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Ayita Patrick

Ayita Patrick

My name is Ayita Patrick, and I am honored to serve as a Global Teacher. I was born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, and now reside in Central Florida with […]

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Wendy Perkins

Wendy Perkins

My name is Wendy Perkins, and I live along the Gulf Coast in beautiful Pensacola, Florida.  I received my degree in English and Creative Writing from the University of West […]

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Gabriel Pessoa

Gabriel Pessoa

My name is Gabriel Pessoa, and I feel fortunate to connect with students around the world as a Global Teacher with Academica International Studies. I was born in Brazil and […]

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Christa Phelps

Christa Phelps

Hello! I’m excited to introduce myself to you. I’m Christa Phelps, a passionate educator who was born and raised in Michigan. Since then, I have traded in the snow for […]

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Vanessa Phillips

Vanessa Phillips

Hi! My name is Vanessa Phillips. I was born and raised in Miami, Florida, where I still live today. My husband and I have two wonderful kids, Mia and Ricky, […]

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Mariana Pino Chaluja

Mariana Pino Chaluja

My name is Mariana Pino Chaluja, and I am excited to join the Academica International Studies family.  I live in Miami, Florida, with my husband, our two sons, and our […]

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Lisette Pickard

Lisette Pickard

Lisette Pickard was born and raised in Miami, Florida and earned her bachelor’s degree in Education from Florida Atlantic University. She holds certifications in English 6-12, Social Science 6-12, Elementary […]

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Cathleen Presley

Cathleen Presley

My name is Cathleen Presley. I was born and raised in Miami, Florida. In 2014, I graduated from Florida International University with an Education Degree with an ESOL and Reading […]

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Jennifer Reynoso-Haymond

Jennifer Reynoso-Haymond

Mrs. Jennifer Reynoso-Haymond was born and raised in California. She currently lives in California with her husband, Ian and her sons. She holds a master’s degree in English from National […]

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Lauren Rivera

Lauren Rivera

Lauren Rivera was born in Miami, Florida. In 2005, she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Barry University in English with a concentration in Professional Writing. In 2013, she […]

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Leigh Rodriguez

Leigh Rodriguez

Leigh Rodriguez was born and raised in Florida but now lives in the mountains of North Carolina. She enjoys time with her husband and three children. They keep life interesting […]

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Karen Rodriguez

Karen Rodriguez

My name is Karen Rodriguez, and I have been teaching since 2011 with Miami-Dade County Public Schools. During the pandemic (2020–2022), I also had the opportunity to teach virtually in […]

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Kelly Rodriguez

Kelly Rodriguez

My name is Kelly Rodriguez, and I live in central Massachusetts with my husband and our dog named Gracie.    In addition to my bachelor’s degree in English communication, I have […]

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Lietty Roig Aloma

Lietty Roig Aloma

Lietty Roig Aloma was born in Havana, Cuba, and immigrated to Miami, Florid,a when she was six years old. She has earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from […]

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Cindy Roman

Cindy Roman

Hi! I’m Cindy Roman, originally from the sunny shores of Florida. I currently live in the peach state of Georgia. Since earning my bachelor’s degree in education and a master’s […]

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Jessica Rosenfeld

Jessica Rosenfeld

Jessica Rosenfeld graduated from the University of Central Florida with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Her professional background includes certifications in the areas of English 6-12, Social Science 6-12, and […]

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Joshua Rudd

Joshua Rudd

Josh Rudd has been a dedicated educator with Academica International Studies since 2018, bringing passion and expertise to the virtual classroom. With a teaching career that began in 2009, Mr. […]

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Rachel Rudd

Rachel Rudd

I’m Rachel Rudd, and I’m thrilled to serve as a Global Teacher with Academica International Studies. With a Bachelor’s degree in English and my teaching certification, I’ve been passionately educating […]

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Elizabeth Ruiz

Elizabeth Ruiz

My name is Elizabeth Ruiz. I have been an educator since 2004. I have a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University […]

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Roxana Durruthy-Ruiz

Roxana Durruthy-Ruiz

Hi, my name is Roxana Durruthy-Ruiz, and I was born in beautiful Miami, Florida. I attended Florida International University and studied Communications and Business. After graduating, I worked on earning […]

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David Sacerio

David Sacerio

My name is David Sacerio, I am an English and Social Science teacher in the AIS Dual Diploma Program. I’m from Miami, where I live with my wife and our […]

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Cristina San Gabino

Cristina San Gabino

My name is Cristina San Gabino. I was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. I graduated from Barry University in 2003 with a degree in Education.  I am passionate about […]

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Laura Sanchez

Laura Sanchez

Hello!  My name is Laura Sanchez.  I was born and raised in Miami, Florida, where I live with my husband, two sons, three dogs, and 5 tortoises.  I earned a […]

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Lucy Sargent

Lucy Sargent

My name is Lucy Sargent and I have been an international educator since 2014. I am thrilled to be a part of the AIS Dual Diploma program! My Bachelor’s Degree […]

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Lia Seirotti

Lia Seirotti

Lia Cristina Seirotti, 2025 Teacher of the Year recipient, graduated from Florida International University with a bachelor’s degree in education. She then went on to earn her master’s degree in […]

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Cesar Seirotti

Cesar Seirotti

As an AIS Dual Diploma Teacher, I am here to help my students learn and do their best in our virtual learning environment. I graduated from Florida International University. I […]

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Luanne Shear

Luanne Shear

My name is Luanne Shear, and I have been an educator for over a decade. I earned a Bachelor’s degree in English and Arts and Humanities from Florida Atlantic University, […]

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Ciel Sheldon

Ciel Sheldon

Ciel Sheldon is excited to be teaching as part of the Academica International Studies Dual Diploma Program. An experienced secondary teacher, she has been teaching high school and middle school […]

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Ole Sheldon

Ole Sheldon

My name is Ole Sheldon, and I attended the University of Oklahoma on an athletic scholarship and then later completed my doctorate in Business Administration through California Southern University.  I […]

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James Sheridan

James Sheridan

Hello, my name is James Sheridan. I am very excited to work, learn, and grow with you all during our AIS Dual Diploma journey! I have wanted to be a […]

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