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About.

Recognizing that teachers are the key to shaping global-minded citizens, we strive to open educational possibilities and facilitate teacher training that will help bring prosperity and harmony to our region.

Monthly Workshops

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​Join us for our monthly teacher training workshops and cultural conversations
every third Friday or Saturday of the month.



Our Goal

We believe that teacher training is essential to good education and prosperous democratic society.
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Living in a tourist area with transient population has not made it easy to maintain the high-quality teaching and learning standards in the region. Seeing what is out there in the educational world is often limited and hard to get access to.

It is our goal to enhance professional development opportunities and teacher training to both local and international teachers in the region, bringing a world of expertise to the North Coast of the Dominican Republic and hopefully the world.

We're Here for You throughout the Year

Whether it is through a presentation, e-consulting or site visits on a regular-basis, we are here for you throughout the school year!
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Who We Are

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Vesna Radivojevic
Founder of Train-and-Teach
International Educator
​Dominican Republic

A cultural chameleon, native to Yugoslavia (Serbia), a six-year Asian dweller, Dominican resident with nearly twenty-five years of teaching around the world offering workshops and instructional coaching on a variety topics: Balanced Literacy, Reader's and Writer's Workshop, curriculum planning and technology integration.
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Terramar Estates
​​​Venue Partner

We are partnered with Terramar Estates, where our regular monthly workshops take place. Easy and convenient stop between Puerto Plata and Cabarete with beautiful facilities in a serene and conducive-to-learning environment.
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Dr. Marilynne Crawford
International Educator
Buffalo, NY
Offers workshops on teaching English as a Second Language in elementary school setting relevant to both international and public schools in the US. Her expertise bridges the gap between public school system demands and students' best interests at heart. ​Her anecdotes from decades of travel and living overseas give a special flavor to her workshops. 
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Chiharu Ito
International Educator
Artist
​Tokyo, Japan
Offers workshops on Wire Art and exploration of master artists in an elementary school setting, as well as, advice on setting up after-school Art Centers. Modest on the outside, but incredibly rich in talents she possess, she can simply be described as a modern Renaissance woman. What her fingers touch, it magically turns into profound beauty.
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Amy Adams
​International Educator
Chicago, IL
Offers workshops on teaching English and English as a Second Language in Middle School, High School and higher education. Her expertise extends to blended learning format and college prep English courses. Her wittiness and eloquence makes her workshops fun and memorable that should not be missed.
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Peter Vella 
International Educator
​PYP IB Purist
Melbourne, Australia
Offers workshops on Primary Years Programe (PYP) International Baccalaureate (IB), constructivists educational theory and practice behind IB. His expertise extends to offering practical guidelines in setting up Program of Inquiry (POI) and IB programs. Peter is an eloquent speaker with mesmerizing energy that instantly inspires and urges to action.
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Lindsey Nicklas
​Counselor  and International Educator
​New York, NY
Offers workshops on counseling practices in international schools and US ones. Speaking from her wealth of knowledge having worked in international schools around the globe, she gives incredible perspective and insights on education in general. She has inspired a great many to take the similar path of international teaching. Her warmth and genuine spirit makes her an amazing role model to look up to.
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Allison Silvaggio
International Educator
​STEM Coordinator
Denver, CO 
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Offers workshops on Elementary, Middle School and High School Math and Problem Based Learning. An expert on Novel Engineering for elementary teachers incorporating engineering into their literacy. Her expertise extends to helping set up a STEM school and charter schools, including Science and Tech Centers. Allison is kind and supporting yet clear and elaborate in her expression during teacher training. Her novel topic are an absolute must.
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Leah Potts
Artist and Life Coach
Aspen, CO
Offers sessions on living with disability and healing through art by sharing her insights on inclusive education. ​​Leah is a true example of what a power of mind can do as she managed to walk again after a skiing accident that left her quadriplegic. She is simply a true inspiration and a testament to  greatness of human spirit. Leah expertise on water-color paintings heals the body and mind. 
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Óscar Zazo
Writer and Historian
International Educator
​Dominican Republic
Originally form Madrid, several times a world champion of karate, a father of four, a writer and an international educator working at the International School of Sosúa, offers workshops on teaching Spanish in international setting, Dominican History and Humanities at university level as a visiting professor at PUCMM in Santiago. He also shares his experience as a renowned author whose books are part of the syllabus in the public schools in the Dominican Republic. His richness of expression and profound thinking are both inspiring and intellectually stimulating.
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Ramón Rodríguez
International Educator
​ELT Professional
Dominican Republic
Offers workshops on educational technology in EFL and K-12 school setting, lesson planning and English language methodology. His expertise helps you understand how to apply technology tackling the deeper levels of thinking with Bloom's Taxonomy. Ramon's vibrant and innovative spirit helps you see various perspectives and diverse methodologies when integrating technology into your teaching.
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Lauren Windle
Academic Dean
Singapore
Originally for New Jersey, but teaching internationally for many years, Lauren possesses a wealth of knowledge on MYP, IB and AP courses in US, World History and Humanities. As an academic dean, she is a fervent advocate for students' empowerment and leadership. Here unique perspective adds an incredible value to her workshops.
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Mark Van Den Bossche 
Environmental Education and
​Natural History
Tokyo, Japan
Originally for UK, this amazing educator has taught overseas for three decades in many international schools on various continents. He shares his experience of different projects he has done with his middle school and high school students on Tama River's invasive species and their impact,  bird migrations, medicinal plants and other topics pertaining to environmental education.  He is a true example of the qualities a 21st century educator should possess.
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Dr. Jenny Olson
Middle School Principal
New York, NY
This well-rounded professional shares her expertise on developmentally responsive leadership, best assessment practices, teacher evaluation and much more. She effortlessly combines different perspectives of US and international education. Her sense of humor and open mindedness make her sessions highly enjoyable and well-worth attending. 
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Elsa Orosco
IT and Marketing Specialist
Dominican Republic
Originally from Ecuador, this talented young expert offers expertise on how to market your school sites and boost IT in schools. She brings balance between users and their educational needs. Don't miss out her presentations that will aid your presence on the net.
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