Jared Smith
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Jared Smith
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Certified ESL Teacher with over 8 years of experience, including business and IELTS
Teaches
English
Speaks
Certified ESL Teacher with over 8 years of experience, including business and IELTS
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
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From United StatesLiving in Tartu, Estonia (14:40 UTC+03:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Feb 3, 2025InterestsMusicScienceSports & Fitness
I bring a global perspective to my work, shaped by years of teaching and living in diverse cultural settings. With a Master’s in Education and a strong background in philosophy, I’m passionate about fostering critical thinking and meaningful engagement in learning a language.
Outside of teaching, I enjoy exploring how technology shapes the way we learn and communicate, often writing about these intersections in my free time. My experience includes working with students of varying levels and goals, from mastering English for professional growth to achieving top scores in proficiency exams.
In all that I do, I aim to create connections—between ideas, people, and opportunities.Me as a Teacher
With over 8 years of teaching experience in ESL, Business English, and test preparation, I’ve helped students from diverse backgrounds achieve their language goals. Holding a Master’s in Education and having taught internationally, I understand the challenges of learning English and tailor lessons to each student’s needs.
I’m passionate about creating an engaging, supportive environment where learners feel confident to excel. Whether a student is preparing for an exam, enhancing workplace communication, or simply improving fluency, my lessons are designed to help with personalized success.My lessons & teaching style
When it comes to online teaching, my lessons are adaptive,student-centered, highly interactive, goal-oriented, and tailored to individual needs. I focus on creating an engaging virtual classroom environment where students feel supported and challenged.
For Business English, I emphasize real-world applications like email writing, presentations, and negotiation skills. Each session is structured around practical scenarios to ensure students can immediately apply what they’ve learned. Test preparation lessons (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge exams) are strategically designed to focus on exam techniques, time management, and strengthening weaker areas.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
60-HOUR TEFL CERTIFICATE - Bridge - 2015
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2020 - Current
Online TutorI have extensive experience delivering engaging and interactive online English lessons to students of all ages and proficiency levels. I design custom lesson plans tailored to individual goals and cultural contexts, utilizing innovative teaching tools and platforms to foster effective virtual learning environments. By providing continuous feedback and progress reports, I ensure measurable improvement in language skills. I am proficient in tailoring lessons to meet the specific needs of students.
2022 - 2023
Social Studies TeacherProficient in developing and implementing engaging curricula aligned with international IB standards, fostering critical thinking and cross-cultural understanding, I am skilled at creating inclusive learning environments that cater to the diverse needs and backgrounds of English Language Learners (ELLs). By utilizing diverse resources and multimedia tools, I ensure social studies concepts are accessible and relevant to ELLs, promoting meaningful engagement and deeper comprehension.
2019 - 2020
LecturerI instructed students in Western philosophy and cultural studies to enhance their understanding of societal differences. Proficient in designing comprehensive IELTS curricula tailored to the specific needs and proficiency levels of university students, I bring expertise in familiarizing learners with the IELTS format and requirements, including strategies for time management and test-taking techniques. My instruction was in all four skill areas—Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
2017 - 2018
ESL and Social Studies TeacherI taught ESL and Social Studies, focusing on language skills, critical thinking, and cultural awareness. I designed tailored lesson plans, integrated interactive methods to enhance engagement, and emphasized global citizenship through Social Studies. Additionally, I improved students’ language proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing for academic and practical use.
2016 - 2017
ESL TeacherI taught ESL classes to students of varying proficiency levels, focusing on communication, grammar, and critical thinking. I designed interactive lessons using multimedia tools to enhance engagement and language acquisition. Specializing in test preparation, I emphasized strategies for listening, reading, writing, and speaking. Regular assessments informed tailored instruction, and I also coached debate teams for national competitions.
2015 - 2016
Student TeacherI conducted engaging history lessons for high school students, aligning with state and national standards. I designed lesson plans on critical historical events to foster analytical thinking and contextual understanding. Through assessments, I provided constructive feedback to support student improvement. Utilizing multimedia resources and interactive activities, I enhanced engagement and comprehension while collaborating with a supervising teacher to adapt strategies for diverse learning needs.
Education
2015 - 2016
Master's - Education
2020 - 2022
Master's - Philosophy
Work Experience
2023 - 2024
PhD StudentResearching the use of AI for education
English Lessons
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Intermediate English Practice
B1 - B2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
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Advanced English Practice
C1 - C2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
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Basic English Pratice
A1 - A2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
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