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anapaula.cortez@graded.br

Ana Paula Cortez is a Master in Applied Linguistics and the Studies of Languages who works at Graded School - the American School of São Paulo, Brazil, as a Portuguese as an Additional Language Teacher and Middle School advisor. She has a 25-year experience in the educational field, specially in the area of foreign language teaching and teacher education. Her major research interests are multicultural education, foreign languages and teacher professionalization. Her other interests are energy healing, since she is also a reincarnationist psychotherapist working with past life regressions and a reiki master.

Program Offered:

Master of Education concentration in International Teaching

Upcoming Courses:

Now accepting applicants for new cohort to begin Summer 2019*

*Cohort requires minimum of 20 participants

fsu@wiss.cn or tilistyakd@gmail.com

Mr. T. (as his students call him) has fulfilled several positions at WISS since his arrival in August of 2013. He’s been a Secondary Mathematics teacher, the Head of the Department, and the Diploma Programme coordinator. Although he never formally taught in his country of birth, he is originally from Hungary, where he earned his teaching degree and from where he first went to New York City to teach in a public school in the South Bronx. From the Big Apple, after getting married, he went to teach at Cebu International School in the Philippines, then to Xiamen International School in China, where he also completed his M.Ed. in International Teaching degree. From there he moved to WISS, where he is now teaching Secondary Mathematics and coordinating the M.Ed. program for teachers in the greater Shanghai area.

Programs Offered:

Master of Education concentration in International Teaching (started in February 2018)

Master of Arts concentration in Educational Leadership (expected start date of February 2019)

Upcoming Courses 

Spring Semester 2019 (for the concentration in International Education)

EDUC 921  Supervision, Staff Development and Collaborative Leadership

Summer Semester 2019 (for the concentration in International Education)

EDUC 999  Research and Evaluation

EDUC 925  Curriculum: Theory and Practice

Spring Semester 2019 (for the concentration in Educational Leadership)

EDLE 948  Legal Issues and Concerns in Education

XISFraminghamCoordinator@xischina.com.cn

Candy Lin

My name is Candy Lin, I was born in Zhangzhou city, China. I work in Xiamen International School (XIS) as the secretary to the Headmaster. I have graduated from Framingham State University and obtained the master degree of International teaching in May, 2015. And now I am serving as Xiamen site co-coordinator of this program with Elaine Li. 

I am married and together with my husband, we have a daughter and a son. Xiamen is a beautiful and small island with green trees and colorful flowers through the whole year.  I believe you will love it once you view it on the first time. I have been living in Xiamen for ten years with my family. I am here in Xiamen site to welcome you to join in our master program.

Elaine Li     

My name is Elaine Li. I am from China and work in a school in Xiamen which is a beautiful and small island with green trees and colorful flowers through the whole year. 

      I finished my 4 years’ university in 2006. After 7 years working in the school, I realized that it is never too old to learn. So I took the Framingham Master course – International Teaching and graduated in May 2015. And now I am serving as Xiamen site co-coordinator of this program with Candy Lin.

    I am here in Xiamen site to welcome you to join in our master program.

Program Offered:

Master of Education concentration in International Teaching

Upcoming Courses

Spring 2019 Semester:

EDUC 921  Supervision, Staff Development, and Collaborative Leadership 

LTRC  920  Issues and Strategies in Reading and Literacy Instruction

Summer 2019 Semester:

TESL  928  English as a Second Language and Cross-Cultural Awareness 

EDUC 926  Issues and Influences in Education

New Program: Master of Education concentration in Teaching English as a Second Language

Expected Start Date: June 2019

cgarcia@lincoln.ed.cr

My name is Celeste Garcia, I have worked at Lincoln School for 9 yrs. I'm currently the Permanent High School substitute, also have some administrative duties, and as a graduates Psychologist I assist the Secondary Psychology Department.

I was born in Costa Rica, moved to West Palm Beach, FL when I was 9 yrs old. I've been living in Costa Rica for 15 yrs now and Loving it, enjoying all the nature that it has to offer. I have a 7 yr old daughter and a 19 yr old son.

