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Kerrie
Professional TeacherTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Certified ESL Professional with 20+ Years of Teaching Experience
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Certified ESL Professional with 20+ Years of Teaching Experience
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From United StatesLiving in Grand Rapids, United States (09:32 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Mar 19, 2021InterestsTechScienceWritingMarketingReading
I help professionals in tech, science, and marketing master English to accelerate careers and confidence. With 20+ years teaching immigrants, I specialize in practical language skills for workplace success—from presentations to networking.
As a linguist and published author, I also love guiding writers and storytellers to polish their voice. Whether you’re preparing for a job interview or drafting a blog, let’s turn language into your superpower.
*Note: My lessons blend conversation with real-world scenarios—because fluency isn’t just grammar, it’s connection.*Me as a Teacher
I have a university degree in Linguistics, with a specialty in Second Language Acquisition, and a minor in Spanish. As a teacher, I believe that speaking (and making mistakes!) is the best way to make progress in learning a language. After all, talking with people in English is the goal, right?
For some people, speaking might not be the main goal, and if that's you, send me a message and tell me what your goals are, and I will create an approach based on your goals.
For students 12 and under, please contact me BEFORE scheduling the first lesson.
If you cancel a class with less than 24 hours notice, you still need to pay. You are preventing another student from using that time. My lessons & teaching style
It's important to talk, and it's okay to make mistakes. The more mistakes you make, the faster you will learn! Our lessons will be conversation based most of the time, even when we are focusing on certain grammar or vocabulary.
I have a set of courses (beginner to advanced) that can guide you if you prefer a more structured environment. If you have materials (from school, or another resource you want to use), we can work with that. I don't normally give homework unless a students wants it.
Everything we do will be designed for you, tailored to your level, your goals, and your interests. Let's make your learning journey fun!
Please note that 60 minute classes are only 55 minutes.My teaching material
- Audio files
- PDF file
- Articles and news
- Image files
- Text Documents
- Video files
- Homework Assignments
5.0
Rating
455
Students
5,377
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Conversation Practice
A2 - C2Conversation2,553 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 15% off
Language Challenge 2026 - Improve Your English!
A2 - C1Language Essentials980 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 15% off
General English
A2 - C1Language Essentials761 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 8% off
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242 Reviews
Sarah Souza
118 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Dear Kerrie, thanks for one more amazing class!! You are a great teacher! So cool ! Helps me a lot and teaches so much easy! Thank you
Aug 13, 2021
Olga Gusarova
72 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
That was amazing! I always enjoy talking with Kerrie. Her lessons are very interesting and I’m very comfortable with her. And I’m very happy that I’ve found her as a teacher! Thanks a lot, Kerrie!!
Apr 13, 2021
Gustavo Pagano
19 English lessons
I love my classes with Kerry. I'm learning a lot and my english improved.
Aug 13, 2025
Catalina Peña
38 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Thank you Kerrie, the class was relaxing and I really like that I can have a nice conversation with you and learn at the same time.
May 5, 2021
Alexander
1 English lesson
Great experience
Sep 22, 2025
sam
1 English lesson
老师很友善，很耐心
Jul 16, 2025
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