Saleh is a dedicated educator and community advocate from Zanzibar. He has served as a secondary school teacher for 20+ years, specializing in Geography and Mathematics. Saleh is working part-time as a program assistant with TeachUNITED on the Elimu Soko project.

Prior to TeachUNITED, Armando José Bello Guzmán worked as an English teacher and a publisher and designer. He studied at the Trinidad Educational Center and Latin University of Costa Rica with degrees in Secondary Education and English. Armando brings his experience to support our team on critical projects, accounting and administration, coaching support, and data collection.

With over 25 years of experience as a CFO and entrepreneur of multiple companies, Brian joins TeachUNITED as CFO. Brian brings a diverse background in accounting, finance, and management to successfully develop and grow client financial infrastructure.

Brian looks forward to building financial strategies to serve the long term growth of TeachUNITED. Brian is passionate about social impact and has served on the boards of social enterprises in the past working to reduce inequality.

Molly Hoehn brings more than 20 years of experience in education to her role at TeachUNITED, running the gamut from classroom teacher to COO of a company, Mawi Learning, that provides social and emotional learning to students and educators around the world, to managing a diverse product offering as Senior Director of Content and Curriculum at ACT.

While her experience is varied, the thread that connects them all is constant: a passionate belief in providing equitable opportunities for all learners to achieve their full potential.

Amanda brings 20 years of experience working in education, social enterprise and finance. From working in impact evaluation at UC Berkeley to supporting organizational expansion for a variety of nonprofits, Amanda has found her niche in scaling impactful programs. Most recently she helped Educate! scale across East Africa by building out the fundraising and communications teams as well as defining culture and organizational systems. A learner at heart with an insatiable curiosity, Amanda’s personal mission is to bring out the best in others and ensure everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

A passionate educator with 19 years of experience as a teacher, administrator, and project manager, the last of which was at the Norwegian Refugee Council, Jackline supported the Accelerated Education program for Out-of-school over-age children and provision of Psycho-social support as an Education Officer.

Many years of teaching have exposed Jackline to the challenges teachers face and equipped her with an understanding of teaching practices, the driving force behind her palpable passion to support teachers,
enhancement of learning outcomes, and creation of an environment where children can fulfill their potential.

Jackline is a firm believer of Mahatma Gandhi’s quote, “The teacher is a true textbook for the pupil.” As a young girl, it was the support she received that saw her through school and this has made her be exceptionally passionate about the education of girls, who because of their vulnerability are likely to drop out of school; much of her reason for undertaking Master of Arts in Gender and Development.

Jackline also holds a bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences from the University of Nairobi, a Certificate in Advanced studies in Education in Emergencies from the University of Geneva, and a Certificate in Psychosocial support in Education in Emergencies from the University of Tromso. 

Yohns Williams Solís Delgado has seventeen years of teaching experience in Costa Rica and more than six years as a trainer and educational director for TeachUNITED. He has a bachelor’s degree in mathematics education and a professional master’s degree in educational administration. Yohns is passionate about technology and innovation in education and inspires other teachers to try new approaches, to engage and excite students, and to build good instructional practices in the classroom.

Jason Taylor is the Principal of Platte Valley Middle School in Kersey, CO – a position that he has held for the past 8 years. With a passion for educational leadership and coaching, Mr. Taylor believes that the development of a strong, positive school culture is the key to success for administrators, teachers, and students. His work within the school, as well as his service on various professional committees, have led to a diverse set of experiences that allow him to connect with educators from every background.

Modesta Wiley has been teaching in rural Tanzania for almost ten years. Modesta participated in the TeachUNITED coaching program at Bashay Primary School and was voted 2017 TU Teacher of the Year. She is experienced in teaching both primary and secondary education and has been working as a Second Head teacher for several years. Modesta is passionate about teaching, and helping other teachers grow and refine their skills.

Maria Gelly Yolanda Caballero Alonzo has more than 14 years as a teacher and more than 4 years holding the position of Technical Pedagogical Advisor at the Ministry of Public Education in Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico.

Gelly, with more than 18 years of experience, has worked on several valuable projects, including the design and delivery of workshops and courses. She has completed various diploma courses focused on education, with the aim of strengthening teacher training to provide support to various educational communities. Her experience and commitment have allowed her the personal satisfaction of contributing to the academic and professional growth of the children and teachers with whom she has collaborated with in her professional career.

Gelly graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Preschool Education from the Escuela Normal de Educación Preescolar and a Master’s degree in Educational Administration from the Universidad Hispano de Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico.

