[Signed hard-copy on Rabat American School letterhead.]
November 12, 2007
To Whom It May Concern
Re: Catherine Calcutt-Kaun
I have worked with Catherine Calcutt-Kaun and her spouse, Matt Kaun, for two school years (06-07 and 07-08). Matt and Catherine had taught at RAS for four years through the 04-05 year, then decided to work for a couple of years stateside before going back overseas. When the school had a late and unexpected vacancy late in the 05-06 year, they agreed to return to RAS. I had not hired them originally, and did not know them, but they came highly recommended. Shortly after they returned to the school, I realized that asking them back was one of the best hiring decisions I’d made in my career. Simply put, they are a class act.
Catherine’s classroom is abuzz with active, student-centered learning. The management is focused and purposeful, yet warm and welcoming. Students, parents and colleagues feel welcome and a part of the education of the students. Catherine communicates frequently and clearly with parents; she collaborates with other teachers, both classroom and specialist; and with her students. Catherine is one of those rare teachers who has an intuitive sense of balance.
Catherine and Matt are very visible in the school community. They willingly volunteer to help with the many activities of the school, and do so with an upbeat, positive attitude. They attend school events and encourage students outside of the classroom. If Catherine’s contributions during the last two years are indicative of her entire 6 years at RAS, the school has been very fortunate to have them as part of the community.
Overall, I am extremely impressed with the professionalism of the Kauns, coupled with a very positive, caring and rational outlook and demeanor. I cannot speak highly enough of them, and feel they will leave a rather large void in our community should they go elsewhere. We are fortunate to have had them as community members for six years, and know they will be an outstanding additional to their next school community. They are among a small handful of educators for whom I give my unqualified recommendation.
Dr. Paul Johnson
Director, Rabat American School
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