About Us

Education

• Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education).
• Master of Arts (Education) – M.Ed.
• National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH).
• PQSI Serco OFSTED Inspector Training.
• NSPPC 2-day Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• National Professional Qualification for Executive Leaders (NQPEL).

Work Experience

• Principal of a start-up school in Dubai, UAE – Citizens School, Dubai.
• CEO – Sherborne Area Schools Trust, Dorset, UK – a MAT of 18 Schools.
• Secondary Executive Director of Education within a nationally recognised MAT of 33,000 students – Academies Enterprise Trust (AET), London, UK.
• Director of Education – Anthem Trust, Reading, UK –  responsible for leading and managing a system-wide school improvement strategy within a MAT of 16 schools. Doubled the size of an independent international college whilst significantly improving educational outcomes and social integration.
• Regional Principal – Focus Learning Trust, Warwick, UK. Led and managed a team of 50 leaders in designing, implementing and evaluating a new curriculum for 27 Schools throughout the UK.
• Director/Executive Headteacher – Morna International College, Ibiza, Spain.
• Led and managed ‘Good’ and ‘Outstanding’ inspection outcomes via national and international accountability measures (Ofsted, DfE, SiS and NABSS).
• Line-managed, coached and mentored headteachers (18) responsible for 3-18 year-old learners in a wide range of educational and socially diverse contexts.
• Professional tutor for initial teacher training, aspiring middle leaders and senior leaders using nationally accredited programmes including NPQML, NPQSL and NPQH qualifications.
• Leading pedagogical programme for over 60 schools within a global faith-based educational organisation.

I am absolutely thrilled to be joining the Lumio team as the founding Head of School. The opportunity to collaborate with international colleagues from around the world in providing a truly holistic educational environment for the students is one I am really excited about. The vision and values of the proprietor align with my educational ethos, and I am looking forward to establishing a team who deliver a personalised educational experience for every student, through an inclusive and holistic experience. It is a once in a lifetime opportunity to lead a not-for-profit international school and work in partnership with the founder, staff and families in creating a Lumio community.

Education

• BA honours Primary Education specialising in Geography at Winchester University.
• National Qualification for Head Teachers – Ambition.
• DDSL – National College.
• LAC Lead – National College.
• PREVENT – Home office.
• Cyber security / Online safety – Acorn.
• FGM – National College.

Work Experience

• 17 years of experience in primary education.
• 6 years’ experience as head teacher and part of the school improvement team of a multi academy trust.
• Headteacher of The Avenue Children’s Centre and Primary School.
• Teacher & Maths Lead – St Andrews Primary School.
• Phonics and Olevi leadership Course facilitator – Pickwick Phonics.
• Class teacher, tutor & Maths Lead – Godolphin Prep Independent.
• Class Teacher & Curriculum Lead – Woodland Primary.
• Class Teacher & ECT – Clarendon Junior School.
• Leading CPD to teachers across England.

I did my first 25m dive in the Aliwal Shoal in South Africa.  I saw a turtle and was hooked!  I cannot wait to see what there is to be seen here in Cyprus.

I always wanted to be a teacher.  My youngest childhood memory of planning with friends is playing at schools and I couldn’t wait until it was my turn to be the teacher!

Education

• PhD in Special Educational Needs – Practical routes and methodologies for students with SEND – Lisbon University, Portugal.
• Master of Science degree in Educational Psychology – Social, Emotional and Behavioural difficulties – Salamanca University, Spain.
• Bachelor of Arts degree in Education – ESEV, Viseu University, Portugal.

Work Experience

• Head of Inclusion/SENDCo (Bloom Company) – Cycle 1 Umm Al Quwain Ajyal Schools, UAQ, UAE.
• Head of Inclusion/ SENDCo (Bloom Company) – Ain Al Fayedha School, Al Ain, UAE.
• Head of Inclusion/ SENDCo  – Pace British School, Sharjah, UAE.
• Head of Inclusion/ SEN Coach – Avalon Heights Private School, Ajman, UAE.
• Head of Inclusion/ SENDCo – Topcliffe School, Birmingham, UK.
• SEN Teacher, Challenging Behavioural Specialist – Leicester School and College, Leicester, UK.

I’m all about chasing thrills with radical sports! Whether it’s zip lining through the treetops or parachuting out of planes, I’m always up for an adrenaline rush. It keeps me feeling energised and ready for the next adventure!

Working in schools has always been a passion of mine, especially when it comes to promoting inclusion. The way Lumio is shaping education into something like a dream school is exactly what I’ve always hoped for—a place where every child can shine.

Education

• Second Degree in Teaching English – Lucian Blaga University, Sibiu Romania.
• Post Graduate Certificate in Education – University of Bucharest.
• Bachelor of Arts in English and American Language and Literature – Transilvania University.

Work Experience

• Primary Class Teacher / IB PYP 5 Homeroom Teacher – Ljubljana International School, Slovenia.
• Primary Class Teacher and Secondary English Teacher – Open School International, France.
• Kindergarten and Primary Class Teacher / Curriculum Coordinator / Year Leader – Kuwait International English School and Cambridge English School, Kuwait.
• Teacher of English / Head of the Educational Committee / Year 8 Class Tutor – Public Primary Schools, Romania.

I spent 16 years living in the desert, I absolutely love hiking, cycling, and exploring new places! Despite my desert adventure, I’ve hiked the stunning Dolomites in Italy, tackled mountains in Slovenia and Romania, and even rafted through the Soca Valley. And yes, I’ve jumped into freezing mountain lakes—totally worth it!

Teaching has always been my passion, and I’m here because I believe in the power of education to make a real difference. I’m especially inspired by the name “Lumio,” which means “light” — a perfect reminder of what I hope to bring into the classroom. My goal is to help every child shine and become the best version of themselves, both academically and personally.

Education

• Doctorate degree in Organic Chemistry (University of Manchester, UK).

Work Experience

• Coauthor of the Pearson’s IBDP Chemistry 3rd Edition textbook.
• 10 years of experience as an IB DP teacher, head of department and head of secondary school in various international schools.
• Research and development chemist in a pharmaceutical company.

While working on my PhD at the University of Manchester, I was initially offered the chance to teach a support class for first-year undergraduates as a way to earn some extra money, which I needed at the time. To my surprise, I discovered not only that I enjoyed teaching, but also that I had a knack for it. By the end of my first year, I was teaching an after school support class for my supervisor, employed as a teaching assistant for second-year organic chemistry labs, and volunteering with the School of Chemistry’s outreach programme. These experiences eventually led me to become involved with the Salters’ Institute and Manchester’s Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) as a ‘Science Ambassador.’ In this role, during the last two years of my PhD, I visited several K-12 schools across Greater Manchester, promoting STEM education through exciting flash-bang demonstrations, hands-on activities, and interactive discussions with students of all ages. Looking back, teaching was always in my path—it just took some time for me to fully embrace it.

Education

• Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics at the University of Hull, UK.
• SCITT with PGCE at Nova Trust (Nottingham, GB).
• Linking Curriculum to STEM at Future Learn.
• NPQLT at Better Learn.
• NPQSL at Better Learn (in progress).

Work Experience

• 7 years of experience in education.
• Head of Department at the Gulf British Academy in Kuwait.
• Teacher of Maths at TLR at Bishop of Llandaff High school.
• Teacher of Mathematics at Willenhall E-ACT Academy.
• Teacher, Cleethorpes Academy.

I have visited over 35 countries.

I decided to work at Lumio School as it was a start up school and wanted to be part of the project from Day One.

Education

• Master’s degree in education – Teaching and Learning – University of Buckingham.
• The National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership (NPQSL) – Best Practice Network.
• PGCE Geography, Secondary Education – Teaching and Learning – University of the West of England.
• Bachelor of Arts (BA), Human Geography – University of Portsmouth.

