Riegardt Smit

I am excited to become part of the Nexus community. I am South African, which is also where I completed my Psychology degree at the University of Pretoria. After earning my Post-graduate certificate in Education, I taught in South Africa, Namibia, Egypt and am now ready to actually leave Africa and continue my journey in Malaysia. I am a techno geek which is why I am (mainly) a Computer Science teacher. My family and I are outdoor enthusiasts and avid SCUBA divers, which I understand makes Malaysia the perfect destination. I am also a passionate movie-watcher and often try my own hand at making amateur videos. Travelling makes me happy and I am excited to expand my horizons in Asia! NISM has a lot to offer and follows a holistic approach in their teaching. This excites me, and specifically seeing the emphasis placed on nurturing meaningful relationships between teachers and learners. This is of immeasurable importance in the learning process. One way I have found to build and strengthen these relationships is by knowing learners outside the classroom as well, which is why I am a staunch supporter of extracurricular activities and field trips. I look forward to playing my part in the school and all it has to offer.