 One of my goals in life was to work in Education, and now that I'm here I'm enjoying it my fullest and giving the best I can.

Programs Offered:

Master of Education concentration in International Teaching

Master of Arts concentration in Educational Leadership

Upcoming Courses

Spring Semester 2019 (for the concentration in International Education)

EDUC 932  Creative Teaching Techniques and Utilization of Multimedia

LTRC  920  Issues and Strategies in Reading and Literacy Instruction

Summer Semester 2019 (for the concentration in International Education)

EDUC 926  Issues and Influences in Education

EDUC 921  Supervision, Staff Development, and Collaborative Leadership

Summer Semester 2019 (for the concentration in Educational Leadership)

EDLE 987  Supervision and Staff Development

EDLE 970  Curriculum Design: Theory and Practice

Spring Semester 2020 (for the concentration in Educational Leadership)

EDUC 998  Language Development and Communication

EDLE 927   Advanced Teaching Strategies

sriley@cag.edu.gt

Stephanie Cifuentes (Riley) is a 6th grade Math teacher at the American School of Guatemala. She is originally from Louisville, Kentucky and attended the University of Alabama for her undergraduate degree. She has been living and working in Guatemala for 7 years and has been involved with the Framingham program the entire time. Stephanie is married and has a 1-year old daughter. The program site is mostly made up of teachers from a few schools in the Guatemala City area.

Program Offered:

Master of Education in International Teaching

Upcoming Courses

Spring 2019 Semester:

EDUC 921  Supervision, Staff Development, and Collaborative Leadership

LTRC  920  Issues and Strategies in Reading and Literacy Instruction

spadilla@seishn.com

My name is Sayda Padilla. I have been teaching in First Grade for the past 5 years. I have a degree in Psychology and I am almost finished my degree in Education. I am also enrolled in Framingham Master's Degree and currently working as the coordinator of the masters program in Honduras. I have three brothers and I live with my parents. I am a Christian and I have a passion for teaching, singing and playing soccer.  

Program Offered:

Master of Education concentration in International Teaching

FSUSeoul@gmail.com or call Kakao ID: bea94.

Beatrice Thana is the site coordinator for the Seoul 2019 cohort. She grew up in a quiet suburb of Chicago and after some years in the corporate industry, she ventured into ESL teaching in 2008 for a private language academy in South Korea. After her first year there, she took some time off to travel and then continued her ELT career in different parts of Spain for the next four years. Teaching is the most fulfilling career she has ever had. She received her CELTA from Cape Town, South Africa and her TESOL from Toronto, Canada. She is now pursuing higher education through Framingham's masters program. After travelling the world with her husband from 2014 to 2018, she is happy to be back in South Korea teaching again.

Program Offered:

Master of Education Concentration in Teaching English as a Second Language:

markgrahamsample@gmail.com

Program Offered:

Master of Education concentration in Teaching English as a Second Language

Upcoming Courses

Cohort 5

Spring 2019 Semester:

TESL  966  Seminar in Applied Linguistics

EDUC 991  Philosophy of Education and Teaching Practice

hasinhopkins@gmail.com

Derek Hopkins is the site coordinator for the Seoul cohort hosted by Seoul Christian School. He grew up in California and has been involved in education for 7 years. He studied psychology and education at UC Santa Cruz. After teaching in Korea for a year, he continued his education by receiving his CELTA in San Francisco. Back in Korea, he explored the field of education in multiple areas. He has designed private academies, elementary school curriculum, and educational software for computers and phones. He currently teaches 3rd grade English at Kyunggi Elementary School while continuing his education through the FSU masters program.

Program Offered:

Master of Education concentration in Teaching English as a Second Language

Upcoming Courses

Spring Semester 2019

TESL 948  Teaching Reading & Writing in the English Immersion Classroom

TESL 913  Current Issues in Second Language Acquisition

Summer Semester 2019

TESL 936  The Teaching of Second Language Skills

TESL 901  Language Structure: Phonetics and Morphology

maryanne.oconnor@asfg.edu.mx

Ms. Mary Anne O’Connor has been 14 years at ASFG. She has held positions in academic support and classroom teacher and now has accepted the role of Director of Instructional Programs.

