New Teachers at Ambrit 2011-2012
Victoria Rharmili
Hello! My name is Victoria Rharmili; I was born in New York City, and moved to Miami, Florida, where I lived for many years, during high school. My interests in human behavior, learning, and motivation led me to pursue a Master’s degree in psychology, which I have taught at the college level, in addition to having a little bit of experience in a therapeutic capacity. However, my desire to work with adolescents, coupled with my passion for literature and writing drove me back to school to earn a degree of Specialist in English Education. I have taught English and writing in grades 6 – 12 since 2004 and have loved it! In my spare time, I love to hang out with family and friends, read, travel, scrapbook, and stay physically active. I’m very excited to be joining Ambrit and look forward to working with all of you in the upcoming scholastic year.
JoAnna Wilson
My name is JoAnna Wilson, and I was born in Westchester, New York. I received my B.A. of Science from The College of New Jersey, majoring in both elementary education and social psychology. Throughout college I participated in various organizations, including Colleges Against Cancer, Make-A-Wish and the Big Brother Big Sister organization. I enjoy reading, writing, traveling, and playing various sports, especially soccer. I was fortunate enough to spend the first half of my student teaching experience at Ambrit Rome International, where I thoroughly enjoyed teaching in a third grade classroom. I look forward to continuing my experience in the Learning Support department, and once again becoming a member of the Ambrit community.
Anu Bhaskaruni
Hi, I am Anu Bhaskaruni and I will be teaching Grade 1, starting this September. I got my B.Ed degree from the University of Toronto and have been teaching in Toronto, Canada for the past 10 years. I taught in Africa, specifically in Malawi, Uganda and Rwanda. I enjoy reading, doing Sudoku, watching documentaries and travelling to new and exciting places with my family and friends. I am very excited to join Ambrit’s faculty and look forward to working with the staff, the students and the parents.
Natalie Atzeff
Ciao! My name is Natalie Atzeff. Born and raised in California, I received a BA in Liberal Studies with a concentration in Theatre and Music from the University of San Diego in 2007. Following graduation I moved to New York City and worked in the Fashion Industry. In 2009, I return to USD to complete my California Multiple Subject Credential. While teaching 5th grade at an International Baccalaureate School, I fell in love with the IB program. My teaching method integrates different art mediums into academic curriculum. During my time there, I worked closely with the 5th grade students creating and supervising extra curricular programs such as the KJEF News Broadcasting Team, Fashion Design Club, and GLEE club. I’ve traveled extensively with the Young Americans to Germany and Luxembourg participating in International Music Outreach Workshops where we taught music and dance to students 6-18. In addition to my passion for musicals, I love traveling and scuba diving, and spending time with family and friends. I look forward to working with the staff and students at AMBRIT this school year.
Vincent Rharmili
Hello! My name is Vincent Rharmili and I am from Sweden, though I have been living in Florida with my wife and daughter. I am a graduate of Nova Southeastern University with an M.S. in Mathematics Education and a B.S in Computer Science. I also have a degree in Computer Engineering from Mid Sweden University and a degree in Mechanics from Kalmar University. I am currently in the process of my doctoral dissertation. I have taught Mathematics to students in grades 6 – university level and have also been a math coach and student mentor. I enjoy soccer, jogging, and reading, and am looking forward to meeting and working with all of you.
Spring Berlandt
I’m Spring Berlandt and I’m from San Francisco, California. I’ve had the pleasure of working with young children for many years. I have a Master’s Degree in Human Development and an extensive background in music and dance
both as an educator and performer. I look forward to becoming part of the community at Ambrit and to the adventure of living abroad for the first time.
