# The people behind practical workplace communication Source: [HTML page]() Language: en Meet the program leaders, coordinators, and language specialists who turn each client’s goals into focused, responsive training. [Learn More](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/about/our-team#directory)[Get a Quote](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/request-a-quote) ![Ed Rosheim, CEO, Workplace Languages at Workplace Languages](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/EdRosheimCEO.jpg) Ed Rosheim CEO, Workplace Languages ![Riley Scott, Language Program Director · Workplace ESL Instructor at Workplace Languages](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/RileyScott_Headshot-web.jpg) Riley Scott Language Program Director · Workplace ESL Instructor ![Thiago Arellano, Language Program Director · Spanish & Portuguese Instructor at Workplace Languages](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/ThiagoArellano_Headshot.jpg) Thiago Arellano Language Program Director · Spanish & Portuguese Instructor ![Robin Nelson, Language Training Coordinator at Workplace Languages](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/RobinNelson_Headshot.jpg) Robin Nelson Language Training Coordinator 01 / 3 specialists ## Leadership & Program Direction Company leadership and program directors set the standard for every client engagement, from assessment and curriculum planning to consistent delivery across each language track. ![Ed Rosheim](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/EdRosheimCEO.jpg) CEO, Workplace Languages ### Ed Rosheim Founder and chief executive Ed Rosheim leads Workplace Languages across corporate training and international language services. Read bio ![Riley Scott](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/RileyScott_Headshot-web.jpg) Language Program Director · Workplace ESL Instructor ### Riley Scott Riley leads the coordinator team and assessment program while bringing more than seven years of adult ESL teaching experience. Read bio ![Thiago Arellano](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/ThiagoArellano_Headshot.jpg) Language Program Director · Spanish & Portuguese Instructor ### Thiago Arellano Thiago pairs international teaching experience with a broad view of multilingual program design and delivery. Read bio 02 / 4 specialists ## Program Coordination The coordination team manages programs end to end, connecting client goals with instructors, schedules, assessments, and the details that keep every course running smoothly. ![Robin Nelson](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/RobinNelson_Headshot.jpg) Language Training Coordinator ### Robin Nelson Robin brings 15 years of adult language education program and project management experience to complex client engagements. Read bio ![Glauco Ortolano](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/GlaucoOrtolano_Headshot.png) Language Training Coordinator · Portuguese Instructor ### Glauco Ortolano Glauco applies a career of international teaching and cross-institutional coordination to client programs and Portuguese classes. Read bio ![Cindy Hsia](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/CindyHsia_Headshot.png) Language Training Coordinator ### Cindy Hsia Cindy brings a customer-first mindset shaped by customer support, customer success, and team leadership. Read bio ![Liz Michog](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/LizMichog_Headshot.jpg) Language Training Coordinator · Workplace ESL Instructor ### Liz Michog Liz combines nearly two decades of ESL experience with close attention to program goals, logistics, and learner engagement. Read bio 03 / 21 specialists ## Language Specialists Our instructors combine deep language expertise with practical, student-centered teaching designed around each workplace, role, and communication goal. ![Carla Baranowski](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/CarlaBaranowski_Headshot.png) Workplace Spanish Instructor · Interpreter & Translator ### Carla Baranowski Carla brings more than 15 years of experience in language access, cross-cultural communication, and adult learning. Read bio ![Vanessa Rivera](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/VanessaRivera_Headshot.jpg) Workplace Spanish Instructor ### Vanessa Rivera Vanessa has 30 years of experience teaching Spanish and English to learners of all ages and abilities. Read bio ![Elizabeth Becerra](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/ElizabethBecerra_Headshot.png) Workplace Spanish Instructor ### Elizabeth Becerra Elizabeth brings nearly a decade of college-level teaching experience across every Spanish proficiency level. Read bio ![Laura Flores](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/LauraFlores_Headshot.jpg) Workplace Spanish Instructor ### Laura Flores Laura has taught Spanish at every level and is passionate about helping students build confidence in a new language. Read bio ![Rachael Wolf](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/RachaelWolf_Headshot2.png) Workplace English and Spanish Instructor ### Rachael Wolf Rachael brings more than 15 years of Spanish and ESL teaching experience, helping students build confidence through meaningful communication. Read bio ![Saul Flores Lopez](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/SaulFloresLopez_Headshot.jpeg) Workplace