I am an IB Spanish Language teacher and provide Spanish language acquisition classes.

Qualifications:
Before joining EIS, I worked at EAFIT University in Colombia.
B.Ed. in Spanish, English, and French from La Salle University.
Diploma in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language from the National University of Colombia.
CELTA certification.
I am proud of having faced my fears and of leaving my country, my family, and my comfort zone to keep growing as a professional and as a person. It hasn’t always been easy, but every challenge has made me stronger. I am also deeply proud of everything my husband and I have been building together—a life full of love, support, and shared dreams.

After a busy day, nothing makes me happier than spending time with my husband and our dog. We enjoy simple things: watching a good movie or TV series, going for a walk, or sharing something sweet (because dessert is always a must!). Those little rituals keep me balanced and remind me to celebrate everyday life.

To get up in the morning and go to school, I tell myself... I’ll be honest—I don’t love waking up early. But every morning, as soon as the alarm rings, I remind myself: “Wake up, today you get to do what you love.” That simple thought changes everything. The moment I arrive at school and see my students, I feel energized because teaching gives me purpose. It is a privilege to be part of their journey and to know that, in some way, I can inspire them to believe in themselves.
As a child, I dreamed of becoming a doctor because I wanted to help people. Over time, I realized that teaching is also a way of healing, guiding, and transforming lives. In the classroom, I found another powerful way to make a difference.

Every day, my students remind me that courage is about trying new things without fear, that authenticity is powerful, and that curiosity is a gift we should never lose. They teach me to see the world with wonder and to embrace life with honesty and joy.

The school of the future is not only about technology or innovation but about creating a community where empathy, creativity, and critical thinking are valued as much as knowledge. It is a place where students feel safe to be themselves, to ask questions, and to dream big. Most importantly, it is a place where they are not just taught but inspired to become the best version of themselves and to help shape a kinder, more meaningful world.

Nicole Hernández Plazas

Spanish Language Teacher

IB Spanish Language Teacher at EIS Nicole Hernández Plazas
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