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Miss HALL
EAL Teacher
Mr BROWN
Physics Teacher
Mr CASTRO
Music Teacher
Mr GROGAN
Art Teacher
Mrs KHALFAOUI
Humanities Teacher
Mr SEALEY
EAL Teacher
Miss Hall joined our staff in January 2020. Before coming to Morocco, she was teaching English at a bilingual school in Madrid.
She took a degree in International Relations and French from the University of Kent, an MA in Sociology from the University of Bristol, and a PGCE in Citizenship from Canterbury Christchurch University, all in the UK. She also completed a TEFL course in Rome.
She has taught English in Greece, Colombia, and Spain. She is bilingual in English and Spanish, and has also taught Spanish in her native Gibraltar.
Her main hobby is Latin American dancing.
Mr. Brown has over 14 years of experience teaching in a number of schools and colleges in Birmingham, United Kingdom and considers himself a lifelong learner.
He holds both a PGCE QTS Secondary and a PGCert in Higher Education and he is a member of the Higher Education Academy, the Royal Society of Chemistry, and the Institute of Physics.
Mr. Brown took his bachelor's degree in Chemistry at the University of Derby and his LPC, LLM at the University of Law Birmingham and was awarded the H. Carl Moultrie Legal Scholar award 2015.
He holds both a PGCE QTS Secondary and a PGCert in Higher Education and he is a member of the Higher Education Academy, the Royal Society of Chemistry, and the Institute of Physics.
Mr. Brown took his bachelor's degree in Chemistry at the University of Derby and his LPC, LLM at the University of Law Birmingham and was awarded the H. Carl Moultrie Legal Scholar award 2015.
I received my degree in audio engineering from the Orson Welles Technological Institute in 2007 in Lima-Peru, where I worked in the live music industry and the recording industry with various national and international musical groups.
Later, in 2011, I received my degree in Musical Arts from the Technological University of Chile, to later work on different artistic and educational projects. In 2016 I came to Morocco to work as a music teacher at an international school in Morocco.
Throughout my musical development I have been part of different musical groups in different genres, such as: jazz, folk, rock, funk, rap, avant-garde, fusion music, world music, among others, sharing stage and rehearsals with high-level international musicians
Later, in 2011, I received my degree in Musical Arts from the Technological University of Chile, to later work on different artistic and educational projects. In 2016 I came to Morocco to work as a music teacher at an international school in Morocco.
Throughout my musical development I have been part of different musical groups in different genres, such as: jazz, folk, rock, funk, rap, avant-garde, fusion music, world music, among others, sharing stage and rehearsals with high-level international musicians
After graduating from Durham University I decided to train to be a teacher of Geography. Twenty-four years later and I still want to teach Geography! I am very interested in how students learn and have completed two Masters degrees in Education, one with King's College London and the other with Durham University. I am currently completing a Doctorate in Education with Bristol University looking at teacher identity. I have worked in the UK, Malaysia and Hong Kong. I also set up and ran a school equestrian team that was so successful that we won two holidays to the UK for our team. I am very excited to share more experiential learning with the students of BISC.
Mr Sealey joins the British International School Casablanca having been Head of EAL, Key Stage 4 Co-ordinator and an English teacher in Penang, Malaysia for the past four years. Prior to that he worked in Uganda teaching ESL, coaching, and mentoring Learning Support Assistants in the Achievement Centre (SEND, ELL and Gifted and Talented students). He also established and was the Head of the Sixth Form. Mr Sealey has also worked in Dubai where he was lead Learning Support in the Achievement Centre and led teacher training with regards to them obtaining IELTS qualifications. He has a degree in Coaching and Mentoring, is CELTA qualified and a IELTS trainer. He is a keen sportsman, playing football regularly and enjoys watching most sports. He is a strong believer in lifelong learning, and he is always looking to acquire new skills.
Mr WILLIAMS
Science Teacher
Mrs CHAJID
English Teacher
Mrs ABDELBARI
Information Technology Teacher
Mr JAAFAR
Computer Science
Mrs ABARARHE
French Teacher
Mrs SHILTON
Mathematics Teacher
Mr Williams is a Biologist who after graduating from the University of Nottingham in 2001 became involved with various conservation projects worldwide, combining his scientific knowledge with a passion for travel. After a career in business, Mr Williams completed his teacher training in 2017 and subsequently worked in schools in the UK. A keen scuba diver, Mr Williams has just completed the last two years working as a Biology teacher in an international school in Cairo, where regular school trips were arranged to highlight the effect of plastic in the seas and the effect upon the marine environment.
