• WHO I AM

    I'm the leader of a language development program based on the support of multilingual learners through practices which ensure culturally responsive teaching and equitable access.

    I’m a collaborator and coach who empowers educators to create learning opportunities to suit all language learners' needs.

    I’m an innovator who effectively integrates digital tools and contemporary practice of 21st century skills that enhance learning across all divisions for all multilingual learners.

    My pronouns are she · her · ella

  • ADVOCATE

    I believe it is our responsibility as educators to be advocates for the learning of all students by ensuring culturally responsive, equitable access to our schools' learning experiences.

  • CONSULTING & PL

    Learning alongside edu-communities around the world

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    Culturally Responsive Practices: Nurturing Belonging in Multicultural, Multilingual Learning Spaces in International Schools

    Singapore | April 2024

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    Creating Dual-Language Assessments for Multilingual Learners | ISSEdu

    February 2024

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    SENIA Virtual Conference: Nurturing Places of Belonging for BMLs

    Online | November 2023

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    ISSEdu | Language Empowerment: Harnessing GenAI to Support ML Education

    Online | October 2023

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    ISSEdu Identity Matters: Translanguaging Practices

    Online | October 2023

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    Toddle #TIES23 | Translanguaging Masterclass

    Online | September - October 2023

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    21st Century Learning Conference

    Bangkok, Thailand | May 2023
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    SeaChange International School Advisory Series

    Online | April 2023
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    ISS DEIJ Learning to Action Institute

    Online | March 2023
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    CEESA Speaker Series

    Online| November 2022

    DEI Exchange 2022

    Incheon, South Korea | October 2022
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    One Day Workshop @ Chadwick International School

    Songdo, South Korea | September 2022

    CIS I-DEA Workshop

    Online | September 2022
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    ESF Learns 2022

    Online | August 2022
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    AIELOC Summer Institute

    Online | June 2022
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    Kognity Engage Conference

    Online | February 2022
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    AIELOC & WOCELT Conference

    Online | November 2021
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    Translanguaging: Designing Equitable Multilingual Spaces

    Online | September 2021 · November 2021
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    Language Equity: Redefining our Language Learning Practices to Empower MLS

    Singapore (Online) | November 2020 · February 2021
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    21st Century Learning Online Conference

    Hong Kong (Online) | January 2021
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    UTIS Online Conference

    Iceland (Online) | September 2020
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    Learning2 Asia Conference

    Nanjing, China | October 2019

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    21st Century Learning Conference

    Hong Kong | March 2019
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    KORKOS International Educator Conference

    Seoul, South Korea | November 2018
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    CISGZ Educator's Conference

    Guangzhou, China | November 2018
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    EdTech Team Shekou Summit

    Shenzhen, China | September 2018
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    reThinking Learning Conference

    Singapore | May 2018
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    ELLSA Conference

    Singapore | March 2018
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    21st Century Learning Conference

    Hong Kong | January 2018
    Photo Credit @kristinziemke

    reThinking Literacy Conference

    Singapore | May 2017
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    EdTech Team Shekou Summit

    Shenzhen | September 2017
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    The iPad Conference

    Singapore | November 2016
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    reThinking Literacy Conference

    Singapore | April 2016
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    21st Century Learning Annual Conference

    Hong Kong | February 2016

    SIS EAL Conference

    Shenzhen, China | November 2014

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    ELLSA Conference

    Bangkok, Thailand | November 2013
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    Create Conference

    Shenzhen, China | March 2013

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    ACAMIS EAL Conference

    Shenzhen, China | April 2013

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    Transforming Learning with the iPad

    Shenzhen, China | February 2013

  • FEATURES & VIGNETTES

    Spotlights of my practices and professional collaborations.

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    Edutopia Article Spotlight

    August 2024

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    Inclusion is the Language of Inclusion | SENIA Podcast

    January 2024

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    AIELOC Latinx Educators & Leaders in International Education Webinar

    April 2022

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    L2 Take the Stage Podcast Episode

    November 2021

    The Power of Teams Learning Together: CoachBetter Podcast

    Ho Chi Minh City | May 2021

    Creating Augmented Reality Word Walls

    Saigon South International School | April 2021

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    Creating Multilingual Learning Spaces

    Saigon South International School | March 2021

    ADE Reflection Video

    Saigon South International School | December 2019

    Learning2 Talk; Language Equity

    International School of Nanjing | October 2019

    Learning 2: How does podcasting impact student learning?

    International School of Nanjing | October 2019​

    Learning 2: Extended Session Preview

    International School of Nanjing | October 2019​

    ISS Best Showcase: Authentic Storytelling

    August 2019

    ADE Application Video 2019

    February 2019

    COETAIL Alumni Webinar

    November 2018

    TIME2 (Technological Impact Museum & Exhibit) Project

    March 2017

    ADE Application Video 2017

    March 2017

    TIME (Technological Impact Museum & Exhibit) Project

    March 2016

    ADE Application Video 2105

    January 2015

    EAL Conference Summary Video

    November 2014

    COETAIL Course 5 Project

    2013-2024

    COETAIL Course 5 Project

    2013-2024

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    Google Certified Educator

    Currently training for Level 2 and becoming more versed in Google Tools for Education

  • the blog

    Thoughts, musings, and ruminations.

    As we navigate the complex landscape of international education, it's crucial that we prioritize...
  • Let's Connect!

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