Yan Wang
Mandarin Studies
Bachelors Degree in English Language and Literature
Shandong University
Bachelors Degree in Education
Shandong University
Masters Degree in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language
Shandong University
Nihao, my name is Yan Wang and I am the MS & HS school Mandarin teacher. I´m from Jining, China, a famous historical and cultural city, and the hometown of Confucius. I have been living and teaching in Bangkok since 2011, and started to work at Berkeley in the year 2016. Before moving to Berkeley International School, I taught Mandarin at Eastern Asia University for three years and at Kasetsart University for two years. I wanted to be a teacher because it´s a lot of fun interacting with the students, learning with them, and open a new perspective on the world around them by learning a new language and culture.
Hongyan Xie
Mandarin Studies
M.A. Teaching Chinese as an International Language
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
B. A. Chinese Language and Literature
Hainan Normal University, China
Hi I am Hongyan Xie from China. I obtained my master´s degree in Teaching Chinese as an International Language from Nanyang Technological University in Singapore and am familiar with IBDP Curriculum and Common Core.
I find great satisfaction in being a teacher because it allows me to share not only knowledge, but also values and interests with my students and colleagues both inside and outside the classroom. I particularly appreciate how school can foster a sense of community that brings everyone together. In addition to being a certified Mandarin teacher, I am also a qualified rock-climbing instructor. Furthermore, I have led various extracurricular clubs, including a school garden club aimed at promoting a sustainable and environmentally-friendly campus, as well as a yoga club focused on enhancing physical and mental wellbeing. Outside of work, I am passionate about spending time in nature and engaging in different kinds of activities.
Thayika Wathin (Dao)
Head of Thai Language Department
Bachelor of Elementary Education
Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Sawasdee ka! :) I´m Ms. Thayika, the Head of Thai Language Department . I teach Thai language and culture at the elementary level. I graduated with first-class honors in Education from Chulalongkorn University, specializing in Thai language education for young learners. Since joining Berkeley in 2016, I´ve proudly witnessed the growth of our students and thoroughly enjoy being part of this vibrant community. My passion for teaching drives me to help children master Thai and embrace its cultural richness. Our languages team is committed to providing a meaningful and enriching experience in language and cultural education. We aim to enhance students´ skills and hope they find joy in their language-learning journey at our school.
Metavadee Duangkaew (Kate)
Thai Studies
Masters in Educational Management - Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Bachelor of Education - Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Sawasdee ka! I´m Ms Metavadee Duangkaew, but you can call me “Kate”! I am the Thai Language and Culture Teacher for the Kindergarten level in Berkeley, teaching both Thai native and non-native students. I graduated from Chulalongkorn University with a First Class Honours and a Master´s Degree. Prior to working at Berkeley, I was with Chulalongkorn University Demonstration Elementary School and Triam Udom Suksa School as a trainee teacher, and I also worked at the Heavenly Children´s Adventure Center in California, United States as an instructor! I have 7 years of teaching experience under my belt, and my expertise is in Early Childhood Education. I will try my best to make my class enjoyable and safe for all of my students to reach their full potential. Teaching students is not only my job, it´s my PASSION. Their smiles are my HAPPINESS. We are Berkeley Lions! Hear us roar!
Tanchanok Kaewkijja (Niff)
Thai Studies
Bachelor of Education (major:Thai and French)
Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Co-Master Degree Program student
Chambre de Commerce et d´Industrie de Paris, France
Master of Arts (French for the business World)
Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Sawasdee kha! Hello! Bonjour! I am Ms. Niff. I graduated from the Faculty of Education, majoring in teaching Thai and French to secondary students.
I worked at an international school for 4 years where I taught Thai to both Thai Native and Non Native students.
I had a chance to teach Thai language and culture to exchange students in my previous school for many years too.
In order to improve my teaching skills, I completed a Training course for Instructors of Thai to Foreigners at the Faculty of Liberal Arts, Mahidol University.
I know that Thai language is quite hard, however I will try my best to make Thai class fun!
Papawee Setthananon (Best)
Thai Studies
Bachelor of Elementary Education
Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand
Hello! Sawasdee ka! My name is Papawee Setthananon or you can call me “Best”. I was a trainee teacher at Srinakharinwirot University Demonstration Elementary school and Samsennok Institute a year before I graduated. I worked at Maepra fatima School for 4 years where I taught Thai to both Thai Native and Non Native students. I had a chance to take exchanges students to Singapore camps too. Berkeley is my second place of work. I´m really excited and proud to be a part of Berkeley.
The Thai language is hard to learn, I will try my best to create my class enjoyable and safe for all of my students to reach their full potential and have fun in my class. Learning is a lifelong journey. We are the Berkeley Lions! Hear us roar!
Wannaporn Rongangchan
Thai Studies
Bachelor of Education in Psychology and Guidance, Chiang Mai Rajabhat University
My name is Wannaporn Rongangchan, also known as Kruu Tuttu. I have five years of experience working in international schools and hold a Bachelor of Education in Psychology and Guidance from Chiang Mai Rajabhat University. I have a strong passion for the Thai language and culture and am dedicated to educating students through dynamic and engaging lessons. My main focus is on the holistic development of students, encompassing their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive capacities. My approach involves spending quality time with students, observing and facilitating their growth in acquiring proficiency in the Thai language. My hobbies are traveling, reading, and listening to music.
