LEADERSHIP TEAM
MEET THE LEADERS
OF OUR SCHOOL
Ms. Clare Jenkinson
TCS Group Director
- BSc – Management and information systems, University of Leeds, UK
- Postgraduate Certificate of Teaching, Brishgrossette University, UK
- International Certificate in School Leadership, London College, UK
Mr. Zane Powles
Casco Antiguo Principal
- BA (Hons) Primary Education Degree.
- Bishop Grosseteste University, Lincoln
- MBE for services to Education.
Ms. Lauren Brophy
Casco Antiguo Principal
- Masters of Arts in Sociology from The University of Glasgow
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education from Liverpool Hope
Mr. Mark Simmonds
CDE Principal
- 2019 – 2020: Certificate in School Management and Leadership, Harvard Graduate School of Education.
- 2013-2017: Masters in International Education, Bath University.
- 2005: Post Graduate Certificate in Education (Primary 5-11), London South Bank University, England.
- 2000-2003: B.A. (Hons) Business Information Management, Wolverhampton University, England
Mr. Richard Hengelbrok
Secondary School Principal
- Certification of International School Leadership
Principals Training Center, London, England - Masters in Education Xavier University, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
- Teaching Certification, Grades 7-12 Xavier University, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
- B.A. in English; minor degrees in biology and theatre Xavier University, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
OUR TEACHERS
MEET OUR HEROES
AND DEVOTED EDUCATORS
1st World Class Teachers
Students are taught by highly-skilled class teachers trained in Early Years and Primary education. Our students love coming to school every day to learn with their friends, amazing teachers, and inspiring and talented community partners. Being friendly, creative and ambitious, our students are an absolute delight and have a thirst for learning within our tightly knitted community.
THE CASCO SCHOOL
CASCO ANTIGUO
Ms. Stephanie Pita
Butterflies- Pre Nursery
- Psychology Degree in Universidad Santa María La Antigua
Ms. Alice Neale
Turtles- Nursery
- BA Sociology- University of Liverpool
- Teach First London- Early Years specific training + PGCE
Ms. Daniela Guanchez
Turtles- Nursery
- Bachelor Daniela Guanchez, Higher University Technician with Honorable Mention “Cum Laude”, Venezuela (2008).
- Bachelor of Preschool Education, Libertador Experimental Pedagogical University, Venezuela (2011).
Ms. Rhiannon Pike
Monkeys- Reception
- Bachelor of Education in Primary Education with English (first class degree) Plymouth University.
Ms. Gabriela Galvez
Y1 Teacher - Meduca Lead
- BA in Teaching English as a Second Language – Universidad Autónoma de Chiriquí.
- MBA Applied Linguistics Specialized in TESOL – Quality Leadership University.
- Online Learning Specialization – Quality Leadership University.
- Postgraduate in School Administration – Universidad de Panamá.
Ms. Helen Jezeph
Year 1 Frogs
- BA in Theatre Studies and Primary PGCE from Brighton University, UK.
Ms. Airam Perdomo
Year 2- Crocodiles - Teaching Coordinator
- BA in Modern Languages
Universidad Central de Venezuela
9 años de experiencia. - TESOL Certificate from University of Arizona – en curso.
Ms. Shirley Rodriguez
Year 3 - Jaguars
- Speech and Language Therapist (UDELAS University, 2013).
Ms. Bethany Kershaw
Year 4 - Iguanas
- Psychology BSc (University of Bath).
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Oxford Brookes University).
Ms. Beatriz Martínez
Year 4 - Iguanas
- Bachelor’s Degree in Modern Languages (English, Italian) from Universidad Metropolitana in Caracas, Venezuela (2011 – top of her class).
- Technical Degree in English Language Teaching for Primary School from ISAE Universidad in Panama (expected 2023).
Ms. Greta Colina
Year 5 - Manta Rays
- BA in Education with emphasis on social sciences, mention Cum-Laude. Universidad José María Vargas. Caracas, Venezuela.
