Michelle Kleiss

Head Of School at The Overseas School of Colombo

Michelle Kleiss has a strong and diverse work experience in the field of education. Michelle is currently serving as the Head of School at The Overseas School of Colombo in Sri Lanka, leading their international school community. In their previous role, they were the Director of the American International School in Cyprus for ten years. Michelle has also held positions as Middle School Principal at The American International School in Egypt, Head of School at Asir Academy in Saudi Arabia, and Director of The Early Childhood Education Centre at The American International School in Egypt. Prior to these roles, they worked as an Elementary Teacher and K-12 Literacy Coordinator at Bavarian International School gAG, an Elementary School Teacher at Escola Americana de Campinas, and an Elementary School Teacher at International School of Sosua. Michelle Kleiss has extensive experience working in international schools and is knowledgeable in various educational programs and accreditations.

Michelle Kleiss has a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership from Lehigh University, PA, USA, which they obtained from 2007 to 2011. Prior to that, they completed their Master of Education (M.Ed.) in K-12 Educational Administration and Supervision from Bowie State University, University of Maryland, MA, USA, from 2000 to 2003. Michelle'sBachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Elementary Education was earned from American University, Washington DC, USA, from 1990 to 1994. Additionally, they pursued a Master's in Educational Leadership - Administration and Supervision K-12 from Bowie State University, although the start and end years for this program are not provided. Michelle'sfield of study throughout their education has primarily been focused on educational leadership and administration.

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  • Head Of School

    July, 2019 - present