English Language Arts/Library

Ben Allen | English Language Arts Teacher

Ben was born and raised in Crescent City, CA. He attended Humboldt State University before moving to Seattle, then returned to Arcata in 2011. In 2017, Ben moved to Arequipa, Peru to pursue a career teaching, learn Spanish and immerse himself in the rich culture of the country. Initially, the idea was for him to live in Peru for one year, then return to enter a teaching credential program in California. He ended up staying in Peru for six years based on his flourishing teaching career, moving to Lima, the COVID-19 pandemic and other personal reasons.

Ben feels immense gratitude in joining the Fuente Nueva community as the English Language Arts teacher. He feels at home being part of a Spanish immersion school that values social responsibility, the arts, and community and appreciative to contribute to a vibrant, inclusive learning environment. He is profoundly thankful for the opportunity to continue pursuing his passion for education at Fuente Nueva, and feels both optimistic and inspired to touch the lives of young learners.

In his free time, Ben also enjoys playing music, yoga, meditation, going for walks in nature and spending quality time with his family.