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Amanda
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English
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Spanish
Italian
Thai
Vietnamese
Speech Therapist & English Language Coach for Professionals | Sound Natural and Confident
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Italian
Thai
Vietnamese
Speech Therapist & English Language Coach for Professionals | Sound Natural and Confident
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From United StatesLiving in Los Angeles, United States (18:41 UTC+07:00)
About Me
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Hi! I’m Amanda — an American Speech Therapist and Accent Coach with 15 years of experience helping adults speak clear, natural English. I use professional speech-therapy techniques to diagnose your pronunciation and give simple, effective strategies that create fast improvement.
In my lessons, you’ll practice difficult sounds, rhythm, stress, and intonation, and receive clear, step-by-step feedback. If you want to sound more confident, natural, and easy to understand, I’d love to help. Book a trial and start your progress!Me as a Teacher
✨ What Makes My Lessons Different
As a speech therapist, I don’t just “teach English” — I analyze your pronunciation, identify exactly why certain sounds or patterns are challenging, and give you personalized techniques that make speaking easier and more natural.
My lessons are structured, supportive, and focused on real improvement. You’ll become more aware of how you speak and start noticing progress right away.
I’ll help you develop a smooth, natural, easy-to-understand American speaking style — the kind you hear in everyday conversations and movies.
If you want clear, effective, professional guidance, I’d love to help you reach your communication goals. My lessons & teaching style
✨I am a friendly, patient, and supportive teacher who designs each lesson around your goals and your interests. When learning feels meaningful and enjoyable, progress becomes much faster.
In my lessons, you will:
Practice clear American pronunciation (vowels, consonants, connected speech)
Learn the rhythm, stress, and melody of natural English
Receive simple, effective feedback based on speech-therapy techniques
Use real-life speaking practice for work, school, travel, and daily conversations
My goal is to help you feel confident, sound natural, and enjoy the process of improving your English.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Speech-Language & Hearing Sciences - San Diego State University - 2010With a master’s in Speech-Language Pathology and 15 years of experience, I specialize in pronunciation and accent reduction. I’ve helped learners from diverse backgrounds improve clarity, fluency, and confidence. My training in speech production and language learning allows me to create personalized lessons that reduce accents and build strong English communication skills.
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2010 - Current
Speech-Language PathologistI have 15 years of experience as a speech-language pathologist in Los Angeles public schools and private practice, working both in person and online. I’ve supported children and adults from diverse backgrounds in improving their speech, language, and communication skills. My experience allows me to adapt to each learner’s goals and learning style, creating engaging, personalized lessons for all ages and proficiency levels.
2011 - Current
Speech-Language PathologistI have 14 years of experience working in private practice with clients ranging from 18 months to 86 years old. I’ve helped individuals improve their speech, language, and communication skills through personalized, goal-focused sessions. Working with such a wide age range has given me the flexibility to adapt my approach to meet each person’s unique needs—whether it’s building early language skills or refining adult communication and pronunciation.
Education
2008 - 2010
Master's - Speech-Language & Hearing SciencesIn 2010, I earned a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, where I gained advanced training in diagnosing and assessing communication challenges across diverse populations. This program emphasized the importance of cultural and linguistic differences in how people communicate with a strong emphasis on bilingualism.
2006 - 2008
Bachelor’s - Speech-Language & Hearing SciencesI hold a bachelor's degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, which gave me a strong foundation in human communication. I studied phonetics, language development, speech disorders, and audiology—building a deep understanding of how speech and language work. This background plays a key role in how I teach pronunciation, grammar, and accent reduction in a clear and effective way.
Work Experience
2010 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
4.9
Rating
23
Students
84
Lessons
97%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
11 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Speak Like an American | Expert Accent Reduction Lessons
A1 - C2Language Essentials54 lessons completed
USD 14.00+
Package with 20% off
Speak with Confidence: Fun Conversational English Practice
A1 - C2Conversation19 lessons completed
USD 14.00+
Package with 20% off
Business English Conversations: Speak Confidently at Work
A1 - C2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 14.00+
Package with 20% off
English for Beginners: Start Speaking Today
A1 - B1Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 14.00+
Package with 20% off
English for Children: Fun Lessons for a Bright Future
A1 - C2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 14.00+
Package with 20% off
Availability
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Podcast (5)
6 Reviews
Annick
8 English lessons
Teacher Amanda is an excellent and very professional speech instructor. Her classes are well‑structured, engaging, and have helped my kids make real progress in their communication skills.
Feb 18, 2026
Juliet Joyce
16 English lessons
Amanda is amazing!!! I came to her for accent improvement and I learned so much already after one lesson! You can tell she knows what she's doing. Gave me so many great pointers. Thank you so much, I'm looking forward to more lessons and I'm sure I'll see the progress very soon with you.
Dec 30, 2025
Vladimir Ratnikov
2 English lessons
Amanda is incredibly knowledgeable and teaches things in an interesting and effective way. I received a ton of value from just 45 minutes with her.
Dec 11, 2025
Annick
8 English lessons
My son really enjoyed his first class with the speech therapist Amanda. He felt comfortable right away, and I could already see how engaged he was during the session. Amanda has a warm, professional approach that makes learning both fun and effective. We’re excited to continue the lessons and confident that our son will make great progress with her support. Highly recommended.
Jan 27, 2026
Ricky
1 English lesson
Very nice coach
Dec 22, 2025
Valeria Kazachenko
7 English lessons
I’ve had a few lessons with Amanda so far, and I’m really enjoying them! We’ve been working on my accent, and I can already see some progress. Amanda is incredibly kind and always checks if the lessons and exercises suit me. Highly recommend
Oct 18, 2025
Trial Lesson
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