Paula Johnson

Paula joined the international education team after a long and successful career in the private sector. Her skills and experience include supporting students from all over the world in adjusting to a new culture, sales and marketing, conflict resolution, negotiation, office management and career development. Her business career took her across North America, as well as to South America, Asia and Europe, where she formed partnerships with agents and colleges and met prospective students. Paula has a Bachelor’s degree in English and Portuguese literature and was certified as a teacher in her native Brazil. She loves international education for the benefits it brings to both the student and the host community, and she is excited to put her background to work in the public sector. In her spare time, Paula enjoys reading, travel and time with family.