Name: Ms. Van Yvonne Navales
Main responsibility: Grade 2 Homeroom Teacher
Other responsibilities: Teaching Social Studies and English Grammar
Years of teaching experience: 5 years
Country of origin: The Philippines
My interests and hobbies: I do enjoy playing sports (badminton, volleyball, etc.). I also enjoy drawing, painting, cooking and travelling.
What I love most about my work at APIS: There are lots of fantastic things being a teacher. I love how I inspire kids to think and analyze amazing ideas, to let them confidently share things they love, and to encourage them that they have the ability to make a difference. Also, I love helping them understand the lessons and I love when they see the connection between what they are learning and their lives.
My personal belief about teaching: I believe that motivation is one of the best ways to make learning more effective, and teachers play an important role in helping the students stand and build on their confidence. I also believe that it is essential to make a supportive and calm atmosphere in the classroom to encourage learners and to provide them with a lot of positive feedback.
My promise to my students and their parents: As your teacher I promise to guide you, and cheer you on. I promise to be there to listen and to be patient with you. I promise to believe in you, and to make learning interesting, fun and meaningful. Lastly, I promise to challenge you to be your very best.