ESL Instructor ### Saul Flores Lopez Saul combines classroom experience with a data-driven, structured approach to inclusive language instruction. Read bio ![Laura Pheneger](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/LauraPheneger_Headshot.png) Workplace ESL Instructor ### Laura Pheneger Laura draws on more than 25 years in language teaching and firsthand experience living and working abroad. Read bio ![Eileen Washburn](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/EileenWashburn_Headshot.jpg) Workplace ESL Instructor ### Eileen Washburn Eileen brings nearly 20 years of classroom experience and a focus on functional, real-world communication. Read bio ![Allegra Vallina](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/AllegraVallina_Headshot.png) Workplace ESL Instructor ### Allegra Vallina Allegra combines a bilingual Miami upbringing, international teaching experience, and a communications background in student-centered ESL instruction. Read bio ![Gabrielle Agboola](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/GabrielleAgboola_Headshot.jpeg) Workplace ESL Instructor ### Gabrielle Agboola Gabrielle brings more than five years of adult ESL experience and a functional, vocational approach to workplace instruction. Read bio ![Sharon Carracio](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/SharonCaraccio_Headshot.PNG) Workplace ESL Instructor ### Sharon Carracio Sharon brings more than 25 years of education experience and a collaborative approach that helps reluctant speakers find their voice. Read bio ![Corisa Moreno](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/CorisaMoreno_Headshot.jpg) Workplace ESL Instructor ### Corisa Moreno Corisa draws on more than 25 years of English teaching experience and a creative background to build practical workplace communication skills. Read bio ![Eric Snyder](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/EricSnyder_Headshot.jpg) Workplace ESL Instructor ### Eric Snyder Eric specializes in hospitality English for luxury hotels and resorts, bringing a practical, multilingual perspective to workplace communication. Read bio ![Victoria Besada](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/MariaBesada_Headshot.jpg) Workplace English Instructor ### Victoria Besada Victoria brings more than 15 years of international adult education experience, with a focus on tailored business language training. Read bio ![Angelina Rivera](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/AngelinaRivera_Headshot.jpg) Workplace ESL Instructor ### Angelina Rivera Angelina brings nearly two decades of experience teaching learners from more than 80 countries, with a focus on real-world English and career goals. Read bio ![Wesley Gibbs](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/WesleyGibbs_Headshot.jpg) Workplace ESL Instructor ### Wesley Gibbs Wesley brings more than 20 years of English teaching experience across Asia and the United States, helping adults communicate with confidence at work. Read bio ![Curran Osenton](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/CurranOsenton_Headshot.jpeg) Workplace French Instructor ### Curran Osenton Curran has more than 10 years of experience in French instruction, curriculum development, and translation. Read bio ![Kristina Traylor](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/KristinaTraylor_Headshot.jpg) Workplace French Instructor ### Kristina Traylor Kristina brings more than 16 years of teaching experience and an international corporate training perspective. Read bio ![Lucie Desjardins](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/LucieDesjardins_Headshot.jpg) Workplace French Instructor ### Lucie Desjardins A native French speaker, Lucie has taught learners from refugee children to business executives across three continents. Read bio ![Morgane Nasi](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/MorganeNasi_Headshot.png) Workplace French Instructor ### Morgane Nasi Morgane brings more than 15 years of French teaching experience across adult, military, professional, and international settings. Read bio ![Clayton Phelps](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/ClaytonPhelps_Headshot.jpg) Workplace French Instructor ### Clayton Phelps Clayton brings a global, cross-cultural perspective shaped by language study and work across Argentina, the United Kingdom, and France. Read bio 04 / 3 specialists ## Teaching Support Teaching assistants reinforce the confidence, trust, and individual support that help learners make steady progress. ![Josue Flores Lopez](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/JosueFloresLopez_Headshot.jpg) Workplace ESL Teaching Assistant ### Josue Flores Lopez Josue brings a background in communication, coaching, and athlete development to learner support. Read bio ![Michael Rosheim](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/Michael-Rosheim.jpg) Administrative Assistant ### Michael Rosheim Michael combines a lifelong interest in language with hands-on coordination across client programs and training logistics. Read bio ![Sadie Johnson](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/Staff/Sadiejohnson_Headshot.jpg) Intern ### Sadie Johnson Sadie studies Spanish at the University of Northern Iowa and brings organizational, communication, and graphic design skills to the team. 