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Erica Whitsell
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Japanese
Energetic, Experienced English Conversation Teacher in Tokyo
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Japanese
Energetic, Experienced English Conversation Teacher in Tokyo
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From United StatesLiving in Tokyo, Japan (09:48 UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 27, 2025InterestsHistoryMarketingPets & AnimalsTravelFashion & Beauty
🌟 Hello! Thank you for taking the time to view my profile.🌟
My name is Erica and I'm from Philadelphia, PA, USA but I currently live in Tokyo, Japan. I am a full-time English instructor in Japan where I teach one-on-one English lessons. As I was born and raised in the United States, I'm a native speaker of English with a neutral accent.
I love cats and I have 3 cats of my own. I also enjoy traveling, shopping, cooking, watching YouTube and TikTok videos, and more.Me as a Teacher
Highlights:
🌟 I currently teach natural, conversational and business English full-time in Tokyo, Japan
🌟 I mainly teach adults but I also teach children
🌟 I enjoy typing notes during lessons that include corrections, alternate phrases, and new vocabulary for students
I have been teaching English in Japan for almost 2 years, and I have taught thousands of students. I have a laid back yet professional approach to teaching, and my goal is to make you feel comfortable while reaching your goals in a timely manner. I love teaching idioms and nuanced language, and I'm very skilled at explaining vocabulary in grammar using easy-to-understand methods.My lessons & teaching style
I pride myself on using a relaxed yet professional teaching style where anyone can feel comfortable communicating. During our first lesson I will assess your current level and make recommendations based on your goals. I can teach casual, everyday English as well as business English, and I speak with a clear American accent. I have experience teaching TOEIC and IELTS material as well.
During our first lesson we will get to know each other and assess your level as well as discuss your goals so that your lessons can be tailored to your needs.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
5.0
Rating
5
Students
8
Lessons
80%
Attendance rate
92%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
2 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Beginner English Conversation Practice
A1 - A2Conversation5 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 10% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
2 Reviews
K***
4 English lessons
Erica is full of teaching experience. She’s been a huge help to me in preparing speeches in English. As a second language learner, it’s not easy to write and deliver a well-structured speech that’s both easy to read and engaging for the audience. Erica has been wonderful in helping me refine my writing to make it more natural and effective.
She also gives excellent advice on intonation and flow, which is so important when speaking in a second language. Her feedback, coming from the perspective of a native speaker, is truly valuable. I believe having guidance from a native English speaker like Erica is essential if you want to take your English skills to an advanced level.
Jun 22, 2025
Katie Leung
4 English lessons
Erica is amazing! I really enjoyed my time with her. She’s kind, patient, and attentive. She quickly understood my challenges with pronunciation and helped me improve through clear, guided examples. I learned so much in just one class. With regular lessons from Erica, I’m confident anyone can make great progress.
Jun 22, 2025

Trial Lesson
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