Maria Angelica Tapia, English Teacher

Maria, a Chilean and French national residing in Chile since 1990, holds a degree in English teaching from “Universidad de Chile” and a TEFL certificate from Bridge. Joining Bridge in 1993, her teaching philosophy centers on considering teaching as an art. Maria emphasizes making students comfortable, tailoring classes to their personalities, and incorporating acting and journalism into teaching. She praises the Bridge Methodology, utilizing it to expand subjects with technology tools. Maria integrates her diverse cultural background by sharing experiences of living in different countries, discussing cuisine, and encouraging students to freely talk about their backgrounds. Her favorite teaching tools include engaging in “questions and answers,” humor, showing passion for content, and utilizing phonetics. Maria values connecting with students through their interests, fostering an interactive and enjoyable learning process.