🌟 TEFL-Certified ESL Educator | 🎓 6+ Years Experience | 📚 Volunteer Teacher & Law Student 🌟
Teaches
Cebuano
Native
Filipino (Tagalog)
Native
English
Speaks
Other
🌟 TEFL-Certified ESL Educator | 🎓 6+ Years Experience | 📚 Volunteer Teacher & Law Student 🌟
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From PhilippinesLiving in General Santos, Philippines (02:55 UTC+08:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Feb 15, 2022
InterestsTravelTechEnvironment & NatureGamingFilms & TV Series
Hello! I’m Elly, a TEFL-certified ESL teacher from the Philippines with 6+ years of experience. 🌟 I specialize in helping beginners build confidence in English, Tagalog, and Cebuano—whether for travel, work, or fun! 🗣️📖
When I’m not teaching, you’ll find me hiking mountains or binge-watching series (great conversation starters!). But my real joy? Seeing students transform from shy speakers to fluent storytellers. 🚀
I’m patient, adaptable, and love creating a relaxed space where mistakes turn into progress. Let’s make learning feel like an adventure—not a lecture! 🌴💬
Me as a Teacher
I have been teaching ESL for six years and hold a TEFL certificate, enhancing my qualifications to teach English. I have taught kids, teenagers, and adults from various backgrounds and proficiency levels during this time. Additionally, I teach Tagalog and Cebuano to students and friends interested in learning these languages.
I genuinely love getting to know my students; it helps me build rapport and create natural connections, making the knowledge exchange smoother. One of my most rewarding experiences was guiding a complete beginner to fluency. Now, they confidently discuss a wide range of topics with me. Over time, I have established strong relationships with my students, whether
My lessons & teaching style
Teaching is incredibly rewarding yet challenging because each learner has unique needs. I prioritize establishing a strong connection to ensure students feel welcome and comfortable. Understanding their preferences and learning goals helps me tailor lessons to their needs, focusing on developing reading, writing, and speaking skills. I go beyond expectations, pouring my heart into teaching to foster natural learning and enjoyment in the process. My goal is to motivate, inspire, and build their confidence every step of the way. 🌟💬
My teaching material
PDF file
Text Documents
Presentation slides/PPT
Audio files
Image files
Video files
Flashcards
Articles and news
Quizzes
Test templates and examples
Homework Assignments
Education
2011 - 2015
Bachelor’s - Bachelor in Elementary EducationMindanao State University
4.9
Rating
618
Students
1,809
Lessons
98%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
4.9
Rating
618
Students
1809
Lessons
98%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
Cebuano Lessons
Cebuano
Filipino (Tagalog)
English
Trial Lesson
132 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Cebuano Free Talk/Free Conversation
A1 - C1Language Essentials48 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
158 Reviews
All
Cebuano
Filipino (Tagalog)
Dmytro
12 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Elly the very good teacher. Elly can both communicate and write down you mistakes, which you can review after the lesson. Elly is one of the best.)
Aug 15, 2024
Norbert
31 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Lessons with Elly are the best I've ever had!
You can talk with Elly freely about any topic.
She is a very patient listener and speaks very clearly. Corrects me and explain if I say something grammatically wrong, but in a very nice way so you can talk without any stress.
Elly is a wonderful person, taking lessons with her is a pleasure and great value! :)
Aug 2, 2023
Mirek
3 English lessons
I am really impressed. So professional and hardworking at such a young age. I finally found my favorite teacher on italki!
Jun 13, 2025
Alexander
4 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Elly is a very good teacher. We had interesting conversations on various topics. It helps me to turn on my English. She asks questions, corrects my mistakes. She is a patient and pleasant person. I like these lessons. Thank you, Elly.
Aug 17, 2023
Bs_Luffy “DcComics”
6 English lessons
Elly is an extraordinary English teacher, and having classes with her has been one of the best decisions I’ve made to improve my English level. Her patience, dedication, and friendly teaching style make every session dynamic, engaging, and truly valuable. Elly genuinely cares about her students’ progress and tailors her lessons to each person’s needs and goals, which shows her professionalism and commitment.
Beyond being an excellent teacher, Elly is a wonderful person who creates a supportive environment where you feel comfortable making mistakes, asking questions, and continuing to learn without fear. Thanks to her, I’ve improved my fluency, pronunciation, and confidence when speaking. I 100% recommend Elly to anyone who wants to advance in the language effectively and enjoyably.