So Young Pak
So Young has been working with Dream Canada International since 2003, and has the immense role of director since 2014! She is the glue that holds us all together, the bridge between Korea, as well as the hardest working, most faith-filled woman you will find. Her heart for the program is to see students have an amazing experience in Canada which will direct their eyes to Jesus.
Karen Dalziel
Karen is our host family coordinator! Her passion to support host homes in their endeavours to love and care for our international students comes from a place of immense experience as a host parent. Karen and her husband, Andrew, along with her two young boys, have housed more than 30 Dream Students since joining DCI!
Host families can expect to be supported in practical ways, as well as, in prayer during their time working with us.
Teachers
As a teacher in Dream Canada International, our desire is for our teachers to take on the role of not just educator, but also become an example of godliness their role as teacher. Being able to manage cultural differences, behavioural corrections, as well as lesson planning with Christ-like grace.
Lesley Lawson
Mrs. Lawson is our Advanced ESL class teacher! She has extensive experience teaching English as a second language, and has enjoyed the Dream School students as her most recent pupils! We feel very honored to have Mrs. Lawson teaching our students!
Jeongmo Heo
Daniel has been teaching math at DCI for over a year and enjoys spending time with our students! DCI students love tapping into his brilliant mind.
Nick Toews
Mr. Toews is the Intermediate ESL class teacher for Dream Canada! Though this is his first ESL teaching position, he has been a wonderful addition to the school staff! His calm and consistent demeanor is absolutely an asset for our students! In addition to teaching, Mr. Toews also serves in our weekly activities!
Cheyenne Spenst
Mrs. Spenst is our beginner ESL class teacher here at DCI! She is kind and dedicated to improving students English. Mrs. Spenst also has experience hosting students with her family, who warmly welcomes students into their home. You can also find her leading the Yearbook Club at DCI. We are very blessed to have Mrs. Spenst as a part of our team!
Janice Kim
Janice is our lead math teacher at DCI! She is smart and beautiful inside and out. We are so incredibly blessed to have Janice teaching and leading our students during math time!
Admin and Activity Staff
Our admin staff man our front desk in the office and keep our program running smoothly behind the scenes. During our program, we have two slots in the student’s weekly schedule where the students are able to try their hand at various activities! Our activity staff are committed to not only facilitating the activities for the students but also connecting with them, encouraging them to try new things, and build them up as they face fears and challenges!
Joyce Langton
Mrs. Langton is our lead activity coordinator - among a plethora of other responsibilities! Joyce competently transports our students and safely manages the execution of countless activities throughout the semester. She has been an invaluable asset to our team!
Brittany Neetz
Brittany is the face of the front desk throughout the week and one of our beloved activity staff. We are grateful for her energy, kindness, and enthusiasm in facilitating the students during their time in Canada!
