Hi! I’m Yena. I’m a travel bug and excited to meet new people from all over the world and share Korean language and culture with you! <3
What I love🤍
▪️traveling
I’ve lived and worked in Vancouver, Canada for 3 years, and even guided tours in Spain for a year. I’ve visited over 15 countries. I'm a real travel bug who loves meeting new people!
▪️cultural activities
I enjoy listening to music and watching dramas and musicals. I love finding creative ways to connect Korean learning with real life through songs, shows, or stories. 🌿
▪️animals
I have two adorable dogs who always keep me busy. they make my days full of little tasks, but they’re just too lovely to resist. 🐶
Me as a Teacher
I have over 10 years of experience teaching English to Korean students.
My background as a language teacher helps me explain grammar and pronunciation in an easy and supportive way.
While living in Canada for three years, I shared Korean language and culture with my friends, which sparked my interest in teaching Korean.
My lessons & teaching style
-Warm and comfortable class atmosphere
-Speaking-focused practical practice
-Gentle error correction
-Personalized step-by-step curriculum
-English explanations available (beginners welcome)
My teaching material
PDF file
Text Documents
Presentation slides/PPT
Audio files
Image files
Video files
Articles and news
Quizzes
Homework Assignments
Teaching experience
2015 - Current
private tutorprivate - Republic of Koreataught English to Korean elementary, middle, and high school students, helping them prepare for school exams and the Korean SAT (CSAT).
Education
2006 - 2010
Bachelor’s - Library and Information scienceDongduk women's university
5.0
Rating
10
Students
44
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
92%
Response rate
5.0
Rating
10
Students
44
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
92%
Response rate
Korean Lessons
Trial Lesson
2 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
Korean for Beginners: Learn Hangul, Basic Words, and Patterns
A1 - A2Language Essentials11 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 9% off
Free Talking Class: Speak Naturally and Get Grammar Feedback
B2 - C2Language Essentials2 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 9% off
Intermediate Korean: Speak Naturally with Real-Life Expressions
B1 - B2Language Essentials29 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 9% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
8 Reviews
Bridget
10 Korean lessons
I love that I am learning both vocabulary and grammar with Yena 선생님, in addition to practicing speaking. Her classes are fun and she speaks very softly and doesn't rush you or the class so it is a very relaxed atmosphere. I definitely recommend her!
Feb 7, 2026
Bridget
10 Korean lessons
I am really enjoying my weekly classes with Yena 선생님! She gives a really good balance of speaking practice and learning new vocabulary/grammar. The material she creates for her classes is always so well done and engaging, and I appreciate the documents she sends after class even if I don't always have time to complete the homework I still go back and review the material when I have time and it is very helpful. I definitely recommend her!
Jan 10, 2026
Chi Chia Chen
4 Korean lessons
Great explanations and very patient! Always encouraging every lesson.
Dec 3, 2025
Bridget
10 Korean lessons
We covered so much in today's class. Because of time zone differences I am only able to take one lesson a week with Yena 선생님 but so much is provided in the lessons that once weekly is sufficient. I already have plenty to review from our lessons and I know both the vocabulary and grammar I am learning in her class will really level up my Korean skills.
Jan 24, 2026
Bridget
10 Korean lessons
Another really fun lesson with Yena 선생님! I really like the structure of the lessons. I learn both grammar and vocabulary while practicing speaking. I've only had 3 lessons with her so far but have already learned a lot. She gives a vocabulary document that she updates with each lesson, shares the material from the class with notes, and gives homework. It is very comprehensive and I recommend her for intermediate students like me who are trying to really strengthen their Korean skills to be more natural and, one day, achieve fluency.
Dec 6, 2025
Chi Chia Chen
4 Korean lessons
Your teaching is clear, organized, and highly engaging. I feel very supported!