Archives: May 2011

University of Colorado, Denver, M.A. ESL
Marisa grew up in a Spanish-speaking household in Wyoming – quite a random mix! She has always loved the Spanish language and culture and developed a love for traveling at an early age. Because teaching runs in her blood, she moved to Colorado 12 years ago to be a Spanish teacher at Fairview High School. Marisa also studied at CU-Denver and received her Master’s degree in ESL. Without a doubt, teaching is one of her passions, along with traveling to anywhere she can. When she is not teaching she enjoys spending free time in the beautiful outdoors of Colorado.

St. Olaf College, B.A. Spanish & Linguistics Concentration
Minnesota Teaching Certification K-12 Spanish and ESL Education
Sarah first became hooked on the challenges and joys of being immersed in another culture in 6th and 7th when her family lived in Indonesia.  Then in her senior year of high school she was encantada by Spain and its beautiful culture on a school trip.  Since then the travel bug has taken her to study abroad in Sevilla and then to teach English in Madrid for two years.  She is excited to return and experience Spain again in a new way!  Since returning from Madrid she’s learned about different cultures and languages in her job as an ELL teacher in St. Paul. Why is she so drawn to different cultures?  Let’s see.  Wonderful music, dance, art, new ideas, language, and FOOD! …Just to name a few. You never know what kind of adventure you’ll find yourself in if you go in with an open mind and willingness to take risks.

Colorado College, B.A. Romance Language – Spanish, French, Italian
Raised in a bilingual and bicultural household Monica has always loved travel and cultural exchange.  While a student at Colorado College she studied romance languages and economics.  During this time Monica worked with youth through campus and community organizations.  Currently she works at an elementary school as a community liaison (bilingual social worker) which allows her to speak Spanish and encourage community building.  Monica is excited to explore Spain with students and staff this summer.