Christiaan

Christiaan is an experienced international educator and Head of Department with over 10 years of teaching and academic leadership experience in leading international schools. He has taught students both in traditional classroom settings and online across Europe, the UAE, Kazakhstan, and South Africa, giving him valuable insight into supporting learners from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds.

He specialises in helping IB students develop a deep conceptual understanding of Mathematics and the Sciences while building the confidence, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills needed to excel in assessments.

As a Head of Mathematics and Physical Sciences, Christiaan has extensive experience mentoring students with different learning styles and abilities. His calm, structured teaching approach makes complex concepts easier to understand while encouraging curiosity, resilience, and academic confidence.

IB

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DP Year 1 (Grade 11)

DP Year 2 (Grade 12)

MYP Year 5 (Grade 10)

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Chemistry (HL/SL)

Physics (HL/SL)

Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (HL/SL)

Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation (HL/SL)

Also supports:

AP (Advanced Placement)

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AP Calculus AB | AP Calculus BC

AP Chemistry

AP Physics 1 and 2 | AP Physics C: Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism

A-Levels

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AS Level and A2 Level

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Mathematics

Further Mathematics

Physics

Chemistry

• Strengthens analytical thinking, critical reasoning, and advanced problem-solving skills.
• Incorporates exam-style questions and targeted practice to improve accuracy and performance.
• Guides students through structured revision and curriculum-aligned exam preparation.
• Develops strong conceptual understanding to help students apply knowledge with confidence.
• Helps students develop confidence, resilience, and independent learning skills for long-term academic success.

• Held senior leadership roles as Head of Mathematics, Physical Sciences, and Science Departments.
• Contributed to curriculum leadership, department management, and academic programme development.
• Over 10 years of teaching experience in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
• Experienced across multiple international curricula, including IB, Cambridge, A Levels, CAPS and IEB
• Strong IB experience through leadership roles at Canadian International School (Abu Dhabi) and Intellectual School (Kazakhstan).

Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematics & Physics Education (UNISA)

B.Sc. Chemistry and Polymer Science – Stellenbosch University

SACE Registered Educator

TESOL/TEFL Certificate