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Emmi
Professional TeacherTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Italian
Chinese (Mandarin)
Nepali
Chinese (Other)
Polish
Spanish
Turkish
NYC-based kind, certified TEFL teacher offering READING, WRITING, LISTENING, & SPEAKING lessons!
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Italian
Chinese (Mandarin)
Nepali
Chinese (Other)
Polish
Spanish
Turkish
NYC-based kind, certified TEFL teacher offering READING, WRITING, LISTENING, & SPEAKING lessons!
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From United StatesLiving in New York, United States (15:11 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Mar 5, 2021InterestsBusiness & FinanceTechSports & FitnessTravelWriting
Hi! I am an active person! I enjoy studying languages. I have formally studied Italian, Mandarin, Turkish, Spanish, Nepali, and Polish. The language-learning experience enables me to understand the journey of language learners. (I am struggling to learn Polish, and am studying Mandarin too.) In addition, I stay physically active. I enjoy skiing in the winter and bicycling in the summer. I often travel and speak the local language where I visit. I am also a musician. I studied music at the university and still play the flute. (I used to play bass guitar in a band too!) I also love to dance Argentine tango. I have traveled throughout Asia, Europe, and northern Africa too!Me as a Teacher
I am a certified TEFL teacher. I have taught primary, middle, and secondary students and adults. I believe all students can learn a new language. It can be difficult, I know! I will assess your reading, writing, speaking, and listening levels. I will understand your goals. Then, I can plan and offer meaningful lessons to help the student reach those goals based on the student's level. And, I maintain a written record of student work on the Italki platform. It provides a scope and sequence of material that promotes advancement in every lesson. Please read my students' reviews of our lessons on Italki and Little Red Book! My lessons & teaching style
I use active learning strategies based on teaching Foreign Language Learner (TEFL) theory to create engaging and interactive lessons that improve students' reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.
I use many different materials, including but not limited to fiction, non-fiction, articles, podcasts, worksheets, art, and music. Of course, I also use games in teaching! I provide vocabulary lists for reading and listening exercises. I provide links to podcasts that align with your level and goals.
I promise to listen to you and your interests. Coupled with my expertise in teaching, I am sure that you will improve your speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Teaching English as a Foreign Language - University of California, Berkeley - 2020Teaching English as Foreign Language
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
1983 - 1986
teacherI taught middle school students in general classes and those with special needs, including learning disabilities, language disorders, and autism.
1986 - 1993
teacherI taught primary school students in general classes and those with special needs, including learning disabilities, language disorders, and autism.
1993 - 1995
teacherI taught high school students in general classes and those with special needs, including learning disabilities and autism.
1993 - 1995
university teaching assistantI taught undergraduate students and adults in courses at the university, including but not limited to English as a Foreign language, speaking, listening, and writing.
Education
1995 - 1999
Doctorate - EducationInternational and Comparative Education
1978 - 1983
Bachelor’s - Bachelor of Music Education
1993 - 1995
Master's - Educational Administration
Work Experience
1999 - 2024
University ProfessorI teach young adults and older adults in undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the College of Education at my university. I specialize in Teaching English as a Foreign Language and research writing and presenting.
5.0
Rating
1,011
Students
6,293
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
745 lessons completed
USD 24.00+
The Conversation-with-Materials Lesson (all ages)
A1 - C2Language Essentials2,374 lessons completed
USD 49.00+
Package with 14% off
The Conversation-without-Materials Lesson (or Package of Lessons) (all ages)
A2 - C2Conversation1,855 lessons completed
USD 37.50+
Package with 20% off
The Conversation-with-Materials and Writing with AI Lesson (or package of lessons) (all ages)
A2 - C2Language Essentials505 lessons completed
USD 53.00+
Package with 20% off
Ace your University Interview!
B1 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 60.00+
Package with 15% off
Second Lesson after the Trial!
A1 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
370 Reviews
Tao Sun
8 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I am an English beginner. Emmi is a great teacher. She motivates me to learn English and stimulates my enthusiasm. She offers me learning plans and methods based on my level. I want to say thank you very much to her.
Sep 26, 2021
Mattia
40 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Emi is the best teacher that i have had. she is empatic and study english with her is easy and funny. The time goes fast and you learn without any stress. She focus in a specific topic and let us talk but in the end she correct each mistake with text and pronunciation.
i think if i would have Emmi with me for about one week i will become a perfect english speaker.
Jul 24, 2021
Fabia A Rafacho
33 English lessons
She is always very professional and attentive.
Oct 5, 2025
Josie Su
3 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Learning with Emmi is really enjoyable! She’s super patient and active. The lesson was well prepared and targeted to the specific area that I would like to improve (business English in my case). The presentation practice we did is absolutely enlightening for me. Definitely would like to continue learning with her!
Jul 26, 2021
Maha
16 English lessons
My English teacher is amazing! She guides me through every lesson with patience and always asks thoughtful questions that make me think and speak more confidently. She uses interesting materials like articles, videos, and real-life examples, which make learning both fun and practical. I really appreciate how she explains grammar and vocabulary in simple ways, and how she adjusts the lessons to my level and goals. Each session feels well-structured but relaxed, so I never feel stressed. I’ve noticed great improvement in my speaking since I started learning with her!
Oct 21, 2025
Julie
3 English lessons
Emmi is more professional than other teachers here
Oct 4, 2025
Trial Lesson
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