Q: Can you tell us a little about your background in education and what led you to join the French American Academy?
I earned my Master’s degree in Education in 2001. I began my career in France, in Toulouse, where I taught for eight years from preschool through 5th grade, in a variety of social and cultural settings. My natural curiosity led me to explore other pedagogical approaches, which eventually brought me to the FAA.
Q: What inspires you as an educator and leader?
What inspires me as an educator and leader is seeing children grow into individuals capable of thinking critically. I am motivated by helping them develop their social skills and teaching them interpersonal communication. I love nurturing their curiosity and supporting them as they face challenges and overcome obstacles. I like to believe that the work of an educator has a meaningful influence on the society of tomorrow.
Also, what inspires me as a leader is bringing people together and working collaboratively, using this energy to become a better educator who can help students thrive. I am also inspired by exploring new teaching methods and creative approaches to engage students and make learning meaningful.
Q: What does the role of Teaching and Learning Director mean to you, and how do you see yourself supporting our students and teachers?
To me, the role of Teaching and Learning Director is to lead and support both students and teachers by fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. This role involves coordinating, guiding, and mentoring a team of teachers or trainers. It also includes participating in the design and implementation of training plans.
I see myself working with teachers to implement effective teaching strategies tailored to our school’s context.
Researching and sharing educational resources, encouraging creative approaches, and bringing people together are all part of ensuring that both teachers and students thrive and that our work has a lasting impact on the world of tomorrow.
Q: What are your top priorities or goals for your first year in this role?
In my first year, I’d like to focus on three main goals. First, I want to strengthen the way our curricula connect, so students can explore similarities and differences across subjects, bridging concepts and making deeper connections—especially through the consistent use of the comparative grammar method. Second, I aim to support teachers in confidently understanding and implementing the Oral Language FAA curriculum, ensuring it truly benefits students in the classroom. Finally, I want Non-Violent Communication to be practiced consistently, with both teachers and students clearly understanding its purpose and how it fosters a positive, respectful learning environment. Throughout all of this, I also want to be a reliable resource for teachers, so they can count on my support to continue enriching their pedagogical practice
Q: How do you see yourself helping the FAA prepare students for the future, both academically and in life skills?
I see myself helping the FAA prepare students for the future by continuing to implement a curriculum that develops their critical thinking skills, making them stronger academically through a strong bilingual program. At the same time, I want to support the development of their social-emotional skills, so they not only succeed in their studies but also grow as confident, thoughtful, and resilient individuals ready to navigate life beyond the classroom.
Q: Outside of school, what do you enjoy doing in your free time?
If I had to pick my top three favorite activities in my free time, they would be dance, travel, and hiking. I love dancing—it feels like part of my DNA 🙂 Whether in joyful or challenging moments, dance is always my go-to. I also enjoy traveling and discovering new cultures around the world. And finally, hiking—climbing Kilimanjaro is on my bucket list!