Work Experience

• 18 years of experience in education.
• Head of Geography North London Collegiate School Jeju, South Korea.
• Geography Teacher & School Governor – Doha College, Qatar.
• Educational Podcaster/presenter/interviewer – Teachers Talk Radio · Part-time.
• Deputy Head 6th form, CAS Coordinator, Teacher of Geography & TOK – British School Jakarta (formerly British International School).
• Head of Year & Geography Teacher – Dulwich College Shanghai, China.
• Head of Geography & Service Coordinator – The ABC International School, Vietnam.
• Teacher of Geography & Business Studies – Patchway Community College, Bristol, UK.
• Fitness Instructor Gloucestershire County Cricket Club, Bristol, UK.

I am partial to long cycle rides, having cycled from Seoul to Busan (527km) in one day, the circumference of Qatar (520km) in one day, as well as riding the length of the UK from Land’s End to John O’Groats (“LEJOG” 1500km) in just 7 days!

After qualifying as a fitness instructor in my younger years, I developed a keen interest in teaching and enjoyed being part of helping my clients achieve their goals. I was subsequently able to combine my love of geography, the outside world, and teaching by training as a teacher. I have a significant interest in educational research, particularly its capacity to empower teachers to continually improve. I enjoy helping students realize their academic potential and become happy and healthy global citizens, fostering ambitions to make the world a more peaceful and sustainable place.

Education

• Master’s degree in Art and Design Education (UK).
• PGCE in Secondary Art and Design (UK).

Work Experience

• Secondary Art and Design teacher in London, England.
• 16 years of experience as a teacher and head of department in schools in England, Cyprus and Abu Dhabi.
• Over 25 years of experience in the arts as a practicing and exhibiting artist with exhibitions in the UK, UAE, Cyprus and Greece and as a special effects artist with work included in international television shows, theatre productions, feature films, companies and museums.

I love swimming and am an open water swimmer. I swim all year round, even in Winter!

The reason I started to teach is to make a difference in every learners’ life.

Education

• University of Wales Institute Cardiff – Leisure and Sports Management.
• Cardiff Metropolitan University – 1st Class Honours BSc. Performance Analysis.

Sporting Awards

• Lawn Tennis Association Qualified Tennis Coach.
• United States Professional Tennis Registry Qualified Coach.
• RPT (Spain) Qualified Tennis Coach.
• Football Association of Wales C Licence Coach.
• England and Wales Cricket Board Level 2 Coach.

Work Experience

• Head coach at Aphrodite Hills Tennis Academy – Tennis, Padel, Football and Basketball.
• Head coach for The Annabel Croft Tennis Academy,  London.
• Head coach and Director of Tennis for the European Tennis Academy, Switzerland.
• Sports World for the last 15 years, mainly in Tennis.

I used to be a member of the Footballs supporters Federation of Wales where I travelled with the Wales National Football Team across Europe keeping Welsh football fans safe and informed. I have travelled to 20 different countries in Europe following the team.

Lumio is a dream come true for me. To have been approached and asked to be a part of a school which has children at the forefront of education and curriculum excites me a lot. To work with like-minded professionals is so exciting.

Education

• Faculty of Sociology – Psychology and Pedagogy (Pedagogical College) – Transilvania University Brasov Romania.
• Specialisations –  English Language Teacher/Primary Class Teacher – Pedagogical College.
• Bachelor of Education Degree. (Equivalent)

Work Experience

• Entrepreneur/English teacher – EduCa-English Centre, France.
• IB coordinator (PYP/MYP) – Ljubljana International School, Slovenia.
• Grade 3-4 Homeroom Teacher – Ljubljana International School, Slovenia.
• Y3/6 Class Teacher – Open Sky International, France.
• Y4 Class Teacher – International British School, Kuwait.
• Y6 Class Teacher – Kuwait International English School, Kuwait.
• Y4/5 Class Teacher/Leader – Cambridge English School, Kuwait.

Training while fasting can boost fat burning, and bodybuilding endurance makes hiking easier. Combining these passions makes me ready to conquer any trail!  Daily interactions with many different cultures, nationalities and languages is a very energising way to live your life.

For many years, we have been dreaming about living and working in a place which has both a lot of sun and a teaching environment that cherishes a holistic education and equally respects students and teachers. Until recently, we have had either one or the other, at best.  I believe my wife and I may have found such a place at Lumio School in sunny Paphos.

Education

• Bachelor of Arts in Spanish – Queens University Belfast, N.Ireland.
• Post Graduate Certificate in Education – Queens University Belfast, N.Ireland.
• Post Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Development – Staffordshire University, England.
• Certificate in Cambridge Lower English as a Second Language, Cambridge Assessment International
  Education, UK.

Work Experience

• Teacher in Charge of Spanish in Hunterhouse College Voluntary Grammar School, Belfast, N.Ireland.
• Primary School ESL Teacher in Colegio Francisco Arriarán, Santiago, Chile.
• Teacher of ESL in Grant’s English, Santiago, Chile.
• Teacher of ESL in Inlingua, Santander, Spain.
• Teacher of IGCSE English as a Second Language for CFBT Education Services in Brunei, Borneo.

My amazing A Level Art teacher was the reason I considered the teaching profession and I later pursued this through Modern Foreign Languages. I love the fact that my international teaching career has allowed me to explore so many fascinating parts of our planet, including Cyprus!

Education

• Degree in Electrical Engineering and Power Systems – Ural Federal University.
• Retraining program of the Institute for Educational Development.
• Certified Evaluating Expert in Mobile Robotics – WorldSkills (2021-2023).

Work Experience

• Teacher of Computer Science and Robotics in Moscow, leading projects such as IT Polygon and Engineering and IT classes.
• Teacher of Computer Science and Robotics in Yekaterinburg, developing educational programs and courses, and curating career guidance projects.
• Expert Assessor in Mobile Robotics at WorldSkills, evaluating and mentoring students.
• Mentor to students, helping them achieve success in various competitions.
• Developer of educational programs and interactive learning materials.
• Organiser of robotics competitions, promoting hands-on learning and innovation.

In families of teachers, the profession is often passed down, as in a poem by Agniya Barto:
Petya was born in a teacher’s family.
They decided to raise Petya strictly.
In the evening, Petya came into the world,
By morning, a family council was called.
My grandmother and mother are both teachers, but my journey into education was unexpected. The decision to become a teacher found me accidentally during my third year at university.

And here’s a fun fact about me: I spent four years doing ballroom dancing!

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in education (Physics) – Russia State Pedagogical University.

Work Experience

• 14 years experience in education.
• HS Robotics, STEAM Design and Coding Teacher – Carol Morgan School, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
• ES ICT and MS Physics Teacher – Projector School, Tbilisi, Georgia.
• MS/HS Physics Teacher – Public School 244, St. Petersburg, Russia..

I love to travel and explore the world, I have already visited 50 countries and am not going to stop. Another passion of mine is theatre,  I always try to watch shows if it is possible.  I watched plays,  opera and ballet in Russia, Germany, France, Spain, the USA, Dominican Republic and even staged one by myself.

My main joy in teaching is to see students’ progress (even if it is done with small steps) and all these ‘insight’ moments when children realise how to solve a challenge.  Lumio School seems as the perfect place where these progressions and insights may happen.

Education

• Bachelor’s in Biology – Fatih University, Istanbul, Turkey.
• Master’s in Pedagogy – International Alatoo University, Kyrgyzstan.
• Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching Biology.

Work Experience

• Head of the Biology Department and IGCSE Biology Teacher at Kings International School in Yangon, Myanmar.
• IGCSE Biology and  Cambridge Science Teacher and Homeroom Mentor at Bahan International Science Academy in Yangon.
• Edexcel International GCSE Biology  and health care Teacher at Meridian International School, Kyiv, Ukraine.
• IGCSE and A level Biology Teacher at Intellectual Schools, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
• Taught A level Biology and Biology Olympiad Assessment Specialist at Sapat International School in Osh, Kyrgyzstan.

