From United StatesLiving in Philadelphia, United States (08:20 UTC-04:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jul 12, 2021
InterestsWritingMusicTravelFilms & TV Series
Hi, everyone! I’m Brittany. Welcome to Theatre & English! I’m an actor, writer, and director from the United States, and I can't wait to connect with you through theatre, storytelling, and great conversations!
Outside of teaching, I enjoy fitness, playing the violin, and continuing my own German language journey. I’m also a member of Toastmasters International, where I'm honing my public speaking and leadership skills.
AS A TEACHER:
I value genuine connection and creating a positive, engaging learning environment. I bring a lot of energy to my lessons and encourage my students to do the same. Come ready to participate, explore, and enjoy the process!
😀 Students: Adults (B1–C2)
🎭 Materials: Provided via Google Drive (or bring your own!)
🗓️ Schedule: Posted one month at a time
🚫 Policy: Lessons canceled within 24 hours are charged in full
LESSON STRUCTURE:
🠶 First, we'll begin with natural conversation. Feel free to share photos, videos, or updates from your week.
🠶 Then, we'll focus on your goals: scenes & monologues / poems & short stories / creative writing / conversation.
🠶 Lastly, we'll make a plan for the next lesson.
Each student has a private Google Drive folder where we track progress and materials. This is where I'll upload personalized notes and homework after every class.
🌟 Don't have access to Google? Don’t worry - I’ve got you covered! 🌟
Book a lesson, and let’s develop your confidence and creativity together. I can't wait to meet you!
My teaching material
PDF file
Text Documents
Audio files
Image files
Video files
Homework Assignments
Certificates
TEFL - International TEFL Academy - 2022
Certificate verified
Education
2012 - 2016
Bachelor’s - Dramatic WritingSavannah College of Art & DesignMajored in Dramatic Writing with a concentration in screenwriting. Minored in Performing Arts, with a focus on theater and acting for film and television.
Work Experience
2007 - 2016
Tutor & International Student Peer MentorUniversities - Various, United States
2008 - 2023
Actor & DirectorVarious - Various, United States
2020 - 2021
English Language Classroom AssistantHigh School - United States
5.0
Rating
314
Students
1,829
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
5.0
Rating
314
Students
1829
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
82 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Scenes & Monologues (Theatre Class)
B1 - C2Language Essentials1,023 lessons completed
USD 32.00+
Package with 30% off
Poems & Short Stories (Reading Class)
B1 - C2Language Essentials314 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Package with 30% off
Chatterbox (Conversation Class)
B1 - C2Language Essentials276 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Package with 30% off
Creative Writing (Writing Class)
B1 - C2Language Essentials90 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Package with 30% off
Availability
306 Reviews
Teacher Lutz
34 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
A true diamond among all teachers with excellent material, patience and understanding of how to listen and teach
Feb 29, 2024
Viktar
3 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Our initial session with Brittanie zoomed by! She skillfully structured the lesson, starting with a delightful questionnaire and diving into discussions about challenges and goals. The class provided ample opportunities for speaking, reading, and self-expression. Brittanie's assistance was outstanding, offering considerate and positive feedback. Post-class, she sent a follow-up summarizing crucial points and proposing a plan for our next engaging lesson—I'm eagerly anticipating it!
Jan 26, 2024
Arian Gutiérrez
37 English lessons
Amazing as always. She explained some vocabulary to me in a very clear way, and I'm ready to use them in my daily life. I had questions about pronunciation, which is my Achilles heel because there are so many ways to pronounce English words. She explained it to me with ease and provided a lot of examples. Thank you
Apr 7, 2026
Rikako Watanabe
5 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Brittany is, simply speaking, she is the best.
I had to urgently boost my American accent skills for the English speaking project in Germany, and with just an hour online session with her, not only I developed my understanding of the accent, but also I gained my confidence. She knows exactly what my tongue is doing, and exactly how I need to change it. What a fantastic coach! Can't recommend her enough. Thank you, Brittany!
Feb 23, 2024
Harriet Bai
4 English lessons
Britney is a very special teacher. She is warm, genuine, and full of positive energy. Talking with her doesn’t feel like a formal lesson — it feels like a real conversation that helps you open up and express yourself more freely.
What I appreciated most was how sincere and encouraging she was. She made me feel comfortable, supported, and more confident in speaking English. The class felt meaningful, not just because I practiced English, but because the conversation was truly heartfelt.
If you are afraid to speak English, or if you want to become more fluent and confident, I would definitely recommend taking a class with Britney. One lesson with her can make you feel more relaxed, more open, and genuinely enjoy the process of speaking English.
May 5, 2026
Arian Gutiérrez
37 English lessons
I loved my lesson with Brittany. We went over some idioms that I wasn’t sure how to use. She was patient and encouraged me to make sentences with them. I had a lot of fun. At the beginning of the class, I was feeling insecure about my English, but by the end, I felt much more confident speaking it. Thank you!