About SeHwa Humphreys

Who is SeHwa Humphreys?

I am a mother of two children. Becoming a mother was one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life and I am always glad that I had my kids. I was born and raised in South Korea.  South Korea is famous for being passionate about education, along with China and Japan. More than 80% of people enter college at the end of their 12-year education. I have never met someone who can’t read and write in Korean. 

Back in Korea, I was an ESL teacher for very young children, ranging from 24 month olds to kindergartners. For 15 years, I truly enjoyed teaching young children, and was also amazed by how limitless their abilities are. 

In 2008, I flew to Boston to earn my master’s degree in Education at Northeastern University. In 2009, I earned my M.Ed with an excellent GPA. Soon after, I entered the PHd program for Education at St. John’s University in 2009. Although I have never finished a PHd program, I have learned a lot from my time in PHd programs.

In 2012, I wanted to study what I truly love: psychology. I started at Columbia University and earned my second BA in Psychology. 

Between 2013 and 2017, I postponed my education, because I got married and had two beautiful children. Although becoming a mother was the best decision I ever made, I couldn't stop thinking about going back to school. In 2018, I returned to Columbia University, and I finally earned my second Bachelor’s degree in Psychology there, graduating in 2020. I truly enjoyed learning with those smart youngsters, while challenging them and progressing my life. I am proud of myself because I graduated Cum Laude, while I still raised two young children.

Both of my children were able to read when they were 24 months old. From vocabulary to books, my 6 year old daughter can read 3rd grade level books without any help. She is now challenging herself to read 5th grade level books. At her level, it is not just about reading, it is more about understanding and expanding her knowledge.

My 4 year old son can read 1st grade level books with my help. He will soon challenge himself to read 2nd grade level books.  From my own teaching experiences to students and my own children, I know how to teach young children how to read.