Szczecin. Cooperates with international IT companies on every day basis. His main fields of interest are computer networks, programming, history and motorization.
ICT Teacher
BA Information Technology Education from University of Szczecin. Cooperates with international IT companies on every day basis. His main fields of interest are computer networks, programming, history and motorization.
Dominika Zawistowska
Teaching Assistant / DCC Teacher
MA Resocialization and Tutelary Pedagogy, BA Tourism and Recreation Sociology, in the course of PGC Early Years Education. Previously worked in the British International School of Stavanger where loved working with children and connecting with people. Apart from living in Norway lived in England for two years where visited most of the country. Enjoys concerts and theatre plays, travelling, reading novel thrillers, but most of all loves being a mum for her 6 year old son and 3 year old daughter
Teaching Assistant / DCC Teacher
MA Resocialization and Tutelary Pedagogy, BA Tourism and Recreation Sociology, in the course of PGC Early Years Education. Previously worked in the British International School of Stavanger where loved working with children and connecting with people. Apart from living in Norway lived in England for two years where visited most of the country. Enjoys concerts and theatre plays, travelling, reading novel thrillers, but most of all loves being a mum for her 6 year old son and 3 year old daughter
Anna Nowik
Music Teacher / Drums Teacher
Musician and music teacher. Studied management at the University of Szczecin (bachelor’s degree 2005) and choir conducting and artistic education at the Music Academy in Poznań (bachelor’s degree in 2010). Works as a music and English teacher in public and private schools in Szczecin . In the meantime she is a bandleader and both a trombonist and a vocalist of the local jazz band SWING LOVERS, which she has started in 2002 with local pianist Stefan Lubkowski. The band performs locally and around the Europe and propagates such kinds of jazz like swing and Dixieland. A laureate of a prize of Dixieland competition Old Jazz Meeting ZŁOTA TARKA 2003 and Szczecin artistic scholarship 2008.
When she doesn’t sing , play or teach, she loves biking , swimming and sightseeing .
Music Teacher / Drums Teacher
Musician and music teacher. Studied management at the University of Szczecin (bachelor’s degree 2005) and choir conducting and artistic education at the Music Academy in Poznań (bachelor’s degree in 2010). Works as a music and English teacher in public and private schools in Szczecin . In the meantime she is a bandleader and both a trombonist and a vocalist of the local jazz band SWING LOVERS, which she has started in 2002 with local pianist Stefan Lubkowski. The band performs locally and around the Europe and propagates such kinds of jazz like swing and Dixieland. A laureate of a prize of Dixieland competition Old Jazz Meeting ZŁOTA TARKA 2003 and Szczecin artistic scholarship 2008.
When she doesn’t sing , play or teach, she loves biking , swimming and sightseeing .
Sandra Januszewska
Piano / Singing Teacher
Piano / Singing Teacher
Filippo Del Noce
Flute Teacher
The solo flute player of the Szczecin's Filharmonia. He comes from Torino, Italy, where he graduated with full marks and honours at the conservatory "Giuseppe Verdi". In order to perfect his playing he also studied later in the kunstuniversität of Graz and the Musikhochschule of Stuttgart. In Germany he worked as music teacher with more than 50 students in the staatliche musikschule in Horb am Neckar. He has experience with pupils of all ages and he is looking forward to meeting you if you would like to start learning the flute!
Flute Teacher
The solo flute player of the Szczecin's Filharmonia. He comes from Torino, Italy, where he graduated with full marks and honours at the conservatory "Giuseppe Verdi". In order to perfect his playing he also studied later in the kunstuniversität of Graz and the Musikhochschule of Stuttgart. In Germany he worked as music teacher with more than 50 students in the staatliche musikschule in Horb am Neckar. He has experience with pupils of all ages and he is looking forward to meeting you if you would like to start learning the flute!
Tomasz Kmita
Jiu Jitsu Instructor
Hello, my name is Tom. I have graduated the University of Szczecin in English philology. I have been training martial arts for the better part of my life. After winning gold at Polish National ADCC Championships I redirected my focus to teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to the younger generation. My main goal is to teach my students not only how to be a better competitor but also a better person.
