NIVA Faculty & Staff

Our teachers and staff are diverse, coming from all around the world bringing with them rich cultures and great knowledge to be shared with our students.

NIVA teachers here are really friendly, helpful, understanding and flexible

— Graduating Student | Senior Class of 2023 —

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School Board

Dr. Nathan Anthony

Chief Executive Officer

Penjit Prasertwanich

Chief Financial Officer

Jonathan Gibson

Head of Academics

Alexander de Guzman

Head of Student Affairs & WASC Coordinator

Jirawan Janpreyakun

Thai Principal and KG Thai Teacher

Pichamol Kitjapipat

NPSC President/Parent Representative

Pachreeya Panichakarn

NPSC Vice President/Parent Representative

Artit Sathanakulphanich

NPSC PR/Parent Representative

Administration

Jonathan Gibson

Head of Academics

Alexander de Guzman

Head of Student Affairs & WASC Coordinator

Marle Baybay

Nursery and Kindergarten Coordinator

Jirawan Janpreyakun

Thai Principal and KG Thai Teacher

Frankie Tun

STEM Head and Assistant for Student Affairs

Nursery and Kindergarten Faculty

Maricel Caro

Nursery Homeroom Teacher

Shiree Grovers

K1 Homeroom Teacher

Dianne Gonzales

K2G Homeroom Teacher

Polina Baranova

K2N Homeroom Teacher

Ava Sthapit

K3N Homeroom Teacher

Nicole Ranin

Nursery Teacher Assistant

Bubpha Saewa

K2G Teacher Assistant

Prime Pecthboot

K2G Teacher Assistant

Ei Pyae Phyo

K2N Teacher Assistant

Sarunchana Wattanasiri

K3G Teacher Assistant

Sofia Ustiugova

K3N Teacher Assistant

Elementary Faculty

Raymond Uys

Grade 1G Homeroom Teacher

Aida Auxillo

Grade 1N Homeroom Teacher

Andre Swanepoel

Grade 2G Homeroom Teacher

Regina Gabdulbarova

Grade 2N Homeroom Teacher

Sheyla Castelan

Grade 3G Homeroom Teacher

Zane Barac

Grade 3N Homeroom Teacher

Ben van den Bergh

Grade 4 Homeroom Teacher

Karl Othen

Grade 5G Homeroom Teacher

Ece Demiriz

Grade 5N Homeroom Teacher

Archie Ann Gonzales

Grade 1G Teacher Assistant

Panfah Bhanprem

Grade 1N Teacher Assistant

Chomchanok Tiwattanasuk

Grade 2G Teacher Assistant

Rujira Pufai

Grade 2N Teacher Assistant

Secondary Homeroom Faculty

Liam Spilker

Grade 6 Homeroom Teacher

Luis Duarte

Grade 7 Homeroom Teacher

Frankie Tun

Grade 8G Homeroom Teacher

Hunter Larsen

Grade 8N Homeroom Teacher

Anthony Ombid

Grade 9 Homeroom Teacher

Saniha Sheik

Grade 10 Homeroom Teacher

Savitha Varghese

Grade 11 Homeroom Teacher

Alex MacEwan

Grade 12 Homeroom Teacher

Subject Teachers

Aigerim Suleimenova

English/Humanities Teacher

Arpha Vida Buga-ay

English Suppliment and Guidance Counselor

Ika Klei Sheendy Elanga

ELD Head and Teacher

Nianci Liu

Chinese Teacher

Changyan Wu

Chinese Teacher

Shiying Gu

KG Chinese Teacher

Yumeng Li

Chinese Teacher

Pritparoon Sangaanthasiri

Thai Teacher

Nisnanyabhak Kanha

Thai Teacher

Suchanarth Pholkanit

Thai Teacher

Khufa Taweewattana

Thai Teacher

Janet de Guzman

Computer Science Teacher

Atit Dej-Udomlarp

Music Teacher

Bernie Buga-ay

Art / Music Teacher

Matthew Rhoda

PE Teacher

Marlon Cario

PE Teacher

Faghri Allie

PE Teacher

Milcah Sarah Rosero

PE Teacher

Office Staff

Jerubem Era

Chief Registrar and IT

Netchanok Phornsawat

Assistant Registrar & Activity Coordinator

Chonticha Nuam-iam

Purchasing & Canteen Coordinator

Sudaporn Srisom

Chief Accountant

Sunattaya Jansuwan

Account Payable

Wiganda Ruengkris

Account Receivable

Henna Kengpanit

HR / Government Liaison and Visa

Kanokporn Jaratkorn

Human Resources

Thanaporn Lucktong

Marketing & School Image Designer

Pattareeya Sanitiwet

Admissions and Marketing

Aye Yi Mon Oo

Graphic Design & Marketing Assistant

Chanicha Tharak

Receptionist and Admissions

Nannapas Ponsen

Admissions/Reception

Janchai Klungpimay

Facilities & Head of Ground Staff

Tunyalux Kruanopparat

School Nurse

Thansinee Khanthaseema

School Nurse

Pornnittha Charoenngamwongwan

Librarian

Manida Jansuwan

Guidance Counselor

Chanaporn Roypirom

Science and STEM Lab Assistant

Songvuth Wongbuddhichai

IT Infrastructure

Maleewan Visamitanan

Industry Officer

Preeyarrat Jangun

Ror Dor Coordinator / NIVA Mart