- Diploma in Educational Research. Mención Sobresaliente. Universidad Pedagógica Libertador Caracas-Universidad del Caribe. Caracas-Venezuela.
- Specialization in corporate environmental management, Universidad Metropolitana. Caracas-Venezuela
Mr. Adam Warzynski
Year 5 - Manta Rays
- BA Honours in English and American Literature and Philosophy The University of Kent.
- Primary PGCE with QTS
The University of Leicester
Mr. Alexander Ordaz
Year 6 - Eagles
- Degree in English and French – Universidad Central de Venezuela.
- TESOL Specialization – Arizona State University
Ms. Abigail Rember
KS2 Support Teacher
- B.A. Spanish and K-12 Education, Grove City College (Pennsylvania, USA) 2005.
- M.A. Liberal Studies with concentration in Creative Writing, Dartmouth College (New Hampshire, USA) 2010
Ms. Reina Suyderhoud
EYFS/KS1 Support teacher
- B.A. Psychology, emphasis in Child Development
University of California, Davis, 2007 (California, USA) - M.A. Bilingual Education Stanford University, 2009 (California, USA)
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, Bilingual, Cross-Cultural, Language and Academic Development Authorization
Ms. Kristina Ramos
Pre Nursery - Butterflies
- Bachelors Degree in Sociology with Honorable Mention “Cum Laude” Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN, USA (2008)
- Training in Autism Spectrum Disorder, Training in Reggio Emilia
Ms. Melissa Arias
Nursery - Trutles
- Bachelor in Education,
- Teacher of Preschool, and Elementary School and Education Universidad de Panamá
Ms. Kowthar Abdi
Year 3 - Jaguars
- BSc Psychology and Criminology – Kingston University London 2017.
- Post Graduate Certificate in Education – University of Greenwich 2018
THE CASCO SCHOOL
ALBROOK - PRIMARY SCHOOL
Ms. Ana Victoria Caballero
Reception - Monkeys
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Universidad Santa Maria la Antigua,
- Masters Degree in Neuropsychology, training in Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Ms. Ileana Rincón
Year 1 - Frogs
- School of Law- Universidad Libre, Colombia
- Master Degree in Family, Adolescence and Childhood Law
- Pedagogy-Education, Universidad del Atlántico, Colegio Marina Ariza Santiago
- Certified by Ministry of Education in Escalafón # 6.
Ms. Nadine Arcillas
Reception - Monkeys
- BA First Class with Honours in Childhood Studies from Leeds Beckett University
- TEFL from La Universidad Internacional Isabel I de Castilla
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education from North Tyneside SCITT at Northumbria University
Ms. Maydelmis Mendoza
Pre Nursery - Turtles
- Degree in Early Stimulation and Family Guidance.
Ms. Davia Lionel
Year 1 - Frogs
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Queen Mary University London
- Post Graduate in Education from University of Greenwich (PGCE with QTS).
Ms. Carolina Fajardo
Pre Nursery - Butterflies
- Degree in Early Stimulation and Family Guidance.
- Introduction to Neurodidactics Seminar.
Ms. María M. Rodríguez
Reception - Monkeys
- Bachelor in Early Childhood Stimulation and Family Guidance
Ms. Dulce María Gallagher
Pre Nursery - Turtles
- Degree in Early Stimulation and Family Guidance.
Ms. Sally Grundy
Year 2 - Crocodiles
- Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design) from The University of Huddersfield
- TEFL qualified from the TEFL Academy in Manchester, UK
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Primary Education) from Middlesex University, London, UK
THE CASCO SCHOOL
ALBROOK - SECONDARY SCHOOL
Ms. Sue Adames
Vice Principal - Science
- B.S in Microbiology and Parasitology (University of Panama).
- TESOL (University of Leicester).
- FCE and CAE of (Cambridge University – English Assessment).
