Mr Schubert spent his early days as a child in East Pakistan (Bangladesh) before he went to boarding school in Darjeeling, India at the age of seven. In his spare time, Mr Schubert enjoys playing golf and travelling. Mr Schubert is a lifelong learner, having completed his last degree, an MBA, at Curtin University in 2005. He has a great passion for teaching and taught in schools in Tasmania and Western Australia before becoming a Head of Boarding at the Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School. He then moved on to manage the Swanleigh Residential College as Head of Boarding, tasked with the main responsibility of managing student well being and discipline of up to 270 boarders. He has over 16 years of experience in boarding house management. He now heads the opening of Nexus Boarding House in September 2011.

Greg graduated from Griffith University in Brisbane with a degree in Computer Science. Before starting at Nexus, Greg taught in Primary and Secondary schools in South Korea over a four-year period. Shortly afterwards he moved to Malaysia where he began working at Nexus International School as the ICT manager. This year he will be moving over from the technical side of ICT to a teaching and implementation role, an area that he is passionate about. Greg's ICT knowledge, passion to facilitate learning and eagerness to identify how technology can be better used to enhance learning for both teachers and learners allows him to provide Nexus International School with another important resource in this ICT rich environment.

Richard has been working as a teacher in the primary sector for 6 years. Before making the move into teaching, Richard worked in IT and communications. He has also worked in summer camps in the USA and as a professional entertainer in the UK and Spain. He graduated with a performing arts degree in 1999 and from a young age has had a passion with performing and directing in theatre and film. His experience in IT landed him the role as ICT subject leader in his NQT year of teaching. Since then he has shown inspiration and enthusiasm with his previous school in developing a solid infrastructure where children and staff can learn comfortably with ICT. As a legacy to his previous school he integrated Apple Macs as part of a creative project for cross curricula activities. Richard has a real passion for ICT in the classroom as a tool and enjoys encouraging and working with staff and students in integrating ICT across the curriculum. He has a particular interest in using video and sound to encourage learners to be creative with their learning.

Jared has been a teaching ICT for 9 years, 6 of those where spent as the Head of ICT at a large secondary school in Nottingham. Jared has also contributed to an ICT Key Stage 3 textbook and has been involved with a UK exam board, writing and reviewing examination papers and working up to the role of Chief Examiner. He believes learning should be fun and that students should be taught in a positive and open atmosphere where they are free to experiment and develop new skills. Jared also enjoys using new ICT tools and believes that discovering new technologies is one of the greatest benefits of being an ICT teacher. He feels that all learners should be fully engaged with the use of ICT and encourages new ways to use digital tools to enhance learning and is excited about sharing his ICT values and contributing to Nexus International School. The desire to live and work in Malaysia has been a long standing goal for Jared and his family, having visited the country on numerous occasions over the past few years.

Kerry has 9 years' experience teaching, both in the UK and internationally, and is enjoying the challenges and thrills that Nexus International School and life in Malaysia bring. She believes that empowering pupils to become independent, life-long learners is an essential part of her role as teacher and loves making use of drama and multi-media activities to bring lessons to life. The opportunities that KnowledgeNet offer the English classroom are aiding her in her goals to achieve personalised learning for all. Kerry also makes full use of the school library, regularly reading teenage fiction in order to encourage all of the Nexus learners to do the same. She is, naturally, an avid reader who is often to be found with her nose in a book but who also holds a passion for experimental (although not always successful) cookery.

Having taught in quite a few locations, from Poland to Thailand and the UK, Abena is enjoying teaching at Nexus International School, where the ethos is all about the students' learning styles and personal development. She believes it takes a lot more than good grades to make a successful global citizen. She hopes to foster a love of English as well as helping learners to realise their own potential in all aspects of life. She believes in lifelong learning, and having completed a Masters in Education, is looking for the next challenge to keep her teaching fresh and relevant. She is passionate about teaching and delighted that this also allows her and her growing family to experience such a diverse culture as Malaysia and become fully participant members of the community in school and beyond.