Educational background:
MSC Computer Based Information Systems (with Distinction) - University of Sunderland, UK
ORACLE Certified Professional
CISCO Certified Professional-Certified Instructor
Microsoft Certified Professional-Certified Trainer
Technical certificates: CompTIA A+ Technician, Network+, A+
Teaching experience :
14 years Teaching experience in computer field at Universities and International schools - Internationally & in Morocco
MSC Computer Based Information Systems (with Distinction) - University of Sunderland, UK
ORACLE Certified Professional
CISCO Certified Professional-Certified Instructor
Microsoft Certified Professional-Certified Trainer
Technical certificates: CompTIA A+ Technician, Network+, A+
Teaching experience :
14 years Teaching experience in computer field at Universities and International schools - Internationally & in Morocco
Jaafer became a subject leader in Computer Science and ICT at the British International School of Casablanca. He earned an Honours Degree in Computer Science from Metropolitan University before going on to earn a Post Graduate Certificate in Education at University of Greenwich and a Master's Degree in Computer Systems. Jaafer has extensive experience working as a Subject Leader, pastoral leader, and manager in independent and public schools in the United Kingdom. He taught at a university, colleges, and international schools before relocating to Casablanca.
Jaafer believes that education is the most important factor in a student's future success: integrity, consistency, respect, and curiosity will be at the heart of BISC's new generation of life-long learners.
BISC is a new venture, and he believes that BISC's first students have a fantastic opportunity to be a part of it from the start. He believes that they will leave secondary school not only with excellent examination results, but also with a sense of having been on a journey of exploration and discovery.
Jaafer enjoys traveling, developing games, and creating software in his spare time.
Jaafer believes that education is the most important factor in a student's future success: integrity, consistency, respect, and curiosity will be at the heart of BISC's new generation of life-long learners.
BISC is a new venture, and he believes that BISC's first students have a fantastic opportunity to be a part of it from the start. He believes that they will leave secondary school not only with excellent examination results, but also with a sense of having been on a journey of exploration and discovery.
Jaafer enjoys traveling, developing games, and creating software in his spare time.
Mrs. Sanaa is a French teacher. She has 10 years of teaching experience, she has worked in a boarding school and has given training to teachers, she is also a school coach, a trainer of mental arithmetic and the Montessori method.
She holds a master's degree in educational sciences from the International University of Casablanca.
She holds a master's degree in educational sciences from the International University of Casablanca.
Miss Shilton graduated from Leeds Metropolitan University with a degree in Law in 2005. Following several years in the Advertising & Marketing sector Miss Shilton returned to Leeds Trinity College to complete her PGCE with a specialist in Mathematics in 2010. Miss Shilton has worked in UK schools for 7 years and taught internationally in Qatar and Malaysia for 5 years. She joined BISC in 2022 and is passionate about teaching and learning striving to get the best outcomes for staff and students. Miss Shilton is also a 500-hour qualified yoga teacher and understands the importance of physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing for all.
Mr ALY
Business Studies
Ms CASHEL
Head of Business Studies
Mr PARLOUR
Head of Maths and Economics
Mr NABIL
Chemistry teacher
Ms TARGUISTI
Head of English
Ms TARGUISTI
English Teacher
Ms Cashel has over a decade of teaching, coaching and educational management experience both in the UK and Internationally in Sweden and Qatar. In 2010, she graduated from Stranmillis University College, a College of Queen’s University Belfast, UK with a B.Ed (Hons).
Ms Cashel’s specialist subject is in Business and all related fields of study such a Accounting, Enterprise and Economics. She has delivered these subject areas across a range of educational pathways including; Pearson BTEC Level 1-5, Cambridge GCSE/IGCSE and A Level as well as the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Ms Cashel is keen to support the development of suitable pathways at BISC that support empower students to attain their personal best.
Over the course of her career she has held roles in middle and senior leadership in both areas of curriculum and pastoral development. To complement her experience she has also completed an Empowering Middle Leaders course and later her NPQSL (National Professional Qualification for Senior Leaders). She believes in the value of life long learning and seeks out opportunities to allow her to develop and grow in her both personal life and professional career.
In her most recent role prior to joining the BISC family Ms Cashel was working in the roles of International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Coordinator (IB DPC) with a Sixth Form Management role in a large international school in Qatar. She gained her IB DP teaching qualification in 2016 and attained her IB DP Coordinator qualification in 2018. Within her role as IB DP Coordinator she maintained a 100% success rate for students passing their IB DP. Ms Cashel was also a valuable part of the SELT and worked effectively to implement and lead a whole school literacy drive to support student attainment.
