Teacher Amelia
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Teacher Amelia
Professional Teacher
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Arabic (Maghrebi)
German
Former Corporate Engineer Now Providing Global Advantages to ESL Business Professionals
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Arabic (Maghrebi)
German
Former Corporate Engineer Now Providing Global Advantages to ESL Business Professionals
From United StatesLiving in Chicago, United States (14:32 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Sep 27, 2019Interest topicEnvironment & NatureMedical & HealthcareTravelBusiness & FinanceMusic
I help business professionals who have been having difficulty in their interactions with foreign colleagues become more effective oral and written communicators.
I spent a decade working as a packaging specialist for international corporations in various manufacturing industries, including automotive (Toyota), personal care (Alberto-Culver), food (Barilla pasta), & durable goods (Weber grills). As an engineer, I collaborated with people around the world in numerous fields such as accounting, marketing, procurement, law & regulations, & product development.
In 2018 I paid off my student loans, and I decided to retire from engineering to focus on teaching.
youtube.com/AmeliaTeachesEnglishMe as a Teacher
I understand the value of clear and concise communication across the business world. As a language consultant, I’ve coached a myriad of business and medical professionals from Asia, Europe, and the Middle East including engineers, project managers, salespeople, nurses, and even doctors!
Students have complimented me for my passion, professionalism, attention to detail, and the way I guide them. I appreciate it when students can identify improvements and make necessary corrections on their own.
I came to italki to expand the reach of my services and to meet new & interesting people… So, please tell me... Where are you from? What do you do?My lessons & teaching style
What are your unique hobbies? Knowing what interests you outside of work (even if you’re not an adrenaline junkie, like me) will allow us to have enjoyable well-balanced conversations while achieving specific objectives. For example, we might start a session sharing recent travel experiences before pouring over the details of a technical document or going through a vocabulary expansion exercise.
In my sessions, you’ll tend to focus on productive English communication skills (i.e. speaking & writing). My services are not limited to those mentioned so please feel free to contact me with your specific needs!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
Certificates
TEFL (TQUK Level 5) Certificate - International TEFL Academy - 2016150 hours of course work
30 hours of Teaching Young Learners & Business English
>20 hours of student teaching practicum
Certificate uploaded
Education
2004 - 2009
Bachelor’s - Packaging ScienceI learned how to integrate science, technology, design, and business skills to develop packages for a wide array of consumer products.
Work Experience
2010 - 2011
Industrial Designer• Developed fabricated foam products based upon customer-supplied parameters
• Worked closely with primarily Spanish-speaking production staff to create part-specific procedures for factory
personnel
• Supported the sales team and other staff by creating drawings for costing and customer service purposes using
AutoCAD and other design software
2011 - 2012
Lab Technician• Coordinated and performed testing following standardized test methodology of new and proposed packaging
components for various name brand beauty products including St. Ive’s, Simple Skincare, and Nexxus
• Compiled supporting documentation, results and recommendations in formal test report summaries
2011 - 2017
Packaging Engineer• Worked with a global team of product managers, purchasing agents, R&D engineers, financial analysts, accountants, legal advisors & others to ensure the successful launch of over 160 barbecue grill accessory SKUs
• Communicated on a technical level with non-native English-speaking professionals from North America, Europe, and Asia
• Collaborated with domestic vendors as well as overseas supply chain to develop packaging adequate for distribution
• Engaged in educational outreach activities
2010 - 2020
Server• Delivering exceptional, friendly, and fast service during both public and private events
• Answering questions about menu selections and making recommendations when requested
• Fulfilling light duties, including setting up the room, lighting candles, distributing live music calendars, and more
2016 - 2018
Superhost• Provided a clean and welcoming environment to travelers from all over the world
• Maintained a high response rate by replying to all guest inquiries in a timely manner
• Achieved an overall 4.9 rating as of May 2018
2017 - 2018
Packaging Engineer• Reviewed copy/approved artwork proofs for packaging of pasta, sauce, and bakery products
• Participated in global video teleconference calls, with many office locations around the world, including Parma, Italy (headquarters)
• Developed merchandising displays and packaging options for club stores
• Created BOMs, packaging component specifications, and pallet patterns for shipping and in-store display purposes
2016 - 2016
ESL Classroom Aide & Tutor• Served as an aide to a Russian ESL teacher’s classroom of adult Spanish-speaking students
• Facilitated vocabulary expansion using textbook material as well as conversational practice
• Assisted an advanced level student from Czechia in the improvement of his English language skills through 1-on-1 weekly tutoring sessions
• Focused on accent reduction and the improvement of pronunciation
2016 - 2021
Freelance Teacher• Teaching English 1-on-1 to students primarily in Japan, via Skype
• Preparing customized lesson plans based on the students’ unique learning goals and interests
• Providing feedback, including pronunciation tips, grammar corrections, and further reading recommendations after 25-minute-long conversational sessions
• Current rating: 4.95 out of 5
• Ranked #5 out of hundreds of teachers in August 2019
2016 - 2020
Senior English Language Consultant• Utilizing an online proprietary platform to teach English to students in China, Taiwan, and
Japan
• Reviewing lesson materials in advance of the scheduled sessions and preparing supplemental activities
• Managing groups of up to 6 students at a time for 45-minute-long sessions
• Consistently maintaining above a 9.6 out of 10 rating
5.0
Rating
65
Students
528
Lessons
100%
Attendance
99%
Response
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
31 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Productive Business English - Expand your vocabulary and advance your career!
B1 - C1Business169 lessons completed
USD 19.00+
Package with 14% off
Speak on the Spot! Conversation Practice - The Learn by Doing Method
B1 - C2General328 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 20% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
45 Reviews
Alexa Vaz
14 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Amelia to the rescue! :D
I've had this spontaneous urge to apply for a specific job this week and as soon as I took a look at my resume, I immediately knew I would need to book a lesson with Amelia.
With this impeccable grammar and refreshing perspective, she can always make anyone's resume look exceptionally good.
Thank you again, Amelia. You're awesome!
Mar 7, 2024
Julian
46 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Best teacher ever!😉
Apr 22, 2022
Sandy Pan
28 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
It's always so happy to share my recent life with Amelia. I can learn correct and native expressions in this process. Amelia is such a good listener that I'd like to discuss everything happened on me or in my country. Look forward to our next lesson.
Jun 22, 2020
Alexa Vaz
14 English lessons
Another excellent lesson with teacher Amelia. We made some changes to my resume to include some keywords from the job description I’m applying for. She also suggested to include a summary. I feel more confident about my resume now than ever before! :)
Looking forward to our next lessons!
Mar 12, 2024
Alexa Vaz
14 English lessons
I had a fun and enjoyable conversation with Amelia as usual. Looking forward to our next meeting! :)
Sep 17, 2022
Julian
46 English lessons
Best teacher. BIO, Vegan and gluten free!
Jun 22, 2022
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