Chelsea La Near is an experienced educator and curriculum developer with a robust background in French language instruction and journalism. Currently serving as a French and Journalism Teacher at Springdale Public Schools, Chelsea has successfully launched innovative grading systems and developed engaging curricula that replace traditional textbooks with real-world resources. Previous roles include content writing and SEO specialization at Parlay Vacay: Language Vacations, program management at Victoria University, and teaching positions at Chinju National University of Education in South Korea. Chelsea holds a Bachelor’s Degree in French and European Studies, an English minor, and a Master’s Degree in Teaching from the University of Arkansas, complemented by a student exchange program at Le Mans Université.