Cynthia Callahan

Global Teacher

Cynthia Callahan has been an educator for 30 years, with most of her classroom experience in high school English and Drama. A former theatre director, she still loves acting and brings creativity and enthusiasm into every lesson she teaches. Cynthia holds certifications in English 6–12, Social Sciences 6–12, and Intensive Reading K–12. She is passionate about literacy, critical thinking, and helping students find their voice. Cynthia has been with Academica International Studies since 2024. 

Originally from Virginia, Cynthia graduated from Longwood University, a respected teaching college founded in 1839. She has lived in Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Georgia, and now Florida, where she resides in West Palm Beach with her partner, Khem.  

Outside of school, she enjoys cooking, watching movies, listening to music, and hosting through Airbnb. She’s especially passionate about getting to know her students and staying connected with them long after they graduate.