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Christopher G.
Professional TeacherTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Japanese
German
Greek
Spanish
Specialties
BusinessTechnologyProfessional English Coach | Oxford University Alumni
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Japanese
German
Greek
Spanish
Specialties
BusinessTechnologyProfessional English Coach | Oxford University Alumni
About Me
Resume & Certificates
From United StatesLiving in Edinburgh, United Kingdom (17:59 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jan 29, 2021InterestsScienceBusiness & FinanceHistoryArtReading
I am an Oxford-trained linguist specializing in accent refinement and bilingual (U.S./U.K.) English fluency for ambitious professionals. Leveraging my expertise in theology and applied linguistics, I empower clients to master nuanced communication—whether for polished interviews, diplomatic discussions, or elite academic settings. My approach is rooted in Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), where learners acquire proficiency through authentic, learner-centered conversations tailored to their interests and professional needs. I offer professional English coaching for adults seeking real-world language skills, focusing on interview preparation, admissions and academic writing, analytical and professional writing, business communication, politics and international affairs, and daily social fluency. My teaching is communicative and ACTFL-aligned, ensuring grammar is learned through practical tasks and real conversation. With graduate degrees from Oxford and St Andrews, I work especially well with advanced learners and professionals who require clarity, confidence, and precision in high-stakes situations. Let’s bridge cultures and elevate your English for impactful communication.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Operations Analytics - The Wharton School - University of Pennsylvania - 2025Business & Data Science Certificate: Operations Analytics
Certificate verified
AI Ethics - University of Cambridge - 2025AI Ethics
Certificate verified
Senior Instructor of Foreign Languages - USAFA, Department of Foreign Languages - 2021Academic promotion to "Senior Instructor (Lecturer) of Foreign Languages" USAFA, Department of Foreign Languages.
Certificate verified
Oxford English Placement Test (C2 Proficient) - Oxford University Press - 2021Use of English: C2 (highest score)
Listening: C2 (highest score)
Certificate verified
Education
2024 - 2025
Master's - Applied LinguisticsMaster of Science (MSc) in Applied Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition
1999 - 2002
Bachelor’s - Political Science, Japanese, EconomicsCoursework in Political Science, Japanese, and Commercial Japanese for business.
2023 - 2024
Master's - Analytic and Exegetical Theology
2015 - 2016
Master's - Second Language TeachingACTFL-centered master's thesis focused on best practices in second language teaching (target languages English and Japanese).
5.0
Rating
39
Students
108
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
13 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
English Conversation | Accent, Pronunciation, Grammar, Confidence
A1 - C2Conversation64 lessons completed
USD 22.00+
Academic English
A2 - C2Language Essentials2 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Life Coaching
A1 - C2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Interview Prepartion
B2 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 35.00+
Ivy League & Oxbridge Coaching (Oxford & St Andrews Graduate | Elite Oral Strategy & Admissions Performance)
C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 75.00+
Oxford-Level English for Politics & International Relations: Strategy, Power, and Global Affairs
B2 - C2Business0 lessons completed
USD 60.00+
Availability
19 Reviews
Kim
1 English lesson
Teacher’s pick
I needed a teacher to prepare for the ACTFL OPI test, he had enough knowledge about this test and helped me very well. Thanks to Christopher, I think I've developed confidence in this test.
Apr 26, 2021
Melissa
1 English lesson
Teacher’s pick
Had a great lesson and the topics were super interesting. He gave good advice. Thank you
Feb 13, 2021
Yilin
3 English lessons
I acquired a lot of beneficial vocabulary and original insights. Thank you, Christopher.
Jun 30, 2023
Mohammed
1 English lesson
Teacher’s pick
We had an excellent conversation on various topics. Thanks for the tips about learning Academic English.
Feb 13, 2021
Yilin
3 English lessons
Thank you, Christopher! I'm very grateful for your insights!
Jul 5, 2023
Monica B
5 English lessons
Me encanto la clase, fue mejor de lo que esperaba. Tomare más clases con el.
May 2, 2021
Trial Lesson
USD 25.00
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