Join us! The IX Teacher Development Day by Caltabiano Idiomas will be an afternoon full of inspiration, learning, and networking! The event will take place at Faculdade Phorte on March 22,  from 14:00 to 18. The event is free of charge, but we will ask participants to contribute to a great cause: please take 1 kg of non-perishable items such as rice, beans, coffee, or powdered milk for donation. Items will be donated to http://www.cruzverde.org.br/

Agenda

14h00: Registration & Opening

14h15: Intentional Teaching for Young Learners: Hands-On Strategies

              Miriam Oliveira (Workshop)             

15h00: Give me a Reason (Purpose)! 

             Marcel Young (Talk) 

15h30: From Test-Taker to Language-Shaper: C1 and C2 Prep for Lasting Language Improvement 

             Higor Cavalcante (Talk)

16h00-16h30: Coffee Break

16h30 : How exam preparation shapes language teaching & learning. 

             Alberto Costa, Erick Bandwendl and Fabiana Crispim (roundtable) 

17h15: Protagonismo Feminino: superando o Fenômeno da Impostora

             Bruna Caltabiano & Chris Riego (Palestra)

17h45: Closing & Raffle

Confirmed Speakers:

Alberto Costa is a Senior Assessment Services Manager and has been working for Cambridge University Press & Assessment for nine years. With a solid English language teaching background, Alberto has worked as a teacher, teacher trainer and academic consultant for 30 years, having also worked as a course tutor for the teaching qualifications CELTA and DELTA. He holds the Cambridge RSA Diploma for Overseas Teachers of English (DOTE) and has a specialization in teacher training (PRINSELT) from the College of St. Mark & St. John in Plymouth, UK. 

Bruna Caltabiano é cofundadora e Diretora Acadêmica da Caltabiano Idiomas. Graduada em Psicologia pela Universidade Mackenzie, possui certificações da Universidade de Cambridge que atestam sua proficiência no idioma inglês (CPE) e expertise em didática e metodologia de ensino (DELTA). Além disso, Bruna atua como tutora no curso Cambridge CELTA para formação de professores. 

Christina Riego é Gestora Educacional com mais de 15 anos de experiência, especializada na gestão acadêmica, comercial e operacional de unidades de ensino. Atualmente, é Diretora de Engajamento na Alumia Educacional, responsável pela estratégia comercial de portfolios EAD de insituições como Singularidades, ESPM, Trevisan, entre outros. Possui MBA em Gestão Educacional, Pós-Graduação em Gestão Comercial e Vendas, Mestrado pela USP e formação complementar na área de Mentoring. Atua como Mentora voluntária no Programa “Nós por Elas”, do IVG, que tem o propósito de contribuir para o desenvolvimento de mulheres que buscam transformação e protagonismo em suas vidas profissionais e pessoais.            

Erick has extensive experience teaching students of all ages and proficiency levels. Specializing in IELTS and Cambridge exam preparation, teacher training, and bilingual education, he brings a wealth of expertise to the classroom. He holds a degree in Modern Languages (Portuguese/English), Education (Pedagogy), and a postgraduate degree in Bi/Multilingual Practices. His certifications include CPE, CELTA, ICELT, and DELTA (Modules 1 and 2). 

Fabiana Crispim is an English teacher with over seven years of experience. She holds a degree in Business Administration, a CELTA certification, and is a Speaking Examiner. She is constantly aiming for the next level in her career. 

Higor Cavalcante is a CELTA tutor, author, and teacher trainer with 25 years of experience in English Language Teaching (ELT). His professional interests center on language development and the promotion of Extensive Reading, both in and outside the classroom. In addition to his work in ELT, Higor is a proud father to Nicole. 

Marcel Young has over 16 years of experience teaching English from A1 to C2 levels. He holds a Cambridge C2 Proficiency Certificate, CELTA, and ICELT. Additionally, he is a speaking examiner and a content creator for social media. 

Miriam Oliveira holds degrees in Language and Pedagogy and has seven years of international experience living in the U.S. She has been an English teacher since 2009, working with kids, teens, and adults. However, over the past seven years, she has focused on teaching young learners, which deepened her passion for early childhood education. This experience led her to explore innovative methodologies and engaging tools to make learning more dynamic and enjoyable. Miriam is also a dedicated teacher trainer, delivering inspiring workshops that equip educators with creative and effective strategies. Through her slogan, ENGLISH WITH JOY, she encourages teachers to bring fun, interactive activities into their classrooms, fostering a joyful and meaningful learning experience for children.