Meet our new AIELOC Fellows!

 

Ronnvey C. Price, EdD is an experienced educator and Wing Chun martial arts coach with two master’s degrees in education from Moreland University (Special Education) and Concordia University Chicago. He also holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Concordia University Portland. A lifelong learner, Ronnvey is currently working on a Project Based Learning Certification from the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education.

With over 20 years of experience in urban and international education, Ronnvey has held various leadership roles in schools around the world. These include PTA & New Teachers coordinator, Head of the English Department, Principal of a training center, and Vice Head of an international school (interim). He is also working towards becoming a licensed drone instructor for middle and high school students.

Ronnvey is a skilled instructional leader with expertise in national, international, and collegiate education. His educational philosophy is rooted in equity and culturally responsive teaching and leadership.

Kanako Suwa (she/her) is a queer Japanese Third Culture Kid who returned to international education as an EAL teacher. She is a fierce advocate for multilingualism, mental health awareness, and queer & Asian representation in the international school community. Kanako’s motto as an educator is “be the person you needed when you were younger”, and she uses her experiences of global upbringing, a late introduction to multilingualism, and growing up in a conservative Asian household to understand and connect with students at international schools. She has facilitated workshops on translanguaging, co-teaching for multilingual learner success, and expanding TCK support systems at international schools at various conferences, and is the creator of Don’t Ask Me Where I’m From – Teaching Third Culture Kids on EduSpark. She is a graduate of Boston University and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Bilingual Education from the School of Education, as well as a Masters in Education in International Education from Endicott College. She is currently living in Chiang Mai, Thailand working as the EAL Coordinator, Learning Support Specialist, Student Council Advisor, and the GSA Advisor.

Fellowship

The Association of International Educators and Leaders of Color (AIELOC) is devoted to amplifying the work of international educators and leaders of color with a focus on advocacy, learning, and research.

Our vision is a global community where

  • All of our members are supported in order to develop and reach their full potential
  • Principles of diversity, inclusion, and equity are highly valued and embedded in all international education organizations

We are looking to provide fellowships for educators each year. The fellowship responsibilities will include:

  1. Research and Writing. Fellows would have the opportunity to conduct, analyze, and write reports highlighting educators and leaders of color globally.
  2. Leadership.AIELOC organizes and participates in online forums and will start organizing institutes. A fellow would collaborate with the team to develop innovative programs and materials and contribute to professional learning opportunities.
  3. Personal Project.We will work with fellows on creating a new resource for the international education community.

AIELOC seeks two resourceful, intelligent, detail-oriented, hard-working educators who are capable of excelling in an intellectually stimulating work environment.  Research experience is desired, strong writing skills a must, and Internet experience greatly welcome. The time commitment is 3-5 hours virtually a week for this one-year volunteer fellowship.You must be a member of AIELOC. To join us visit https://aieloc.org/membership/

To apply please send a resume and a two minute video introducing yourself and why you are interested in this fellowship to AIELOC2019@gmail.com. Select candidates will be interviewed.