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logo](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/logos/Wells-Logo.jpg) ![Westerlay Orchids logo](https://www.workplacelanguages.com/logos/WESTERLAY-ORCHIDS-LOGO.png) ## Questions About Our Team ### Who will we work with at Workplace Languages? Engagements can involve client-support coordinators, instructional design support, trainers matched to the language and audience, and specialists for services like voiceovers or multimedia projects. ### Do you have trainers for more than one workplace language? Yes. The team page highlights specialists across workplace English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese, alongside broader language-service capabilities across the company. ### Are these instructors focused on workplace communication? Yes. The team is positioned around practical, job-relevant communication, with experience spanning adult learners, frontline teams, supervisors, and business environments. ### Does the team page include service specialists as well as trainers? Yes. In addition to trainers and coordinators, the page also features specialists supporting areas like Spanish voiceover and multimedia production. ### Can Workplace Languages match the right specialist to our needs? Yes. The company can recommend the right combination of coordinators, trainers, and service specialists based on your workforce, language goals, and delivery format. ## Leadership & Program Direction ### Ed Rosheim CEO, Workplace Languages Ed Rosheim is the owner and chief executive officer of Workplace Languages. He leads the company across workplace language training, multilingual service delivery, and client strategy, with a long-standing focus on helping organizations close communication gaps in practical, business-ready ways. ### Riley Scott Language Program Director · Workplace ESL Instructor Riley is a Language Program Director at Workplace Languages, where she leads the team of Language Training Coordinators and oversees the assessment program. She also brings more than seven years of experience teaching English to adults, with specialties in English for Specific Purposes, pronunciation coaching, and second-language writing. Riley holds a master's degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and studied Spanish and International Relations at the University of Alabama. She has presented her research at national TESOL conferences and brings a program-wide view to client engagements, helping ensure consistency and quality across every language track. ### Thiago Arellano Language Program Director · Spanish & Portuguese Instructor Thiago is a Language Program Director at Workplace Languages, overseeing classes and supporting coordinators and instructors across the company's language training programs. He is also a trilingual workplace Spanish and Portuguese instructor who is fluent in English and French, has basic comprehension of Italian, and is ACTFL trained. Thiago has taught at institutions across Brazil, France, and the United States, including the Lauder Institute at the University of Pennsylvania and San Diego State University's ProjectGO program. He holds a Bachelor's in Letters from the University of São Paulo and a Master's in Liberal Arts from San Diego State University. ## Program Coordination ### Robin Nelson Language Training Coordinator Robin is a Language Training Coordinator at Workplace Languages with 15 years of experience as a program and project manager in adult language education, primarily in the military and government sectors. She holds a double major in Spanish and International Studies from Kenyon College and a Master's in Hispanic Studies from Auburn University. At Workplace Languages, Robin manages client language programs end to end, drawing on her deep experience coordinating complex, multi-stakeholder training programs. ### Glauco Ortolano Language Training Coordinator · Portuguese Instructor Glauco is a Language Training Coordinator and workplace Portuguese instructor at Workplace Languages. His career has taken him from teaching language and geopolitics to military personnel at the University of Montana to posts at the University of Oklahoma, the University of Nantes in France, and the Lauder Institute at the University of Pennsylvania. Glauco holds a Bachelor's and Master's from Brigham Young University and completed doctoral studies at the University of Texas at Austin. That international, cross-institutional experience shapes both the client accounts he manages and every Portuguese class he leads. ### Cindy Hsia Language Training Coordinator Cindy is a Language Training Coordinator at Workplace Languages with a background in customer support, customer success, and team leadership across e-commerce and SaaS environments. She specializes in clear communication, process improvement, and relationship building, and is passionate about creating positive experiences and helping people find solutions. Cindy brings a customer-first mindset and collaborative approach to managing client programs. ### Liz Michog Language Training Coordinator · Workplace ESL Instructor Liz is a Language Training Coordinator and workplace ESL instructor at Workplace Languages with nearly two decades of experience supporting multilingual learners across a wide range of