Don Antonio (as he is known in Costa Rica) has been working in Costa Rican study abroad for over 30 years. He holds a Ph.D. in Political Economy and Third World Development and a master's degree in International Relations from the University of Maryland in College Park. Prior to his work in Central America, Dr. Chamberlain was a Graduate Fellow/Instructor at the University of Maryland, a Foreign Expert at Beijing University, P.R. China and worked in both Venezuela and Colombia, South America.

Javier Arguedas has worked in international education programs for over fifteen years. He has a Master's Degree in Political Science and a Licenciatura (professional license) in Law from the University of Costa Rica. He is also certified as a Mediator by the Supreme Court of Costa Rica. His professional experience covers several areas such as working in the justice system and as national and international consultant on issues related to conflict resolution.

Rosa is in charge of Spanish programs and relations with local Costa Rican host families. She finds a home for each student and helps those students get to know their Costa Rican families and see the world from a different perspective. She has taught Spanish at ICADS for many years, and now oversees the Spanish department. Rosa also assists with the process of internship placement and coordination. She has a degree in Psychology.

David is a Costa Rican resident and has been working in Latin America for over 30 years. He received his master's degree from the Latin American Studies department at Tulane University. He wrote his thesis research on the effects of hunting Paraguayan reptiles and then came to Costa Rica in the late 1980's to help set up the region's first wildlife management master's program.

David helps teach and coordinate the variety of programs offered at ICADS. He grew up in Costa Rica and then went on to receive his undergraduate degree in Physics and a Master's of Education in Massachusetts.

Lis, as ICADS staff calls her, is in charge of ICADS financial department.

Abi manages the communications at ICADS, from admissions to social media. She also provides support to the students and programs throughout the year. Originally from Massachusetts, she has bachelor's degree in Communication Arts.

Cindy runs ICADS' front desk and supports administrative processes at the office.

Yorleny is in charge of keeping the ICADS facilities tidy and cozy for staff and students.