Join us as Cody Ratcliffe shares his international snowboarding journey, working in China and beyond, and offers insights into teaching across cultures, adapting communication, and balancing global and domestic seasons. Geneviève Pilotto also shares from her vast experience in teaching overseas as well as hitting on many of the logistical elements of training staff and managing the oversight of the program as a whole.

Chapters -

00:00 - Introduction and Context Setting

00:15 - Cody's Snowboarding Journey

05:59 - International Course Providers and CASI's Role

10:52 - Experiences in China and International Teaching

13:55 - Travel Plans and Logistics

13:55 - Technical Difficulties and Solutions

16:33 - Balancing Domestic and International Work

18:33 - Resorts and Travel Experiences

20:56 - Snowboarding Adventures and Unique Experiences

21:38 - Palate Cleanser

26:43 - A Day in the Life of Teaching in the Dome

29:44 - Navigating Environmental Challenges

32:53 - The Art of Communication with Translators

35:40 - Cultural Exchange in Snowboarding

39:15 - Advice for Evaluators Considering International Teaching

41:28 - Qualities of a Successful International Evaluator

46:36 - Personal Experiences and Connections in Snowboarding

50:41 - Balancing Travel and Personal Life

58:22 - Looking Ahead: Future Plans and Reflections