Office Hours: Monday-Friday 11:30-19:30
No. 20, Dezheng St, Xindian District, New Taipei City, Taiwan 231
Pick-up Locations
- Beixin School
- Chongcheng School
MIT Beixin English Learning Center
MIT Beixin has been a vibrant part of the community for seven years! Thanks to our dedicated local and international team, our bright, sunlit classrooms and warm, welcoming atmosphere, learning here is fun and engaging. We’re thrilled when graduates and families return to celebrate achievements and reconnect with the MIT Beixin family!
- Smartboard-equipped Classrooms
- Small Class Sizes
- Experienced Teachers
- Outdoor Areas
- Central Location
- Skill-tiered Classes
Our Staff
Managing Partner
Rick Johnson
Nationality: Canadian
Education: Masters in Hospitality Management
Teaching Experience: Since 2013
MIT Tenure: Since 2018
Teaching philosophy: My mission as a teacher is to motivate, inspire, encourage, and support students by providing a safe, secure and loving environment. I seek to educate them socially, emotionally, and cognitively so they can continue to build a foundation for life-long learning.
Manager
Joyce Fu
Nationality: Taiwanese
Education: Department of English, Tamkang University
Teaching Experience: Since 2009
MIT Tenure: Since 2019
Teaching philosophy: Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out. If we are patient, children will blossom.
English Teacher
Joel Charron
Nationality: Canadian
Education: Bachelor‘s in Commerce
Teaching Experience: Since 2005
MIT Tenure: Since 2018
Teaching philosophy: I believe children learn best in a fun environment where they have the opportunity to participate. I believe they should be challenged and encouraged to do their best while being respectful and disciplined.
English Teacher
Mark Rogers
Nationality: American
Education: Bachelor’s in Politics, University of Bradford
Teaching Experience: Since 2016
MIT Tenure: Since 2021
Teaching philosophy: I believe in creating an environment where students feel comfortable expressing themselves and are encouraged to think critically. Additionally, I want to instill the mindset in students that challenges are an opportunity for growth and development and that we can learn as much (if not more) from our failures as well as our successes.
English Teacher
Kayla Jenkin
Nationality: South African
Education: HS + TOEFL
Teaching Experience: Since 2021
MIT Tenure: Since 2024
Teaching Philosophy: My goal is to create a supportive and welcoming classroom where all students feel encouraged to learn, think independently, and grow.
Amy Chang
Nationality: Taiwanese
Education: National Taipei University of Business
Teaching Experience: Since 2016
MIT Tenure: Since 2020
Teaching philosophy: Learning is not forced, it is a habit. It is better to teach kids how to fish than just give them fish to eat.
Susan Chang
Nationality: Taiwanese
Education: Shurenjiashang Electronics Department
Teaching Experience: Since 1998
MIT Tenure: Since 2018
Teaching Philosophy: Every child is unique and has innate traits. My job is to magnify their strengths and reduce their weaknesses to help them achieve their goals.
Anita Ma
Nationality: Taiwanese
Education: De-lin University of Technology
Teaching Experience: Since 2021
MIT Tenure: Since 2022
Teaching Philosophy: Teach students according to their aptitude. Put yourself in a child’s shoes.
Jing Chen
Nationality: Taiwanese
Education: National Taiwan University
Teaching Experience: Since 2024
MIT Tenure: Since 2024
Teaching Philosophy: I strive to build strong connections with my students, foster their enthusiasm for learning, and maintain a professional teaching approach. My goal is to boost their confidence in a relaxed environment, making learning both enjoyable and effective.
Clair Chen
Nationality: Taiwanese
Education: Tungnan University
Teaching Experience: Since 2000
MIT Tenure: Since 2024
Teaching Philosophy: Every child learns at their own pace. I want to ensure that each child knows, “It’s okay, the teacher will wait for you,” whenever they need it and that I will always be their steadfast support.
International Teachers
Education: Masters in Hospitality Management
MIT Tenure: Since 2018
Teaching philosophy: My mission as a teacher is to motivate, inspire, encourage, and support students by providing a safe, secure and loving environment. I seek to educate them socially, emotionally, and cognitively so they can continue to build a foundation for life-long learning.
Education: Bachelor‘s in Commerce
MIT Tenure: Since 2018
Teaching philosophy: I believe children learn best in a fun environment where they have the opportunity to participate. I believe they should be challenged and encouraged to do their best while being respectful and disciplined.
Education: Bachelor’s in Politics, University of Bradford
MIT Tenure: Since 2021
Teaching philosophy: I believe in creating an environment where students feel comfortable expressing themselves and are encouraged to think critically. Additionally, I want to instill the mindset in students that challenges are an opportunity for growth and development and that we can learn as much (if not more) from our failures as well as our successes.
Education: BCom, Purdue University
MIT Tenure: Since 2022
Teaching Philosophy: I believe in creating a safe, diversify and interactive classroom environment where students are motivated to learn and express themselves.
Education: BA-Montreal University; ongoing masters, NTNU
MIT Tenure: Since 2024
Teaching Philosophy: I strive to create an environment that is fun, empowering, and able to motivate the students to study and learn English.
Education: HS + TOEFL
MIT Tenure: Since 2024
Teaching Philosophy: My goal is to create a supportive and welcoming classroom where all students feel encouraged to learn, think independently, and grow.
Local Teachers
Education: Department of English, Tamkang University
MIT Tenure: Since 2019
Teaching philosophy: Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out. If we are patient, children will blossom.
Education: National Taipei University of Business
MIT Tenure: Since 2020
Teaching philosophy: Learning is not forced, it is a habit. It is better to teach kids how to fish than just give them fish to eat.
Education: Shurenjiashang Electronics Department
MIT Tenure: Since 2018
Teaching Philosophy: Every child is unique and has innate traits. My job is to magnify their strengths and reduce their weaknesses to help them achieve their goals.
Education: De-lin University of Technology
MIT Tenure: Since 2022
Teaching Philosophy: Teach students according to their aptitude. Put yourself in a child’s shoes.
Education: Tungnan University
MIT Tenure: Since 2024
Education: National Taiwan University
MIT Tenure: Since 2024
Teaching Philosophy: I strive to build strong connections with my students, foster their enthusiasm for learning, and maintain a professional teaching approach. My goal is to boost their confidence in a relaxed environment, making learning both enjoyable and effective.
