Certified TEFL Teacher | Learn at Your Own Pace | Practical, Engaging Lessons
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Certified TEFL Teacher | Learn at Your Own Pace | Practical, Engaging Lessons
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
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From United StatesLiving in Aguascalientes, Mexico (23:35 UTC-06:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Dec 23, 2024
InterestsTravelTechFilms & TV SeriesMusicFood
Hi there! I’m Riley, and I’m from sunny California. I’m a big fan of exploring the world around me, whether it’s through hiking scenic trails or getting lost in a great movie.
I love connecting with people from different backgrounds and learning about their stories. As someone passionate about languages and culture, I enjoy combining my interests to make every interaction meaningful and fun.
When I’m not teaching or learning something new myself, you’ll probably find me planning my next trip, catching up on movies,
Looking forward to meeting you and helping you reach your English goals!
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Me as a Teacher
I have over three years of teaching experience. I have a TEFL certificate which stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. It refers to teaching English to non-native speakers in countries where English is not the primary language. With this certificate, I am qualified to teach English in classrooms, online, or even one-on-one lessons. It’s a widely recognized certification for English teachers worldwide!
My lessons & teaching style
I’m always happy to adjust my lessons and teaching style to fit your needs and preferences. I like to think of learning a language as similar to going to the gym. Just as you’d work out all your muscles for balanced fitness, I believe it’s important to practice all your language skills—reading, writing, speaking, listening, vocabulary, and grammar.
And just like building muscles, learning a language takes time, dedication, and consistent effort! I will also be here to help you set achievable goals, create a study plan that works for you, and provide helpful resources to use outside the classroom. Together, we can make steady progress toward your language-learning goals!
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Certificates
Advanced Certificate - Via Lingua - 2023120 hours of instruction including 10 hours of observed student teaching
(English for intermediate students) Inglés para estudiantes intermedios
A2 - B1Language Essentials278 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 8% off
(English for upper intermediate students) Inglés para estudiantes de nivel intermedio superior
B2 - C1Language Essentials140 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 8% off
Advanced ESL Course for Mastery and Fluency
C1 - C2Language Essentials54 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 8% off
1-on-1 Online Writing Classes
A2 - C2Language Essentials6 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 8% off
American English Pronunciation: Speak Clearly & Confidently
A1 - C1Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 8% off
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37 Reviews
Johnny
53 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I wanted to have a few classes with Riley before posting a testimony. He’s kind and has great listening skills. And while kindness is always appreciated, I think it’s the listening that really makes the difference when it comes to teaching. I had tried a few other teachers before him, just to get a sense of different styles, and some showed signs of impatience or seemed more focused on talking than listening. Which is fine, but when you’re practicing, what you really need is someone who listens, corrects, and stays aware of the communication between both of you — and Riley does that very well.
Oct 17, 2025
Willian Castro
9 English lessons
Another great lesson with Riley!
Mar 16, 2026
Ana Pedroza
3 English lessons
Excelentes las clases y la atención 👏
Mar 2, 2026
Marcelo
2 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Riley’s an awesome teacher — super chill and open to talking about anything. He’s great at switching things up when needed and made me feel totally comfortable from day one. He’s super organized and really listens when I speak. Can’t recommend him enough!
Jun 19, 2025
Ana Pedroza
3 English lessons
Excelente como siempre...
Mi hijo aprende y disfruta cada clase!
Mar 6, 2026
Ana Pedroza
3 English lessons
Mi hijo apenas inició y le encantó!
Su clase fue muy estructurada, el profesor es muy profesional y su método muy eficiente. :)