specialist as opposed to Speech Language Pathologist.
Michael Campbell
I began teaching English to speakers of other languages when I was only 15-years-old. That initial experience started me down a life long path as a teacher. Currently, I’m living and working Mexico City, Mexico. I believe language is a tool for communication. When we use language for mutual exchange, I believe it can bring about transformative experiences.
Education:
Fulbright English Teaching Fellow
B.A. Spanish with Linguistics, Education, & Business minors
3 Fun Facts:
Favorite Ice Cream: Cookie Dough
Hobbies: Reading, Travelling
I have a pet Chihuahua!
Teaching Experience:
Northridge School Mexico
Kaplan International Center, San Diego
U.S. Department of State, Fulbright Fellow
Institute of International Education, Office for Latin America
Upward Bound
Maggie McGonigle
I am originally from Boston, but I love to travel and live in new places! One of my goals is to learn as many languages as possible, so I studied Spanish, Italian and Portuguese while in university. I graduated with a Bachelor’s in Spanish and then earned a Master’s degree in Teaching English as a Second Language. With this degree, I continue to learn about many different cultures and languages while helping others with their English. It is so much fun!
I believe it is important to do what you love and love what you do, so I live a life I’m passionate about. I look forward to going with you on your English language journey.
Education:
M.A. Teaching English as a Second Language
B.A. Spanish
3 Fun Facts:
Hobbies: Cooking, Reading, Running
I´ve run 3 marathons!
I really love Harry Potter. Call me Professor McGonigle!
Teaching Experience:
Kaplan International Center, San Diego
Boston Life Conversation Center
West Park & Wilson Elementary
Learning Center of Beijing
Tip for Students:
Listen to as music as you can, and don’t be afraid to sing along.
Tommy Cox
I am a native of San Diego, California, and I began teaching at 17 years of age. I have a passion for helping students to improve their English skills; it brings me joy to see a smile on their face when they begin to grow and are able to communicate.
I speak Spanish, and so I understand the challenges of learning another language. I am a life long learner, always seeking knowledge and techniques in order to assist students in achieving their goals. I am here for you. I am a competitor and champion (2002 World Beach Bocce Ball Championships) and I bring that same drive and determination to my teaching.
Education:
B.A. Spanish California State – University San Marcos
TESOL Certification – Global TESOL College
3 Fun Facts:
I am a chocolate addict
Cooking is one life’s ultimate pleasures
I am a farmer a heart
Teaching Experience:
Kaplan International Center, San Diego
ChongRo Overseas Ed. Institute
ESL Extension CSU San Marcos
Univ. of California, San Diego
Yantai University, China
Tip for Students:
“Ability is what you are capable of doing.
Motivation determines what you do.
Attitude determines how well you do it.”
Lou Holtz, American Football Coach