Martin has been teaching in England for the past two years in a forward thinking and creative department. He is looking forward to expanding his professional horizons at Nexus International School, as well as benefiting from the cultural education Malaysia has to offer. In addition he has a great love for language, its evolution and application. Transferring this passion for the written and spoken word to his learners, via a fun and energetic teaching style, is an important aspiration for him. Martin believes that every child matters and will strive to help them to achieve their true potential, which is central to his teaching philosophy. With a great love of literature, both contemporary and classical, he can often be found whiling away the hours with a good book, unless he is watching (and usually shouting at) Manchester United.

Maureen has taught in New Zealand, the Middle East and Vietnam. She believes in an inclusive learning environment where democracy, discussion and diligence dominate. She is never happier than when in the classroom with learners and believes that each child is a unique individual who needs a secure, caring, and stimulating atmosphere in which to grow and mature emotionally, intellectually, physically, and socially. It is her desire as an educator to help learners reach their fullest potential in these areas by providing an environment that is safe, supports risk-taking, and invites a sharing of ideas. In addition, Maureen believes that equally important to self-discovery is having the opportunity to study things that are meaningful and relevant to one's life and interests and with this in mind, she works to develop a curriculum around student interests that fosters and stimulates the passion to learn, believing that when students have ownership in the curriculum, they are motivated to work hard and master the skills necessary to reach their goals. As an educator she works to instill a love of learning in her learners, as she shares her own passion for learning with them.  Maureen's interests range from reading, walking, theatre going and traveling through to dress and jewelry making.

A teacher for nine years at secondary schools in Lincolnshire, UK and two years in Malaysia, Suzy is an enthusiastic teacher whose ethos is based upon developing enquiry and thinking skills. She wants learners to enjoy learning and utilises appropriate, differentiated tasks to achieve this. She strives to produce an environment that promotes an atmosphere of learning, openness and success. She believes that every learner will have the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Learners are encouraged to ask questions and embrace the challenge of finding answers, whether working as individuals or as part of a team. Suzy believes the classroom should not be the end of learning for learners or teachers, and is utilising Nexus International School's cross-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities and activities as tools to enrich the learning experience. A keen swimmer and football supporter, Suzy enjoys exploring Malaysia's wide and varied environments in her spare time.

Mark has been teaching for over 30 years and has worked at a variety of schools in New Zealand, the UK, Jordan, Dubai and Vietnam teaching students from Years 4 to 13, before coming to Malaysia. He has more than ten years of experience as a Head of Department and Head of Year as well as six years experience as an Assistant Principal. As a teacher of French, Mark has often been the only French teacher in his school and the survival of his subject has relied on his ability to enthuse his learners. Mark runs an inclusive classroom and values success at whatever level. He embraces new technologies for the new dimensions they can open up to learners and believes in the power of positivity, self-reliance and determination. In his spare time Mark like to watch movies, read history, swim, play squash, follow his unfashionable football team, eat out and travel.

British born Amy graduated from Portsmouth University with a degree in Marine Biology. She has taught Science in British state schools for six years; two years of which as Director of Science. Amy inculcates learners with a sense of enquiry and curiosity. Her passion for teaching and love of the subject is reflected in her fun, energetic and stimulating lessons. Amy appreciates the opportunities that the natural environment in Malaysia has to offer her and her students.

John Lee has been a Mathematics teacher for over 20 years and has worked in the UK, Zimbabwe, Saudi Arabia, Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia and India, before moving to Putrajaya, Malaysia. In his previous schools, he has taken a wide range of responsibilities including Head of Department, Boarding Parent and Outdoor Pursuits Coordinator. A firm believer in the need for students to become independent learners, he tries to encourage them to discover results for themselves, take risks in their thinking and not be afraid of making mistakes. John enjoys the stimulation of working in an international environment and loves to explore the culture of Malaysia with his wife and four children. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his family and exercising in the gym. He also enjoys writing and had his first novel published in 2008.

