Teaching

Curiosity. Critical Thinking. Communication.

I've taught at Emory since 2021. As an instructor my goals are to embold curiosity, build critical thinking skills, instill communication skills, and help students identify connections between disciplines.

Instructor and lecturer

Summers 2023 & 2024
Instructor, Introduction to Psychology (PSYC 111)Emory University Department of Psychology
Spring 2023
What Does It Mean To Be Human? (co-instructor)Emory Interdisciplinary Studies

Teaching assistant

Spring 2024 & 2025
Advanced Topics in Abnormal Psychology: Autism Spectrum DisorderEmory University Department of Psychology
Spring 2022 & 2023
Psychology of Family RelationshipsEmory University Department of Psychology
Fall 2022
Introduction to PsychologyEmory University Department of Psychology
Fall 2021
Experimental MethodsEmory University Department of Psychology

    Evaluations

    From students

    It was one of my favorite classes at Emory by far and the only class I have actually looked forward to attending.

    Introduction to Psychology

    I am beyond thankful to have had you as my instructor this semester because before this class, I was honestly debating whether or not to continue my education at Emory.

    Introduction to Psychology

    I really enjoyed the class lectures, they were always really interesting and Chaela was an amazing instructor.

    Student evaluation

    She was engaging and you could tell she was interested in what she was teaching!

    Student evaluation

    Having a positive influence for a very difficult course.

    Student evaluation

    I found the structure of the class and the homework assignments very engaging.

    Student evaluation