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Mark

English

Native

Japanese

Chinese (Mandarin)

From United Kingdom

Living in Akita, Japan

Teaching English for Academic Purposes at Akita International University since 2019 Hi, I’m Mark, a UK native English teacher and university lecturer based in Japan. I currently teach English for Academic Purposes at Akita International University, where I help undergraduate students develop the reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills required for university-level study. I have over 10 years of teaching experience in Japan, working with learners from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds. I work best with students who want to use English more accurately, clearly, and confidently, whether for: university study professional or workplace communication structured, goal-oriented conversation practice I have been teaching English in Japan for over 10 years, including: university-level academic English business and professional English English for healthcare professionals At university, I teach speaking, listening, reading, and writing, with a strong focus on: clarity of expression logical structure academic and professional tone developing confidence when explaining ideas Because I also speak Japanese I understand the challenges faced by language learners and can explain difficult points clearly when needed. My goal is not just conversation, but to help your progress in communicating more effectively and independently over time. My teaching style is student-centered, structured, and supportive. In our first lesson, we focus on: getting to know each other understanding your background and goals identifying the co...

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Trial Lesson

65 lessons completed

USD 10.00+

Academic English

B1-C2

Language Essentials

18 lessons completed

USD 13.00+

6% off

English Conversation Practice

B1-C2

Conversation

0 lessons completed

USD 10.00+

5% off

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For beginners·4

Ah Sing

24 English lessons

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Just realized that I've already had 23 lessons with Mark! Mark is a great teacher. He is knowledgeable and nice. I always enjoy discussing some questions about English reading and writing with him. I think my English has significantly improved recently with his help. Thank you!

Yurika

15 English lessons

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Thanks for another lesson! We always have interesting thinks to talk about :D

Kristyna

25 English lessons

Another great lesson with Mark! Thank you so much.

Sayuri

5 English lessons

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Mark was incredibly helpful :) Actually, I took his instant lessons in a row. Plus, He speaks Japanese well that makes me easy to talk to him more. Thank you very much!

Max Miller

18 English lessons

It was a good first lesson.