Chris grew up nurturing his southern accent in Kent. He studied Mathematics at University of York before deciding to train as a teacher at University of Cambridge. He worked at one of the first IB schools in the U.K before starting his International career in Peru. He enjoyed this unique part of the world for 5 years working at two top international schools in Lima. Chris promotes a friendly atmosphere where all can contribute and hopes that all learners can grow to appreciate the importance Mathematics plays in all our lives. He likes to immerse himself in new cultures and is excited about living in Malaysia with his young family. He is a keen (and slightly poor!) sportsman who is delighted by the number of golf courses scattered around.

Steve has taught Secondary Maths for nine years in the UK. He has had responsibility for investigational learning, for cross-phase transition and has led a department. He sees Maths as an essential tool for life and work, as vital for developing thinking skills and an endless source of challenge and enjoyment. He believes that learners who take ownership of their own learning will surprise themselves by their progress. Steve loves experiencing different cultures and eagerly anticipates living and working in Malaysia.

Kali started off her career teaching Maths at a large school in Surrey, England and then decided to take the leap onto the International circuit and has been teaching Maths and ICT in Washington DC, USA for the last two years. She has held a number of positions of responsibility including Head of Department and Head of House. Kali's teaching philosophy centers on the enjoyment of Maths, with a firm belief that this is conducive to the learning of the subject. She creates an open and warm learning environment and encourages students to be brave, daring and venture an answer whether or not they think they are correct.

Kali enjoys travelling, but in particular with students and has taken them on trips to France, China and Rwanda to see Gorillas in the wild. She enjoys new experiences whether they are in new countries or in new circumstances and is looking forward to reconnecting with her roots whilst at Nexus International School.

Before coming to Nexus International School, Lizzy taught in schools and universities throughout Japan, England, Australia, Cambodia and Malaysia and these experiences around the world have given her a love for languages. She leads EAL at Nexus International School and is working towards building a school culture where EAL is embedded in every aspect of teaching and learning. Lizzy has enjoyed using opportunities to teach with ICT in an EAL capacity.  An active person, her passions include scuba diving, cooking, reading and spending time with her family.

Chris has been teaching EAL since 1999 and has lived and worked in Hungary, the UK, Thailand and now in Malaysia. He has a wide range of teaching experience including 5 years with the British Council where he co-ordinated young learner courses as well as working extensively with teenagers. He believes very much in a learner centred environment that fosters independence, developing trust and mutual respect, therefore allowing learners to express themselves fully. He strongly feels all learners should be treated equally and be given the same opportunities to flourish. He also has a special interest in integrating ICT into learning. Chris is also an artist and a martial artist when he can spare the time away from his busy family and work life. Chris is very much enjoying life in Malaysia and experiencing the sights, smells and sounds that it has to offer.

Glenda hails from from Perth, Australia. She has been a generalist primary school teacher and a specialist teacher of English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Spanish and German at both primary and high school levels. In 2005 she decided to teach overseas and spent two years in Hong Kong and then two years in Singapore. She adores travelling and is looking forward to a wonderful working experience at Nexus International School, Putrajaya. 

Prior to teaching in Nexus International School, Ann Lee has been teaching in Montessori schools in Malacca and Kuala Lumpur for five years. She has a Diploma in Montessori Early Childhood Education and Learning Disorders Management and Child Psychology diploma. She has numerous experiences teaching in nurseries and kindergartens with children ranging from two to six years old. She is a dedicated and energetic assistant teacher in Years 1 and 2 before joining the EAL department this academic year. She always believes that each child is unique and has a distinct set of abilities and talents. Therefore, it is essential to provide them equal opportunities and access to education to achieve their full academic potential. 

Sandra has been teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages since 2003. In the UK she worked in schools, colleges and community settings, teaching learners from seventeen to seventy, from all around the world.

Sandra is passionate about language and the power of words and has spent her working life sharing that enthusiasm.  She has worked as an arts administrator, a library assistant and was an associate director of an independent bookselling chain for 20 years, before opening her own bookshop. Her experiences have developed her communication skills in business settings and never dampened her love of reading and writing.