Episode 75: Giovanni Espinal - MA TESOL, Teaching in Qatar and Saudi Arabia

In this episode, meet Giovanni Espinal, a UCF alumnus with an MA in TESOL who graduated in 2008. Hear him share his journey from teaching English in Colombia to working at Al Faisal University in Saudi Arabia. In our conversation, he highlights the importance of face-to-face certifications like CELTA and the MA in TESOL for international teaching opportunities. Giovanni discussed his experiences in Qatar and Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the respectful environment, work-life balance, and cultural adaptations. He also shares what it is like to move abroad with a family and gives us some advice for aspiring TESOL teachers.