ages and contexts. She holds a master's degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and a bachelor's degree in Spanish. Liz brings the same attention to detail to program coordination that she brings to the classroom, tailoring each program and lesson to the client's goals while keeping courses relevant, engaging, and running smoothly from start to finish. ## Language Specialists ### Carla Baranowski Workplace Spanish Instructor · Interpreter & Translator Carla is a bilingual Spanish-English interpreter, translator, and language educator at Workplace Languages with more than 15 years of experience in language access, cross-cultural communication, and adult learning. She has lived and studied in Mexico City, Texas, and Spain, and specializes in designing customized Spanish programs that strengthen workplace communication and cultural competence. Beyond corporate training, Carla provides professional interpretation and translation across medical, legal, educational, and community settings. ### Vanessa Rivera Workplace Spanish Instructor Vanessa is a workplace Spanish instructor at Workplace Languages with 30 years of experience teaching Spanish and English to learners of all ages and abilities. She holds a Bachelor's in Spanish, Communications, and Education from Michigan State University and a Master's in the Art of Teaching from Marygrove College. A heritage speaker raised in a Spanish-speaking household with roots in Puerto Rico, Vanessa is passionate about connecting people through language and culture and tailors every lesson to each client's goals and industry. ### Elizabeth Becerra Workplace Spanish Instructor Elizabeth is a workplace Spanish instructor based in San Diego, California, holding a bachelor's and master's degree in Spanish, with a minor in Portuguese, from San Diego State University. With nearly a decade of college-level teaching experience, she has guided students through every proficiency level, from introductory Spanish through courses for native speakers, as well as specialized conversational Spanish for adult learners. Elizabeth has also presented original research on student motivation in language learning at academic conferences and is a native speaker of Spanish and English with elementary Portuguese. ### Laura Flores Workplace Spanish Instructor Laura is a workplace Spanish instructor based in the San José, California area, holding a bachelor's degree in Spanish with a minor in Latin American Studies and a master's degree in Spanish, both from San José State University. She has taught Spanish across every level, from novice group classes through advanced conversation. A native speaker of both Spanish and English, she also brings reading proficiency in Italian. Laura has a genuine passion for helping her students build confidence in a new language. ### Rachael Wolf Workplace English and Spanish Instructor Rachael's love for languages began during an intensive language course in Spain, where she discovered the power of communicating across cultures. That experience led her to major in Spanish and continue studying and living abroad, and later to earn a master's degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from the University of San Francisco. With more than 15 years of experience teaching Spanish and ESL, Rachael has come to understand the importance of a comfortable, safe learning environment where students feel free to take risks. She believes that when students are calm and engaged, learning becomes enjoyable — with each success, confidence grows, and students are able to reach and surpass their goals. Meaningful communication is at the center of her teaching practice. ### Saul Flores Lopez Workplace ESL Instructor Saul is a workplace ESL instructor at Workplace Languages whose path into language education began teaching first-generation, Spanish-speaking first graders as a homeroom teacher. There he developed differentiated lesson plans that supported language acquisition and classroom confidence. He holds a Master of Science in Business Analytics and brings a data-driven, structured approach to lesson planning alongside his classroom experience. Saul is passionate about connecting with learners from all backgrounds and building inclusive, confidence-building learning environments. ### Laura Pheneger Workplace ESL Instructor Laura is a workplace ESL instructor from Northeast Ohio with a background in Media Communications and Spanish from Bethel University and a master's degree in Missions and Intercultural Studies with ESL certification from Wheaton College. Language teaching has been central to her life for more than 25 years, including time living and working abroad in Spain, Costa Rica, and Peru. Having experienced firsthand the challenges of learning a new language, Laura relates easily to her students and focuses on practical English they can use at work and in everyday conversations. ### Eileen Washburn Workplace ESL Instructor Eileen is a workplace ESL instructor at WPL with nearly 20 years of classroom experience, holding a Master's in Education from Xavier University. She has taught learners of all ages, from high school students to adult newcomers, with a focus on real-world communication and functional language use. Eileen brings a student-centered, engaging approach to every lesson, and is passionate about helping clients reach practical, customized language goals. ### Allegra Vallina Workplace ESL Instructor Allegra is a workplace ESL instructor at WPL who grew up in a bilingual, multicultural household in Miami, developing fluency in both English and Spanish. She holds a B.A. in English and a B.S. in Public Relations and Advertising, with a minor in Spanish, from the University of South Florida, and is pursuing an M.S. