Education is a never-ending process, that is why I believe in the importance of professional development. I believe that the best way to acquire more knowledge, skills, and innovative ways of teaching is to be involved in the world of World Languages.  

Being a member of ACTFL ( American Council On The Teaching of Foreign Languages) allowed me to access  the latest information, resources, and  research  about teaching Spanish. Through this organization, I acquire more insight about every step that involve Spanish  teaching at all proficiency level.  I also attend webinars that help me grow personally and professionally in the field. 

I am also a member of the AATSP ( The American Association of Teachers of Spanish & Portuguese)  as ACTFL, this Association offers educational webinars and give me access to Hispania, long and short articles on applied linguistics, cultural studies, culture, film, language, linguistics, literary criticism, literature and language pedagogy.  

I also attend  local conferences as  FLANC ( Foreign Language Association of North Carolina) where I explore the best teaching practices from other teachers in the field.