Multilingual Education Advisor

Dr. Bridget Chaves is a dedicated educator, administrator, and advocate with deep expertise in language acquisition, curriculum design, and systems that support English Learners (ELs). Her work with Milford School District - DE and Wilmington University centers on creating equitable structures for linguistically diverse students and the educators who serve them.

As TEAL's Multilingual Education Advisor, Dr. Chaves ensures that the organization's advocacy, programs, and resources are linguistically accessible and effectively champion educational equity. Her guidance is crucial for reviewing accountability metrics, recommending accessibility improvements, and integrating research-based, inclusive policies that empower multilingual communities.