Beth Sclama
Online
Beth Sclama
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Italian
Other
Specialties
KidsProfessional and Friendly Teacher with 15 Years Teaching Experience
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Italian
Other
Specialties
KidsProfessional and Friendly Teacher with 15 Years Teaching Experience
From United StatesLiving in Rome, Italy (09:52 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Feb 7, 2022Interest topicArtReadingFoodTravelMusic
Hello! I am a native English speaker originally from the area outside of Boston, Massachusetts. I currently live in Rome, Italy with my family, where I am also learning Italian. I am a professional teacher who has spent most of my career working in city schools in the United States as a classroom teacher, special educator, interventionist, and educational leader. I love learning, traveling, and engaging with people from around the world, and I believe learning languages is a way to bring people together.Me as a Teacher
I am a teacher with professional experience teaching at the primary, secondary, and university level. I began my education career in Boston, Massachusetts during my undergraduate studies and also have my Master’s Degree in Special Education. I learned to love teaching all learners and decided to become a teacher, with a focus on elementary and special education. I have taught language, literature, mathematics and science. I believe that language learning is best done in social environments where making mistakes and friendly feedback is encouraged because that is how we learn and grow.My lessons & teaching style
I am deeply committed to finding ways to reach all learners and making language learning enjoyable and comfortable. My lessons are very tailored to your individual needs, goals, and interests. Additionally, I believe we learn best when we are having fun and being social! I strive to make our lessons and conversations enjoyable and engaging where you feel comfortable to take risks. While we will focus primarily on speaking and listening, we will develop all areas of language through practicing reading and writing as well. Language learning is a journey and I am excited to help you on your path.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Image files
- Articles and news
Certificates
TEFL - VIPKid - 2021
Certificate verified
Teaching Certificate - Louisiana Department of Education - 2017
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2007 - 2010
Middle School Teacher: English
2010 - 2012
4th-5th Grade Teacher
2018 - 2020
High School Teacher: English
2013 - 2020
Special Education Director/Teacher
Education
2003 - 2007
Bachelor’s - Education (Elementary and Special Education)
2007 - 2009
Bachelor’s - Special Education
Work Experience
2016 - 2017
InstructorI created a curriculum for and taught a literacy and study skills program to teach students who were not yet proficient in English (the language of the university) or who lacked the foundational English literacy skills to prepare them for their courses.
2010 - 2016
Director of Special EducationAs Director of Special Education, I managed and supervised the intervention and instruction of all diverse learners in our school, including students who were English Language Learners. At this institution, that consisted of students who spoke Spanish or Vietnamese as their native language.
2018 - 2020
Founding Director of Student SupportAs Director of Student Support, I managed and supervised the intervention and instruction of all diverse learners in our school, including students who were English Language Learners.
2021 - 2022
English Language Teacher (Virtual)I teach virtual English Language courses to students ages 6-15. While most of the classes I have taught have been to students in China who speak Mandarin, there are also other native languages spoken within my student population.
2007 - 2010
Teacher
5.0
Rating
37
Students
244
Lessons
100%
Attendance
99%
Response
English Lessons
English for Adult Learners: Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing
A1 - B2Language Essentials114 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 10% off
Casual Conversations
A1 - B2Conversation81 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 11% off
English Lessons for Children: Speaking, Listening, Writing, and Reading
A1 - A2Kids36 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 9% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
33 Reviews
Tina
41 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Wonderful classes! Kind,nice and strict, comprehensive English class~
Mar 15, 2022
Daisy
32 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I do appreciate Beth's help for Daisy.The best teacher I've ever seen.
Mar 7, 2022
Marcus Great
3 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I had an amazing lesson with Beth. She taught me how to pronounce mathematical expressions. It was fun and easy to talk to her. She is vigorous, friendly and flexible. I had special requests and she was able to fulfil them completely. I enjoyed improving my English with her. She is one of the best teachers I have meet here. I can highly recommend her.
Feb 22, 2022
Daisy
32 English lessons
Good luck,Beth.Looking forward to seeing you .
Sep 19, 2022
Daisy
32 English lessons
We will miss you,Beth.Looking forward to see you again.
Jul 28, 2022
Daisy
32 English lessons
Cherish every class .We are thankful for your help,Beth.
Jul 7, 2022
Lessons
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