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Melika is thrilled to join Richland Academy, bringing her Master’s degree in TEFL and over four years of experience in International Baccalaureate (IB) education. With a passion for teaching, expertise in TEFL, and a solid foundation in IB principles, Melika creates an inclusive and dynamic 
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Christine joins Richland Academy after 14 years as an international PYP teacher abroad. She has taught in IB World Schools in Italy, South Korea, Bangladesh, China and Senegal. She is excited to finally bring her experience to her home country. Christine returned to Canada with her Italian husband, 
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Jessica has been working with children her whole life. Her education and experience is multifaceted, having worked as a support worker for people with disabilities, a yoga instructor, a kindergarten teacher and an art teacher. She holds certifications as a support worker and yoga instructor, 
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Mike is a graduate from Massey University-New Zealand (Bachelor of Education, diploma in educational studies). With over 15 years in education spanning Japan, New Zealand, and Canada, Mike is a seasoned educator dedicated to instilling a passion for lifelong learning. His cross-cultural teaching experience has 
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Adrianne brings to Richland her exuberant energy and her love for learning. She has worked with children in a variety of roles- coach, tutor, and teacher for over 5 years. She is known for her enthusiasm for life and brings a creative and fresh outlook 
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Amélie joined Richland Academy in September 2019 after 19 years of teaching French and Spanish in the UK in a variety of settings. Born and raised in Brittany, France, she moved to England to pursue a successful career in teaching. She brings her positive energy 
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Whitney is very excited to be joining the Richland Academy teaching team! She has been passionately exploring the performing arts throughout her childhood and into the present by participating in choirs, jazz bands, orchestras, music theatre productions and by working as a collaborative pianist. Whitney graduated 
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In 2009, Mr. Demers graduated from Brock University with a Bachelor of Physical Education Honours degree and a Bachelor of Education degree. He flew to Hong Kong where he lived and taught at Delia School of Canada from 2009-2017. While in Hong Kong, Mr. Demers 
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Kate Daniel has been teaching at Richland Academy for 17 years as the Senior Kindergarten Teacher. She enjoys teaching the PYP program (International Baccalaureate), and a believer in creating challenging, Reggio inspired inquiry environments that stimulate deep learning. She is a curious, creative, and passionate 
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An accomplished local watercolour artist, Josephine joined Richland Academy in 2005 as the Visual Arts Specialist/ Atelerista. She embraces the Reggio philosophy and strongly believes the arts are an integral aspect of children’s learning in the 21st century. Josephine is passionate about fostering creativity, and 
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