Gina Giamei teaches a wide variety of courses at CELOP, and she specializes in teaching beginning-level English language learners. She has a Bachelor of Science in Communication from State University of New York at Fredonia, a Master of Education from Lesley University, and a Graduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from Boston University. Her teaching career started in Japan in 1993. In 2003, she returned to the U.S. to study at Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Gina’s teaching philosophy is based on her professional training and experience, as well as current research in TESOL. She is committed to professional development and passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion. The effectiveness of teaching methods and techniques varies with each learner, so she is flexible in her teaching style and responsive to student needs. Since 2006, she has been helping students at CELOP achieve their goals.

Memberships and Activities

• TESOL International Association
• MATSOL (Massachusetts Association of Teachers of Speakers of Other Languages)
• Boston University Allies & Advocates Faculty & Staff Community Network
• Boston University Global Programs Book Club