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Directors
Principal
Dr Kate Herbert
Director
Guy Herbert
Academic staff
Johnny Kim
Hello My name is Johnny and I've been teaching at KEA since January 2014. I'm originally from South Korea but immigrated to NZ when I was in high school. I'm passionate about watching movies from different countries, learning new languages and also love trying international cuisine. As I am a second language learner myself, I understand how to enhance my students' learning.
Mariana Tambovtseva
Hi, I am Mariana. I began my teaching career in Russia in 2001 and have been teaching English since then. I started working at Kiwi English Academy in 2015. I love guiding my students towards proficiency in the English language by facilitating communication in the classroom. I believe having students from so many backgrounds adds richness to the classroom environment.
Roselyn Naidu
Hi, I am Roselyn, and I teach Mathematics and Science at KEA. I am initially from Fiji and I have worked in Fiji and universally in the field of Environmental and Marine Science. I have worked with University of the South Pacific and the University of Fiji as an Assistant Lecturer in Chemistry. I am at present pursuing my PhD at the University of Auckland and attempting to build enthusiasm for science among students at KEA.
Anna Medvedeva
Hi My name is Anna. I am originally from Russia and I have been teaching English for over 15 years. In this time I helped many of my students improve their English, pass IELTS as well as complete NZCL courses at different levels. I enjoy the buzz and excitement of the classroom as we as the quiet anticipation of tests. I love seeing my students becoming confident in using English for various purposes and achieving their goals.
Administration staff
Russia Counsellor
Finance Administrator
I'm Emily! I look after the finance at KEA. A born and bred Wellingtonian, I moved to Auckland in 2020 with my husband and daughter. When I am not crunching numbers or counting beans, I enjoy cooking, baking and spending time with my family. Feel free to ask me anything, I am always happy to help.
Japanese Counsellor