Montfort College Primary; Chiang Mai, Thailand. (2025)

More About Me:

  • University of Montana alumni — Go Griz!

  • OtterBox Salesperson of the Year Award

  • Adirondack 46er — summited all 46 High Peaks in the Adirondack Mountains

  • Vipassana meditation practitioner with 10+ completed 10-day silent courses

  • Chiang Mai resident and Montfort College teacher — immersed in bilingual education and student well-being in Thailand

  • Passionate about helping youth build resilience, entering the adult world with confidence and clarity

Wana Luang School, Pang Mapha, Mae Hong Son, Thailand. (2018)

Vocational students from the Youth Connect Hospitality Program; Mae Sot, Thailand. (2023)

Hello, I'm Shane!

As a dedicated English Teacher & Mindfulness Educator my mission is to bridge academic excellence with emotional well-being.

Originally from New York, I hold a BS in Science from the University of Montana. My professional journey combines several years of classroom teaching with over a decade of business development and Vipassana meditation practice.

I currently teach 5th-grade English and Social Studies at Montfort College Primary's English Program (EP).

Beyond the classroom I offer personalized private tutoring designed to align with Chiang Mai’s English program standards. These sessions pair targeted skill-building (reading, writing, grammar, and speaking) with age-appropriate mindfulness techniques.

The goal: to equip upper primary students with both the academic strength and the resilience needed to navigate exam stress and develop balanced learning habits.

Learn more about kid-friendly mindfulness practices in my MINDFULNESS FOR YOUNG LEARNERS section

English Mastery + Mindfulness for Confident, Calm Learners

I offer personalized one-on-one and small-group English sessions for motivated primary students (roughly Grades 5–6 level) currently enrolled in English programs in Chiang Mai.

Sessions combine targeted English skill-building (reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, grammar, speaking ) with practical mindfulness practices.

The result: stronger academics + tools for better concentration, reduced exam stress, emotional balance, and resilient learning habits.

Learn more about mindfulness practices for kids in my MINDFULNESS FOR YOUNG LEARNERS section

Session Details

  • Duration: 60–90 minutes per session

  • Format: In-person (Chiang Mai area, e.g., home/school vicinity) or online via Zoom

  • Focus Areas (customized to your child's needs):

    • English Program support: Grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing structure, speaking confidence—aligned with current Montfort units and assessments

    • Mindfulness integration: Age-appropriate Buddhist-inspired tools (breath awareness for concentration, metta for kindness/self-compassion, reflection on impermanence to ease perfectionism/anxiety, simple vipassana-style observation)

    • Holistic outcomes: Improved study habits, calmer test/exam prep, greater emotional regulation

Pricing

  • Single session: 1,000–1,400 THB (60–90 minutes, depending on focus and duration—e.g., lighter review vs. deep exam prep + mindfulness)

  • Introductory trial session: 800–900 THB (60–90 minutes, discounted to let families experience the full blend)

  • 5-session package: 4,800–6,500 THB (effective ~960–1,300/hour; save ~10–15%)

  • 10-session package: 9,000–12,500 THB (effective ~900–1,250/hour; save ~15–20%)

    All sessions in-person (Chiang Mai area) or online via Zoom. Packages paid upfront for commitment and best progress. Flexible scheduling around school hours/weekends.

Ready to get started? Send me a message to discuss your child's needs, schedule a trial, or book sessions.

shane@shanerabideau.com