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Alisha
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Professional TeacherTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Japanese
Specialties
Test PreparationBusinessUniversity Professor - MFA + M.Ed Graduate - Content Creator Individual/Business+ Test Prep
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Japanese
Specialties
Test PreparationBusinessUniversity Professor - MFA + M.Ed Graduate - Content Creator Individual/Business+ Test Prep
About Me
Resume & Certificates
From United StatesLiving in Aomori, Japan (01:00 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Feb 8, 2021InterestsTravelFoodGamingMedical & HealthcareMusic
My name is Alisha. I am an outdoor enthusiast who loves traveling in search of new experiences. Learning something new about the world, especially different cultures, fascinates me. My dream is to see the world, and meeting people from different destinations is part of that dream. Until I reach that goal, I look forward to meeting students from various backgrounds who can teach me what they love about their culture through learning English online.
When I'm not teaching, I enjoy listening to music, writing, hiking, photography, art, horseback riding, and reading, to name a few, for the list of my interests is ever-growing.
I look forward to meeting you!
*Please keep in mind I do not teach children under the age of 13 (TestPrep only).
Learning is a process that never stops. As educators, our job is to facilitate learning as a guide. My philosophy as a teacher is to help guide students toward success and ensure they take full advantage of their unique skills and abilities. In a classroom, students learn best when they are relaxed, enjoying themselves, and engaging with meaningful and thoughtfully provided material based on their learning needs. Students will target goals while assessing weak areas, including grammar, pronunciation, writing, reading, and listening skills, and most importantly, while having fun in an engaging environment!
I use a communicative language teaching approach (CLT), which allows students to learn from their conversations surrounding their interest...My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Master's in Fine Arts & Creative Writing - Southern New Hampshire University - 2023The MFA focused on content creation, marketing, trends, social media integration in business, and editing for businesses of all types. Additionally, a teaching certificate was included in the Master's degree program for teaching English to adults in business and working in a business setting.
Certificate verified
IELTS Teacher Training Certification - Cambridge Learning - 2021This course trains teachers to be prepared for teaching IELTS test preparation to students. It covers the four tested areas: Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking. Teachers who have completed this training have a better understanding of student needs and gauging student levels.
Certificate verified
TESOL - International Open Academy - 2021TESOL Certification for teaching ESL students. This course covers the necessary requirements to teaching and engaging students from abroad. There was a heavy focus on speaking and pronunciation.
Certificate verified
Cambridge IELTS Certification - Cambridge English - 2021The certification involved 25 hours of courses through the Cambridge Teaching Certification Program offered online. Underscoring test preparation for IELTS and other similar testing methodological application to the CAE, CPE, TOEFL, etc. Each course offered an in-depth analysis of teaching Writing, Reading, Speaking, & Listening techniques and testing formats. Additionally, the Master's in FIne Arts focused on professional business writing, applicable to test taking.
Certificate verified
Education
2018 - 2021
Bachelor’s - English LiteratureDegree is finished but awaiting conferral. I have uploaded my transcripts. This degree has helped me learn how to teach grammar through writing and reading, while focusing on the educational development of my students needs. A strong teaching emphasis was placed so that students could continue their education as teachers or writers.
2021 - 2023
Master's - Master's in Fine Arts & Creative WritingMy Master's in Fine Art and Create Writing (MFA) focuses on writing technique, general fiction writing, storytelling, and content writing. In addition, this MFA is combined with a higher-education teacher certificate to teach writing at the university-level. The MFA delved into blogging, content writing for business and social media, generalized fiction pertaining to character development, storytelling, genre studies, and culture.
2023 - 2025
Master's - Masters of Education (M.Ed.)Focusing on curriculum development and theory for online learning.
Work Experience
2018 - 2019
TutorClasses were taught to international students one-on-one, focusing on preparing them for essay writing, English examinations, presentations, and interviews. Students were given homework, were taught reading tricks and tips, and practiced general speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. Students engaged with advanced workbooks and worksheets created by me to ensure their continued growth and success.
2019 - 2021
TeacherI led independent discussions with students while improving their English scores. Students were given homework, lesson tasks and learned through a PPP approach common to Japanese classroom standards. CLT theory was applied for students to learn in a real-world and applicable setting. Students engaged with the teacher to learn new grammar, test preparation skills, and improve fluency.
2021 - 2023
Lead TeacherLead teacher, content creator, and editor for a private English school catering to business and academic professionals. Manuscript editing for academic and literary professionals.
5.0
Rating
210
Students
2,746
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
50 lessons completed
USD 40.00+
General English Conversation Practice
B2 - C2Language Essentials1,215 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 9% off
Test Preparation (Speaking & Writing) (IELTS, CAE, TOEFL)
B1 - C2Test Preparation463 lessons completed
USD 22.50+
Package with 10% off
Interview Preparation (Statement of Purpose, Graduate School Entrance, Job Interviews)
B2 - C2Business205 lessons completed
USD 23.00+
Package with 10% off
Content Creation, Copy Editing and Proofreading Services
A2 - C2Language Essentials88 lessons completed
USD 22.00+
Legacy Student Pricing (Speaking & Testing)
A2 - C2Language Essentials651 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 6% off
Accent Reduction & Pronunciation Enhancement
B2 - C1Business74 lessons completed
USD 21.25+
Package with 12% off
Availability
375 Reviews
Yi.an Wang🏀
163 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Alisha is the most trustworthy tutor I have ever met. She helped me achieve a TOEFL score of 98, guiding me step-by-step from being a complete beginner in English to where I am now. Her support went beyond just preparing me for the exam; she played a crucial role in helping me gain admission to the graduate school I wanted.
I particularly struggled with writing. Back in China, the education system doesn’t focus much on English writing, so I was still at a very basic level. I used to spend two hours writing just a 200-word essay! Alisha patiently taught me how to structure essays, improve my writing skills, and craft a strong statement of purpose. Her teaching didn’t just help me with my current application but also laid a solid foundation for my future academic and professional endeavors.
I am incredibly grateful for her support!
Mar 8, 2025
Yuanne
23 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
As a teacher, Alisha is always inspiring and encouraging, propelling me to pursue my dreams. She is knowledgeable and generously shares her insights, helping me become familiar with the U.S. and European countries. She assisted me with the application process for a master's/doctorate degree in the U.S., and I have now received an offer from a university ranked among the top 10 for the program. Don't hesitate to reach out to her if you need to refine your speaking/writing skills.
Jan 15, 2024
Andrea
82 English lessons
🌙☀️☀️✨😊🌈🌻
May 10, 2026
Yana
137 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have had the pleasure of being a student of Alisha for the past year, and I would like to express my gratitude for the outstanding experience.
Alisha has a remarkable ability to create an engaging and positive learning environment. The lessons are well-structured, and the teacher's enthusiasm for the subject matter is truly contagious. I have noticed a significant improvement in my English skills since joining the class.
Feb 9, 2024
Craig Hsieh
164 English lessons
❤️💯👍
May 10, 2026
Candice
102 English lessons
Always enjoy the class with Alisha!
Apr 28, 2026
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