I’m proud of my small-town roots – they provided me with the foundation, curiosity, & confidence to venture out & see the world. Having spent almost 25 years in the education field, I worked for nearly 10 years at two public high schools in Tampa, Florida, before heading overseas. During 15 years abroad, I’ve taught a wide range of EFL & major content area courses & served in varying capacities at local & international colleges & universities in South Korea, Vietnam, Cambodia, & now the Philippines. In the process, I’ve been fortunate to positively impact the lives of thousands of students & community members from across the globe & look forward to continuing that trend for years to come.
I’m incredibly proud & excited about what CELS offers our international students, not just through EFL instruction but also through the various opportunities they have to make real, lasting connections with local & international students alike. Not only will they use language in authentic & meaningful ways beyond the textbook & classroom, but just as importantly, they will have many opportunities to engage with the cultural side of language acquisition as well!
For fun, when I’m not studying, I’m eager to be outdoors, connecting with nature through travel, hiking, diving, skiing, camping, listening to live music, or simply relaxing with friends & family!
