My name is Pailin Issalam and my nickname is Dia. I attended Assumption University, where I achieved my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business. Graduating in 2009, I majored in English and gained additional credits in Hospitality and Tourism Management. As to achieve my professional development, I enrolled in Graduate Diploma Program in Teaching Profession at Phuket Rajabhat University, after which I have officially earned the teaching license from the Teachers’ Council of Thailand. In 2010, I applied for a position at HeadStart International School as an Assistant Teacher. I have since worked here for thirteen years. I not only worked as an Assistant Teacher, but I also gained the trust of the Thai Department and have been afforded the opportunity to teach Thai to non-native students. This has been a great experience that has allowed me to develop my knowledge and skills to become a better teacher. Furthermore, I have gained the trust of parents enabling me to become a private tutor of English and Thai to Foundation, Primary and Year 10 students. In 2014, I was honoured with a promotion to the role of Thai Teacher, overseeing the Thai First Language, Thai Second Language, and Thai Foreigner Language programmes. I am deeply appreciative of this opportunity and approach it with the conviction that it will be a profoundly fulfilling endeavour. My personal commitment revolves around striving for excellence in teaching, guiding my students to proficiently converse, read, and write in Thai, while instilling within them an enduring passion for Thai studies, thereby enabling practical application across diverse spheres of their lives. In the year 2018, I had the privilege of ascending to the role of Head of the Thai Department, a distinction that I regard with great pride. This appointment solidified my affiliation with the esteemed professional management team of HeadStart. The year 2023 marked yet another milestone in my professional journey, as I was honoured with a promotion to the esteemed position of Deputy School Director, I am excited to continue driving excellence in education, empowering students to achieve their full potential, and fostering a dynamic and inclusive educational community. I remain committed to continuous growth and development, both personally and professionally, as I contribute to the continued success of HeadStart International School.