- Masters in Educational Centers Administration (Tech University – Spain).
- Certificate in Supervision an Assessment of Educational Centers (University of Panama).
- Certificate in Scientific Experiences in the classroom and Data Analysis (SENACYT and Fundación Omar Dengo – Costa Rica)
Ms. Maria Bhattay
English
- MA in Education and Education Leadership (2022).
- BSc Honours in Combined Social Sciences and Social policy.
- Masters certification in Teaching English as a Foreign Language/ TESOL.
Mr. Abdiel Roderi
English
Mr. Alfredo Hidrovo
Music
- Composer Musician.
- Graduated from the prestigious Berklee College of Music in California.
Ms. Ingrid Carrasco
IT
- Degree in Finance.
- MBA in Business Management.
- Specialization in Higher Education.
- Microsoft Certified Trainer MOS.
- FCE First Certificate of English Cambridge University.
Ms. Suhey Wong
Spanish
- BA in Spanish from the Universidad de Panamá.
- Teaching degree from the Universidad de Panamá.
Ms. Nathalie Zisolpulos
Arts
- Visual artist with a degree on art therapy for children with special needs.
Mr. Eric Velazco
Global Perspective
Ms. Maggen
Administrator
THE CASCO SCHOOL
COSTA DEL ESTE
Ms. Lorena Jiménez
Reception
- Bachelor’s degree in Modern Languages, Universidad Central de Venezuela.
- EYFS essential training, Educare Training Center, Doha- Qatar.
- Early Childhood Education Study Tour, Learning Scoop. University of Tampere Finland.
Ms. Ruth Asprou
Year 1 - Frogs
- Bsc Psychology, City University London
- Msc Equality and Diversity, Cardiff
- University PGCE, Institute of Education, UCL
Ms. Guadalupe Martin
Year 2 - Crocodiles
- B.Ed Level 6
- Degree at University of Extremadura, Spain
Ms. Gabriela Recuero
Nursery
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Universidad Santa María la Antigua
- ICH Good Clinical Practice Certified by Global Health Training Centre
Ms. Erica Gittens
Year 4 - Meduca Coordinator
- Master of Arts International Relations London Metropolitan University.
- Masters in Phycology and Coach in emotional intelligence for youth and adolescence. Business School in Lleida, Spain.
- Tefl and Tesol Certified.
Mr. Christopher Hebbron
Year 5 - Manta Rays | KS2 Leader
- PGCE Primary, University of Manchester, UK
- BA Hons History, University of Leeds, UK
Ms. Tania Alonso
Year 3
- Master’s degree in Applied Linguistic of Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language.
- Master’s Degree Teaching Primary Education.
- Bachelor’s degree Teaching Primary Education, Teaching. Foreign Languages. University of Salamanca. Spain. J
- Erasmus Student in the Department of Modern Languages, Nottingham Trent University. Nottingham. England.
- January 2004 Bachelor’s degree in Law
Mr. Adrian de la Rosa
Year 6 - English Teacher
- B.Ed Teaching Primary Education, Specialty in Foreign Languages, University of Granada, Spain.
- UK QTS certification
Ms. Marianne Santamaría
Administrator
- BA Business Administration, Minor in International Business, University of Louisville, KY
- MSc in International Marketing, ESC Rennes, FR
Mr. Pablo Goroz
Physical Education
Mr. Ariel Cedeño
Physical Education
TEACHING ASSISTANCE
Ms. Kenia
Nursery Teaching Assistant
Ms. Cindy
Reception Teaching Assistant
Ms. Mayvis
Year 1 Teaching Assistant
Ms. Milagros Rivera
Year 1 Teaching Assistant
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Ms. Carlijne Blom
Head of Admissions
Master Degrees in Public International Law and in Dutch Civil Law
Ms. Shainys Rodriguez
Accounting
Ms. Ingrid Leon
Social Media
