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Claudia M.

Thailand
Hometown: Columbus, OH

I am a Columbus, Ohio native with the closet full of Buckeye apparel to prove it. I graduated from THE Ohio State University with a BS in Human Ecology followed by a Masters degree in Early Childhood Education.  I then moved to Charlotte, North Carolina where I taught Kindergarten and First Grade. Inspired to teach abroad by a vacation to the Land of Smiles I am now living and , sometimes, thriving in Khon Kaen, Thailand. I teach 7th grade and spend my days celebrating the small wins of daily life abroad. 

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Comparison of Thai and American Classrooms

By Claudia M.

I am a licensed teacher in America and taught Kindergarten and 1st grade in a Title One school in Charlotte, North Carolina. I care deeply about my profession and am... keep reading

My Expectations vs. Reality in Thailand

By Claudia M.

Expectations are normal and unavoidable. While, I tried my best to not have any going into this experience I did and have needed to recognize what they were and are... keep reading

How CIEE Helped Me Prepare For Thailand

By Claudia M.

In April 2017 I took a vacation to Thailand on an Instagram inspired whim. While in Thailand I met many people who were teaching both in Thailand and South Korea... keep reading

How to Order the Best Street Food in Thailand

By Claudia M.

Ahan tee Muang Thai arroy maak maak!!! Food in Thailand is delicious. Dangerously delicious. A “how many meals a day is socially acceptable” level of delicious. One of my favorite... keep reading

Introduction to Public Transportation in Thailand

By Claudia M.

I never used public transportation in America. Ever. I’m also a terrible driver. My apologies to everyone in America, I probably should have been using public transportation. I knew I... keep reading

Learning Thai While Teaching Abroad in Thailand: A Little Bit Goes A Long Way

By Claudia M.

If we’re being honest, I had no intention of learning Thai. Before moving to Thailand I had come here for a 10 day vacation and managed to eat, navigate, and... keep reading

The Thailand Visa Process: Practicing Deep Breathing

By Claudia M.

I applied to teach in Thailand over a year before my actual departure date. Because of this I expected to feel no rush or stress going through the placement, visa... keep reading

A Typical Work Day in Thailand

By Claudia M.

Good morning from Khon Kaen, Thailand! The sun is shining and the roosters and dogs are letting me know it is time to start the day, let's grab a Honey... keep reading

Kaennakhonwittayalai : Say It Five Times Fast

By Claudia M.

Welcome to Khaenakhonwitthayalai School! I have been here for eight weeks which means I can spell the school name about 50% of the time and pronounce it about 75% of... keep reading

Teach Abroad in Thailand: The Time is Now

By Claudia M.

I’m a millennial through and through. Avocado toast and acai bowls are my love language. Paying $30 for a spinning class? Sounds reasonable to me, let me grab my shoes... keep reading

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