Courtney Bailey, Ph.D. (c), is a dynamic and multifaceted expert in language education, serving as an International Teacher Trainer, Lecturer, and Instructional Designer at the University of South Carolina. She holds significant leadership roles within the field, currently acting as the Intensive English Programs Coordinator for NAFSA: Association of International Educators and having previously served as a Director of Foreign Languages and Immersion Programs. Her extensive career includes teaching English in Turkey at institutions like Yaşar Üniversitesi and teaching Spanish in the U.S., showcasing her deep cross-cultural and multilingual expertise.

Courtney’s practical work is backed by a robust academic foundation; she is a Ph.D. candidate in English Language Learning and holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) with a concentration in Curriculum and Instruction for English speakers of other languages. Her dedication to global education is exemplified by her current service as a U.S. Peace Corps Virtual Services Participant, where she collaborates directly with the Ministry of Education in Guatemala to strengthen English instruction. As an active member of premier organizations such as TESOL International, NAFSA, and the American Association for Applied Linguistics, Courtney is a deeply engaged and respected leader in the international education community.