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Ellen Teacher/Coach
Professional TeacherTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
French
Other
30+ years exp successfully building skills with General & Business English learners youth & adult
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
French
Other
30+ years exp successfully building skills with General & Business English learners youth & adult
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From United StatesLiving in Toulouse, France (12:17 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jul 29, 2019InterestsTravelEnvironment & NatureMedical & HealthcareMarketingTech
I can't remember when I wasn't a teacher. With students of all ages over the years, I've learned more strategies along the way. We don't speak English like most text books present the language which only adds to the frustration and challenge. I love helping my clients overcome their challenges and fears. I've lived them too as I learned a second language and now tackling a third. So, we won't just cover grammar; we'll bring it to life through engaging, interactive activities that make it stick. I focus on building real-world skills, not just passing a test. I'm dedicated to helping people connect through language. Outside of teaching, I love traveling and enjoy learning about new cultures.Me as a Teacher
Years of experience have helped me develop the expertise and patience to support language learners at all levels with a wide variety goals. I am both teacher and coach providing practical and relevant instruction that is results-oriented and flexible. I've had the privilege of helping thousands of students just like you. I know that learning a English is challenging, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.
I know you might feel nervous about speaking, worried about making mistakes, or frustrated by grammar rules. I can help and mistakes are not just allowed; they are encouraged because they are essential for learning. My lessons & teaching style
My teaching approach focuses on helping you build confidence and fluency, not just memorizing vocabulary lists. We'll work together to make English feel natural and practical, giving you the skills to communicate effectively in the real world.
My goal is to make learning English an enjoyable and rewarding journey for you. Materials and strategies will be tailored to your needs, goals and learning style. I'm looking forward to getting to know you and helping you achieve your language goals.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Ohio Teaching License - State of Ohio - 2013Please note, this license is expired.
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2020 - Current
Professional Business English Teacher1,700+ sessions with Business English Focus polishing grammar, boosting vocabulary including common phrasal verbs and idiomatic expressions related to specific goals.
Education
1981 - 1986
Bachelor’s - BA CommunicationsI earned my Ohio teaching license at Baldwin-Wallace College in 1991and started teaching that same year. I do not have my original OSU diploma here with me in CR. I can provide a copy of my most recent Ohio teaching license that expired July 2018. I do have copies of transcripts from most of the universities where I have studied. The transcripts show the TESOL coursework. I opted to share my CV here. Please let me know if you would like the other documents and an email or upload option. Thanks!
2006 - 2007
Master's - TESOLTESOL Certificate in Master's Program at Otterbein College, Westerville Ohio, USA
Work Experience
2018 - 2018
ESL 9 - 11I developed all course curriculum grade 11 focusing on Entrepreneurial Mindset,
College Readiness and professional preparedness. Grade 10 curriculum was based on literature while grade 9 was a more traditional text / workbook program by Cambridge Publishing.
2018 - 2019
ESL grades 6 - 8 and LibrarianI taught ESL and English Creative Writing, Entrepreneurial Playground and worked part-time in the library selecting and purchasing texts and literature.
2006 - 2018
Student Advisor and Spanish TeacherSpanish. Emphasis on creating interdisciplinary lessons with science and technology. Partnered as a "Lab" school with The Ohio State University and Batelle Research for early
college entrance and ongoing education reform studies. Grades 6 -12. Served as student advisor focusing on academic preparedness, profession inquiry, internships, and design challenges.
5.0
Rating
773
Students
9,186
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
336 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
English A1 - C1
B2 - C2Language Essentials828 lessons completed
USD 14.50+
Package with 11% off
Business English - meetings, email - presentations
B1 - C2Business1,983 lessons completed
USD 14.50+
Package with 11% off
Conversational Fluency: Boost Vocab, Social conversation
B1 - C2Conversation5,345 lessons completed
USD 14.50+
Package with 11% off
Interview Preparation & Coaching
B1 - C2Business194 lessons completed
USD 14.50+
Package with 11% off
Availability
621 Reviews
Juan Garcia
12 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Great first lesson! Ellen was able to identify what I need to improve through a casual conversation. She gave me resources to start learning on my own and a clear plan for improvement. I am definitely going to schedule more lessons
Nov 3, 2025
Anastasiia
285 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Ellen is the best teacher. My favorite. I am very grateful for her contribution to my learning and skills. Now I speak easily and beautifully and it will be better in the future.
Jul 6, 2025
Margot Lapierre
14 English lessons
Great, I'm very happy with my lessons with Ellen. Ellen is a great teacher and very patient. I'm starting from scratch and I don't always understand everything, but I already feel more comfortable.
Mar 6, 2026
Ssssyla
5 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
First class only and Ellen’s already blowing my mind 😭 She’s so clear, knows exactly what I need to fix, and actually gives real, helpful feedback. She’s a gem!
Oct 23, 2025
CBB💗
18 English lessons
老师非常有亲和力，教课也非常有条理，有引导性，有话题性，孩子会特别期待什么时候还有课可以与老师再次上课
Mar 31, 2026
CBB💗
18 English lessons
会提供有趣的话题，引导孩子说更多的英语，孩子非常喜欢这位老师
Jan 14, 2026
Trial Lesson
USD 12.00
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