Ms Cashel has always had a passion for education and working with young people and even prior to gaining her QTS she was active in Youth Work. She spent most of her spare time working with community groups and organisations to help bring communities together. She has also worked passionately with disadvantages youths in both the UK and Ireland. Ms Cashel still keenly takes an active approach in bringing communicates together and in January 2020 hosted a 2 day international teacher and student conference in Qatar.
To help support a vision of restorative practice in conjunction with mental health awareness Ms Cashel completed her Mindfulness certification in 2018. She believes this allows her to embed a mindful and reflective approach to mentoring, coaching and counselling. This approach is one she has keenly utilised as an effective pastoral leader to see positives outcomes of change. Ms Cashel strongly believes in the importance of awareness around mental health to ensure all students are supported in a nurturing and safe environment that allows them to thrive.
Ms Cashel seeks to nurture and develop those under her care into well rounded individuals ready for the challenges of being an active participant in both their local and global community.
Outside of the school environment Ms Cashel enjoys water sports, yoga and time with her dogs. She has a keen sense of adventure and has travelled to over 25 countries. Ms Cashel was first introduced to Moroccan culture by her husband and has fallen in love with its rich diversity ever since. She is throughly looking forward to settling in Morocco and embedding herself into the local community.
Ms Cashel’s specialist subject is in Business and all related fields of study such a Accounting, Enterprise and Economics. She has delivered these subject areas across a range of educational pathways including; Pearson BTEC Level 1-5, Cambridge GCSE/IGCSE and A Level as well as the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Ms Cashel is keen to support the development of suitable pathways at BISC that support empower students to attain their personal best.
Over the course of her career she has held roles in middle and senior leadership in both areas of curriculum and pastoral development. To complement her experience she has also completed an Empowering Middle Leaders course and later her NPQSL (National Professional Qualification for Senior Leaders). She believes in the value of life long learning and seeks out opportunities to allow her to develop and grow in her both personal life and professional career.
In her most recent role prior to joining the BISC family Ms Cashel was working in the roles of International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Coordinator (IB DPC) with a Sixth Form Management role in a large international school in Qatar. She gained her IB DP teaching qualification in 2016 and attained her IB DP Coordinator qualification in 2018. Within her role as IB DP Coordinator she maintained a 100% success rate for students passing their IB DP. Ms Cashel was also a valuable part of the SELT and worked effectively to implement and lead a whole school literacy drive to support student attainment.
Ms Cashel has always had a passion for education and working with young people and even prior to gaining her QTS she was active in Youth Work. She spent most of her spare time working with community groups and organisations to help bring communities together. She has also worked passionately with disadvantages youths in both the UK and Ireland. Ms Cashel still keenly takes an active approach in bringing communicates together and in January 2020 hosted a 2 day international teacher and student conference in Qatar.
To help support a vision of restorative practice in conjunction with mental health awareness Ms Cashel completed her Mindfulness certification in 2018. She believes this allows her to embed a mindful and reflective approach to mentoring, coaching and counselling. This approach is one she has keenly utilised as an effective pastoral leader to see positives outcomes of change. Ms Cashel strongly believes in the importance of awareness around mental health to ensure all students are supported in a nurturing and safe environment that allows them to thrive.
Ms Cashel seeks to nurture and develop those under her care into well rounded individuals ready for the challenges of being an active participant in both their local and global community.
Outside of the school environment Ms Cashel enjoys water sports, yoga and time with her dogs. She has a keen sense of adventure and has travelled to over 25 countries. Ms Cashel was first introduced to Moroccan culture by her husband and has fallen in love with its rich diversity ever since. She is throughly looking forward to settling in Morocco and embedding herself into the local community.
Mr Parlour joins BISC as a Mathematics teacher. After graduating from the London School of Economics in 2013 he qualified as a Maths specialist teacher at the University of East Anglia. He has since gained several years of experience working in a range of different cultural contexts; having previously taught at schools in the UK and China, with his most recent position being Head of Department for an international school in Portugal.
As a keen sportsman he has already given students at BISC the opportunity to discover the joys of the game of cricket. He is also currently studying towards an MSc in Applied Economics from the University of Bath, and looks forward to introducing Economics as an A-level option at BISC next year.
As a keen sportsman he has already given students at BISC the opportunity to discover the joys of the game of cricket. He is also currently studying towards an MSc in Applied Economics from the University of Bath, and looks forward to introducing Economics as an A-level option at BISC next year.
