Meet Our Team | Sydney Australia | La LinguaLanguage School

Our amazing student services team is what makes La Lingua Language School the best choice!

We can speak over 7 languages and we are always around to give you full support both in English and your own language.

We have connections in the Australian and expat/student community, and can help you make friends, find a job, find accommodation, and of course help with your studies and any problems you have.

From the first time you contact us to the day you graduate, we will help make your Sydney experience great.

Tomoko Sakaida

Office Manager / Marketing Manager

Japanese
English

Tomoko joined La Lingua in 2008 after coming to Australia on a Working Holiday visa to study English. Having been an international student herself, she understands the challenges and excitement of studying abroad.

With over 18 years of experience in international education, she now leads the Japanese market, marketing, and partnerships while supporting students throughout their journey. She is passionate about helping students achieve their goals and making their study experience in Australia both rewarding and memorable.

Diego G. Torres

Director of Studies / Academic Manager

English
Spanish

Diego is a language education professional with experience in academic leadership, teacher training, and the implementation of educational technology. Since 2014, Diego has worked across a range of English language education contexts, teaching both in-person and online, and contributing to educational initiatives in Colombia and Australia. His work focuses on supporting academic teams to strengthen practice and cultivating a culture of innovation, resilience and growth.

Carolyn Shi

PEO / Under-18 Student Counsellor

Chinese
English

Carolyn has been part of La Lingua Language School since 2010. Her career in language education began in 1989, when she started as a high school Chinese teacher in China, later serving as an associate lecturer at Jishou University (China) before immigrating to New Zealand in 1996. Over the past 30 years, Carolyn has built an extensive career in international education across both New Zealand and Australia, giving her deep, practical expertise on policy and strategy within the ELICOS sector. As a mother of two, Carolyn brings a natural warmth and insight to her work with students. She excels at understanding each learner's individual needs and is especially skilled at supporting younger students through both academic challenges and personal development.

Minji Sim

Student Counsellor / Administrator

Korean
English

Minji manages La Lingua's Korea, EU, LATAM, and Brazil markets, having originally joined the team in 2014 and returning in 2019. Her rich background includes corporate experience in Korea alongside work with a Sydney-based VET college and an education agency, giving her unique insight into the international student journey. Holding degrees in Education and Marketing, Minji provides expert, transparent guidance designed to help students turn their educational dreams into reality.