Isabell Mclean

Isabell grew up in the” Jacaranda City” – Pretoria, South Africa. She has a passion for teaching and
has been working in education for more than 16 years. Isabell graduated from the University of
Pretoria with a B.Ed. specializing in Early Childhood Development and the Foundation Phase. Upon
graduating Isabell immediately took on her first challenge in the role of Head Teacher. She quickly
grew her experience in a more direct role as a primary teacher in Pretoria. In 2013, Isabell moved to
the Middle East and has spent the last eleven years here in Qatar, holding positions of EYFS,
Primary Teacher and as Team leader.
Having recently joined Hamilton International School, Isabell is keen to use her considerable
experience to ensure the best possible educational experience for the young learners. She is an
engaging teacher with a history of increasing classroom participation through positive
encouragement. Isabell is very enthusiastic about supporting students through EYFS and KS 1 as
they begin their educational journey. This passion develops strong literacy, numeracy, social and
emotional skills amongst the children. Skills that they will utilize well into adult life.
She believes that teachers, in partnership with parents, help children to reach their potential. Their
success is achieved by giving them guidance and steppingstones to explore and learn in a safe and
nurturing environment.
In her spare time Isabell enjoys traveling and experiencing diverse cultures and cuisines.