GWATFL OLA Fairfax County Leader
GWATFL OLA Fairfax County Leader
Biography
Carmen Reyes is a Spanish educator, presenter, author, and teacher trainer at The Langley School in McLean, Virginia, where she serves as a Spanish teacher and World Languages Department Chair. Previously, she taught Spanish in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) and served as a FLES Pyramid Leader. Carmen holds a Master’s degree in Teaching and Learning of the Spanish Language and its Culture from Universidad de Granada and is the author of Alba y Gael Inicial. She has presented at national and regional conferences, including ACTFL, AATSP, FLAVA, SCOLT, and GWATFL, and regularly provides professional development for world language educators. A GWATFL MAP Leader since 2024, Carmen was named the 2026 GWATFL Teacher of the Year.
Contact
Email • carmlaura123@gmail.com
Instagram • profe_carmenreyes
Carmen Reyes
I joined the Member Action Program (MAP) because I strongly believe in fostering collaboration, support, and encouragement among world languages teachers. I
recognize the immense value in working together to share resources, strategies, and experiences, ultimately enhancing our ability to serve our students and communities more effectively. By participating in MAP, I am dedicated to contributing to a supportive network where educators can exchange ideas, provide assistance, and inspire one another to continually improve our teaching
practices. Together, we can make a profound impact on the education of our students and promote cultural understanding in our increasingly interconnected
world.
My motto:
Explorar nuevos idiomas y culturas enriquece nuestra vida y nos conecta con el mundo de una manera única.