Mr Nabil joined BISC in February 2023. Prior to this he was the Deputy Head of Science at Marylebone Boys’ School in London, where he taught for four years. He attended Queen Mary University of London, where he obtained a BSc (Hons) in Chemistry and stayed on to study for an MSc in Chemical Research. Mr Nabil gained his PGCE from UCL Institute of Education and subsequently his QTS in 2018. Thereafter, he continued to be involved in research in education with UCL whilst working as a full-time teacher. In July 2023, Mr Nabil received a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from UCL Institute of Education.
I was born and raised in London, where I attended the College of Law, earning my credentials as a qualified lawyer. My true passion, however, was always teaching and I studied for my Postgraduate Certificate in Education at University College London. During almost a decade at one of the U.K.’s top-performing state schools, I gained experience in the classroom as well as my roles as Head of Sixth Form and Head of Department. In my role as Head of English here at BISC, I aim to continue to inspire students to strive for excellence, explore their potential, and cultivate a deep appreciation for the English language and its literary wonders. Outside the classroom, I am an avid traveller and theatre-goer, always eager to integrate new experiences into my teaching methodology. I look forward to a long career at BISC.
Ms RAJU
Physics & Maths Teacher
Mr YALE
Science & Maths Teacher
Mr JOHN
Maths Teacher
Mr KHALID
Arabic Teacher
I am very passionate about teaching Maths and Physics, having experience of teaching for 12 years in the UK classrooms. Born and studied in Singapore, I graduated with BEng (Hons) (Mechanical) from National University of Singapore. Prior to teaching career, I worked in the Singapore Army as an engineer. I left my engineering job to pursue my passion for teaching. I gained my Post Graduate Certificate in Education with QTS from Leeds University. I believe in each student receiving the best education to do their best.
Outside of school, I love travelling. I also read books to keep myself engaged in topics besides Maths and Science.
Outside of school, I love travelling. I also read books to keep myself engaged in topics besides Maths and Science.
‘A highly experienced Mathematics & Science teacher with some 14 years of teaching experience (U.K. and overseas), with a BSc (Hons) in Applied Chemistry; Paul was previously Head of Science, at the prestigious Falcons Prep School in Richmond. Prior to commencing his teaching career, Paul worked for Thomson Reuters, examining both chemical & pharmaceutical patents in Covent Garden, London. In his spare time, Paul is a keen and gifted chess player, often beating players with a rating of 2300+ on chess.com! Paul is an alumnus of Goldsmiths College, University of London where he obtained a PGCE in Chemistry (& QTS).
Welsh born and educated in the United Kingdom, I graduated with two degrees. BSc in Business and a BA in mathematics. I completed my PGCE in London with first class status in secondary teaching.
I come from a varied teaching and exploring background both in the UK and overseas, with over 28 years’ experience in secondary education, during this time, I have worked as a teacher of IGCSE mathematics, teacher of IGCSE business studies, A Level and IB mathematics as well as having managerial responsibilities. I have held various positions of responsibilities including, numeracy coordinator, university counsellor, MUN leader, PSHE leader, Duke of Edinburgh coordinator, IB and A level examiner in mathematics, Cambridge examiner and coordinator, head of mathematics and ICT, IB coordinator vice principal and head of secondary school.
During my time away from school I love to travel and have been to 96 countries. I play tennis, rugby and basketball. In my younger years I played for my country in these sports. I believe each student can be successful in accomplishing his or her goals and dreams. I want to partner with our parents, students, and the greater British School community to successfully prepare our students, while providing a tremendous school experience. It is my pleasure and honour to serve in my first year at the British International School of Casablanca. I am so excited to be living and working in Morocco.
I look forward to an enjoyable and successful year!
I come from a varied teaching and exploring background both in the UK and overseas, with over 28 years’ experience in secondary education, during this time, I have worked as a teacher of IGCSE mathematics, teacher of IGCSE business studies, A Level and IB mathematics as well as having managerial responsibilities. I have held various positions of responsibilities including, numeracy coordinator, university counsellor, MUN leader, PSHE leader, Duke of Edinburgh coordinator, IB and A level examiner in mathematics, Cambridge examiner and coordinator, head of mathematics and ICT, IB coordinator vice principal and head of secondary school.
During my time away from school I love to travel and have been to 96 countries. I play tennis, rugby and basketball. In my younger years I played for my country in these sports. I believe each student can be successful in accomplishing his or her goals and dreams. I want to partner with our parents, students, and the greater British School community to successfully prepare our students, while providing a tremendous school experience. It is my pleasure and honour to serve in my first year at the British International School of Casablanca. I am so excited to be living and working in Morocco.
I look forward to an enjoyable and successful year!