David Campos began his education career more than 15 years ago when he started teaching 2nd grade. He later entered graduate school, taught ESL, and worked in corporate training and development. 

In 1996, he earned his doctorate at the University of Texas at Austin, specializing in learning disabilities and behavior disorders. 

His first job in academia was at Roosevelt University in Chicago, where he was an Assistant Professor in the College of Education. There he served as Director of the Metropolitan Institute for Teaching and Learning and was an Acting Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs. 

After earning rank and tenure, he accepted an Associate Professor of Education position at the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Tex.

He has written three books grounded in youth sexuality and coauthored a resource text and evaluation instrument for teachers of English language learners. His peer-reviewed articles focus on constructivist teaching and authentic assessment by way of African American visionaries. Dr. Campos traveled to China in 2004 on a Fulbright grant.

Kathleen Fad is an author and consultant from Austin, Texas. Kathy's professional experience has spanned over 30 years as a general education teacher, special education teacher, university professor, author, and independent consultant. Kathy's specialty is designing practical, common-sense strategies that are research based. Kathy has coauthored numerous books, articles, and assessment instruments. The Practical Ideas That Really Work series now includes a wide variety of topics, such as ADHD, autism, disruptive behaviors, reading problems, and giftedness. Kathy's latest book includes interventions for students with high-functioning autism.