Program Offered:

Master of Education concentration in International Teaching

Currently No Upcoming Courses

Recruiting for Academic Year 2020

leverest@euroamericanosur.edu.mx

My name is Laura Everest. I have been a teacher for over 30 years. I have a degree in Education and another on Child and Youth Psychopathology from UAB.  I have had the privilege of working in places where I can apply my skills and this, along with the fact that I have high trust, discipline, initiative and willingness for learning, has allowed me to develop myself and grown personally and professionally.  I have also worked  as an Adult instructor for General and Business English in companies, and as an IELTS and TOEFL course instructor. I am a Cambridge approved Oral Speaking Examiner for its evaluations, exam supervisor and invigilator.  I love what I do and I truly believe that if a person feels accepted and loved he will develop his potential to the fullest.

Program Offered:

Master of Education concentration in International Teaching

Upcoming Courses

Summer 2019 Semester:

EDUC 932 Creative Teaching Techniques and Utilization of Multimedia

SPED 963 Behavior and Classroom Management

LTRC  920 Issues and Strategies in Reading and Literacy Instruction

les.ogumoro@marianas.edu

Programs Offered:

Master of Education concentration in International Teaching

Upcoming Courses

Spring 2019 Semester:

EDUC 921 Supervision, Staff Development, and Collaborative Leadership

EDUC 926 Issues and Influences in Education

EDUC 925 Curriculum: Theory and Practice

ro@wells-school.com

Meet Rodith Moscoso

http://wells.ac.th/framingham/

Ro is a graduate of the International Teaching program and has been coordinating for the site since 2013. She has been teaching Mathematics for over 13 years but currently teaches Middle School Math at Wells International School where she enjoys a balance of traditional and progressive teaching methods, strong classroom management and differentiation.

Program Offered:

 Master of Education concentration in International Teaching

Upcoming Courses

Cohort 8

Spring Semester 2019

LTRC 920 Issues and Strategies in Reading and Literacy Instruction

TESL 928 English as a Second Language and Cross-Cultural Awareness

Summer Semester 2019

EDUC 921 Supervision, Staff Development, and Collaborative Leadership

SPED 963 Behavior and Classroom Management

Cohort 9

Spring Semester 2019

EDUC 925 Curriculum: Theory and Practice

EDUC 926 Issues and Influences in Education

Summer Semester 2019

LTRC 920 Issues and Strategies in Reading and Literacy Instruction

SPED 963 Behavior and Classroom Management

hwalker@isps.edu.tt

Hazel’s introduction to the International School of Port of Spain (ISPS) Trinidad & Tobago came in 2002 when she was hired in the position of Security Officer.  Hazel was quickly promoted to Receptionist in 2003 where she honed her skills in administration and event planning.

 She is a dynamic, competent, assertive and team-spirited providing consistent support in coordinating several successful events and extra-curricular school activities. Hazel continues to provide uncompromising administrative support to over 500 Students, Parents, Faculty and Staff combined at ISPS on a daily basis.

 Hazel’s introduction to coordinating the Master in Education Program of Framingham State University (FSU) came in 2006 of approximately 30 student-teachers annually.  She continues to ensure that the program maintains the integrity and standard that both FSU and ISPS hold.  The MEd housed at ISPS is now in its 19^th year with Hazel’s involvement for the last 11 years.

 Hazel maintains residence in Arouca, Trinidad & Tobago with her 2 children Audley & Sadè Walker.  Hazel is also involved in various community programs that touch the lives of many children, young adults and mothers. 

Program Offered:

Master of Education concentration in International Teaching

Upcoming Courses

Spring Semester 2019

EDUC 999 Research and Evaluation

LTRC  920 Issues and Strategies in Reading and Literacy Instruction