[Signed hard-copy on Rabat American School letterhead.]
November 12, 2007
To Whom It May Concern
Re: Matt Kaun
I have worked with Matt Kaun, and his spouse Catherine Calcutt-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, and agreed to return when the school had a late and unexpected vacancy late in the 05-06 year. 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.
Matt teaches a range of math classes, including IB Math Studies. His lessons are well prepared, and he is competent at helping students with a wide range of abilities in each class. His nature is positive, approachable and encouraging. Students relate well to him and feel comfortable asking for additional assistance when needed during class or outside of class time.
Not only does Matt put forth his best effort within the class, he carries that over to “the entire life of the school”. He took on the role of Chair of the Math Department, works with the Board Finance and Salaries and Benefits Committees as a faculty representative, and is ever present at school activities. When RAS recently hosted the regional volleyball tournament, Matt willing took on the difficult task of arranging home-stays for almost 100 athletes, helped with scoring, and was around during the entire tournament to lend a hand where needed. No less involved or visible is his wife, Catherine.
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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