Meet Intrax San Diego Staff
The teachers and staff at Intrax San Diego work closely to ensure that our center reflects a safe, friendly and academic environment where international students want to spend time studying and relaxing together. San Diego's warm climate means that our teachers and staff enjoy spending time outside of the classroom just as much as inside our center. Intrax staff encourage students to take their English Language skills outside of the classroom and discover everything that San Diego has to offer. Practicing your English Language or Business skills outside of the classroom is a very valuable exercise which will increase your confidence as you notice how people in the San Diego community appreciate your efforts. Here are examples of some of the staff who work at our Intrax center in San Diego.
Center Director
Fernanda
Center Director
Fernanda is a graduate of the University of Ribeirao Preto, Brazil. She majored in English Literature and language with an emphasis in translation and interpretation. She taught English in Brazil for 4 years and has been teaching at Intrax since 2004. Fernanda has helped write and implement some of the latest curriculum used at the Intrax schools. She took on the role of Academic Supervisor in 2007 and does a superb job of making sure the teachers are well-qualified, trained for their jobs and happy.
"Working at Intrax San Diego has been a wonderful experience! It has allowed me to meet so many interesting people and at the same time help them learn about the American culture and communicate with the rest of the world by teaching them English. It is a very rewarding job, I love it!"
Staff
Jo
Student Services Supervisor
Jo was born of Korean parents but was raised in Germany where she studied TV / Film, Economics and Psychology at Ruhr-Universitaet Bochum. Just over four years ago, Jo moved to the U.S. and was offered a job at Intrax San Diego. She has been working at Intrax since then and just loves seeing international students succeed with the education they receive at Intrax.
"As a member of the student services team, it's my pleasure to help you adjust to your life in North America. If you want advice about getting into college or university, ideas about a cool weekend event to attend with your friends or help finding the right accommodations, my team is ready to help you."
Ricky
Administrative Supervisor
As an Administrator with 8 years of experience and an education background in Sociology, Ricky assists in the implementation of Administrative Services to our students. He is always readily available and happy to help students with any issues or questions they might have.
"My goal has always been to improve the quality of education and to influence the daily perspectives of student life in a positive way. I am so happy to be a part of an organization like Intrax that I feel really strives to accomplish the same things."
Annette
Student Services Advisor –
Internships & Local Marketing
Annette has a BA in Modern Languages and Literature, a Grad Dip Ed from the University of Adelaide and 14 years experience in TESOL. She started her career in EFL in Harrogate, Yorkshire and has taught and trained teachers and worked in publishing in Osaka, Adelaide and Mexico City. Annette gives workshops in California and throughout Mexico for Grupo Macmillan. She is a popular presenter.
"As the Internship Advisor, I delight in seeing students start the adventure that choosing to work for a local company brings. I work closely with the interns to prepare them for their placements and then monitor their progress. Active recruitment of businesses around San Diego is another exciting part of my job. I believe the Internship Program is a great way to improve your English, learn new skills and maximize your time in the United States or Canada."
Christina
Student Services Advisor –
Accommodations & Activities
Christina graduated with a Bachelors degree in English and a minor in Asian Studies. She holds a MA in English from CSU East Bay in Hayward and a TESOL certificate. Christina has been teaching at Intrax since 2004 and she assumed the position of Student Services Advisor- Accommodations and Activities in 2007. She has organized some exciting events for the students, one of the favorites being Winter Prom.
"Intrax is a very special place where teachers and staff are dedicated to expanding your knowledge, helping you reach your full potential and most importantly, truly providing you with a home away from home."
Teachers
Jay
PCBM Teacher
Jay is a true Californian; he has a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of California in San Diego and a MA in English from San Francisco State University. He has been teaching at Intrax since 2005.
"The thing I like best about Intrax's PCBM program is that the students are able to apply the business information that we study in class through useful class projects. Pour PCBM students conduct business case studies on real American companies and then give presentations to the school. The PCBM program is a brilliant way for international students to gain confidence in using Business English in the U.S. and abroad."
Kim
TOEFL Teacher
Kim is from Nebraska but has lived all over the world. She has been teaching at Intrax for 2 years and has taught all levels and all classes. Kim's teaching philosophy is to involve and engage the students. She believes learning should be interactive and is always better when it's lively, interesting and relevant to the students.
"Working at Intrax is like travelling the world without leaving beautiful San Diego. The students and the staff are the best!"
