Sara Khanzadi holds a master’s degree in Teaching English as a Second Language from the University of Minnesota. Before teaching for the English Language Programs at FSU, she taught English at Massachusetts International Academy (MAIA), Georgia Tech Language Institute and at the Minnesota English Language Program (MELP) for more than twelve years. Currently, Sara works as a district-wide English language learner teacher for North Attleborough Public Schools and teaches a TOEFL preparedness course at FSU. Sara received her undergraduate degree in Spanish language and culture and worked as a simultaneous translator at the commercial office of Spain's embassy in Tehran for five years. Reading, doing yoga, cooking, and eating chocolate and ice cream are some of Sara’s favorite recreational activities. Sara also likes going on long bike rides with her family, in the summertime.