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) at Florida State University. A year teaching abroad in Spain sparked her passion for ESOL, and she brings her background in media and communications into engaging, student-centered instruction for WPL. ### Gabrielle Agboola Workplace ESL Instructor Gabrielle is a workplace ESL instructor based in the Cincinnati metropolitan area, holding a bachelor's degree in Geography from the University of Northern Colorado and a Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) from Southeast Missouri State University. She specializes in English for Specific Purposes (ESP), with an emphasis on functional and vocational instruction, using a communicative, content-based approach that treats language as a vehicle for personal growth and advocacy. With more than five years of experience working with adult English learners, Gabrielle is committed to creating a learning environment that values her students' diverse lived experiences. ### Sharon Carracio Workplace ESL Instructor Sharon is a workplace ESL instructor at Workplace Languages with more than 25 years of experience in education, including several years teaching English to adults and young learners from a wide range of cultural and language backgrounds. She has taught adult ESL in both classroom and online settings, helping students build reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills for personal and career goals. Sharon holds a bachelor's degree in teaching from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and a California teaching credential in Social Science with English. Having learned a second language as an adult herself, she builds rapport and a collaborative classroom where even reluctant speakers can find their voice. ### Corisa Moreno Workplace ESL Instructor Corisa is a workplace ESL instructor at Workplace Languages whose experience teaching English spans more than 25 years, from the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program to vocational and company-based ESL programs for adults. She focuses her lessons on workplace conversation and customer service, working with students from beginner through advanced levels. Corisa holds a bachelor’s degree in Spanish language and literature with a minor in Japanese from the University of Colorado Boulder, a Master of Fine Arts in creative writing from California College of the Arts, and a TESOL certificate. An artist based in Los Angeles, she draws on her creative background to build lessons that are engaging, relevant, and confidence-building. ### Eric Snyder Workplace ESL Instructor Eric is a workplace ESL instructor at Workplace Languages and a TESOL professor at the University of Miami, teaching adult learners at every level from beginner to advanced. He specializes in hospitality English for staff at luxury hotels and resorts, and he also coaches students in business English and exam preparation. Eric holds a master’s degree in education with a concentration in TESOL from George Mason University, a master’s degree in TEFL from the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya in Barcelona, and a bachelor’s degree in international relations from the University of Southern California. A former New York advertising studio manager who speaks French, Italian, and Spanish, he brings a practical, cross-cultural perspective to helping learners communicate with confidence at work. ### Victoria Besada Workplace English Instructor Victoria is a workplace English instructor at Workplace Languages with more than 15 years of international experience in adult education, including eight years specializing in business language training. She has designed and delivered tailored courses for managers and employees at organizations such as UBS, Zurich Cantonal Bank, and NewRe in Switzerland, as well as for senior managers at international companies in Uruguay. Victoria holds a master’s degree in social sciences from the University of Zurich, the Cambridge CELTA, and DELTA Modules 1 and 3. Fluent in English, Spanish, French, and German, she brings a multicultural perspective and a learner-centered approach focused on practical workplace communication. ### Angelina Rivera Workplace ESL Instructor Angelina is a workplace ESL instructor at Workplace Languages with nearly two decades of experience teaching English to learners from more than 80 countries. In addition to her work with WPL, she is an ESL professor at Orange County Community College in New York, where she prepares adult newcomers for college courses and careers. She coaches professionals online in pronunciation, job interviews, and career advancement. A longtime speaking assessor and interlocutor for the Cambridge FCE, CAE, and CPE examinations, Angelina holds a Master of Science in TESOL from SUNY Cortland, a bachelor’s degree in French from the University at Albany, and SIT TESOL and Business English certifications. She specializes in teaching English for practical, real-world