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Mary F.

Thailand
Hometown: Arlington, Virginia

Mary Frias is an American currently teaching abroad in Khon Kaen, Thailand. Mary was a first grade teacher in Charlotte, North Carolina before shocking absolutely no one and moving all the way across the world to live in Thailand. Now, Mary teaches 12 year olds in an International Program at the second largest high school in Khon Kaen. Before Thailand Mary had experiences living abroad in Costa Rica and Spain. Mary has a passion for teaching children, learning other cultures, and trying to pet every street dog she meets in Thailand.

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Advice for New CIEE Teaching in Thailand Teachers

By Mary F.

Teaching in Thailand for a year has been one of the best decisions of my life. I have grown professionally as a teacher and personally as a global citizen. It... keep reading

Loy Krathong in Sukhothai

By Mary F.

One of the best parts about teaching and living in a different country is the ability to travel around that country and explore many new places. During the year that... keep reading

The Best and Worst Parts of Teaching in Thailand

By Mary F.

Teaching abroad has been the most challenging, yet rewarding, experiences in my whole life. Uprooting my entire life and moving from Charlotte, North Carolina to Khon Kaen, Thailand has completely... keep reading

Tips and Tricks for Surviving Your First Month Teaching Abroad

By Mary F.

Before moving to Thailand I was filled with jitters. I was mostly excited for this new adventure but a little bit nervous. Would I have friends? Would the job be... keep reading

What I Wish I Knew Before Moving Across the World

By Mary F.

I have been living in Khon Kaen, Thailand for 4 months now and I can definitely say there are some things I wish I knew before moving all the way... keep reading

A Day in the Life

By Mary F.

6:45 Alarm goes off. Cutting it close seeing as I have to be at school at 7:30 AM but living across the street from work has its perks. I jump... keep reading

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