About Maureen
Educator. Consultant. Designer of joyful learning.
Educator. Consultant. Designer of joyful learning.
I am a Latin and world language educator, AI Task Force Chair, and international consultant specializing in language pedagogy, AI literacy, assessment design, and curriculum development. My work centers on empowering educators with the tools and confidence they need to create engaging, equitable, and future-ready classrooms.
Professional Focus AreasÂ
Language Pedagogy
Communicative teaching, proficiency-based curriculum, Latin instruction, DEI-centered approaches.
Generative AI workflows, ethical use, custom GPT creation, AI-resilient assessment.
Workshops, conference presentations, coaching, and long-term partnerships with schools and districts.
Recognition
ISTE/ASCD GenerationAI Luminary (2025)
Google Champion of the Month (May 2025)
American Classical League Technology Chair (2020-2024)
Vice Chair, ACTFL Generative AI SIG (2024-2025)
ACL/SCS Excellence in Teaching Award (2022)
ACTFL/IALLT Technology in Teaching Award (2022)
CT Language Teacher of the Year (2016)
Teaching Fulbright (2009)
Frequent presenter for ACTFL, NECTFL, CT COLT, FLENJ, and more
Approach & Values
I believe learning should be joyful, inclusive, and human-centered and supported (not replaced) by powerful tools. My consulting style is warm, clear, and collaborative, grounded in strong pedagogical foundations and practical classroom experience.