Meet some of our University Preparation Abroad staff Jürgen Oehler, Munich
Paul Mazzella, New York
PhD History and English, University of Cologne EF University Pathway Abroad Director, Germany
BA Literature, Language and Criticism, Hunter College, CUNY EF University Preparation Abroad Teacher
After studying in British and American universities, Jürgen became a teacher in German secondary schools before joining EF as our school director in Munich. Jürgen, who is passionate about creating study and career opportunities for students, now helps train and place students at German, Austrian and Swiss universities.
After participating in the Japanese Exchange and Teaching Program, Paul joined the teaching staff at EF New York in the spring of 2011. Currently teaching Critical Reading to EF University Foundation Program students, he strives to impart his love of language and literature with his energetic teaching style and approachable demeanor.
Chelsea Litalien, Boston
David Johnson, Oxford
BS Business Administration, University of North Carolina EF University Preparation Coordinator
BSc Marine Biology and Zoology, University of Wales EF University Preparation Abroad Teacher
Chelsea oversees the Suffolk University Transition Program in Boston, along with various operational duties throughout North America. While completing her bachelor’s degree in business administration, she studied abroad in both France and Australia. This sparked her passion for cultural exchange and international education, and she has been working with EF ever since.
David is the Senior Teacher for EF University Preparation Abroad in Oxford, where he teaches Science and Research Methods. Prior to EF, he taught English and science in Spain, both at a private high school and also to medical professionals, scientists and businesspeople. A true international, he has also taught English in Abu Dhabi and worked as a chemist in Los Angeles.
Erica Mantone, Boston
Seferin James, Cambridge
MA Teaching History and English, Northeastern University EF University Pathway Manager
PhD Philosophy, University College Dublin Senior EF University Preparation Teacher
After completing her Master's degree in 2008, Erica became a teacher of history and English for alternative education and charter schools. She obtained her Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate in 2012 and has extensive experience in education, traveling and advising students of diverse backgrounds. She is a great source of help to her students, assisting with university applications and academic writing programs.
Seferin read English, Philosophy and History as an undergraduate and was subsequently awarded an MLitt in Philosophy for his thesis. He received an academic scholarship to undertake his doctoral research from the Irish Research Council. He has lectured in Philosophy and Sociology at Anglia Ruskin University. He teaches research methods and the humanities at EF Cambridge.
Lisa Bonnici, Sydney B Teaching/B Arts, University of Newcastle EF University Pathway Coordinator Lisa became a Pathway Coordinator at EF Sydney in 2015 having specialized in English for Academic Purposes for many years. Her knowledge of the Australian university system, passion for learning and experience in helping students maximize their cultural experience combine to ensure students receive expert support throughout their university application journey.
Karen Perault-Boughton, San Francisco BA Anthropology, Hamline University EF University Preparation Abroad Teacher After graduating from university and earning her Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate, Karen moved to France to teach English. She spent one year teaching middle school students and two years working at a public university as an adjunct lecturer. Karen enjoys teaching speaking skills, pragmatics and American slang. She is currently pursuing a Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) graduate degree at the University of San Francisco. www.ef.com/university
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