Meet Mr. Dave Zalewski – PYP Principal & Head of Teaching Staff

With over 17 years of experience in education, Mr. Dave Zalewski brings a wealth of international teaching and leadership experience to the Canadian International School of Thailand (CIST). Having worked in Canada, Australia, South Korea, and Thailand, he has been a valued member of the CIST community for four years.

Mr. Dave holds a Master’s Degree in Education from Australia and a Bachelor’s Degree in Law and Justice from Canada. He is also an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT), registered with the Ontario College of Teachers.

With expertise in the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), inquiry-based learning, curriculum development, educational leadership, AI integration, and teacher mentoring, Mr. Dave is passionate about creating an engaging and supportive learning environment where every student feels valued and inspired to grow.

He believes that strong relationships, collaboration, and a lifelong love of learning are essential to a thriving school community. His goal is to empower students with the confidence, curiosity, and skills they need to become tomorrow’s leaders. 

Inspiring young minds. Nurturing future leaders.