Yarina brings over fifteen years of international teaching and leadership experience across IB DP, MYP and American curricula in Costa Rica and China. In addition to serving as a DP English A Language and Literature examiner, she holds three master’s degrees in Education—TESOL, Higher Education and Pedagogy—and earned a Certificate in School Management and Leadership from Harvard University. Her contributions to professional development and mentorship have supported teaching teams in building inclusive, collaborative practices.

Her approach to teaching reflects a strong commitment to student well-being and high-impact learning. Yarina values meaningful, authentic assessment practices that allow students to demonstrate learning in thoughtful and creative ways. She fosters a collaborative learning culture in which students feel supported to explore ideas, take risks and grow into confident communicators.

Outside the classroom, Yarina is a published researcher and accomplished classical flutist whose global performances have shaped her interdisciplinary approach. Born in Heredia, Costa Rica, she values genuine connection and enjoys celebrating community through culture, storytelling and music.

A senior IB educator, Qu Ge joined the United World College (UWC) in 2018. She has been dedicated to teaching Chinese literature, encouraging students to engage with the world more profoundly through their mother tongue and to understand themselves more gently from a global perspective. Within the Chinese Department, she focuses on curriculum innovation, enhancing students' critical thinking skills in their native language, and fostering their social and exploratory abilities.

Qu Ge graduated from the Department of Chinese Language and Literature at East China Normal University and completed her IB teacher training at the University of Hong Kong. Prior to joining UWC, she served as the Head of the Chinese Department at an international school in Wuhan. She also worked as a supervisor for Chinese programs at an educational technology group and a teacher trainer, conducting Chinese teacher training sessions across China. Her commitment to education and teacher development has enabled her to establish authentic connections with knowledge and explore diverse approaches to mother tongue learning.

In her personal life, Qu Ge is passionate about tennis and water sports, holding certifications in stand-up paddleboarding and sailing. She has lived in Changshu with her daughter for seven years, savoring the local cuisine and lifestyle.

Feiran is an experienced economics teacher and IB examiner. He joined UWC Changshu China in 2019. Since then, he has taught FP and DP Economics, along with FP Peace and Sustainable Future and Critical Thinking. Prior to joining CSC, he served as an instructor and taught Intermediate Macroeconomics at Columbia University. Feiran received his Master of Arts and Master of Philosophy in Economics from Columbia University, with a research focus on trade and inequality.

Feiran is dedicated to bring quality education to students from diverse backgrounds and with different needs and aptitudes. He is committed to an inquiry-based and concept-based approach and explores ways of using research to inform teaching and learning practices. Outside of work, Feiran enjoys the company of his family, friends, and two cats.

Kelvin has been working as an educator for nearly 20 years. Kelvin comes to UWC Changshu as a High school physics teacher and Head of Science. Kelvin graduated with a BSc Honors in Physics and computing and PGCE in teaching at Roehampton University in London. With a wealth of experience teaching GCSE, BTEC, A- Level, iGCSE and being an IB educator for over 12 years Kelvin also has a diverse background in teaching. Kelvin served as a teaching mentor, the gifted and talented coordinator, and Head of Science whilst starting his career in the UK, where he and his family then moved to Africa where he taught in Ghana and Egypt. Before arriving at UWC Changshu Kelvin worked in Qatar as Head of Science, Head of Year and High school science coach.

Kelvin is known for his dynamic teaching style and ability to connect with students on a personal level. His classes are challenging, but also engaging and fun. Kelvin also loves to incorporate technology into his lessons and is constantly seeking new and innovative ways to engage his students. He is known for his patience and his ability to inspire students to achieve their academic and personal goals.

Kelvin and his family live on campus now. They really enjoyed being a part of the UWC family and vision.

Dennis has been teaching Mathematics at international schools for 16 years in Kenya, Nigeria, Myanmar and Indonesia. His experience encompasses teaching various international curriculums such as IBDP, Advanced Placement, IGCSE and A-Level.

Dennis is very passionate about meaningful mathematics that enables transfer and application of concepts to real life situations. He is an examiner of Cambridge Additional Mathematics and certified with college board as AP Statistics teacher. He is certified in using (UBD) understanding by design approach of teaching Math that emphasizes scaffolding and back ward lesson design.

Dennis graduated from Moi University in Eldoret Kenya with a Bachelor of Education Degree in Mathematics and Geography.  He was born in Kenya and is joined in China by his two daughters one of whom is joining DP1 at UWC CSC. He enjoys playing football during his free time and is a trained youth soccer coach.

Ōtautahiborn and bred, Nik brings a wealth of experience and passion to UWC Changshu China.With a background spanning two decades in education, she is committed to fostering collaboration, connecting curriculums, and inspiring young minds. She is passionate about creating spaces where students, teachers, and the wider community can come together to learn, share, and grow. Nik endeavors to inspire and uplift others with her indefatigable optimism and zest for life.

Nik holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and History, a postgraduate Diploma in Teaching, and a postgraduate Diploma in Māori Language and Pedagogies. This commitment to language and culture has not only enriched her personal development but has also enabled meaningful connections with learners from diverse backgrounds.

As the Specialist Classroom Teacher and Head of Languages at Te Puna Wai o Waipapa Hagley College, New Zealand, Nik mentored both beginning and experienced teachers to explore innovative teaching, and champions approaches that prepare students for our dynamic world, including systems and futures thinking skills.

A keen gardener, hiker and music lover, Nik is joined at UWC Changshu by her husband and two teenage sons.

Dr. Fenglan Nancy Yi-Cline is a seasoned English language educator and teacher-educator with over 20 years of experience across K–12, district, and university settings in the U.S. and China. She has served as a Multilingual Education Program Specialist in Washington State, leading professional development for teachers of multilingual learners. 

In higher education, she has taught in endorsement programs at the University of Washington and Seattle University, strengthening instructional capacity for pre- and in-service teachers.In 2023, Dr. Yi-Cline joined the English Language Programs with the U.S. Department of State as an English Language Specialist, delivering teacher training across China to support implementation of the New English Curriculum Standards in China. An immigrant and former English learner, she brings lived experience to her work, championing educational equity and culturally sustaining pedagogy.

Dr. Yi-Cline is bilingual in Chinese and English, with proficiency in Japanese and Spanish. She specializes in curriculum design, teacher coaching, SIOP, literacy across content areas, and collaborative teaching. Her work centers on humanizing education and affirming students’ diverse identities.

As SEN Coordinator & Head of Learning Center at UWC CSC, Dr. Yi-Cline is committed to fostering inclusive learning environments and empowering both students and educators through language, literacy, and culture.