Jiu Jitsu Instructor
Hello, my name is Tom. I have graduated the University of Szczecin in English philology. I have been training martial arts for the better part of my life. After winning gold at Polish National ADCC Championships I redirected my focus to teaching Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to the younger generation. My main goal is to teach my students not only how to be a better competitor but also a better person.
Marta Kisiel
Biology / Science Teacher / PE Teacher / SE Teacher
Postgraduate Studies “Physical Education on the I & II degree of educational stage for teachers” – University of Szczecin, Faculty of Physical Culture and Health. Doctoral Degree - University of Szczecin, Faculty of Biology. Postgraduate Studies in Nature - University of Szczecin, Faculty of Natural Sciences, field of Biology study. Graduate Studies of Biology - University of Szczecin, Faculty of Natural Sciences, field of Biology study.
Cambridge First Certificate - Stanton School of English in London. Hobbies in diving, travelling and interesting books.
Biology / Science Teacher / PE Teacher / SE Teacher
Postgraduate Studies “Physical Education on the I & II degree of educational stage for teachers” – University of Szczecin, Faculty of Physical Culture and Health. Doctoral Degree - University of Szczecin, Faculty of Biology. Postgraduate Studies in Nature - University of Szczecin, Faculty of Natural Sciences, field of Biology study. Graduate Studies of Biology - University of Szczecin, Faculty of Natural Sciences, field of Biology study.
Cambridge First Certificate - Stanton School of English in London. Hobbies in diving, travelling and interesting books.
Katarzyna Topczewska
German Teacher
Applied linguistics graduate from the University of Warsaw. Teacher with 14 years of experience. Lived in Berlin for few years, where she studied and worked as a translator. Working with children lets her look at the world from their perspective. Their smiled faces, trust and eagerness to learn turns her every day job into passion and joy.
German Teacher
Applied linguistics graduate from the University of Warsaw. Teacher with 14 years of experience. Lived in Berlin for few years, where she studied and worked as a translator. Working with children lets her look at the world from their perspective. Their smiled faces, trust and eagerness to learn turns her every day job into passion and joy.
Natalia Krynicka
Teaching Assistant / DCC Teacher
MA Pedagogy University of Szczecin, BA Public Health (health promotion and health education) Pomeranian Medical University of Szczecin, PGC Speech Therapy and Educational Therapy. Previously worked as school counsellor and speech therapist in primary school and junior high school. Enjoys working with children and helping them discover the world. In the meantime psychology enthusiast who loves to play tennis.
Teaching Assistant / DCC Teacher
MA Pedagogy University of Szczecin, BA Public Health (health promotion and health education) Pomeranian Medical University of Szczecin, PGC Speech Therapy and Educational Therapy. Previously worked as school counsellor and speech therapist in primary school and junior high school. Enjoys working with children and helping them discover the world. In the meantime psychology enthusiast who loves to play tennis.
Joanna Murawska
Norwegian Teacher / Teaching Assistant
Masters Degree in Kindegarten Education - SSW Collegium Balticum in Szczecin , lived for 10 years in Norway where i grew a passion as Norwegian Language Teacher (Norwegian Language Certificate Norskprove) inspired by the beauty of the landscapes and nature. Currently living in Poland and developing as translator. I enjoy spending my free time in company and enjoy travelling.
Norwegian Teacher / Teaching Assistant
Masters Degree in Kindegarten Education - SSW Collegium Balticum in Szczecin , lived for 10 years in Norway where i grew a passion as Norwegian Language Teacher (Norwegian Language Certificate Norskprove) inspired by the beauty of the landscapes and nature. Currently living in Poland and developing as translator. I enjoy spending my free time in company and enjoy travelling.
Paweł Chamera
PE Teacher
Master degree in Physical Education. Football coach with an international UEFA license. Currently taking up education in a doctoral school where he pursues a PhD in health and physical culture sciences. Conditioning preparation coordinator at the Football Academy School of Excellence. Privately a football and tennis fan. In free time he travels.
PE Teacher
Master degree in Physical Education. Football coach with an international UEFA license. Currently taking up education in a doctoral school where he pursues a PhD in health and physical culture sciences. Conditioning preparation coordinator at the Football Academy School of Excellence. Privately a football and tennis fan. In free time he travels.
