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Kristine Interviews
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Professional TeacherTeaches
English
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Spanish
Portuguese
Specialties
BusinessTEFL-Certified | Interview Prep for ESL Professionals (Jobs, Residency, Fellowship, Grad School)
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Portuguese
Specialties
BusinessTEFL-Certified | Interview Prep for ESL Professionals (Jobs, Residency, Fellowship, Grad School)
About Me
Resume & Certificates
From United StatesLiving in Kansas City, United States (09:46 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Apr 19, 2016InterestsReadingMedical & HealthcareWritingEnvironment & NatureTravel
I’m a 5-star communication and career coach who helps ESL professionals strengthen communication skills for high-stakes goals, including competitive jobs, residencies and fellowships, and top university admissions.
I’m a TEFL-certified teacher and Certified Employment Interview Professional (PARWCC) with a background in international project management, marketing/communications, and grant writing. I’ve also interviewed in Spanish, so I understand the challenges of succeeding in a second language.
My coaching focuses on building confidence, clear professional storytelling, and culturally effective interview communication. Each lesson is tailored to your goals, with targeted practice, structured feedback (across 24 criteria), and practical tools for improvement between sessions. We work on organizing strong answers, managing nerves, and communicating with clarity and impact.
I also create career resources for job seekers, including a 5-hour course for ESL professionals, the Express to Impress podcast, and articles for Indeed, The Muse, and HuffPost.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Certified Employment Interview Professional - PARWCC - 2020The Certified Employment Interview Professional (CEIP) certification, offered by the Professional Association of Résumé Writers & Career Coaches, requires at least two years of experience in career coaching or a related field, completion of specialized training, and passing an exam. It certifies expertise in interview techniques, coaching clients on preparation, answering questions, and building confidence. The certification supports career coaches in their services for job seekers.
Certificate verified
TEFL Certificate - ACCREDITAT - 2016160-hour Premier Plus TEFL course
Certificate verified
Certified Nonprofit Professional Certificate - Nonprofit Leadership Alliance - 2005The Certified Nonprofit Professional or CNP is the only national nonprofit management credential in the U.S. Earners of this credential have successfully completed a rigorous leadership development program that includes assessed coursework and applied learning opportunities, such as internships, consulting projects, and service-learning activities. Research shows that CNPs have the critical skills and networks necessary for successful leadership in the nonprofit sector.
Certificate verified
Education
2005 - 2005
Other - Cultura Latinoamericana y ComposiciónSpanish Language Study Courses:
-Cultura Latinoamericana
-Composición
2009 - 2013
Master's - Global and International StudiesSpecialization in Middle East Studies and Peace and Conflict
2004 - 2004
Other - Spanish Language and International Business StudiesSpanish Language and International Business Studies
2001 - 2005
Bachelor’s - International Business & Spanish; Business AdminBA, International Business and Spanish
BS, Business Admin with an emphasis in Management/Leadership
Work Experience
2015 - 2016
Director of Business Development & MarketingI located, developed and maintained business relationships, and secured new service contracts and preferred service provider agreements.
2014 - 2014
Marketing and Strategic Communications ManagerI planned and implemented marketing campaigns for the Bloch Executive MBA program, open enrollment programs and special events. Marketing campaigns included media planning and placement, social media presence, and working with videographers to interview clients.
2013 - 2014
Research and Program ConsultantI provided research analysis, program evaluation, and reporting services for Bloch Executive Education, extending to international programs, custom programs and the Executive MBA.
2006 - 2013
Director of Student ChaptersAs the coordinator, manager, and eventual director of the PTPI Student Chapter Program, I created key documents for PTPI’s Student Chapter curriculum; recruited and trained students for the chapter program; conceived and launched new programs; and set goals, measured outcomes, and reported outcomes.
2004 - 2006
Volunteer Coordinator InternI recruited and trained volunteers; coordinated a job shadow and workplace tours program; created marketing and PR materials; and assisted with special events.
2003 - 2004
Match Advocate and Case Aide InternI interviewed potential volunteers, traveled to children's homes to carry out interviews, supervised adult and child matches to ensure healthy and meaningful relationships; and assisted in the planning and implementation of events and fundraisers.
2014 - Current
AuthorI am editing and exploring publication options for a guidebook I wrote for ambitious teens and twenty-somethings that want to learn skills to lead, organize, and achieving team goals.
2016 - Current
Freelance researcher, writer & editorThe scope of my contracts include:
• Nonfiction research and writing
• Academic research
• Business writing
• Curriculum development
• Editing
• Nonprofit program design and evaluation
Work profile: www.upwork.com/fl/kristineknutter
2013 - 2013
Adjunct ProfessorCourses:
SVL 101 – Introduction to Service Learning
SVL 201/LSP 201 – Strategies and Resources for Meeting Human Needs
Overview:
I built and taught service-learning curriculum that allowed students to explore various perspectives about service through the study of non-profit organizations and individual service models along with individual service projects at non-profit organizations. The curriculum covered strategies to address poverty and homelessness.
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Students
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519 lessons completed
USD 40.00+
INTERVIEWING *Doctors / Physicians (Residency & Fellowship) *Job Seekers *Students / Academic
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Podcast (75)
734 Reviews
Rachel_
2 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I had a mock interview lesson and received lots of super effective feedback from Kristine! She is the best!!
Nov 26, 2025
Luuu
1 English lesson
Teacher’s pick
I highly recommend Kristine's interview course, both for the preparation, the in-class conversations, and the valuable advice she gave that I felt helped me to have better answers and behaviors to the interview questions. Finally thank you, Kristine, you made me feel like I could trust you completely :)
Nov 13, 2021
Lu Yuwen
16 English lessons
An excellent teacher clearly defines learning objectives and provides abundant learning resources to support effective learning.
Jan 11, 2026
Dima Birenbaum
2 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
The best teacher ever and very helpful. Many tips and insights using modern technologies make even better the breakdown of critical points and make preparation even better. Very grateful
Aug 4, 2023
Lu Yuwen
16 English lessons
I really enjoyed the content and pacing you arranged today. Kristine is an excellent coach.
Apr 4, 2026
Nancy Jin
3 English lessons
Kristine is professional to help you prepare the interview and other relevant to your career.
Mar 24, 2024
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