About Us
NYC Global Center was established in 2024 by a team of excellent educators. From the beginning, it was clear that a large number of students needed to improve both their spoken and written, English-language skills. To meet this need, NYC made the transition from being a preparatory school to become an institute for English as a Second Language.
NYC Global Center is now located in a newly-renovated, facility in Chelsea, New York, offering a comprehensive program of communicative, English-language courses at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels to serve the needs of English language learners.
Find Your Place Here
NYC 글로벌 센터는 20년 이상의 교육 및 행정 경험을 갖춘 교육자들로 구성된 팀에 의해 2022년에 설립되었습니다. 처음부터 많은 학생들이 말하기와 쓰기, 영어 능력을 모두 향상 시켜야 한다는 것이 분명했습니다.
우리 강사진
We are staffed by educators from renowned academic institutions and have extensive expertise in professional language-related fields. They create the perfect learning atmosphere by bringing the successful teaching strategies and educational values, supporting students' language and personal growth.
Global ESL Educator
Kat Christensen
Kat hails from Clifton Park, a historic gem nestled between Albany, the capital of New York, and Saratoga Springs, famous for its horse racing and Revolutionary War history. With a Bachelor’s degree in Asian Studies and History and TESL/TESOL certifications, she’s traveled to 14 countries and lived in Taiwan for five years, where she taught ESL and history while picking up Mandarin Chinese (and a bit of German from her family!).
Passionate about blending history, culture, and technology in the classroom, Kat loves creating engaging learning experiences. She knows firsthand the challenges of living in a country with a new language and finds joy in helping students navigate English and U.S. culture. When she’s not teaching, you might find her playing strategic board games or swapping fascinating cultural stories with her students—because in her classroom, everyone learns from each other!
Global ESL Educator
Belleza Sahir
A native New Yorker from Queens, Belleza holds a BA in Intercultural Studies, an MA in TESOL, and an online TEFL Certificate. Her academic background and passion for education drive her commitment to helping students bridge the linguistic gap between their native language and American English.
Belleza’s international experience is extensive; she lived and taught in Indonesia for four years and has traveled through Thailand, Malaysia, Australia, and Europe, bringing a diverse cultural perspective to her teaching approach.
Belleza is dedicated to connecting with students from all corners of the world, enriching their learning experience with her global insights.
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Global ESL Educator
Catherine Splendore
Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, Catherine holds a BA in Art History and is pursuing an MA in Educational Psychology. With TESOL certification and 8 years of ESL teaching experience—3 years in China, 3.5 years in Hong Kong, and 1.5 years in NYC—she’s fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese.
Her teaching focuses on social-emotional learning and critical pedagogy, creating a welcoming environment where students feel supported and empowered to grow.
Academic Director
Jake Lim
With an impressive background in education and a Master’s degree from Teachers College, Columbia University, Jake Lim brings extensive experience and unwavering commitment to our institution.
Jake is known for his exceptional ability to understand and address the diverse needs of our students with compassion and dedication. His dual expertise as an ESOL Instructor and Student Counselor ensures that each student receives tailored support and guidance throughout their educational journey.
Academic Director
Victor Lopez
Victor Lopez is the Academic Director at NYC Global Center. With a Master’s in TESOL, a Bachelor’s in English Education, and over 18 years of experience, Victor brings substantial expertise to our school.
His career in education has spanned Japan, Argentina, and Mexico, with visits to Uruguay, Italy, and South Korea. Specializing in technology-integrated TESOL pedagogy, Victor is passionate about fostering student creativity through hands-on projects.
Fluent in Spanish and proficient in Japanese, Victor is currently learning Chinese and German. Outside of work, he enjoys gardening, basketball, international films, live music, and short stories. Victor is dedicated to guiding students in their language learning, helping them grow personally, appreciate diverse cultures, and unlock new opportunities.
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Senior Campus Manager
Jolin Shen
With a Master’s degree from Teachers College, Columbia University, Jolin brings a unique blend of communications expertise, digital marketing skills, and a strategic focus on English program development and campus operations. She has experience developing targeted marketing campaigns, managing social media strategy, and supporting international student recruitment.
Her work has helped the school grow its presence online and expand its reach within local and global communities. Passionate about education and cross-cultural communication, Jolin is dedicated to creating impactful experiences that support student success and institutional growth.
Proficiency
Reach a level of proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking the English language that allows for effective communication with others
Student-Centered
Provide student-centered curriculum and instruction
Experienced Faculty
Support effective teaching and learning through a dedicated and experienced faculty and staff, quality facilities, and up-to-date material and equipment
High Retention
Strive to achieve a high rate of student retention
Well-being
Promote student well-being
American Culture
Provide activities that support student comprehension of American culture
우리는 이 사명이 다음과 같은 목표를 달성하는 학생들을 통해 가장 효과적으로 달성될 수 있다고 믿습니다.
목표와 목적
저희는 학생분들의 의견을 듣고 싶습니다.
편하게 연락주세요!
516-782-2088
108-10 72nd Ave 2FL
Forest Hills, NY 11375
108-10 72nd Ave 2FL
Forest Hills, NY 11375