Teaching in Kyrgyzstan, Ukraine, Ethiopia, and Myanmar has given me invaluable insights into diverse cultures and educational systems, broadening my perspective and enriching my approach to teaching. I speak four languages: English, Russian, Kyrgyz, and Turkish, which comes in handy in diverse classrooms!

I’m really excited about the opportunity to join Lumio School because of its fresh approach to education and its commitment to creating a supportive, inspiring environment. The focus on holistic development, modern facilities, and the International Baccalaureate Programme perfectly aligns with my career plan and purpose. I’m also drawn to Lumio’s emphasis on cultural diversity which matches my own experience teaching in different countries. I’m eager to be part of a team that’s dedicated to both academic excellence and helping students grow as individuals.

Education

• BA degree in Classics – Willamette University, US.
• Post Graduate Baccalaureate – University of Pennsylvania, US.
• MA degree in Classics – Washington University in St. Louis, US.
• PGCE – Sunderland University, UK.

Work Experience

• 14 Years of experience in education.
• Coordinator for Social Studies – International School on the Rhine.
• English, Geography, EAL, AP History – International School on the Rhine.
• Head of History – Misr American College in Cairo.
• AP European History, Geography, US History teacher – International School of Choueifat-Katameya.
• Western Civilization instructor- Northern Kentucky University.
• 2 years of Archaeological research and fieldwork – Greece, Italy, and the United States.

For over 12 years, I’ve conducted archaeological excavations across the Mediterranean and the United States. My work includes discovering and studying the world’s earliest (shiny) lead glaze, as well as helping to recover significant artifacts, such as a gold-riveted sword from a pre-Trojan War grave in Athens.

I’m excited to join Lumio because I’ve always been passionate about the transformative power of knowledge and understanding, both individually and culturally. This knowledge often ignites development, reshaping minds for the better. Lumio’s holistic vision offers a unique opportunity to cultivate this kind of true education in real time, within a community that, I believe, will revolutionise the educational framework.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy, Pedagogy and Psychology – National and Kapodistrian University of Athens- School of Philosophy
• Masters degree in Special/Inclusive Education – European University of Cyprus.

Work Experience

• Curriculum Director at a private kindergarten (part time).
• Practical Training at the B’ experimental teaching high school at Ampelokipous.
• Developed programmes on recycling for primary schools for green dot company.
• Courses in private school for children with special learning needs.
• Private institute for additional help for children with learning difficulties that are included in mainstream school.
• European program – ΔΡΑ.ΣΕ with children with refugee biography in public schools.

Besides being a teacher I am also a fitness HIIT TRAINER and BODYSTEP instructor. I am a dancer and can teach Cypriot and Greek dancing 🌸 I love travelling.

I am passionate about working in schools because I love to teach children and sharing the culture of my country. I believe they can be the change we want to see in the world. Their souls are kind and pure. We need to give them the right tools to be happy independent, confident people when they grow up. To believe in themselves and to teach them that the sky is the limit.

Education

• Master’s degree Faculty of Philology, specialisation – Byzantine and Modern Greek Philology – Lomonosov Moscow State University.
• Modern Greek studies programmes at Universities of Athens, Thessaloniki & Ioannina (Greece).

Work Experience

• 4 years of experience in education.
• Teacher of Modern Greek as a foreign language for children and adults.
• Secretary and later promoted to attaché for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, stationed at the Embassy of the Russian Federation in the Hellenic Republic (Athens).

I know decades of Greek songs by heart and love walking a lot: 10 km per day is a great idea!

I am passionate about teaching because it’s pure happiness to open the world up about the subject that you love to students. Lumio School creates a community of enthusiastic professionals caring about their students’ knowledge and future, and I’m happy to become a part of this vision.

Education

• Master’s degree in TESOL – Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL.
• Exchange Programme – Durham University, UK (part of Bachelors Degree).
• Research related Certifications – CITI Conflicts of Interest, Social and Behavioural Responsible Conduct of Research Course, Social and Behavioural Research.

Work Experience

• 5 years of experience in education.
• Secondary and High School English Teacher – New School, Moscow.
• Elementary School ESL Intern – Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140, Carbondale, IL USA.
• Conversation Partner – CESL, Carbondale, USA.
• Business English Teaching Assistant – Tomsk State University, Russia.

I started skiing at the age of 4 and since then it has become a hobby of mine. I’m looking forward to skiing in the Troodos Mountains in Cyprus, if the weather allows.

I am passionate about working in schools because it allows me to be part of our students’ learning journey and help them to discover new things about themselves and the world around them. I am excited about watching students grow academically, socially and emotionally at Lumio.

Education

• BSc in Business Computing, University of Abertay, Dundee, Scotland
• PGCE in Education (Computing)  – Northern College of Aberdeen, Scotland
• CELTA – Dundee College, Scotland.

Work Experience

• Over 20 years of overseas teaching experience.
• Academic Head of Grades 5 & 6, International School on the Rhine –  Düsseldorf, Germany.
• Computing Co-Ordinator Grades 1-7,  International School on the Rhine – Düsseldorf, Germany.
•  Computing Lead Teacher, MBIS – Cairo, Egypt.
• EAL Co-ordinator, MBIS – Cairo, Egypt.
• Teacher – Abu Dhabi Education Council – Abu Dhabi, UAE.
• English teacher,- Nova Group – Tokyo, Japan.
• Computing teacher – University of Qatar – Doha.
• Secondary School Computing Teacher – various – Scotland.

Life is a journey! Whether it was from my first teaching experience in Switzerland and snowboarding on the weekend, or visiting the ancient pyramids of Giza whilst living and working in Cairo; the Wonders of the World and the Ancient Wonders are my fascination. I have visited as many of them that I could!

I am excited by new adventures and beginnings and the vision, mission and core values of Lumio deeply resonate with me especially focusing on a holistic approach to education and promoting independence, curiosity, creativity and innovation. I am very much looking forward to experiencing a new beginning and adventure with my son and husband at Lumio to help to create something special and to continue our lifelong learner paths!

Education

• Bachelor of Arts degree in Fashion/Apparel Design – Nottingham Trent University.
• PGCE, Design and Applied Arts – University of the West of England.
• City & Guilds Accredited Programme of Study: Creative Crafts Skill Stage 3 Textiles.

Work Experience

• 13 years of experience in education.
• Teacher of Design Technology – Doha College, Qatar.
• Lead Teacher Art and Design – Oryx International School, Doha Qatar.
• Visual Art Teacher – Tzu Chi School PIK.
• Teacher of Design Technology – British School Jakarta.
• Teacher of Art and Design – Cambridge International Centre of Shanghai Normal University.

I have just recently started to crochet which, has been a great way to keep my motor skills working whilst relaxing in the evenings.

As a teacher I want to inspire young people to explore the world around them. I aim to share my love of the natural world with my students and hope that through my subject specialism that I can create confident individuals who can express themselves. I went into teaching in order to share my passion for Art and design and to encourage my students to make decisions and investigate materials. With my background in fine art and textiles I hope to build a varied and inclusive curriculum that will offer more opportunities to the students and showcase the wider spectrum of the Arts curricula.

Education

• Master’s degree with concentration area in Educational Music, Conducting and Opera – Royal Academy of Music (German Equivalent), Lübeck (Germany).
• Several certificates in Acting – Morley College London.
• Private acting lessons – RADA (Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts).
• Continued training in singing, acting, piano, and cello as well as Music Psychology and Languages.

