Mr Elmer Lau

What led Elmer to Acorn is the passion for moulding the lives of young people. He graduated from the National University of Singapore. During his school days, he has been a leader at various levels, as a prefect, as the head of his CCA, as a class chairman, as a sports player representing his school. He has also been a youth leader in grassroots organizations, leading outreach efforts to youths from various backgrounds. He is able to communicate and bond effectively with them, inspiriting them with mastery and vivacity. He enjoys developing people and is a certified coach in behavioral analysis and leadership training. His love for sports and people is a fusion for his passion to lead students into learning through activities and the outdoors. He has been an invited speaker at various leadership seminars such as the Youth Leaders’ Summit and has held various assembly talks, workshops and camps for primary and secondary schools ranging from leadership skills to character building and national education.

Ms. Amy Tan

Amy has a Bachelor's Degree in Southeast Asian Studies awarded by the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, National University of Singapore. She also attained a Post Graduate Teaching Diploma awarded by the National Institute of Education, Singapore. Amy taught in the Singapore Education system for four years and well understands the rigour of classroom management coupled with teaching pedagogies. The subjects she specialised in were English, History and her personal favourite, Social Studies. In addition to classroom teaching, she has conducted leadership camps and Overseas Community Involvement Projects during her employment with the Ministry of Education. She has also taught in several other countries including Thailand, Cambodia and China, bringing the English classroom to the villages. As such, she is comfortable in the classroom and eager to empower students through self-directed learning. The different settings she has encountered has allowed her to better tailor her lessons to individuals with diverse modes of learning. As such, her students are not only engaged but challenged to grow as unique individuals.

Ms. Chean Xin Ying

A Biomedical Science graduate from Nanyang Technological University, Xin Ying has been working with youths for many years. For the past decade, Xin Ying has been heavily involved in youth work, organising youth camps and events, as well as leading youth overseas trips. She is also involved in youth counselling and coaching.

A drama enthusiast, Xin Ying has been organising youth drama performances, conducting drama workshops and directing drama shows. Her strong theatrical background makes her an excellent communicator, and an engaging public speaker. In Acorn, she conducts leadership programmes like problem solving, communication skills and team building. She is also a certified facilitator of the Student Leadership Challenge ®.

Mr. Jeremiah Du

Jeremiah is an experienced and outstanding leader that graduated from Temasek Polytechnic with a Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality (Merit) in 2009. He was President for PACEsetters (Temasek Polytechnic's Student Ambassador) and had hosted President SR Nathan, various other ministers and international ambassadors. Jeremiah was nominated to be the valedictorian in Temasek Polytechnic. As the overall-in-charge of St John's Ambulance Brigade, he was awarded the Best Leader in the Singapore-Malaysia First Aid competition. Jeremiah's personal experience, zeal for nurturing people and strive for excellence has been his motivation to develop and impart knowledge to the next generation. At Acorn Training, Jeremiah is responsible for designing and planning the training curriculum.

Mr. Arthoven Ng

Mr. Keith Yeo

Keith has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology awarded by the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, National University of Singapore. He has had many valuable leadership experiences over the years, be it as a prefect throughout his primary and secondary career or serving as the Drum Major in his Secondary School days, as well as holding the post of Fire Direction Officer in the army. Currently, Keith serves as the community overseer for his church’s youth ministry where he actively engages young people in small groups as well as in youth events. This has allowed him to hone his project management skills as he has to also plan and coordinate camps and conferences. His passion lies in moulding the next generation of youths to be leaders with good character. Having worked as a trainer for Primary School Math Olympiad candidates as well as students who require additional math foundational training, Keith has had the experience of working with students who are both academically excellent alongside those who are struggling.