Certified CELTA teacher with over 6 years of experience
Unterrichtet
Englisch
Muttersprache
Spricht
Spanisch
Italienisch
Certified CELTA teacher with over 6 years of experience
Über mich
Ich als Lehrkraft
Meine Stunden und mein Unterrichtsstil
Aus USALebt in Sevilla, Spanien (02:57 UTC+02:00)
Über mich
italki-Lehrkraft seit 12. May 2020
Thema von InteresseEssenLesenReisen
My name is Laura, and I'm from Oklahoma (USA), but I've been living in sunny Sevilla for more than seven years now. I fell in love with Spain while studying Spanish, so I decided to make Sevilla my new home. Since then, I've been teaching English and finished two master’s programs.
I understand that one of the best parts of learning a new language is getting connected to the culture, so that's why I love teaching my students about different traditions, holidays, and customs from my country. My absolute favorite part about working on italki is meeting people from around the world, and I hope I have the chance to get to know you!
Ich als Lehrkraft
I consider myself to be an easy-going and adaptable teacher. I have over six years of experience teaching English, and I've worked in an English academy and a writing center. I've offered a variety of lessons, and I've met over 400 students online! I'm CELTA certified, and I've worked with people of all ages, levels A1 to C1.
In my free time, I enjoy cooking, crocheting, working out, watching TV, and spending lots of time with friends and family. I'm currently studying Italian, so I know what it's like to be a student! (I enjoy it almost as much as teaching.) My favorite part of being a teacher is watching my students grow and surprise themselves with their improvement.
Meine Stunden und mein Unterrichtsstil
My teaching style is student-based, so my lessons tend to be versatile. I want to help you meet your specific goals, and I'm happy to tailor activities and lessons based on your needs and interests.
During class, I really like to focus on conversation and speaking skills, so my students can improve their fluency and gain confidence when interacting in English in the 'real world.' However, I'm also happy to work on specific grammar points, vocabulary, or writing- whatever you may need!
*Cancellation Policy: ALL lessons canceled within 24 hours for any reason will be paid for by the student*
Laura is the best speaking partner I’ve ever had! I took about 30 conversation lessons with her, and she’s the first teacher who truly got me talking. She’s incredibly supportive, always creating a safe space where you feel comfortable expressing yourself. Laura always shows real interest in what you say, asks thoughtful follow-up questions that help keep the conversation flowing naturally, and you never feel judged or afraid to make mistakes. At the same time, she somehow manages to take detailed notes during the lesson, and we go through them at the end — super helpful for learning. I always leave her classes feeling confident, motivated, and looking forward to the next one!
9. Apr. 2025
Aleksandr
61 Englisch Unterrichtsstunden
Auswahl der Lehrkraft
I've had fantastic English lessons with Laura. Each lesson is filled with engaging discussions on various topics.
Laura creates a friendly and welcoming environment that made me feel comfortable expressing my thoughts and ideas.
I highly recommend Laura as an English teacher. Her teaching style, combined with her friendly approach, creates an enjoyable and productive learning atmosphere.
16. Mai 2023
Balázs
86 Englisch Unterrichtsstunden
Great chat as always, thanks for that!
21. März 2025
Jeff Y.
16 Englisch Unterrichtsstunden
Auswahl der Lehrkraft
Hi Laura, I found our lesson today particularly productive and really liked the way you helped me go through new words and differentiate their nuances. I also learnt many colloquial expressions like "wing it" and "white as a sheet". Thank you! It feels quite different from simply looking up words in the dictionary or on chatgpt, where I often forget the meaning of a word immediately afterward. I believe our brains tend to associate things with emotions and real-life contexts, which helps with memorisation. We should do it again besides our conversations.
11. Jan. 2025
Balázs
86 Englisch Unterrichtsstunden
Engaging discussions on various topics, with helpful corrections provided at the end of the class. It’s always both interesting and useful.
4. Apr. 2025
Aitor
48 Englisch Unterrichtsstunden
Hasta conocer a Laura nunca había leído nunca un libro en inglés. Ahora voy por el segundo y cada semana hago un resumen de los capítulos que he leído. Sin su ayuda, su implicación en el proceso de aprendizaje y sus consejos para avanzar en la comprensión y correcta pronunciación, me habría quedado estancado, como tantas otras veces antes de conocerla.