Work Experience

• German Opera Singer, Actress and Coach  with over 25 years of international stage experience.
• Private Singing, Piano and Cello Teacher for the Associated Board Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM).
• Teacher for the Associated Royal Board of Music (ABRSM) in the subjects of Piano, Singing and Cello.
• 5 years of work experience as a classroom Music Teacher in the Educational Sector in the UK and Germany.
• Founder/Creative Director of Violetta Stage Coach, an International Private Music Academy in West London, UK.
• German Diction and Singing Coach for Musicals, Theatre, Film & TV Productions and for West End Auditions.
• Author of various Educational Music Channels on Youtube including Speech Therapy Songs, ABRSM exam preparation and others.
• Artistic Director at Violetta Stage Coach, preparing highly talented students for their ABRSM exams, Royal Academy of Music career and/or West End Auditions in London, UK.
• Classroom music teacher – German School London, Petersham.
• Classroom music teacher – Kurt Schwitters Grammar School, Hanover, Germany.
• Classroom music teacher – European Grammar School, Hermannsburg, Germany.
• Classroom music teacher – Waldorf School Hanover, Germany.

Music -like Poetry and Art-  is never stagnant, always flowing…
You’ve got to get out and leave your comfort zone a little…
See things through other people’s eyes.
I believe in Empathy.
The world could use a lot of it right now these days.

Education

• Post Graduate Certificate in Education – Transylvania University, Romania.
• Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education and Sports – University of Bucharest, Romania.
• Rank 4 Handball Coach Certificate – University of Bucharest, Romania.

Work Experience

• PE Teacher / IB PYP PE Teacher – Ljubljana International School, Slovenia.
• PE Teacher – Kuwait International English School, Kuwait.
• PE Teacher / Head of PE Department – Cambridge English School, Kuwait.
• PE Teacher / Year 12 Form Tutor – Light Industry High School, Romania.
• PE Teacher – Primary and Secondary School, Romania.
• PE Teacher – No.20 Primary and Secondary School, Romania.

When I’m not teaching or planning fun, active lessons, you’ll likely find me on a hiking trail or in the kitchen trying out new recipes. Everyone knows I can’t help but talk about food—it’s almost as big a passion of mine as teaching! Oh, and I might have a knack for axe throwing, too—I even earned a certificate for it at our last team-building event.
With a deep passion for creating a fun and energetic atmosphere where kids love to participate, my goal is to make every lesson a highlight of their day, filled with laughter, movement, and a sense of achievement. I believe that physical education isn’t just about sports, but about fostering a lifelong love for an active lifestyle. My dedication to my students and colleagues has been recognized in the past—I’m proud to have received a certificate as the most helpful teacher at my previous school. I’m always looking for new ways to bring joy and excitement into the classroom and I’m absolutely thrilled to join Lumio school.

Education

• Bachelor of Art degree in Sociology -Staffordshire University
• Primary PGCE-Leeds University
• Certificates from various institutions relating to child development, social issues, disability awareness and infant massage.

Work Experience

• Experience of teaching children in a wide range of schools aged between two and thirteen years of age.
• Family Support Worker supporting families with children aged 0-5.
• Community Play Worker providing provision for children in a large geographical area, including reading resources and educational programmes.

I love to make jewellery, particularly silver smithing, and I have lived in a few other countries including Ibiza and Dubai.

I am so excited to be a part of the Lumio team and to be one of the school’s librarians. I love books and feel that they are full of magic that are waiting for children to discover. We hope that all of the Lumio community are regularly going to visit the library to learn, imagine, create and develop a love of reading.

Education

• Bachelor in Elementary Education, Major in Special Education – Angeles University Foundation, Philippines.

Work Experience

• Special Educational Needs/ English as a Second Language Teacher – Umm Al Quwain School Cycle 1 – United Arab Emirates.
• Special Educational Needs Teacher – Westfields International School, Philippines.

I’ve been hitting the waves since I was 14, mastering the art of wakeboarding and embracing the thrill of water sports ever since. Whether it’s gliding across the water or trying out new aquatic adventures, anything that involves the ocean is my kind of fun!
As for why I love working in schools, it’s because every day is an adventure filled with fun and excitement. The children bring something new each day, and I enjoy learning not just from my fellow teachers but from the students as well. It’s a place where growth and discovery happen for everyone, including me.

Education

• Master of Arts: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Bath Spa University, Bath.
• Bachelor of Arts: Education Studies (Primary), Bath Spa University, Bath.
• CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages).
• DELTA (Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) – December 2024.
• Improving Children’s Learning Through Play (EduCare – Level 2).
• Promoting Positive Behaviour (EduCare – Level 2).
• FGM Awareness (EduCare – Level 2).
• Child Exploitation (EduCare – Level 2).

Work Experience

• Kaplan International Languages – Academic Support Manager, Bath – Avon.
• Kaplan International Languages – English Language Teacher, Bath – Avon.
• Private English Tutor (General English, IELTS, GCSE, SATs) – Online and F2F.
• Homeschool Teacher/Private Nanny – Working 1:1 with a child who has additional learning needs.

Whilst training to become a teacher, I worked part-time as a Disney princess! I would attend children’s birthday parties and events, dressed as various Disney princesses, to dance, sing, and play games with the children. Perhaps these characters will have to make a comeback in the future…!

I have spent the last few years working with students from all over the world; being able to learn about and shared cultures is something wonderful. Lumio School is a diverse community of nationalities that I feel very proud to be a part of — we have the opportunity to learn from and about each other every day. I feel very lucky to be a teacher — my students are the heart of what I do; their enthusiasm and curiosity brings me joy and motivates me to be the best teacher I can be!

Education

• BA (Hons) 2.1 Modern History, Politics and Economics – Royal Holloway, University of London UK.
• PGCE in General Primary 3-11 years – The Shire Foundation, Bedfordshire, UK.
• International Programme for Middle Leaders – National College for Teaching & Leadership.
• Msc Psychology of Mental Health and Wellbeing – University of Wolverhampton (ongoing)..

Work Experience

• Vice Principal – The El Murray International School, Papua New Guinea.
• Early Years Teacher – Doha English Speaking School, Doha Qatar.
• Head of Foundation Stage SLT – Royal Grammar School, Doha Qatar.
• Client services Manager – Qatar Development & Consultancy Centre, Qatar.
• Reception / FS1 Year Leader – Mesaieed International School, Qatar.
• Class Teacher FS1/FS2 – Mesaieed International School, Qatar.
• Year 1 Class Teacher, KS1 Maths Co-ordinator – Dukhan English School, Qatar.
• Year 1 Class Teacher, KS1 Maths Co-ordinator – Kuwait English School, Kuwait.
• Year 2 Class Teacher – Oxford Academy, Kuwait.
• English and Humanities Teacher KS3 – Doha Academy, Qatar.
• Year 1 Teacher – The British International School, Istanbul Turkey.
• EYFS Teacher – The British International School, Istanbul Turkey.

I took up skateboarding to keep up with my three-year-old daughter on her scooter. We now enjoy surf skating together.

My affinity for working in schools abroad stems from my personal background that includes growing up abroad and attending international schools. I am a proud third culture kid and have always been aware of how special that is. My parents were international educators, and they must have done something right as myself and my sisters have all been inspired to become passionate educators. I always feel honoured to be part of a child’s learning journey and I am looking forward to the learning adventures that the Lumio community has ahead of us.

Education

• BA Honours in Education. Anglia Polytechnic University (APU), UK: 1st Class.
• Specialist PGCE Qualifications: Primary Education, Mathematics, Psychology and Leadership.

Work Experience

• 15 years of experience in education.
• Teacher in FS and Key Stage 1. Delivering a high-quality British curriculum to a diverse multi-cultural community, GEMS Royal Dubai School, UAE.
• Year N, R, 1 and 2 EYFS/Key Stage 1 Lead Teacher, Middleton and Gayton DNEAT (Church) School Academy, UK.
• EYFS Leader and Nursery and Reception Teacher, Reffley Community School and Nursery, UK.
• Assistant Head Teacher (Governor Capacity), Sporle CofE Primary School, Norfolk UK.
• Course Director/Lecturer, 16 – 18 BTEC. The College of West Anglia, UK
• CPL in the British Army, Royal Logistics Corps.

