Maria Carla Maraan

Smart Lesson

Professional Teacher

Teaches

English

Speaks

Filipino (Tagalog)

Native

Japanese

Teaches

English

Speaks

Filipino (Tagalog)

Native

Japanese

About Me

Resume & Certificates

From PhilippinesLiving in Other, Philippines (18:29 UTC+08:00)

About Me

italki teacher since May 11, 2026

InterestsScienceBusiness & FinanceMedical & HealthcareMusicTech

Professional English Educator | Business & Gamified Learning Hi! I’m Carla, an educator and virtual professional with over 15 years of experience. I speak with a neutral accent and a clear, easy-to-follow Australian lilt. With a C2 English Mastery, TESOL certification, and a background at JPMorgan Chase, I bring a professional, tech-forward edge to every lesson. My Mission: Teach You HOW to Think I don't believe in rote memorization. My "Teach to Think" philosophy focuses on logic and strategy. I help you deconstruct the language so you can build your own original thoughts and communicate with genuine confidence. What to Expect in My Classroom: Active Exercise: We focus on the "why" behind the conversation, ensuring you maximize your talk-time and solve real-world language challenges. Tailor-Fitted Curriculum: After our demo, I customize our path. Whether we use your specific textbook or my custom materials, the lessons pivot to your goals—from Business English to academic foundations. Gamified Learning: From Minecraft-themed quests to interactive "Problem-Solving Quests," I make complex topics engaging and easy to grasp for all levels. Reliability Guaranteed Your learning is never interrupted. I teach from a soundproof private studio equipped with 300Mbps Fiber, UPS, and Generator backup to ensure 100% technical stability. Let’s stop translating words and start communicating ideas. Book your session and let’s tailor-fit your success!

My teaching material

Audio files
Flashcards
PDF file
Text Documents
Presentation slides/PPT
Quizzes
Articles and news
Image files
Video files

Certificates

120 hour TESOL Certificate Course - International Open Academy - 2020

Certificate verified

Teaching experience

2018 - 2020

Online ESL TrainorAcadsoc, iTutor Group, Palfish - ChinaTrained English secondary language students to improve communication skills and to pass TOEFL and TESOL.

2020 - 2023

Online ESL TrainorNovakid - Russian FederationDelivered interactive ESL lessons to young learners in Europe, aligning with CEFR standards. Used a "Teach to Think" approach, prioritizing logic over memorization. Implemented gamified learning with Roblox and Minecraft themes to drive engagement. Successfully trained students to master their curriculum and pass proficiency benchmarks. Maintained 100% uptime with a professional, high-performance remote setup. Focused on building confidence and critical thinking in every session.

2023 - 2025

Online ESL TrainorBestone - ChinaEnglish Debate Trainer Taught Specializations: Business English, IELTS training, and International News (Free Talk) E-Books/Curricula Taught: International Law, IELTS, TOEFL, Business English (with Free Talk), Reader Explorer, Power Up, Oxford Discover, Starlight, WoderSkills, Let's Go, and Oxford Phonics World.

2026 - Current

Online Math and English TutorRuvimo - United StatesOnline Tutor | RUVIMO Dedicated K-12 tutor providing curriculum-based Math and English instruction. I specialize in preparing students for school exams by focusing on my "Teach to Think" philosophy, which builds logic and problem-solving skills alongside subject mastery. By aligning lessons with specific school requirements, I help students bridge knowledge gaps and gain the confidence needed to pass exams. I utilize a stable, high-performance tech setup to ensure a focused, interruption-free l

Education

2002 - 2006

Bachelor’s - Business Administration -MarketingCentro Escolar University

Work Experience

2006 - 2006

Marketing Assistant & Floor ManagerChannel 37 UNTV station - PhilippinesI assisted the "What's Up Doc?" program on UNTV 37 with administrative and support tasks to execute marketing and promotional strategies.

2006 - 2016

Bank Support SpecialistJ.P. Morgan Chase & Co. & GMAC bank - United StatesAssisted card member managers and customers on credit card and auto loan payments, billing queries, and plates registration. Assisted clients in repayment plans to fix their credit scores out from foreclosed mortgage loans.

2017 - 2018

B2B Executive AssistantChanel Partners Inc. - United StatesHandled calendar, records, email management, email support, meeting agenda, product sourcing, and product research.

2006 - 2010

Telecom SpecialistOptus - AustraliaBroadband & Postpaid Specialist | Optus Expertly managed NBN/Broadband and postpaid mobile solutions for the Australian market. Specialised in plan optimization, hardware troubleshooting, and contract management for residential and business clients. Resolved complex billing and technical roadblocks to ensure seamless onboarding and high retention. Delivered tailored advice on mobile fleet transitions and data solutions. Maintained high KPIs while navigating the intricate AU telecomm