ITP - 133 Canadian educator Kelly Hogan shared how she transitioned from a career in arts and design to international teaching, spending 13 years in Taiwan where she earned her master’s through the College of New Jersey’s overseas cohort and later moved to Guatemala as a dual-language liaison at the American School of Guatemala.

We discuss how teaching abroad offers ways to grow professionally without returning home, how programs like TCNJ connect global educators, and how cultural differences shape classroom expectations—rigorous academics in Asia versus balance and socialization in Latin America. Her closing advice urges international teachers to build networks, seek help, and support others adjusting to life overseas.

Chapters

(00:41) Kelly's Journey into International Teaching(04:21) Pursuing a Teaching Degree Abroad(08:12) The Importance of International Cohorts(12:03) Transitioning from Taiwan to Guatemala(15:52) Understanding Multilingual Learners(17:47) Language and Identity(21:44) Evolving Educational Terminology(26:29) Trans-languaging and Multilingualism(29:17) Career Journeys in International Education(35:23) Art and Cultural Exchange(37:21) Exploring Cultural Art and Craftsmanship(38:21) Contrasting Educational Experiences in Different Cultures(41:39) Adapting as an International Teacher(45:33) Navigating Life Abroad: Personal Stories and Lessons(51:50) Essential Items for Moving to a New Country(53:48) The Importance of Networking and Community Support

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