I was a black belt in Judo and represented England.

I went into teaching because I love making learning interesting, relevant and fun.  I love watching children grow and develop their ideas in a creative way.

Education

• Bachelor of Arts, Theatre and Education, Kibbutzim College of Education, Technology and the Arts, Tel Aviv.
• Acting for Film (diploma studies), New York Film Academy, New York City.
• Film Studies, Minshar College, Tel Aviv.
• Documentary Film Studies, WIZO Haifa Academy of Design and Education, Israel.
• Ort Greenberg High School, Theatrical Arts (Bagrut), Kiryat Tivon, Israel.

Theatre Experience

• Playwright and director, Joseph Josephson Is Dead (original musical), Tmunah Theatre, Tel Aviv. Candidate for four Kipod Ha’Zahav awards (play, music, main actor, and choreography).
• Play editor and dramaturg, The Women’s Revolution, Frankfurt House Community Theatre, Tel Aviv. Awarded a citation of excellence for play editing and text adaptation at the Kol Ha’aretz Bama festival for theatre groups for adults, Tzavta Theatre, Tel Aviv.
• Text writer, Cabaret Farid el Atrash, Jaffa Theatre, Tel Aviv.
• Play manager, The Settler, Tmunah Theatre, Tel Aviv.
• Assistant director, play manager, and substitute actress, Shame: Talkbacks on Theatre, Tmunah Theatre, Tel Aviv.

Teaching Experience

• Teacher of theatre, history, civics, and literature, in middle school and high school, Eckstein House School of Arts for youth with learning disability and attention deficit, Kfar Malal, Israel.
• Theatre instructor for women’s group theatre, Neve Ilan, Tel Aviv.
• Teacher of theatre and theatrical producer, Neta’im Elementary School, Ramat Gan, Israel.
• Museum tour guide, Ilana Gur Museum of Art, Jaffa, Tel Aviv.

Film Production and Television Experience

• Production coordinator, “Mivtza Savtot” (docu reality), Channel 10, Artza Productions, Tel Aviv.
• Script manager and assistant producer, “The Green Project” (sitcom series), Comedy Central Channel, Tel Aviv.

I have a fear of heights but have jumped from an airplane, parachuting and off of a mountain cliff while paragliding. It has not changed that fear! However, I learned I can land on my feet… sort of.

I believe that every child has a talent and needs a safe, creative environment to explore in and grow. I also believe that empathy and critical thinking are the pillars of a healthy society and should be developed in school.  I believe that Lumio offers all of that.

Education

• Business studies – BTEC First award.
• City & Guilds Diploma in Paralegal Services in Legal English Law. 
• Qualified Florist. 
• CACHE Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools. 
• QCF Level 2 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning.

Work Experience

• Classroom Assistant & Cover Teacher – International School of Paphos, Paphos.
• Administration Assistant – Cyprus Animal Welfare and Rescue, Kato Paphos.
• Library Manager/Supervisor – Waltham Cross Library, Hertfordshire, UK.
• Medical Secretary  – North Middlesex Hospital, Edmonton, London, UK.
• Foreign Exchange department – Customer Service Representative – Barclays Bank International and First Union National Bank (American) based in London.
• Volunteer Work – Teaching Assistant at Andrew’s Lane Primary School, West Cheshunt, Hertfordshire,  England.

I like to travel and explore new places with my children.  I am always keen to try new culinary foods and try to cook my favorites.  Reading is a must for me.

I have always been lucky to work with children whether its in schools or in the community. I have learnt so much throughout my career so I would like to help and support the school and its children in a way that is unique and in a happy calm environment.  I am very pleased to be working in the schools library and to be able to welcome both children and parents to create a Lumio family community.

Education

• Bachelor of Humanities – University of Latvia.
• The International Baccalaureate (certificate) – Making the PYP: Implementing agency.
• Master of Education in Advanced Teaching Online – University of the People, USA.

Work Experience

• Co-teacher IB PYP, tutor – The Island private school, Limassol.
• Private tutor for a special needs child, – Limassol.

I am an adventurous spirit, and once even had the thrilling experience of canoeing down a river teeming with crocodiles.

My true passion lies in caring for children. I am deeply committed to helping, teaching, and mentoring them. With a heart full of compassion, my mission is to impart the values of kindness, inclusivity, acceptance, and responsibility.

Education

• Montessori Teacher Training Program – NAMC Diploma, Canada
• Faculty of Physical Education – University Alexandru Ioan Cuza, Iasi – Romania.
• Theoretical High-School – Brasov, Romania.

Work Experience

• Entrepreneur, Carcassonne EduCa English Centre, Carcassonne
• Preschool teacher – Ljubljana International School, Slovenia – IB candidate school.
• Montessori Preschool Teacher (3- 6 years) – Happy Chappies Montessori Nursery, Kuwait.
• Admin and Marketing – Happy Chappies Montessori Nursery, Kuwait.
• Montessori Preschool Teacher – Learning support class –  Happy Chappies Montessori Nursery, Kuwait.
• Principal, Secondary Branch – Happy Chappies Montessori Nursery, Kuwait.
• Montessori Preschool Teacher (0-3, 3-6 years) – Happy Chappies Montessori Nursery, Kuwait.
• Kindergarten Teacher Assistant – Cambridge English School, Kuwait.
• Reception Teacher Assistant – Cambridge English School, Kuwait.

I was a professional shooter till the age of 22, participating in national and international competitions.

Teaching in international schools has allowed me to share my passion for nurturing and shaping young minds, which fills my heart with immense joy and fulfillment. Lumio gave me the opportunity to be part of a strong team that teaches with understanding and values each child’s individual needs.

Education

• Culinary Arts- Alpine center for hotel and tourism management studies – Athens Greece.

Work Experience

• Teacher’s assistant and cover teacher, The International School of Paphos.
• Restaurant hostess and cashier Elysium Hotel – Paphos, Cyprus.
• Chef “A” Elysium Hotel – Paphos, Cyprus.
• Chef “B” Pioneer Hotel – Paphos, Cyprus.

Reading and baking have always been my biggest joy, ever since I was a child you’d either find me in a corner with my nose in a book or in the kitchen baking.

Having grown up in Tanzania in a multicultural environment, I’m happy to be able to once again return to that environment and being surrounded by such diversity.  I’m happy to be joining the Lumio family and helping our students succeed in not only their education but their life and wellbeing.

Education

• Financial Management degree at St.Petersburg Electrotechnical University.
• Education degree from HSE University.
• Certification by the European Association of Cultural and Emotionally Intelligent Projects.
• Google Student Ambassador Program in Dublin, Ireland and St. Petersburg, Russia.
• Teen tutor training in a self-determination program.

Work Experience

• Personal mentor for teens in the “Challenge” self-determination programme.
• Educational programme manager at the International online school, overseeing a team of teachers preparing students for admission to top global universities.
• Educational Organiser at Horoshkola Private School in Moscow
• Head of the Enlightenment Programme atin the Luminary Educational Centre, introducing children to new professions and disciplines.
• Methodologist in HAGLAR Camp, developing teachers’ skills and aiding with courses and lessons.
• “Teach for Russia” programme, teaching English and Russian languages for two years.

I walked 650 km along the Camino de Santiago in Spain.

Working at Lumio School is not just an opportunity to be part of an inspiring team of professionals and build a strong and meaningful project from scratch. It’s also a chance to bring my experience into a new environment, empowering many children to realise their potential, take risks, and try new things. Beyond creating a wonderful school, it’s about nurturing a vibrant community of teachers, parents, students, and local projects on the beautiful island of Cyprus.

Education

• MSc in Education Administration – Institute of Education, HSE University, Moscow.
• Diploma in Mathematics, Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics – Lomonosov Moscow State University.
• Diploma in Pedagogics, Faculty of Educational Studies – Lomonosov Moscow State University.
• English language course – Tom’s House.
• Diploma of advanced level English language course in Kitaygorodskaya.

