Native Teacher

John

Hello parents, my name is John and I am thrilled to be your child's kindergarten teacher.

I am married and have a 4 year old daughter named Minseo. Teaching young minds is my passion and I believe that every child has the potential to achieve great things.

As a caring and artistic teacher, I will strive to create a warm and engaging learning environment for your child, where they can explore, learn, and grow to their fullest potential. I look forward to working with you and your child this year.

Stephanie

My name is Stephanie Barrios, and I am coming from the United States with many years of teaching experience.

Throughout my teaching career, I have had the privilege of working with diverse groups of students, each with unique learning styles and cultural backgrounds. This experience has taught me the value of creating a welcoming and inclusive learning environment where every individual's voice is heard and respected.

I am excited to continue my teaching journey at Francis Parker.

Nini

Hello, I am Nini from Ireland, heading into my second year of teaching ESL to 7-year-olds.

I am passionate about fostering a positive learning environment. My goal is to connect with new students and enhance their English skills. Teaching has been an incredibly rewarding experience for me, as I witness the enthusiasm and curiosity of my students unfold each day.

I look forward to meeting the new incoming students soon. Here's to another year of meaningful language education!

Jordie

Hello, I’m Jordie Teacher, and this is second year teaching in South Korea.

I have a degree in Global Studies and I previously taught preschool in the United States for two years.

I am so excited to help Francis Parker students grow their English skills in a fun and engaging environment. My passion for early childhood education stems from a belief in every child's incredible potential to learn, especially when it comes to language acquisition. I look forward to learning, discovering, and growing with my lovely students!

Sveta

Hello. My name is Sveta Stotyka known as Ms. Sveta, pleased to meet you.

I am a teacher from the UK, London with a background in Education and Psychology.

I have been teaching in Korea for over 5years now and absolutely enjoy doing so!

I believe that education is important, as well as having fun whilst learning and growing as an individual in an environment of comfort,

positivity and curiosity.

I am very happy to be teaching at Francis Parker and I'll do my best to help the children in their English journey.

Amanda

Hello! My name is Ms. Amanda. I am excited to be joining Francis Parker Seocho to teach your children. I am from Chicago, in the United States. I have a bachelor’s degree in History and Political Science and a TEFL Certificate.

I have been teaching kindergarten and elementary school students in South Korea for almost 5 years now. Throughout my journey of being a teacher, I have been lucky enough to work with several amazing and smart kids who I have enjoyed expanding their minds.

Yojana

Hello! My name is Yojana, and I come from the wonderfully diverse country of South Africa. I hold a degree and a postgraduate degree in Supply Chain, Management, and Marketing, along with a 150-hour Master TEFL certificate. I have four years of teaching experience at kindergarten and elementary school levels and have also worked in my family business as a supply chain trainee. I danced ballet for many years, which remains one of my favorite hobbies.

This is my third year teaching in South Korea, and I have truly enjoyed being around the kids—it has been an absolute pleasure! As a teacher, I hope to inspire curious and energetic minds to learn beyond just the classroom. I believe that gaining knowledge should be both fun and academically rewarding. I’m also currently studying towards my teaching license to further my commitment to education.

I look forward to meeting all the students at Francis Parker, Seocho! 😊

Meriah

Hello! My name is Meriah, and I am from the United States. I have been teaching English in Korea for many years and taught young learners in America.

My previous experience in teaching young children has helped me to develop my abilities as a teacher throught great attention to detail and cohesion. I am confident that I can help the young learners gain greater confidence in their English abilities.

With my previous experience and expertise, I believe my contribution will have an immediate impact on lovely kids in Uris Class.

Korean Teacher

Jane

Welcome to Francis Parker!

It is wonderful to meet you. My name is Jane.

I have a wealth of experience in the field of education as I have been teaching. I hope to be a teacher who provides support and guidance with each child and brings out their potential and talents. I will also teach children in a more professional and systematic way based on the lessons and skills I have gained through my numerous experiences. Above all, I can't wait to help my students grow with positivity and love.

Thank you!

Lynn

Hello families, my name is Lynn.

I have been teaching children for many years, and I am the teacher for Uris class at

Francis Parker Seocho this year.

I am delighted to have your child in my class this year. In our class, students will be able to express their thoughts and feelings as they work together with other students.

We will work on developing our listening and writing skills while reading different types of stories. I want to motivate students as they grow in learning English, and I look forward to an exciting year.

Michelle

Hello, My name is Michelle! After acquiring a TESOL Certification, I have gained experience in English Education for young children. I studied English and French in Canada for several years, and I can aid students understanding of intercultural norms, values, and practices through my oversea experience.

I am committed to fostering a classroom environment that is built on respect and encourages students to pursue their individual passions.

I look forward to a wonderful year at the Francis Parker Seocho campus.

Olivia

Hi, my name is Olivia, and I am delighted to have the opportunity to meet each of you here at Francis Parker.

My professional journey began with a focus on social work after graduation, specifically within the realm of child welfare.

However, my path took a transformative turn when I moved to Australia, where I immersed myself in learning English and experienced firsthand the profound expansion of my perspective. Through this experience,

I came to realize the immense impact language acquisition can have on broadening our horizons.

Motivated by a desire to share this experience with children, I returned to Korea and dedicated several years to teaching English.

Seeking to deepen my knowledge in the field of education, I pursued further studies in Early childhood education upon returning to Australia. Following that, I assumed a leadership role in a local kindergarten, dedicating seven years to teaching and nurturing young minds in Australia.

Upon the completion of my time at the kindergarten and the transition of my students to primary school,

I felt compelled to return to Korea to pursue my professional goal of equipping young learners with the linguistic skills necessary to navigate the world around them. My passion lies in creating nurturing and inclusive learning environments where children can genuinely enjoy the process of learning.

I am thrilled to be part of this great team at Francis Parker, and I eagerly anticipate our collaborative efforts in fostering a conducive learning environment for our children. Looking forward to our journey ahead together!

Hanna

Hello ! My name is Hanna.

It is a very pleasure to meet you.

I have graduated high schools in the US and have 9 years of experience teaching at another English Kindergarten.

I strived to develop strong relationship with students and parents.

My primary goal is to help students build confidence in the English language. I believe in creating a classroom environment that is not only warm and inviting but also one that encourages students to express their individuality and creativity freely.

I am looking forward to working with amazing students, parents and teachers in Francis Parker.

Thank you.

Jiny

Hello parents!

I am Jiny, and I am in charge of Uris class.

After living abroad for 12 years, I became a Korean↔English interpreter. Soon after, I acquired TESOL certification and taught young children. At the same time, drawing on 20 years of ballet training, I taught ballet and physical education both in Korea and abroad for a few years.

Teaching more than 500 children has taught me to tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each student. With these experiences, I will ensure that every student remains engaged

and excels within the classroom.

Here at Francis Parker, I will make a meaningful contribution to the development of the next generation in our society.

Thank you.