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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What curriculum does NIVA use?

NIVA uses an American curriculum based on the California common core standards.

What are the class sizes and student-to-teacher ratios? What is the average class size and how many students are there per class?

We typically have smaller class sizes and lower student-to-teacher ratios than Thai schools. Class sizes may range from 15 to 26 students, with student-to-teacher ratios ranging from 13:1 to 20:1.

What are the qualifications of the teachers and staff?

Teachers and staff at NIVA hold advanced degrees and have experience teaching in international or multicultural settings.

What facilities and resources are available for students, such as libraries, sports facilities, and technology?

Please check out pictures of our beautiful campus here. You can also book a school tour to come visit our campus with your family!

Do we have a program to help students who cannot speak English?

Yes, we do. Our English Language Learner (ELL) program is designed to lay foundations for student who don't speak English with the goal of getting them ready to join our mainstream program. This program is available to all students, including those coming from Thai schools and Chinese-speaking families.

What extracurricular activities (ECAs) does the school offer?

NIVA offers a wide range of extracurricular activities including sports, arts, music, drama, and community service. Click on the following links to see a sample of ECAs we offer for elementary school and secondary school. Please note that the ECAs listed here are examples of what we typically offer. This list may change according to student interest.

What is the school's policy on student safety and security?

NIVA has policies and procedures in place to ensure student safety and security, including protocols for emergency situations, visitor management, and student supervision. You can read more about our Child Protection Policy here.

What AP courses does NIVA offer?

Please click here to see AP courses we offer. Please keep in mind that each class must have met the required minimum number of students registered it to take place.

How does the AP program benefit the students when they go to university?

The Advanced Placement (AP) program can benefit students when they go to university by providing them with college-level coursework in high school, which can help prepare them for the rigor and expectations of university-level courses.
Students who take AP courses may be eligible to receive college credit, advanced placement, or both, which can help reduce the cost of college tuition and allow students to graduate earlier.
Additionally, having AP courses on a student's transcript can demonstrate to universities that they are willing to challenge themselves academically and may improve their chances of being accepted into competitive programs.

Do students receive a diploma for AP?

There are two types of AP diploma:

AP Capstone Diploma: The requirements for receiving this diploma is as follows: AP Capstone 1 (Seminar), AP Capstone 2 (Research), four other AP exam scores (all scores have to be at least 3 out of 5).
AP International Diploma (APID): A globally recognized certificate awarded to students who display exceptional achievement across a variety of disciplines. Five AP exams with scores of 3 or above is required (different subjects have different requirements).

How does the school help students with scholarships abroad?

Our guidance counselor works tirelessly to help our grade 11 and 12 students apply for scholarships abroad. We help students prepare and send their applications, guide them with the student interview questions, and assist with all the documents needed for their choice universities.

What happens when a student changes from IB curriculum (or others) to an American Curriculum?

When a student transfers to NIVA, our guidance counselor and registrar will assess and determine subjects that can be matched and transfered to our system. We will then guide the student through the process of developing a plan to acquire the remaining necessary credits and classes for graduation.