Tony, from the United Kingdom, is an experienced and well-trained English language teacher and teacher trainer. With over 16 years of teaching experience across five countries, Tony’s passion for language education is matched by his continuous pursuit of learning. As the head of department in a top bilingual school in Ho Chi Minh City, Tony successfully implemented a proficiency-based curriculum modelled around the ACTFL Integrated Performance Assessment framework. This innovative program, focused on natural acquisition methods, specific skill development, and feedback, was the first of its kind in Vietnam. Tony is also a language learner of Vietnamese who is also conversant in Thai, Arabic and Italian.