Gary Post
Secondary School Math
Teacher
I studied at Otago University, New Zealand and worked as a geologist for a short time in New Zealand and Canada. Upon my return to New Zealand I trained as a secondary school teacher and commenced teaching in 1975. Initially I taught Geography and Social Studies, but my education and interest in science and mathematics caused me to move into teaching in these fields, and, more recently, exclusively in mathematics. I find teaching internationally very rewarding and I am fortunate to have had experience in The Cook Islands, Mongolia, Laos, India and China. I have experience teaching MYP Mathematics, IGCSE and IBDP Maths Studies, and Standard and Higher Levels. In addition I have at various times been an IBD Coordinator, a CAS Coordinator and a Head of Mathematics. Presently I am Head of Mathematics at SSIS and I am teaching MYP and IBDP Math, and I look forward to continuing my association with the school.
My email address is: garypost@ssis-suzhou.net
Cliff Packman
Secondary School Math Teacher
I studied at University of Wales, Aberystwyth graduating in 2001. Following graduating I worked in an accountancy practice, and the logistics industry for two years, prior to returning to university to complete my teacher training for Mathematics in secondary schools. I completed my teacher training in 2004 at the University of Brighton, England.
Since 2004 I have been working in an international school in Germany. Here I have taught Mathematics at various levels from year 7-13. As a British international school I have worked with students on the I/GCSE, A-Levels and Diploma programme at the Higher Level and Standard Level. Alongside Mathematics I have taught ICT and computing for Years 7-11.
In addition to my main responsibilities I have been heavily involved in the House system organising inter-house competitions and activities. I have a keen interest in the use of ICT in education, specifically within the Mathematics curriculum.
My email address: cliffpackman@ssis-suzhou.net
Paul Skadsen
Secondary School Mathematics Teacher
I earned my Bachelors degree from South Dakota State University with a major in mathematics. I began my teaching career as a US Peace Corps Volunteer in Ghana, West Africa. After teaching middle school math, science and computers for five years in my hometown of Sioux Falls, South Dakota I received my first international teaching experience at the American International School of Johannesburg. This was also my first opportunity teaching IB diploma level classes. I met my wife, Lara, in South Africa and both our daughters were born in Johannesburg
My other international teaching experience includes Qatar Academy in Doha, Qatar, where I taught both IB diploma and MYP courses. Before joining SSIS I taught upper school mathematics at the Casablanca American School. I also enjoy coaching several sports such as basketball, swimming, track and field and American football.
My email address: paulskadsen@ssis-suzhou.net
Brent Clark
Secondary School Mathematics Teacher
I studied my Bachelor of Business (Information Systems) at the University of the Sunshine Coast and a Bachelor of Education at Queensland University of Technology, both in Australia. I have been teaching IT for 7 years in Queensland, Australia. I have also begun teaching Year 10 Mathematics at SSIS. I also have experience working with other teachers integrating technology into their curriculum. For fun I play several sports including golf, rugby league, rugby union, touch football, AFL, soccer, tennis and (recently) gaelic football.
My email address is: brentclark@ssis-suzhou.net
Iain FitzGerald
Secondary School Mathematics Teacher
I completed a Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Sydney and teaching qualifications from Sydney Teacher's College and the University of New South Wales. I began teaching Science but then spent several years in construction and engineering. Since returning to teaching, I have mainly been involved with Mathematics but have also taught Computer Science and held positions of responsibility such as Head of Grades 11 &12 and Activities Director. After many years of teaching in Australia, I spent some time in Singapore and the last 10 years has been in Beijing, teaching MYP and DP Mathematics. I have a keen interest in sport and have coached many teams, mostly in soccer. I have fallen in love with Suzhou – both the city and the school – and I look forward to several happy years here.
My email address is: iainfitzgerald@ssis-suzhou.net
Darko Sabo
Secondary School Math Teacher
I studied International Business at St. Louis, Missouri (United States) and worked a short time in Finance department for Prudential Securities. Since I was always interested in teaching, I decided to complete requirements for Math Teacher Certification and to start my teaching career. Shortly after that, I graduated from University of Missouri, St Louis and received my Masters degree in Education. Before I join SSIS, I have been teaching Mathematics in international schools for 12 years in the United States, and 2 years in Munich, Germany. In the US I was teaching secondary math using the American curriculum (AP). In Germany I have taught 9 and 10 Grade MYP Mathematics, Grade 10 I/GCSE Math, and Grade 11 IBDP Math Studies. Presently I am teaching 10 Grade MYP Math, and 11 grade HSDP Math Studies (Math Application). I am also, involved in afterschool Math Tutoring, and look forward to start our fall season as the Table Tennis coach.
My email address is: darkosabo@ssis-suzhou.net
