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Dena
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Community TutorTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Norwegian
Spanish
Chinese (Mandarin)
Specialties
Test PreparationInternational Business, CELTA & 17 + yrs teaching. Let's do this together!
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Norwegian
Spanish
Chinese (Mandarin)
Specialties
Test PreparationInternational Business, CELTA & 17 + yrs teaching. Let's do this together!
About Me
Resume & Certificates
From United StatesLiving in Other, Norway (02:58 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Sep 8, 2016InterestsTravelFilms & TV SeriesBusiness & FinanceTechMarketing
Let's chat! Express yourself! Feelings! Opinions! Sales situations! And have fun! My calendar is OPEN, AND I am happy to make time that fits your schedule. Just ask! Your goals for learning English are my priority. Confidence, job interviews, speak your mind, share interests, frustrations, wishes. I work with all ages, all levels A1-C2 ! And can help with test practice, job presentations, & travel English. Of course grammar- it is always good to have a working foundation of good grammar, and I can help, just by listening, correcting, and best, explaining why English can seem so tough at times. Reading, literature or listening practice, and discussion are all great ways to learn. I sure enjoy using all of these! MOST important, I know how hard it can be to learn another language, so let's work together.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
CELTA - Cambridge Univ ESOL - 2012
Teaching experience
1982 - 1984
ESL TeacherAdults and Children levels A1-B1
2012 - 2015
ESL teacherAll classes were via Skype with individuals or Groups - Focus of fluent business conversation and negotiations, including constructing emails and memos
2012 - Current
ESLPrivate classes self administered, with concentration on specialized learning including debate, reading comprehension, writing, humor, and business
2016 - Current
English TeacherSEE my review and my history! Teaching Conversation and Business skills English
2011 - 2012
ESL Teacher
Education
1991 - 1993
Master's - Policy/Finance International AdminMasters of Public Administration concentration Finance
1984 - 1985
Bachelor’s - EconomicsInternational Economics
Post two year Engineering requirement
Work Experience
2006 - 2012
Chief Financial Officer• Evaluate and govern all internal operations and business practices and policies, ensuring smooth management of state and local reporting, agency and project specific budgeting, accounting, payroll, human resource benefits, contracting, purchasing, information technology systems, and state and local compliance for $3 billion project and administrative budget.
• Generate and collaborate on HR policies and procedures, including guidelines for hiring, reviews, and disciplinary actions, confidenti
2003 - 2006
Controller• Supervised federal, state and local grants management and reporting for $11 million human services organization, A/R, A/P, payroll, budgeting, grant and financial audits, procurement, and human resources. Supervised staff of 6.
• Designed and streamlined office procedures and internal controls, collaborated with programs, organizing data management, accounting and procurement systems; trained grants management staff improving reporting procedures, and accounting staff in environment with hist
5.0
Rating
308
Students
1,664
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
183 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
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A1 - C2Language Essentials1,280 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 14% off
Business English, Sales and Discussion
B1 - C2Conversation140 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 19% off
Preparation and Debate
B1 - C1Test Preparation0 lessons completed
USD 24.00+
Package with 5% off
Availability
540 Reviews
Emma
34 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I'm 13 years old, Dena has been helping me with my English for almost a year, she is very kind and patient, she talks about school activities with me and daily lives as well, she helps me with my grammar, pronunciation and we also talk about a lot of different interesting topics, definitely recommend to you all.
Oct 6, 2025
Lexi
77 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Again, I had a great class with Dena.
I wrote a short article before this class. We talked about this article. Dena helped me with grammar and wording. I also talked about what happened in my life. Dena gave some really helpful advice.
Dena is nice, patient and professional. I highly recommend her!
May 29, 2024
alice zheng
1 English lesson
The lesson was highly effective, Dena provided clear guidance,feedback, and practical suggestions to improve my speaking skills. It was a very valuable session.
Apr 14, 2026
Noan
56 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
DENA is great and patient. She helped me get a new job and helps me when I’m going to conferences to be confident.
Sep 21, 2025
Kate Arch.
54 English lessons
Dena is like your favourite grandma! She’s always supportive in your English journey and very easy to talk to. We focus on different things: sometimes pronunciation, grammar, essays, or just a nice chat with corrections.
Yesterday, for example, I learned what “high tolerance for something/someone” means in English. We were talking about traveling, and she mentioned having a high tolerance for risk. I found this inspiring and motivating, especially when it comes to trying new things.
I highly recommend her! :)
Apr 20, 2026
Momo
8 English lessons
Dena is the best teacher I have ever met. She teaches me how to make complete sentences . She is very patient and easy-going.Recommend her to all of you.
Mar 1, 2026
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