Both the Chinese and Foreign Principals, and the leadership team of Sedbergh School are highly experienced in education and teaching management. Leading an excellent international faculty team, they provide students with a quality education that draws on the strengths of Chinese and foreign education systems.
In such an environment where Chinese and Western teachers complement each other, students will develop an ardent love for Chinese culture, and perceive the charm of diverse cultures and gain a broad international perspective.
Trevor Godwin
Head of US
University of South Africa - Bachelor of Education (BEd)
University of Bath, UK - Master of Education (MEd)
Over 25 years of teaching experience in Asia
Diploma in Foreign Language Teaching (EFL)
Holds the Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA)
Served as an IELTS Examiner for the British Council (Thailand) for 7 years
Passionate golfer; holds PGA Golf Coach qualification
Has lived and worked on all five continents
Speaks English, Afrikaans, Dutch, Thai, and Spanish
Chelsea Lin
Parents Communications Officer
University of Toronto - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Economics and International Development Studies (Double Major)
University of Hong Kong - Fudan University - Master of Business Administration (MBA)
TESOL International Teacher Certification
HSK Level 6, HSKK Advanced Level
Oxford Teachers' Academy (OTA) Senior Teacher
Over 8 years of professional experience in International Trade and Marketing
Qin Luo
Director of College Counselling
Arizona State University—Master of Education
Member of the International Association for College Admission Counseling (IACAC)、Member of the China College Counseling Research Center
Formerly served as a college counselor at Jialian Campus of Beijing No.4 High School International Courses and Jingkai School of Renmin University of China High School
With10years of experience in college counseling,having visited over 100 international universities
Assisted students in gaining admission to top universities in more than 10 countries worldwide, including Stanford University, Brown University, University of Cambridge, Imperial College, University College London, University of Hong Kong, University of Toronto, University of Sydney, etc.
Pan Pan
Associate Director of College Counselling
Florida Atlantic University–Master of Accounting
Sichuan Academy of Social Sciences–Master of Journalism
Previously worked as an auditor at Deloitte & Touche LLP in the United States
Years of experience in college counseling for AP and A-Level programs in the international departments of domestic public schools
Guided students to gain admission to prestigious universities worldwide, including the University of California, Los Angeles, Carnegie Mellon University, New York University, Imperial College London, London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, The University of Hong Kong, University of Toronto, etc.
Cai Li
Curriculum Coordinator
University of Leeds – Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering Mechanics
Over 10 years of experience teaching Chemistry at international schools
Expertise in IBDP, AP, and A-Level curricula
Former Director of Studies at a prestigious international school in Beijing
Editor-in-Chief of AP Chemistry (Second Edition)
Senior Examiner, International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO)
Officially certified in Level 1 and Level 3 training for AP, A-Level, and IB Diploma Programmes
Jessie Chen
Head of English
La Trobe University–Bachelor of Commerce
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (iPGCE),Buckingham University, UK
Holds an Australian Professional Teaching Certificate,as well as TKT、TEFL/TESOL and French Pastry Level 3 certificates
Previously served as a business trainer and admissions officer at an Australian university, familiar with university applications
Has extensive teaching experience in IGCSE, IELTS, and TOEFL
Enjoys sports, photography, hiking, stream trekking,swimming and trying new things
Worked for the Melbourne F1 Grand Prix
Andrew Cornew
English Teacher
Bachelor's Degree and PGCE from Nelson Mandela University
Holds a South African Teaching License
12 years of teaching and academic management experience across South Korea, China, Canada, Thailand, and other countries
Experienced coach in multiple sports including rugby, football (soccer), and water polo
Proficient in directing debate and drama programs, and spearheaded student newspaper initiatives
Mandy Martin
English Teacher
University of the Free State-Bachelor of English Education
Currently studying towards honors in Educational Management, Law and Policy
With nearly nine years of teaching experience, now in second year of teaching in China
Enjoys strategic online games、reading mystery novels and learning about different cultures,customs,and traditions
Tracy Lin
English Teacher
Dalian University of Foreign Language-Bachelor of English (Advanced translation)
Senior School English teaching qualification certificate; TEM 8 Certificate(Excellency)
Over 2 years of English teaching experience
chloe
English Teacher
B.A. in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language, Sichuan International Studies University
Holds TEM-8 Certificate and Senior High School English Teaching Qualification Certificate
Joined our institution in 2018; served as Executive Assistant to the General Manager with responsibilities for UK liaison (Sedbergh School) and on-campus logistics