School Staff

Cristina Bueno - Pre-Primary Teacher 

Originally from Girona, Spain, I've been in Belgium since the end of July 2020. I studied for a Bachelor's Degree in primary education and also held a nursery teaching certificate. At the moment, I'm studying a CLIL postgraduate as well as Dutch. I enjoy cooking, eating out, road-tripping, and going for walks. Passionate about exploring the world. I've lived in different countries, the USA, England, Finland, and Australia. I love being in a multicultural environment, and I'm very excited to be part of the ISF community!

Deborah Dodd - Year 4 Teacher

I am from British Columbia, Canada, and I have been living in Belgium for three years.  I have over twelve years of teaching experience from schools in Canada and the United Kingdom. ISF is a wonderful school with so much positive energy!  I enjoy an array of outdoor activities, yoga, cooking, and traveling with my family.

Darien Scholtz - Year 2 Teacher 

I was born and raised in Pietersburg, South Africa. I have recently moved to Belgium and I am excited to join ISF. I completed my Bachelor's degree in Foundation Phase Education at the picturesque campus of the North-West University in Potchefstroom. I'm also a member of the Golden Key International Honor Society. I'm enthusiastic about my profession and enjoy reading in my free time.

Maria Gomez - Music

I was born and raised in Venezuela, where I developed myself as an artist with  “El Sistema” and the “Simon Bolivar” Symphony Orchestra. I came to Belgium in 2018 to study for my Bachelor and Master’s degrees in Music at the Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel. I also play as an academist and cello substitute with professional orchestras and ensembles. I love teaching in an international and multicultural environment, and I am delighted to be part of the ISF community. I enjoy traveling, reading, and spending time with family and friends.

Julie Boyd - Deputy Head of Campus, Year 5 - 6 Teacher

I have been teaching for over 30 years and have been fortunate to teach throughout the United Kingdom, Germany, Cyprus, and now Belgium. I have taught in various school establishments, from small village schools to large inner-city schools and Service Children’s schools. I am very proud of being the Deputy Head of ISF Tervuren and being part of a diverse multicultural community. I have an Art degree from Cardiff University alongside a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). I love to walk my dogs and I am passionate about supporting my football team - Southampton FC. 

Débora Roessing - EAL Teacher

I am from Brazil. Prior to moving to Europe, I worked for over ten years as a teacher of English as a second language in primary and secondary schools in Brazil. I moved to Europe in 2013, following my husband, first in Belgium and then in Luxembourg. In addition to my English language teacher qualification, I hold a Master’s degree in Educational Sciences from the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB). I enjoy spending time with my family, listening to music, cooking, and exploring the world.

Juan Francisco Betancourt - School Counsellor

I am Ecuadorian, born and raised in Quito. I have lived and travelled to many countries around the world. I am a psychologist and did my postgraduate of 'International Teacher' in Belgium because I fell in love with the international educational environment as soon as I stepped into a classroom as a teacher. I've been a teacher of psychology, history and linguistics for the last 5 years. My passions are sports (mainly swimming and MMA), but I also love to read and write in my free time.

Niki Daun -  Data Protection Officer

I'm from the United Kingdom but brought up mostly in Sweden, with American international education, so I feel very much at home in the ISF community! I've been in Brussels for 20 years, freelancing, volunteering, and recently completed my Degree in psychology - while raising two kids. I indulge in creative photography, cooking, and long walks in the forest with my dog in my free time. 

Sara Hoff - Pre-school Teacher 

I am originally from the United Kingdom and have been living in Belgium for the last 7 years. I have over 25 years of teaching experience in many schools in the UK, Germany, the USA, and Belgium. I am passionate about teaching and aim to inspire a love of learning. I enjoy the outdoors; I love cycling, going for long walks with my dog, and travelling to new places.  I also like reading and crafting.

Szilvia Szonyi - Year 1 Teacher 

I am originally from Hungary, and I have been living in Belgium for the past 6 years. I am a BA-certified teacher and have been working with small children since I was a teenager. I have worked in ISF Daycares for the past 4.5 years, and I am excited to get to know the children and staff from the school as well. I enjoy yoga as a sport and doing cross country with my dog.