New Faculty Feature: Ms. Vijaya Schnatterbeck
Ms. Schnatterbeck is our new Head of Counseling and High School Counselor and has been a counselor for the last 10 years in Chicago Public schools. Prior to moving to AIS, she worked as a Community-based Social Services Officer/Career Consultant in a Government Public Service Agency in Singapore. We’re excited to welcome her aboard the 2024-25 academic year!
What brought you to AIS?
Being closer to my family in Singapore, AIS core values of Justice, Knowledge and Love resonates with me and the fact service is a part of every student’s experience and school journey is something I value.
What is your favorite thing about "being at" AIS?
The warmth of the faculty and staff who are welcoming and helpful. Even the few students I have met so far are friendly, polite and respectful. I enjoy the sense of belonging and community that is shared by all!
Who inspires you? Why?
My inspiration comes from the many people (family, friends, mentors, teachers) that have helped shape my life and professional journey. Someone I look up to professionally is my counseling supervisor who embodied warmth, empathy and kindness in every aspect of her work and life. I strive to adopt her.
What are passions you explore outside your career?
I love to spend time with my family, exercise, travel, explore new places to hike in Hong Kong with my 4-legged child, craft with my daughter and read murder mystery novels.
What's in your lunchbox?
Today, I brought a sandwich and some vegetables.
Do you have anything else you'd like to share?
I am really excited to be part of the AIS community and look forward to getting to know my students and supporting them.