Work Experience

• Worked in education in various schools and universities for several years.
• Taught maths, computer science at MSE.
• Taught Maths and English – courses for students preparing for the SAT, GMAT.
• Taught maths in the MSU correspondence school, created with the participation of I.M.Gelfand.
• International market research and consulting – Ipsos. 
• Worked in a school for children with special needs. Developed online educational materials, primarily in the field of mathematics. 
• Taught students in MSPU on Math and IT faculty. 
• Participated as a lecturer and leader in various projects with maths teachers in Russia and other countries, such as Portugal, China, Norway, Italy, amongst others.    
• Worked on a project creating maths and IT classes Silaedr in V.I.Chuikov MSE School, in parallel with the teaching position in MSPU and various projects in education.

When I was in school, I struggled with writing on the blackboard. I never managed to do it well, and my doodles were always terrible. As a result, I thought that “being a teacher was definitely not for me.”

Over time, I realised that writing on the board was not the most important thing, and that even this skill could be learned. Becoming part of a team to create an International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme with the inclusion of Russian mathematics education practices was a challenge and an opportunity for me. 

Education

• BA English Language for International Communications – University of Bradford, UK.
• Foundation Year – Brittin college, London, UK.
• Online course:  Primary school teacher and primary school teacher of compensatory, correctional and developmental education in the context of the implementation of the Federal State Educational Standard – Institute Intexno, Omsk, Russia.

Work Experience

• Co-teacher / English language and English as a second language teacher – The Island Private School of Limassol, Cyprus.
• Translator – self-employed.
• Translator – Real estate agency WestCoast Properties Paphos, Cyprus.
• English language teacher – Public School 1101, Moscow, Russian Federation.
• Tour operator ASTRAVEL, Moscow, Russian Federation.
• Tour operator INTERS, Moscow, Russian Federation.
• English language teacher – Public School 99, Kemerovo, Russian Federation.

I have two dogs, two cats, five chickens, and the number of pets in our home keeps growing.

I always wanted to make a difference in this world, and by choosing teaching as my profession I knew that it was a big responsibility and an incredible challenge. I firmly believe that every educational system profoundly influences children, and I am confident that my knowledge, enthusiasm, and dedication will enable me to contribute to creating a safe and nurturing environment for students at Lumio school.

Education

• MA degree in Global Education – The University of Oulu, Finland.
• BA degree in International Relations and World Economy – The Plekhanov Russian University of Economics.
• Pedagogical qualification from the Higher School of Economics, Russia.
• Certificate “Early Childhood Development for Sustainable Development”, SDG Academy.
• Specialisation “The Teacher and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)”, University of Colorado Boulder.

Work Experience

• Global Education Intern – GINTL, The University of Oulu, Finland.
• Community host – The Student Union of Oulu University (OYY), Finland.
• School’s programme assistant – Højboskolen, Denmark.
• English teacher – Teach for Russia (NGO), Russia.
• EdTech Project Leader in Education for Sustainability.
• 3+ years in International Logistics.
• Embroidery and sketching artist, master of crafts.

I travelled in a camper van around Turkey and Europe for one year. I love to embroider during my free time.

I am a firm believer that responsive intercultural communication and warm local communities will make the world and people happier. I will bring that vision and my passion for global education and sustainable development to Lumio School.

Education

• Degree in Epidemiology from Sechenov University, Moscow.

Work Experience

• Volunteered in the international language project providing English lessons for both adults and teenagers.
• Worked as an epidemiologist during Covid-19, National Medical Research Centre of Infectious Diseases, Moscow.
• Secretary оf methodological department, National Medical Research Centre of Infectious Diseases, Moscow.
• English language teacher, provided online lessons of General English for adults, Skyeng, Moscow.
• Sanitary expert, Auchan Retail Russia, Moscow.

I haven’t seen most iconic movies like The Matrix, The Terminator, or Game of Thrones, making me the person who always gets asked, “How have you not watched this?!” I’m a huge Harry Potter fan and have read each book about 50 times!

I chose to work in education because I believe that children are the future, and shaping the next generation is a profound responsibility. There’s something magical about guiding children as they grow into wise, content, and prepared-for-life adults. Lumio’s values resonate deeply with my own, and I’m excited to contribute to creating a nurturing and supportive environment where “Happy children, learn together!” Honestly, being a teacher has been a dream of mine since childhood!

Education

• Master Degree in Social Engineering, MAI Moscow Aviation Institute, Moscow, Russia
• Master Degree in Public Relationship, MAI Moscow Aviation Institute, Moscow, Russia
• Pease International courses, Face reading, Pease International Courses by Allan Pease, basic course
• Waldorf yearly early years courses on kindergarten curriculum, hosted seminars in Olive Tree Kindergarten.
• Art in language yearly sessions. Online workshops organized by worldwide community.

Work Experience

• Multilingual preschoolers Club, adaptation assistance, Cyprus.
• Waldorf Cyprus hosted events and seasonal festivals.
• OliveTree Waldorf Kindergarten, multilingual teachers assistant.
• Private teaching in minigroups, targeted courses.
• English, Greek – Collaborations with companies and private institutions, Cyprus.
• Private multilingual adaptive courses and coaching for expats, immigrants and business units, Cyprus. 
• Personal Assistant and freelance translator English, Greek for group of companies, Cyprus, Serbia.
• DokaCy Publishing – Marketing, offline events, advertising, Cyprus.
• Independent Marketing Consultant & Translator, collaboration with the legal sector and educational institutions,  Limassol, Cyprus.
• HIT FM, local radio station, Cyprus, edition, advertising, production, translations for business units.
• NTV, local tv channel, News , Editor, translator, Cyprus.
• ICS Travel business units and partners assistant, translator, logistics, Cyprus.
• Mediasigh, publishing House, advertising and editorials, Moscow.
• Advertising Agency Sunbox, Pharmaceutical projects, Moscow.
• Bizpack Logistics, traffic officer, Moscow.

I am a herbalist, and nature lover. I love to participate and follow any nature honouring events, picnics, outdoor tours, festivals and projects. Such as Waldorf and foresting workshops and circles sharing projects and skills that can be applied to daily life.

I love the challenge that Lumio school is taking. To educate a multicultural multilingual community at the crossroads of massive global changes in the times that have loud social calls for collaboration in the name of a harmonised future. It is the very place I want to be and apply my heart and knowledge. I want to be in a team of people who are taking this challenge seriously, to their hearts and daily routine.

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Education

• Rapid Transformational Therapy (Hypnotherapy) – London, UK
• MSc Counselling Children and Adolescents – Birkbeck, University of London, UK.
• BSc Psychology – Greenwich University, London, UK.
• Children and Teen Yoga Instructor  Certification – Calm for Kids, London, UK.

Work Experience

• RTT Hypnotherapist – private practice.
• School Counsellor – St Patrick School, London, UK.
• School Counsellor – Conway School, London , UK.
• School Counsellor – The Place2Be Charity – London, UK..

When I’m not helping students with their well-being, you might find me meditating, practicing Reiki, or studying children’s nutrition to understand how a balanced diet can support a child’s mind and body. Oh, and did I mention? I’ve climbed Machu Picchu in Peru!

Just like I believe in reaching new heights in understanding our students’ needs, I love literally reaching new heights through travel and adventure with my family

Education

• Degree in Law – Higher School of Economics, Moscow.
• Honours degree in International Economics – Moscow State Linguistic University.

Work Experience

• Chief Financial Officer – INEX in Paphos, Cyprus.
• Chief Financial Officer – CityDrive.
• Chief Financial Officer – AZIMUT Hotels.
• Chief Financial Officer – Alfa Capital Partners.
• Financial Controller – A1 Investment Company.
• Consultant – Deloitte.

I have travelled to more than 50 countries and climbed Kilimanjaro.

