From First-Year Student To Future TESL Educator: A Fresh Perspective - With TESL Student Erika San Roman

In this episode of Talking TESL , we sit down with Erika San Roman, a first-year TESL student with a fascinating journey that began in Uruguay and led her to Montreal. Erika shares her inspiring experiences in education, offering a unique perspective shaped by her multicultural and multilingual background. Despite facing challenges with dyslexia and autism, she remains determined and passionate about her aspirations as a teacher. Join us as we explore the intricacies of Erika's journey and the valuable insights she brings to the field of Teaching English as a Second Language. In our conversation, Erika provides a candid glimpse into her early years, discussing the impact of her family's move to Montreal, as well as her learning disabilities, and how they influenced her path in education. Erika's reflections on her first year in the TESL program at Concordia University offer a valuable perspective for both aspiring educators and seasoned professionals. She delves into the transition from CEGEP to University and the aspects of the TESL program that surprised her the most.