The CTIC Team
CTIC combines 20 years of practice in Australian education with the management team’s 15 years of industry experience both onshore and offshore in Asia.
The Executive Team
Principal Executive Officer: Tracey Skaines
Tracey Skaines is the Principal Executive Officer and Manager of CTIS. Tracey brings to this role two decades of compliance experience.
Tracey has a wide knowledge of the VET environment having been the Training Coordinator and Compliance Coordinator of a well established regional RTO during a time of unprecedented growth.
Tracey is committed to providing training of an excellent quality which meets all registration requirements of CTIC.
Managing Director: Jindi Thind
Jindi Thind is one of the current directors actively guiding the direction and expansion of Cass Training International College. He has a degree in Bachelor of Technology (Electrical Engineering).
Jindi has extensive experience in IT training and was a founding member of ICOM Training in 1992 and carries a number of Certifications from Microsoft, Lotus and Novell.
In 1997 Jindi commenced operations in Asia, as the Managing Director of a prestigious NIIT training institute franchise based in Kuala Lumpur. NIIT is a Global leader in IT training and solutions. This institute was later expanded to become EduTrain College offering accredited courses in Kuala Lumpur in IT, Accountancy and Business courses as well as English for Malaysian students. In 2006 this College was approved by the Malaysian Government to enrol international students and today has substantial numbers of international students from Nigeria, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
In January 2008 Jindi became the Managing Director of Cass Training in Coffs Harbour.
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Academic Manager
Martha Hendra
Martha Hendra is the Academic Manager at CTIC (Sydney) and has over 20 years of experience in education including ELICOS, VET and Higher Education Institutions. She holds a Master of TESOL and Master of Arts in Asian Studies. She is fluent in 4 different languages including Hungarian and Indonesian.
Her extensive teaching and curriculum wirting experience in the area of English for Academic Purposes and experience in dealing with different cultures has led her to conduct workshops and write articles.
Martha brings to CTIC a wealth of knwoledge and extensive experience working with international students to ensure a high standard in the deivery of our ELICOS programs.
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Our English Teachers
CTIC employs experienced and passionate teachers. Our teachers are native English speakers and have extensive experience in teaching English to international students and are focused on results while ensuring students are engaged and having fun by keeping classes interactive, dynamic and lively.
Getting to Know...
"I have been an English teacher for over four years and must admit that the experience has been absolutely amazing. Being able to guide young adults through their journey of learning English is incredibly humbling and a huge responsibility. I understand that teaching English as a second language requires a great deal of patience and enthusiasm in order to effectively communicate with the students. Students appreciate my lively, humorous classes and I attempt to motivate and challenge them.
I have recently completed a Ph D in English Literature from the University of Wollongong.
Sharon
"Employed as teacher of the evening IELTS preparation course six months ago here at CTIC, I can say honestly that I have never been happier in my career as a professional teacher of English as a Second Language. With many years experience teaching and officially testing a variety of exam courses including IELTS, in which I have chosen to specialize, as well as all levels of general English both here and overseas, I hope both to share this expertise with other staff and students and to learn fresh perspectives and techniques from current CTIC staff involved in innovative course design."
Miranda A
"Students at CTIC come from Asia, South America, and Europe, providing an interesting and varied mix of ages, backgrounds, and life experience. Their various perspectives contribute to lively discussion of issues that are part of the IELTS syllabus, and to the development of greater understanding of each other and differing cultures. Friendships between many students blossom over time and encourage fluency and expression, invaluable for both IELTS candidates and for integration into Australian society, which is a goal for many of them. It is a great pleasure to teach these interactive students and assist in raising their English levels within a framework of current affairs and social awareness, which they are engaging in and enjoying".
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Our Vocational Trainers
Our Vocational Trainers are experienced in training and are committed to developing each individual’s skills and ability. They have extensive industry experience and are able to relate to students the demands of the industry and workplace.
Getting to Know....
Colleen, Beauty Therapy Trainer
Tell us about your experience….
I have worked in the Beauty industry for 8 years, and taugh for the last 3 at CTIC and TAFE. I have run my own salon in the past and bring that experience into the classroom to share with my students.
Describe your teaching style in 3 words:
Lots of practical work, Flexible and Fun
What’s the best thing about teaching?
Interacting with students , getting to know new individuals and helping them learn and grow for the future.
Favourite thing about Coffs Harbour?
The people and the lifestyle
Kris, Business Trainer
Tell us about your experience….
I have been training Vocational Students for over 10 years and have worked with Australian and International Students across Business, Retail, some Hospitality units and TAA
Describe your teaching style in 3 words:
Structured, Supportive and Goal Focused.
What’s the best thing about teaching?
Seeing people change through education. It really can change lives.
Favourite thing about Coffs Harbour?
The beaches and the lack of traffic!