Course Leaders
New TEFL Teachers Development Course in Thailand

Jill Walker - Country Director - Thailand

Jill is the Country Director for GVI Thailand and is responsible for all GVI’s activities and personnel within the country. Jill has been living in Thailand for 4 years prior to joining GVI where she has been teaching English as a foreign language at a government high school and has completely fallen in love with the culture of Thailand and the vibrant colors and culture of Southeast Asia. Jill is fluent in Thai and enjoys connecting with the community. Jill has organized and led English camps, workshops for teachers and free English classes for rural students as well as salespeople, tour guides, and others who work in the tourist industry. Jill received her Bachelors degree in Environmental Education from the University of North Carolina and has just finished a Masters degree in Environmental Education with Nova Southeastern University. Jill is a qualified Emergency First Response Instructor and has more than 10 years experience teaching English language and ecology to people of all ages and walks of life in a number of formal and non formal settings. Jill is particularly interested in the possibility of integrating environmental education into English language learning and into everyday life.

Watchara “Jack” Sriprasert - Jack of all trades

Jack has spent the last 10 years working for Thailand’s Civil Protection Association, a national volunteer service focused on protecting the safety of people in Thailand. Jack is committed to the health and safety of the community and makes an effort to help others whenever possible. Over the years he has had experience as a Buddhist monk, soldier, musician, builder, and security guard. He comes to GVI as our “Jack of all trades”, assisting in driving, base maintenance and repair, as well as a community liaison. His ability to connect with people from all ages and background and his familiarity with the southern region and the language have helped create a smooth transition for the GVI expedition in Thailand.