Andrea Beson has more than 15 years of management experience across multiple organizations. After spending 13 years in the medical field, Andrea transitioned into the education industry supporting Social Emotional Learning curriculum and assessments at Mawi Learning and ACT.

Andrea’s previous roles included Office Manager, Inside Sales, Lead SEL Solutions Specialist, SEL Implementation Manager, and Product Delivery Program Manager. Andrea loves to be a support to her teammates and is eager to continue to learn more about the industry to better support the customers we serve.

Rebecca brings nearly a decade of educational operations experience to TeachUNITED and graduated with a degree in Business from Texas Tech University. Previously the registrar and secretary at a hybrid K-12 school, Rebecca has seen first-hand the powerful impact access to quality education has on students. She is dedicated to providing the support and enthusiasm to TU’s mission and team to grow and transform education for students around the world.

Dr. Issaya Ipyana Kasyupa is a seasoned professional dedicated to transforming lives through education. Certified in life and literacy skills training, and serving as an Instructional Coach and STEM coach, Dr. Kasyupa blends education expertise with a passion for empowering individuals and communities.

His impact in the education sector extends to organizing innovation workshops for the Ministry of Education in Tanzania and collaborating with prestigious institutions such as the Next Einstein Forum, African Institute of Mathematics, and African Mathematics Initiative. Dr. Kasyupa’s versatility shines through his leadership in both national and international science and technology workshops.

Having served as the Regional Coordinator for the UNESCO Associated Schools Project Network at the UNESCO National Commission of Tanzania, Dr. Kasyupa possesses exceptional program management skills, further affirming his commitment to education and development.

As a NEF Ambassador and PhET Fellow for Tanzania, Dr. Kasyupa’s achievements underscore his dedication to advancing education and fostering positive change. His wealth of experience positions him as a valuable asset to any team or organization striving to elevate education standards and enhance the quality of life for individuals and communities

Anastazia’s long-term goal is to see girls, children, and women educated, empowered, and living free from poverty, abuse, and exploitations. As a young woman, she hopes to impact a number of people through her work and initiatives. Her all-time worry was failure to have access to education, without that, as a girl she would have only one option of marriage, kids, and becoming a family caregiver. Hence, she grew passionate for involving herself in community development issues that focus on women, girls, and children. She hopes to create a world where girls attend school, pursue a career, and become a wife when they are ready.

Miss Anastazia has developed a mainstreaming spirit and approach as a people management practitioner, community developer, mentor, and trainer. Being energetic and active, she has always been at the front row in community development, youth engagement, and women empowerment. She prioritizes development by poverty alleviation through education, literacy, and technology. With more than 6 years working experience, Anastazia has worked on several valuable projects including WEGCC in its programs on women empowerment, youth education, unemployment and food security in the community. She also worked with Jifundishe where she addressed education matters by initiating and implementing corrective action to ensure excellent service is highly maintained. She is passionate about education since it has transformed the lives of many, herself included. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Insurance and Risk Management from Institute of Finance Management. She is a Young African Leaders Initiatives Alumni, World Literacy Foundation Ambassador, and an ACUMEN Fellow.

Cotty Lissete Trujillo Sosa is a pre-school and higher-education teacher with the Ministry of Education of Mérida Yucatán, Mexico. 

With more than 18 years of experience, Cotty has worked on several valuable projects, including the design and delivery of courses, workshops, and diploma courses. She is also constantly updating and innovating her practices. Her experience and commitment to ensuring quality education has allowed her to be recognized as an agent of change in her community.

Cotty graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Preschool Education from the Normal School of Preschool Education and as a teacher in Psychology and Vocational Guidance in the Higher Normal School in Mérida Yucatán, Mexico.

With more than 10 years in education, as a classroom teacher, social emotional program manager, and postsecondary leadership trainer, Alea is passionate about serving students and educators. Alea is a current PhD candidate in Educational Policy Studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago, focused on policy implementation.

In her work with education programs, Alea centers a cycle of continuous improvement that makes sure we are constantly looking for new ways to support students. Without question, Alea knows the power of education to change the world, both for any individual student and for our global future.

Mikel Webb has a background in primary and secondary education and joined the TeachUNITED team to have a greater impact on the schools in his home community. Mikel is passionate about engaging with school leaders, teachers, and students to support personalized learning in rural schools. In addition to several years as a teacher, Mikel has also worked in customer support for some of Costa Rica’s largest technical companies.

Ebenezer also joins the team as a part-time program assistant working on the Elimu Soko project. He has experience in coaching and training other adults, particularly with virtual or digital learning sessions and concepts.