Tina Winchester Walker

Tina Winchester Walker serves as Adjunct Faculty for TESOL and Supervisor of TESOL Practicum & Internships at Columbia International University's School of Missions & Intercultural Ministry since 2011.

Educational background:

• TEFL Certificate, Columbia International University
• MEd, Clemson University
• BS, Winthrop College

Her research focuses on practical TESOL methodologies for adult immigrant populations, with emphasis on grammar instruction, citizenship education, and communicative language teaching. She bridges academic theory with real-world application through community-based teaching and teacher training programs.

Her 2010 publication on grammar instruction reflects her expertise in developing accessible pedagogical frameworks for English language learners, demonstrating consistent focus on adult education and immigrant integration.

Walker actively mentors future TESOL educators through practicum supervision and connects students with local immigrant ministry opportunities, while maintaining extensive community engagement through citizenship classes and conference presentations.