Joelle Joseph Filfili
Head Kindergarten & PYP Coordinator
Dr. Joelle Filfili brings a wealth of international experience and a deep commitment to educational excellence.
With roles ranging from Head of Kindergarten and IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) Coordinator to an IBEN Programme & Workshop Leader, Dr. Filfili has supported schools in embedding inquiry-driven, values-based learning. Her academic journey includes a Doctorate of Business Administration – Leadership Management and School Administration from Beirut Arab University, a Masters in Leadership Management and School Administration from Notre Dame University Louaize, and a Teaching Diploma from Middle East University.
Dr. Filfili’s professional development spans continents, having trained extensively with the International Baccalaureate Organization in cities such as Beirut, Kuwait, Riyadh, Prague, Dublin, Florence, and Helsinki. Fluent in English, Arabic, and French, she connects effortlessly with diverse learning communities.
Outside the classroom, Joelle is a passionate pianist and a former scout, experiences that have nurtured her creativity and leadership from a young age. She believes in empowering students to lead with empathy, purpose, and global awareness.
