FORA.tv Speaker - Maria Hersey

Maria Hersey is currently serving as Program Specialist for the International Baccalaureate (IB). She previously served as the Primary Years Programme (PYP) regional manager for the IB. Ms. Hersey's prior educational experience includes that as PYP coordinator, and assistant principal at Westward Elementary IB Magnet School. In addition, she has worked as an elementary curriculum coordinator and classroom teacher and has served as an IB workshop leader and site visitor. Maria holds a specialist degree in educational leadership from Florida Atlantic University, Florida, USA, and a bachelor of arts and a master of arts in education from the University of Florida. She is currently pursuing a doctorate in education with a focus in international education.