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Sonya Canada7

English

Native

Japanese

Other

From United States

Living in Toronto, Canada

Certified and friendly teacher with over 5 years of experience. I help English learners *see* and *feel* the language through photography, art, and music—tools I’ve used for years as a writer and visual artist. Whether dissecting a photo’s story or strumming my ukulele to teach rhythm in speech, I make lessons memorable. My students gain confidence by learning in creative, low-pressure ways. Based in Toronto, I share my home studio with a beagle who occasionally photobombs lessons! I am clear, concise, friendly, and patient. When I correct a student’s mistakes, I do not make them feel pressure or stress during the lesson. I will clarify and repeat back what they said, but in a correct manner so they can learn. I also add humor to the mix. A shared laugh My interest in people’s backgrounds translates into compassion and an interest in my student’s backgrounds. When I meet a student for the first time, I assess their level of English and then tailor lessons to a slightly higher level to engage the most learning. I have taught online English lessons for 5 years. I also taught a photography class for 7 years. I am clear, concise, friendly, and patient. When I correct a student’s mistakes, I do not make them feel pressure or stress during the lesson. I will clarify and repeat back what they said, but in a correct manner so they can learn. I also add humor to the mix. A shared laugh is an icebreaker and helps students relax and learn. I incorporate photographs and music in my lessons. Visual art is a universal language and students can lear...

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Podcast(2)

Vocabulary(2)

Quiz(42)

Interests

Pets & Animals

Music

Medical & Healthcare

Art

Environment & Nature

English

Trial Lesson

7 lessons completed

USD 6.00+

Let's Talk About Photography & Visual Art!

B1-C1

Language Essentials

10 lessons completed

USD 11.00+

15% off

Conversation Practice

B1-C2

Language Essentials

11 lessons completed

USD 11.00+

8% off

Job Interview Practice

B1-C2

Business

2 lessons completed

USD 12.00+

12% off

Improve your reading comprehension!

A2-B1

Language Essentials

0 lessons completed

USD 14.00+

8% off

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4.9

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Pablo

5 English lessons

Teacher’s pick

Very professional. Fluently, on time, friendly.

Henrique Junio

4 English lessons

Teacher’s pick

Sonia a very friendly and intelligent teacher with knowledge to talk about various subjects. Great for practicing conversation and learning new vocabulary. I loved practicing conversation with her!

Far

1 English lesson

She was very nice and helped me to make things clear z