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
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 […]
Read MoreGabriel 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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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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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, […]
Read MoreMariana 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 […]
Read MoreLisette 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 […]
Read MoreCathleen 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 […]
Read MoreJennifer 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 […]
Read MoreLauren 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 […]
Read MoreLeigh 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 […]
Read MoreKaren 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 […]
Read MoreKelly 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 […]
Read MoreLietty 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 […]
Read MoreCindy 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 […]
Read MoreJessica 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 […]
Read MoreJoshua 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. […]
Read MoreRachel 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 […]
Read MoreElizabeth 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 […]
Read MoreRoxana 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 […]
Read MoreDavid 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 […]
Read MoreCristina 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 […]
Read MoreLaura 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 […]
Read MoreLucy 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 […]
Read MoreLia 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 […]
Read MoreCesar 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 […]
Read MoreLuanne 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, […]
Read MoreCiel 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 […]
Read MoreOle 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 […]
Read MoreJames 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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