David Campos began his career in education more than thirty years ago, when he started teaching second grade.

He earned his Ph.D. from The University of Texas at Austin, specializing in learning disabilities and behavior disorders. His scholarship focuses on instructional design and delivery, childhood health and wellness, and LGBTQ children and adolescents.

He has written books on childhood loneliness, childhood obesity, and inspiring creativity in students, among others.

He lives in San Antonio, Texas.