Online VESL Instructors

Instructors

Christina Sapp

Certificate: TESOL (Teaching English as a Second Language)
Degree: M.S. in Early Childhood Education, M.S. in Higher Education with major in Integrative Studies

I have been an educator for over twenty years. In my professional role I have taught all levels of students from elementary school through college. Currently I work with students at the secondary level as well as college level.

Daniel Hummel

Certificate: TEFL (American Teaching English as a Second Language)
Degree: B.A. International Relations,  MPA Public Management, Ph.D. Public Administration

I have been an educator for more than 19 years. After receiving my TEFL certificate from San Diego State University, I taught ESL for 3 years in Indonesia. After I returned to the United States, I continued to teach ESL part-time with different community colleges and private companies in-person and online. I have taught with Columbia College since August 2024.

Jessica Caplice

Certificate: 120-hour TEFL Certificate
Degree: M.A. in TESOL, B.A. in English Communications

I have been an English language instructor for adult learners since 2013. I have taught all levels of English to students of numerous backgrounds. I have taught in-person and online classes since 2020. I am currently teaching virtual vocational English lessons to help learners prepare for jobs and daily life in the United States.

Dr. Manohari (Mano) Rasagam

Certificate: TESOL (Teaching English as a Second Language)
Degree: Ph.D. and M.A. in English Literature, B.A. in Arts, Diploma in Language

Dr. Manohari Rasagam is a dedicated TESOL Instructor at Columbia College, bringing over 25 years of teaching experience in English as a Second Language (ESL) and English literature. Before joining Columbia College, Dr. Rasagam served as an ESL Instructor at Mentora College/Bay Atlantic University in Washington, D.C. Her teaching approach integrates communicative English teaching, task-based learning, content-based instruction, and communicative language teaching methodologies, ensuring an engaging and effective learning experience for students.

Shamima Nasreen

Certificate: TESOL (Teaching English as a Second Language)
Degree: M.A. in Professional Studies in Education.

Shamima is known for her approachable demeanor; she excels at making complex texts accessible and fostering a love for reading and critical thinking among his students.

Tracey Stinger

Certificate: TESOL (Teaching English as a Second Language)
Degree: B.A. in Mass Communications, A.S. in Social Sciences

A professional with over 15 years of teaching experience in the areas of English, Language Arts, and TESOL. I have an exceptional background in instructing meaningful and effective coursework that engages students and expedites learning. Also, I have extraordinary communication skills, specializing in diverse populations and individuals of all ages.

Tahera Khavari

Degree: M.A. in Teaching English as a Foreign Language.

Tahera specializes in teaching English as a second language, focusing on creating an inclusive environment that supports diverse learners.