Hello, my name is Rebecca Carda! I was born and raised in Denver, Colorado USA. In addition to my TEFL certification, I graduated from the University of Kansas with a degree in Biology and an English minor. I have taught English in Korea and Poland for several years. When I am not teaching, I enjoy creative crafts, traveling to see exotic animals, and reading.
I love learning, and it is my goal to foster that love for learning in my students by creating an exciting, safe, and curiosity-driven classroom. Seeing students show eagerness to try new things and think about new ideas keeps me inspired as a teacher, and I truly enjoy teaching kindergarten students. I am looking forward to helping every student try their best and develop over the year!

Hello! My name is Marissa and I am from Syracuse, New York. I graduated from Canisius College with Bachelors in English Literature and Creative Writing. I also hold a Master’s Degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from the same college. While completing my studies, I also studied at Sophia University in Tokyo, Japan for a semester. In my time teaching, I have taught many ages ranging from 4 to 13, and a variety of different subjects.
I strive to be a teacher that helps foster love for English as a language, and love for learning in general. I believe that students need a good support system and I always encourage them to do their best. I am very excited to teach at LOTIS and to help my students learn and grow as both English speakers, but as students as well. I can’t wait to meet everyone!

Hello, my name is Cherie and I am from Wilmington, North Carolina USA. I have been living and working in Korea for two years. I have my Bachelor of Arts degree from Brigham Young University, Hawaii, and majored in Intercultural Peacebuilding. I also have my TESOL certification. I first came to Korea in August 2016 as an exchange student for a year at Chung-Ang University, and I loved being here, so I came back after I graduated from university!
When it comes to teaching, I love to have fun with the students and help them learn in an interesting and playful environment. My favorite thing about teaching English is watching my students grow and succeed. I have taught kindergarten and elementary students in Korea, and kindergarten students, university students, and adults in the USA, and China in both private and public schools. I always do my best to teach in positive and uplifting ways that encourage my students to try hard and do their best. My goal is to make sure my students learn English effectively in a fun environment. I am looking forward to a fantastic year teaching here at LOTIS and cannot wait to meet my amazing students!

Hello, my name is Rachel and I am from San Antonio, Texas, USA. I have been teaching in Korea for several years and I am excited to start a new teaching journey at LOTIS. I graduated from Chatham University with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Creative Writing. While studying abroad, I spent a semester at Korea University. After it was over, I knew I had to return to Korea, so I did!
Since I came to Korea, I have been teaching English to elementary students. I appreciate younger students’ energy and willingness to try new things, so I’m so excited to begin teaching kindergarten here at LOTIS. I’m looking forward to seeing students’ growth from the beginning to the end of the year, and I can’t wait to start!

Hello, my name is Samantha and I am from a city just outside of Toronto, Canada. I graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a degree in the arts. I have always loved working with children and have worked in an educational setting while tutoring in various subjects. I have also taught kindergarten students in Korea previously, and I am very excited to be teaching at LOTIS this year! I understand the importance of early education and strive to create an environment where my students are comfortable and have fun while learning. This year will be full of new learning experiences and fun adventures. I cannot wait to meet my students and watch them grow throughout the year. I look forward to seeing you soon!

Hello, my name is Makalia. I was born and raised in New York, United States. I graduated from the State University at Delhi with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. I am a TEFL-certified teacher with experience teaching in Daegu and Seoul.
I love teaching English to all age groups. When I am not teaching, I love to explore different areas of Korea and experience the amazing culture here. I am excited to meet our students here at Lotis! My goal is to provide my students with every possible opportunity to grow and take advantage of opportunities that learning English can provide. There is always room to grow, and I want to make English education as fun as possible!
I hope that I can have a positive impact on my students. I`m looking forward to meeting and teaching your children this year!

Hello everyone, my name is Taylor! I’m from the east coast of the United States and have lived in many different areas there, including North Carolina, Boston, and Pennsylvania. I graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a bachelor’s degree in Geography. Then, after traveling the States so much, I decided to travel internationally and came to Korea! I have lived in Korea for three years, experiencing life in different cities like Dongtan and Seoul. I’ve spent two years teaching kindergarten and enjoy working with young learners. Early childhood education is fundamental and crucial to the further development and education of students and I always find it rewarding helping and watching students grow throughout the year. I’m looking forward to working with you all and having a fun year together!

Hello! My name is Caitlin and I am from Corvallis, Oregon. I graduated from Oregon State University with a degree in Cultural/Linguistic Anthropology and have taught English at the kindergarten level in Korea for several years. When I am not teaching, I enjoy reading, hiking, and traveling. I am so excited to teach at LOTIS again this year and I am looking forward to seeing each student in my class learn and grow.  I love to teach and help children develop not only proficiency, but a love for speaking English. I aim to create a classroom environment where we can learn through having fun and any challenges are seen as opportunities for growth. I am so excited to begin what will surely be a wonderful year together!

Hello, my name is Conner Morgan and I am from Spring, Texas. I graduated from The University of Texas. I hold a degree in East Asian Studies. I also attended Hanyang University while studying abroad. I have taught English for almost eight years in Korea. I like to make my students enjoy learning about English and the world. I believe that a firm understanding in our world greatly benefits a student.
While in Korea, I taught students aged 7 through 15. I truly enjoy teaching younger children. I find that their energy and willingness to learn give me the energy and motivation to be the best teacher I can be. I am truly excited to teach at LOTIS and prepare your child for the future.

Hi, my name is Dannie. I graduated from Elon University with a double major in English Professional Writing & Rhetoric and Creative Writing. I have many years of teaching experience, both teaching elementary students in the Korean public school system and six-year-old students at LOTIS. I am a believer in interactive, hands-on learning, and I strive to incorporate engaging activities into my class that will help students learn while having fun. I truly care about my students and want to help them develop skills that will help them succeed in the future. I love teaching and am excited to continue to help students learn!