I have had a pretty decent education. Now it’s time to try and make a school that will be better than anything I have personally experienced. I hope my knowledge, experience and common sense can be helpful :).

Education

• Moscow State University of Civil Engineering.
• Certified Property Management degree from the Institute of Real Estate Management.

Work Experience

• Head of Property Management at bbf: in Limassol.
• Director of Maintenance at the Azimut Hotels chain.
• Property management for 5-star deluxe hotels in Moscow and Vienna.

I hit a moose with my car when I was 20 and I am pleased to say that we both miraculously survived 🙂

LUMIO school is a very exciting project to be part of. I do really enjoy my time here and am eager to contribute my expertise and passion for excellence to our collective journey of educational empowerment. I am dedicated to ensuring that I solve any challenges we may face to ensure our school’s infrastructure functions seamlessly to support our educational mission and opening date.

Education

• Postgraduate degree in Classical Philology, specialising in Ancient Greek and Modern Greek.
• Classical Literature from Moscow State University.

Additional Education

• National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece.
• Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg, Germany.
• Roma Tre University, Italy.
• Aristotle University in Thessaloniki, Greece.

Work Experience

• 2005 – 2023: Senior Lecturer of Ancient and Modern Greek.
• Faculty of Philology, Moscow State University.
• Organised international conferences and facilitated student internships.
• 2017 – 2023: Executive Director Moscow Greek Society.
• Secured grants from the Presidential Grants Fund and the Mayor of Moscow.
• Authored and organised large-scale cultural exhibitions and conferences.
• Coordinated Greek Language school and organised the first Greek kindergarten in Russia.
• Recipient of the ‘Philellin of the Year 2019’ award in Greece.
• Authorship and publication of several books and numerous articles.

Being part of this project brings me immense joy and fulfilment, collaborating with outstanding professionals committed to excellence. My dedication extends beyond my expertise in Greek language and culture; I have been fully committed to ensuring the timely acquisition of the school’s licence. It’s an honour to work alongside such passionate individuals, and I am confident that with our collective efforts, we will positively impact the lives of our students

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Teaching Foreign Languages from Kurgan State University, specialising in English and German language and literature.
• Postgraduate degree in International Adult Education and Life-long Learning at Stockholm University.

Work Experience

• Volunteering English language teaching experience in Thailand and Indonesia.
• International digital marketing for Corporates and Private Schools.
• International corporate settings working as a HR Business Partner in Recruitment, Onboarding, Training and Development Management.

Several short teaching experiences in South East Asia held during my off corporate work -vacation time has completely changed my life’s perspective and goals.

Schoolchildren and their love for learning, their energy and school atmosphere have inspired me to switch my corporate career to education. I’m happy my HR and communication skills are serving a more profound goal for the local community and wellbeing of children at Lumio school.

Education

• Bachelor of Art degree in Psychology and Communications – University of South Africa.
• Certifications from various institutions in multimedia, graphic design, project & time management, website UX development, digital communication, and television production.
• Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in teaching English as a foreign language.

Work Experience

• Head of Marketing and Admissions – two international schools in Qatar.
• Writer – ictQatar.
• UX and design – Xpatulator.com.
• Product Manager – interactive and enhanced television, MultiChoice Africa.
• Graphic designer, multimedia and interactive television design & manager – MultiChoice, Africa (first digital satellite television company in Africa).
• Communications coordinator for an employee benefits company in South Africa.

Some of my adventures include trekking in Vietnam and Nepal, river rafting the Zambezi River, and shark cage diving in South Africa. Coming from Africa I love going on safaris, as well as exploring new countries and cultures!

I am passionate about working in schools because my own experience showed me how profoundly a school can impact a child’s life. Lumio School embodies the values I believe every school should adopt, and I am eager to help instill these principles. My goal is to create an environment where our students can thrive, grow into happy individuals, and succeed in whatever paths they choose.

Education

• Diploma in Dance Education – Rallou Manou Professional Dance School, Athens, Greece.
• MA of Arts – Contemporary Dance Education – University of Music and Performing Arts, Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
• Doctor of Philosophy (Cotutelle PhD – Dual Award),  Coventry University, UK.
• Doctor of Philosophy (Cotutelle PhD – Dual Award),  Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia.

Work Experience

• Research Assistant at Deakin University, Australia.
• BA & MA Programme Leader (job share) Dance City, UK.
• PhD Researcher with focus on digitisation, archives, documenting intangible cultural heritage, dance based content and oral history testimonies, Coventry University in the UK and Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia.
• Independent Artistic Director and Project/Production Manager for Live art events and Cultural Operator – Community Involvement and Development Officer –   Pafos 2017 events European Capital of Culture Organisation.
• Independent Researcher and writer, co-authoring and editing publications focused on live art,  contemporary dance and intangible cultural heritage
• Managing, organising and curating archives of dance and digital heritage.
• Managing, assisting and producing small and large scale events.

I have lived and worked in five different countries, across two continents, and I confess that living in Cyprus, where I can live by the sea, practice yoga, engage in dance classes, enjoy good food and quality time with my daughter, is by far the best place to be.

I strongly support Lumio’s motto “Happy children, learning together” and I am excited about working towards and supporting an embodied approach to learning and the transmission of knowledge through holistic learning and tailormade pedagogical approaches.

Education

• Degree in English and German – Kuzbass Teachers Training Academy.

Work Experience

• >Worked in an international kindergarten in Limassol.
• Worked in schools in Siberia and  the Krasnodar Region.
• Worked with children in summer camps for 12 years.
• Established her own English language studio for 10 years.

My family and I have moved twice to places we had never been before. We gave home to two rescue cats and dogs and they have moved to Cyprus with us.

I decided to be a teacher when I was in the 8th grade. Working with children has always been my passion, it is so great to see them growing up.

Education

• School of Education, Learning Experience Design – Universal University, Russia, Moscow.
• European Humanities University, Visual and cultural studies, MA in Sociology – Lithuania, Vilnius.
• The Moscow School of Social and Economic Sciences, Project management in cultural sector, Master ofArts – Russia, Moscow.
• Belarussian State University, Bachelor degree in Communications – Belarus, Minsk.

Work Experience

• Learning Experience Designer – self-employed.
• Communication Officer at Swiss Arts Council Pro Helvetia – The Embassy of Switzerland, Russia.
• Project Manager of the Publishing Program at the Garage Museum of Contemporary Art – Moscow,
  Russia.

My big passion in life is swing dancing, so if you see me on the dance floor, don’t hesitate to invite me to
dance!

At the centre of my professional worldview is a human being. The subjectivity of each participant in the educational process is important to me, it doesn’t matter if you are a child or an adult. In my work, I rely on the well-established processes and, at the same time, I believe in the power of experimentation and creativity. I believe that it is important not to be afraid to try new things, to go beyond the templates, be critical of even the most authoritative opinions, comprehend the experience gained and try again. I dream that high-quality educational experience will be available to all people in the world.

Education

• Computer Science degree specialising in computers, systems, and networks – Belarusian State University of Informatics and Radioelectronics in Minsk.

Work Experience

• Developer to a high-load core product specialising in traffic arbitrage in the American market – Cyprus.
• Lead of the development department focusing on B2B solutions for the American market – Amitech.
• Working environment manager – Panalpina (now part of DSV).
• Development of logistic software –  Leroy Merlin and Sportmaster
• Software development to infrastructure administration – Moscow City Duma.

I danced for 8 years, but I never picked up the skill of feeling the music by ear. I’m still counting the beats in my head — my own little rhythm!

I’m excited to be part of a non-profit project team that also operates in the educational field. Every day, I strive to fully uphold the values our school represents, working to create a sustainable environment for both staff and students. My primary goal is to support the academic team so they can focus entirely on educating our students.

Education

• High school diploma in English and geography – Poland.

