I like to keep lessons fun while packing them full of challenging conversation.
Feel free to ask me questions and let me know how YOU would like to learn. My lessons are tailored to your needs. That being said, please be mindful of which lesson you book. I offer an "informal" conversation lesson as well as a traditional English lesson tailored to specific goals.
Let's chat and let me know what you need!
I believe language is best learned by immersion. While translation may be necessary at times, students will better grasp their target language by diving in head first. Learning any new language expands your horizons. Let's learn!
My lessons & teaching style
I currently offer two classes. There is a significant discount for repeat students who book packages! :)
Class types:
"Let's Talk About Something Fun!" is an informal conversation hour that will help you improve your fluency and hold more meaningful conversations in English.
"General English Lessons Suited to Your Needs" is a more formal approach and will provide you with in depth practice suited to your goals! We will identify your needs and get your English going.
While challenging, learning should be fun and stress free! As a teacher I aim to create a friendly, fun and fruitful learning experience. Let's do this!
My teaching material
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Articles and news
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Certificates
TEFL Certificate (170 hours) - International TEFL Academy - 2021I studied and taught students for a combination of 170 hours to receive this TEFL Certificate. This involved rigorous testing, written papers and progress reports. I taught students 1:1 and gained valuable experience teaching online.
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Teaching experience
2022 - 2024
Professional TeacheriTalki
Education
2018 - 2020
Bachelorβs - SociologyUniversity of California Santa BarbaraI attending UCSB and finished my degree in Sociology.
Work Experience
2019 - 2021
Case ManagerMomentum WORK, Inc. - Santa Barbara, United StatesI have plenty of experience with business English, and writing professionally. This will help students looking to improve their academic and professional level English.
Samantha is really an amazing teacher! Her teaching style is unique, prepares materials that are engaging and suits student's needs. She is also a very helpful and kind person! I am very glad I have found her on italki!
Dec 1, 2023
Soraya
27 English lessons
Teacherβs pick
Samantha is an incredible English teacher. She is patient, smiling and always caring. I love these classes, the topics are always very interesting. I recommend Samantha 1000%. I'm looking forward to the next lessons!
Sep 11, 2023
Jerry
75 English lessons
Teacherβs pick
A very good teacher, patient, professional,and good guidance!
Dec 2, 2022
Ben
5 English lessons
In today's lesson, we explored various informative and engaging topics, and I received bountiful feedback and valuable learning tips from her. I couldn't be happier about choosing her as my teacher in the first place, and I can't wait for our next lesson.
Apr 26, 2024
SerenLu
2 English lessons
This is my first lesson.Sam gave me a lot of encouragement.Time flies away.I look forward to the next class.
Apr 22, 2024
Valerio Fidanza
10 English lessons
Samantha is a great techer, the lessons are never boring.
Apr 9, 2024
Also teaches these Group Classes
18:30 - 19:30, May 7th
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Coffee and Chat! Fun Group Conversation! (Adults Only)