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Johanna Kapsis
Professional TeacherTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Other
Specialties
MedicalTEFL-certified teacher who loves the performing arts and has over 2 years of working with children!
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Other
Specialties
MedicalTEFL-certified teacher who loves the performing arts and has over 2 years of working with children!
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From United StatesLiving in San Diego, United States (15:05 UTC-08:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Nov 14, 2025InterestsEnvironment & NaturePets & AnimalsMusicTravelFood
After graduating college, I decided I wanted to gain life experience and travel while teaching English online. I love traveling because of the new perspectives it brings me and trying all the great food around the world! My goal is to become fluent in Spanish and learn salsa dancing while traveling in Latin America.
Eventually, I aspire to earn a master's degree in School Psychology. But first, I hope to gain valuable teaching experience through iTalki to help prepare for my future career.Me as a Teacher
I specialize in working with children because I am passionate about youth development and education. As an after-school program leader, I plan and teach curriculums for K-5th graders including arts and crafts, science projects, and physical activities. Though I enjoy leading large groups of students, I love working one-on-one with students because it allows a more personal connection and I can better support their individual needs.
I also volunteer with ENGin Program as an online English teacher for Ukrainian adults. After 3 months, I have helped them improve their pronunciation and grammar, and they report that it is easier to understand and communicate in English in their daily lives. My lessons & teaching style
In my student-centered lessons, I use a variety of class materials and see what works best with each individual student. I always start with an ice-breaker prompt to connect with my students and get them comfortable being themselves in class. For example, if the lesson is about ordering food, I'll have students discuss the question "what is your favorite restaurant?" in small groups, then as a class. It is important that all my students are involved with the discussions, and that the students are talking more than the teacher. So, I don't mind if students are a little noisy during group work! Lastly, I support experiential learning by using realia, role plays, and task-based activities.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
Certificates
Teaching English as a Foreign Language - International TEFL Academy - 2025I completed 150 hours of coursework and over 20 practicum hours, actively teaching and shadowing other talented English teachers.
Certificate verified
CPR - American Red Cross - 2025
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2025 - Current
8th Grade Math TutorThis was a temporary position where I tutored for a semester between January-April 2025. I tutored mathematics online for two 8th grade students from a low-income school in Phoenix, and gained meaningful leadership experience through meeting my students where they are and helping them reach their academic goals.
2025 - Current
After-School Program LeaderThis position has given me plentiful opportunities to grow as a teacher by enhancing academics, protecting student safety, and learning from challenging situations. Each day, I see my students shine brighter and grow in amazing ways, and I am proud to play a role in their educational journey.
2025 - Current
Volunteer English TeacherI lead weekly 1-on-1 English conversations via video chat with a student from Kyiv, Ukraine, assisting him with English language proficiency while building a meaningful and supportive relationship. I use both ENGin-provided session materials and original ideas to curate lesson plans that match the student’s individual goals and interests. Using an initial needs analysis and monthly check-ins, I track his progress and regularly apply new techniques to support his English needs.
Education
2023 - 2025
Bachelor’s - B.A. Psychology, minor in SociologyI focused on education and child development, taking classes such as Education for Students with Disabilities, Middle Childhood and Adolescence, and Human Learning and Memory.
Work Experience
2025 - Current
After-School Program LeaderThis position has given me plentiful opportunities to grow as a teacher by enhancing academics, protecting student safety, and learning from challenging situations. Each day, I see my students shine brighter and grow in amazing ways, and I am proud to play a role in their educational journey.
5.0
Rating
14
Students
54
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
90%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
5 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
English Conversation
B1 - C2Language Essentials38 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 6% off
Structured English Lesson (beginner-advanced)
A1 - C2Language Essentials11 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 8% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
5 Reviews
Ale
6 English lessons
She always is a good teacher!
Jan 5, 2026
Eduardo Cegala
2 English lessons
Very supportive and friendly, she keeps the conversation going smoothie even when she corrects a mistake that I make
Can’t wait to have another lesson
Dec 12, 2025
Ale
6 English lessons
She is very polite and friendly; I recommend her for an excellent English class.
Nov 20, 2025
Alexander
6 English lessons
I’ve had 5 speaking lessons with Johanna, and they were easy, fun, and relaxed. It was great to share my thoughts freely and discuss different topics. I really felt a boost in my speaking skills and confidence. Thank you, Johanna, for your attentiveness, friendliness, and creating such a comfortable learning atmosphere. Have a great Christmas and enjoy the holidays!
Dec 18, 2025
Ertu
5 English lessons
We began our journey with Johanna with just a few lessons, but I can already see how dedicated and hardworking she is as a teacher. She explains everything in detail and provides exactly what I need in our lessons
Dec 11, 2025
Trial Lesson
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