communication. ### Wesley Gibbs Workplace ESL Instructor Wesley is a workplace ESL instructor at Workplace Languages with more than 20 years of experience teaching English across Asia and the United States. He has taught business English to employees at LG in Thailand, maritime English at Kasetsart University, and conversation and business English at a language academy in Seoul, and he taught in a university study-abroad program in Beijing. Since 2020, he has taught online ESL conversation classes to learners around the world, and he currently supports immigrant students as a multilingual teaching assistant with Jefferson County Public Schools. Wesley holds a bachelor’s degree in English literature and psychology from Indiana University and a TEFL certification. He focuses on the practical English adult learners need to communicate with confidence on the job. ### Curran Osenton Workplace French Instructor Curran is a workplace French instructor at Workplace Languages with more than 10 years of experience and an MA and MPhil in French from New York University. She has developed curricula for all levels of French instruction, with a particular focus on French heritage language learning. Curran is passionate about student-centered teaching and helping those with Francophone ties build on their linguistic skills and cultural identity. She has also provided translation services for nonprofits, educational institutions, and federal agencies. ### Kristina Traylor Workplace French Instructor Kristina is a workplace French instructor at Workplace Languages with more than 16 years of teaching experience and a truly international background, including graduate studies in Paris at the Sorbonne and doctoral coursework in Buenos Aires. She has taught learners of all ages, from kindergarten students to seasoned professionals, and previously worked as a corporate trainer and international liaison for Char-Broil. That corporate training background helps Kristina tailor every class to each client's specific communication needs. ### Lucie Desjardins Workplace French Instructor Lucie is a native French speaker from New Brunswick, Canada, and a workplace French instructor at Workplace Languages. She holds degrees in French Studies, Professional Writing, and Teaching French as a Second Language from Université de Moncton and Université Laval, as well as a master's degree in counseling psychology. Lucie has taught a wide range of learners, from refugee children in Canada to business executives across Europe and North America, and focuses on creating a comfortable, interactive environment where students feel at ease using the language. ### Morgane Nasi Workplace French Instructor Morgane is a workplace French instructor and a native speaker from France, holding master's degrees in Teaching French as a Foreign Language (with a minor in Linguistics) and French Literature from universities in Lyon and Bordeaux. She has more than 15 years of experience teaching French to adults, adolescents, military personnel, and professionals in classroom, international, and remote settings, and has prepared students for the DELF, DLPT, and Oral Proficiency Interview exams. Morgane uses a practical, interactive approach tailored to each learner's goals and professional context. ### Clayton Phelps Workplace French Instructor Clayton is a workplace French and Spanish instructor holding bachelor's degrees in French and Anthropology from the University of New Mexico and currently pursuing a master's degree in Education from the University of San Diego. He speaks French and Spanish, is TEFL certified, and has lived and worked in Argentina, the United Kingdom, and France, bringing a global, cross-cultural perspective to his teaching. Clayton enjoys adapting his lessons to fit different learning styles and diverse student backgrounds. ## Teaching Support ### Josue Flores Lopez Workplace ESL Teaching Assistant Josue is a workplace ESL Teaching Assistant at Workplace Languages with a background in communication and coaching and a Bachelor's in Political Science from Coe College. He also serves as a Varsity Assistant Soccer Coach, drawing on his experience as a former collegiate athlete to emphasize development, confidence, and trust-building—skills he brings directly into the classroom. Josue enjoys helping ESL students build language confidence and reach their goals. ### Michael Rosheim Administrative Assistant Michael is an Administrative Assistant at WPL, born and raised in St. Paul, Minnesota, with a lifelong interest in language and how it's used to convey thoughts and ideas. He holds a Bachelor's degree in English Literature with a minor in History from the University of Wisconsin–River Falls, and is currently pursuing a Master's in Library Science at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee. ### Sadie Johnson Intern Sadie is a Workplace Languages intern from Algona, Iowa, currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish at the University of Northern Iowa, where she has made the Dean's List and studied abroad in Oviedo, Spain. She brings strong organizational and communication skills to her work with clients and peers, along with experience in graphic design. Fluent in English and conversational in Spanish, Sadie is excited to keep growing her language skills while contributing to the Workplace Languages team.