Expanding Bilingual & Multilingual Teachers in Georgia

Our grant team consists of highly experienced professionals dedicated to expanding bilingual and multilingual teacher pathways in Georgia.

Name
Position
  • Dr. Jayoung Choi Headshot

    Professor of TESOL

    jchoi44@kennesaw.edu
    (470) 578-2231
    BEB 434

    Principal Investigator (PI) and Project Director for this grant, brings extensive expertise in TESOL and Multilingual Literacies Education to lead this initiative at 黑料网. She oversees recruitment, training, and professional development initiatives for bi/multilingual teacher candidates (BTCs), including paraprofessionals, in-service teachers, and others. With a background in research on language, culture, and power, particularly for immigrant and bilingual learners, Dr. Choi ensures the project meets the needs of multilingual students in Georgia. Her experience managing large-scale grants, coordinating stakeholders, and directing TESOL programs supports the project鈥檚 effective implementation. A lifelong language learner proficient in Korean, Farsi, and English, Dr. Choi鈥檚 personal and professional dedication to bilingual and biliteracy education will be key in equipping educators to serve Georgia鈥檚 multilingual student population.

  • Dr. Tuba Angay-Crowder Headshot

    Program Manager & Postdoctoral Associate of TESOL

    tangaycr@kennesaw.edu
    (470) 578-6562
    BEB 435

    Project Manager & Co-Principal Investigator, leads professional development initiatives for BTCs in Pathway#1 (MAT TESOL program) and Pathway 2 (ESOL Endorsement Program), focusing on culturally sustaining pedagogies, multilingual family engagement, and dual language education She develops innovative curricula and mentors candidates, drawing on her extensive experience in teacher training to equip educators to meet the needs of Georgia鈥檚 multilingual students. Dr. Angay-Crowder also manages the project鈥檚 logistics, oversees communications, and fosters connections with educational professionals and community stakeholders to enhance the project鈥檚 impact. Additionally, she is responsible for disseminating project findings through publications and presentations. Her experience in grant management and her commitment to bi/multilingual education make her essential to advancing the project鈥檚 mission.

  • Dr. Zurisaray Espinosa Headshot

    Clinical Assistant Professor of TESOL

    zespinos@kennesaw.edu
    (470) 578-7854
    BEB 437

    Co-Principal Investigator, plays a vital role in the project, leveraging her expertise as a clinical assistant professor of TESOL and background in dual language education. She provides support for professional development initiatives and curriculum development, drawing on her experience with the Educator Preparation Curriculum Committee to design TESOL content aligned with best practices in dual language and culturally sustaining pedagogies. Additionally, she contributes to program activities by creating resources, gathering data, and supporting outreach and recruitment, drawing from her work on prior grants. Her experience in curriculum design, mentorship, and community engagement is essential to advancing the project鈥檚 goals and enhancing multilingual education practices in Georgia