Work Experience

• B2B sales agent of IT and various technology solutions, conducting and analysis of market research, providing customer support within Cyprus.
• Sales consultant in a large tech retail chain based in Cyprus.
• Various jobs in the hospitality sector including customer service.

I enjoy new challenges and working in an educational environment within an exciting new school definitely is one! I am confident I will add value to this project and I believe that my support within the team will make it easier for all the academic staff to focus on what their passion is – teaching and in turn benefiting the students.

I like new technologies and gadgets, in my free time I love gaming, movies, music and going for walks. I am also a proud cat dad.

Education

• Master’s degree in Human Resource Management from the Financial University.
• Cambridge teaching certifications

Work Experience

• Four years of experience in Human Resources in multi brand car dealer company and consumer electronic retailer.
• Private English teacher for students from elementary to college level, preparing them for Cambridge examinations.
• Paragliding pilot

First and foremost, I’m obviously at Lumio because of the red cat and Blueberry the black cat, who sit at the office entrance. Every time I try to leave for home, they give me this intense stare, as if silently questioning whether I’ve done everything possible today to make Lumio even better.

It’s not just their watchful eyes—my own inner drive to create something truly good in this world pushes me forward. It’s also important that I clearly feel my vision for a school resonating with that of my colleagues—a school that’s a caring, supportive home where everyone is loved and valued, where guests are welcome, and where you always want to return. And let’s be honest, with those two on the lookout, Lumio is in the best possible hands—or rather, paws.

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in Multimedia Production and Technology – University of Plymouth.
• PGCE in Primary Education with a specialism in Art –  University of Exeter.
• DSL – National College.
• LAC Lead – National College.
• Cyber security / Online safety – Acorn.
• FGM – National College.
• Certified Apple Education Teacher – Apple.

Work Experience

• 11 years of experience in education.
• Deputy Headteacher / Class Teacher / Trust Computing Subject Lead at Acorn Education Trust Warminster.
• Class Teacher – Pembroke Park Primary School.
• Deputy Headteacher – Pimperne primary School.
• Specialist Leader of Education for Computing – Pickwick Academy Trust.
• Class Teacher & Curriculum Lead – Greentrees Primary School.
• Class Teacher & ECT – Sixpenny Handley First School.

During my studies in multimedia production, I had the honour of displaying my artwork at the Guggenheim in New York and the Tate Modern in London. My travels across Europe have deepened my passion for art, design, and photography.

I am committed to finding new creative ways to challenge both myself and students in schools. My mission is to ensure children thrive and enjoy their time at school, feeling supported and inspired. I strive to create environments that nurture academic growth while fueling their ambitions and aspirations, believing every child deserves the opportunity to explore their potential in a setting that fosters curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning.

Education

• Yandex Practicum / 2022-2023
• View Foundation / Photography Practice / 2020
• Rostov Basic Medical College / 2011 – 2015

Work Experience

• Head of Design Department – Education Project. Corporate identity development, brandbook creation, marketing materials creation
• Freelancer – Created logos, developed interactive landing page prototypes in Figma,designed commercial presentations, photobook; bookbinded a line of sketchbooks, hand-printed a series of calendars using linocut technique.
• Reportage photographer – Produced a photo project documenting work in ambulance service titled “Other Days”, designed and personally bound a personal photobook based on travels to Kaliningrad.
• Paramedic – St. Petersburg, Vsevolozhsk and Rostov-on-Don.

Working in the ambulance service helped me develop innate empathy.

Empathy helps in creating aesthetic visuals that effectively capture viewers’ attention and enables the development of user scenarios. I create unique and exceptional things in combination with my ability to dive deep into the context, to find and formulate new meanings.

Education

• Degree in Epidemiology from Sechenov University, Moscow.

Work Experience

• Volunteered in the international language project providing English lessons for both adults and teenagers.
• Worked as an epidemiologist during Covid-19, National Medical Research Centre of Infectious Diseases, Moscow.
• Secretary оf methodological department, National Medical Research Centre of Infectious Diseases, Moscow.
• English language teacher, provided online lessons of General English for adults, Skyeng, Moscow.
• Sanitary expert, Auchan Retail Russia, Moscow.

I haven’t seen most iconic movies like The Matrix, The Terminator, or Game of Thrones, making me the person who always gets asked, “How have you not watched this?!” I’m a huge Harry Potter fan and have read each book about 50 times!

I chose to work in education because I believe that children are the future, and shaping the next generation is a profound responsibility. There’s something magical about guiding children as they grow into wise, content, and prepared-for-life adults. Lumio’s values resonate deeply with my own, and I’m excited to contribute to creating a nurturing and supportive environment where “Happy children, learn together!” Honestly, being a teacher has been a dream of mine since childhood!

Education

• Certificate of Front Desk Representative – CHEI-Cyprus Hospitality Educational Institute.
• Certificate of working as a legal lawyer.
• Degree of Bachelor of Laws, University of Wolverhampton, United Kingdom.>
• English Plus Preparatory Year, University of Wolverhampton, United Kingdom.
• Apolytirion Lyceum Kykkou, Paphos.

Work Experience

• Receptionist assistant and then Head Receptionist – Ivi Mare Designed for Adults.
• Receptionist – Mayfair Gardens Hotels.
• Secretary / Receptionist – Yiannis Papazacharia Law LLC.
• Receptionist – Aquamare Beach Hotel & Spa.
• Passenger Services Agent – Paphos Airport Swissport handling.>
• Receptionist – Phaethon Beach Hotel.
• Receptionist – Imperial Beach Hotel.
• Trainee lawyer – Legal Practice in the Law Office of the Republic of Cyprus<.

My daughter told the doctor that when she grows up, she wants to become a doctor, so if she becomes one that would be wonderful. I believe that a good education will help her to do this.

I decided to work at a school because I have always enjoyed helping others where I can and offering my services for the good of the community. Working in a private school is a challenge, but at the same time, it is a very good opportunity to develop both personally and professionally.

Education

• Certificate of Access to Law
• Level 3 Childcare Qualification.

Work Experience

• Pagona Hotel Apartments – Receptionist.
• Administration assistant – G&J Paper.
• Media Tree- Logistics Coordinator and Administrator.

I am very happy to be a part of Lumio as I love to help people- this is very important to me. I also enjoy meeting people from all nationalities, front desk in a private school is a great challenge for me and one that will definitely alLow me to develop myself personally and professionally.

Education

• Degree in Culinary Arts, Bakery and Confectionery.
• Postgraduate at Canterbury Christ Church University – MBA International.
• RSPH Level 2 Award in Understanding HACCP.
• RSPH Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace.
• RSPH Level 2 Award in Food Safety and Hygiene.
• RSPH Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety and Hygiene (Catering).

Work Experience

• Tricolore Restaurant – Head Chef.
• Coral Beach Hotel – Chef de Partie.
• Phils Bar – Chef de Partie.
• Queensbay Hotel – Chef de Partie.
• Cap Saint George – Chef de Partie.
• Sol Hotel – Chef de Partie, Pool Bar.
• Karbounomagiremata – Cook as a Student.
• Amadore Cuisine – Assistant Cook.
• Blue Mare Café-Restaurant-Bar – Assistant Cook.
• Pelecan Restaurant – Food Preparation and then Assistant Cook.

My way of showing my feelings, respect and emotions its by providing the enjoyment of food and make sure its qualitative, i also make sure that the rules off safety and hygiene are being observed.

Education

• Health Care Assistant NHS United Kingdom.

Work Experience

• Working in a private sector with patients with Dementia and Cancer in United Kingdom for 3 years.
• Nurse Assistant at Evangelismos Private Hospital – Emergency Department for 2 years .

I was always afraid of blood and never expected that I would be working as a healthcare professional when I was younger, but life knows better where to take you.

It’s a great opportunity to work with children and teenagers at Lumio Private School, making sure that they will have a safe and healthy learning journey every day.

Being there for them in any situation makes my job valuable.