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Amanda Ximenes- KIDS
Professional TeacherTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Portuguese
French
Spanish
Specialties
KidsšENGLISH TEACHER FOR KIDSš TEFL & Early Childhood Education Certified š
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Portuguese
French
Spanish
Specialties
KidsšENGLISH TEACHER FOR KIDSš TEFL & Early Childhood Education Certified š
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
FromĀ United StatesLiving in St. Louis, United StatesĀ (10:53Ā UTC-05:00)
About Me
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Hi there! Iām Amanda, a certified English as a Foreign or Second Language teacher from Illinois, USA. I specialize in teaching children and am known for my playful, friendly, and supportive teaching style. I love building caring connections with each student and helping them feel confident and excited about learning. My own experience learning two foreign languagesāand living abroadāhelps me connect with students from around the world. Outside the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, and playing with my two silly dogs. I'm passionate about creating lessons that make English fun, meaningful, and confidence-building for young learners.Me as a Teacher
With over 7 years of experience and more than 1,000 students taught, I bring professionalism, care, and creativity to every class. Iām trained in early childhood education and cross-cultural communication. Iām a patient teacher who gives 100% to connect with each child and create a space where confidence can bloom. I take time to understand how each student learns best and adapt my teaching accordingly. Mistakes are corrected in a gentle, playful way. My lessons balance fun and real progress, and I provide feedback after every class so parents feel involved and informed. My lessons & teaching style
Every child learns best in a supportive environment where they feel safe to express themselves. My goal is to build confidenceānot perfection, encouraging growth through positivity and play. I tailor each lesson to the childās learning style, celebrate all progress (big or small), and gently correct mistakes as a natural part of learning. At the heart of my teaching is the belief that the true goal of language learning is communication. I help children express themselves clearly, connect with others and build confidence in real-world situations.
Lessons are for children only (ages 4-12)
Lesson lengths are 25, 40, or 55 minutes.
24 hours' notice is required to cancel or reschedule.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
Certificates
Early Childhood Education Level 1 - Illinois Professional Development System - 2023The ECE Level 1 credential through Gateways to Opportunities signifies that I have achieved a foundational level of competence in the field of Early Childhood Education. This program covers early childhood education theories, best practices, and practical teaching strategies. This training is designed to introduce general child development, health and safety, school-age care, observation, environments for children, and the importance of the relationship with the family.
Certificate verified
Advanced Certificate in TEFL - TEFL FullCircle - 2021This certificate qualifies me to teach English as a Foreign Language to adults, young learners, and also online. This course required me to create lesson plans and to reflect on the needs of my students based upon culture, age, location, and level. Course sections included the following:
1. Principles of Teaching and Learning
2. Teaching English to Young Learners
3. Skills for Managing the classroom
4. Teaching listening, speaking, reading, and writing
Certificate verified
(Advanced)Teaching English to Young Learners - TEFL FULLCIRCLE - 2021This course provided training and expertise in teaching young learners. It focused on how children learn and develop and how this applies to the field of ESL. This course also taught strategies for teaching reading, writing, listening, and speaking, to young learners.
Certificate verified
Advanced TESOL - TESOL International Association - 2020
Certificate verified
TEFL Online to Young Learners - TEFL in China - 2020
Certificate verified
TESOL Foundation for Teaching Online - TESOL International Association - 2020
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2019 - 2021
Online English as a Second Language TeacherAs a VIPKID teacher, I taught over 730 Chinese students in more than 2,440 classes. Iāve worked with children ages 3 to 16 across all proficiency levels, from beginner to advanced. In addition to core curriculum, Iām certified and experienced in teaching specialized skills such as public speaking, advanced grammar, pronunciation, leveled reading, TOEFL preparation, and Free Talk. This broad experience has equipped me to support students with a wide range of goals and learning styles
2020 - 2024
Online English as a Second Language TeacherAs a Cambly Kids teacher, I had the privilege of teaching over 217 students in more than 1,750 classes. My students come from a wide range of cultural, linguistic, and socio-economic backgrounds, representing diverse nationalities, ethnicities, and religions. This diversity has shaped my teaching approach to be culturally responsive and inclusive.
2017 - 2018
English as a Second Language TeacherIn my role as an ESL teacher, I taught young adult Chinese students with the goal of helping them achieve academic-level English proficiency, primarily at the intermediate level. I also provided supplementary courses in listening, speaking, and intermediate to advanced pronunciation. This position involved developing customized lesson plans, delivering targeted instruction, and conducting ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
2016 - 2016
English TOEFL TutorAs a personal ESL tutor for an adult Iranian student preparing for the TOEFL exam, I provided targeted instruction across all language skills, including test-specific strategies and practice under simulated exam conditions. It was a rewarding experience to support the studentās progress and watch their confidence grow on the path to TOEFL success.
2021 - 2022
Reading TutorAs a reading teacher with BookNook Inc., I provided instruction to students while assessing their reading levels and tailoring lessons to meet their needs. I utilized technology to enhance engagement, monitored progress closely, and offered targeted support to struggling readers. My goal was to build strong reading skills while inspiring a lifelong love of reading in every student.
2017 - 2017
French TutorI provided one-on-one tutoring in beginning-level French to a high school student, focusing on foundational vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills.
2019 - 2019
Portuguese TutorI provided beginning-level Portuguese tutoring to a group preparing for a mission trip to Mozambique, focusing on essential vocabulary, basic grammar, and culturally relevant communication skills.
2016 - 2017
Intern- English as a Second LanguageI interned as an ESL teacher working with college-aged students, where I taught a Listening and Speaking course focused on improving fluency and communication skills. This hands-on experience led to a formal teaching position within the same program, allowing me to continue supporting students in developing their English proficiency.
2016 - 2016
Volunteer English TeacherWhile traveling in Blantyre, Malawi, I volunteered to teach several English classes at local schools. This experience allowed me to engage with students in a new cultural context and support their language learning through meaningful, hands-on instruction.
Education
2014 - 2017
Bachelorās - Social WorkMy degree in Social Work has equipped me with a strong foundation in child development, communication, and emotional supportāskills I apply every day in my teaching to build trust, empathy, and positive connections with students and families.
2017 - 2017
Other - Certificate in French Language and CultureI earned a certificate in French Language and Culture from the Centre Universitaire d'Ʃtudes FranƧaises, which deepened my understanding of second language acquisition and broadened my ability to connect with learners from diverse backgrounds.
2014 - 2018
Bachelorās - International and Cross Cultural StudiesThis degree prepared me to engage competently in cross-cultural settingsāan essential skill for teaching English to children from diverse backgrounds. My coursework included foreign language study, global literature, anthropology, geography, and cross-cultural communication, giving me a deep understanding of how culture and language intersect.
Work Experience
2018 - 2019
Director of Immigrant MinistriesI welcomed refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo at a local church in Wichita, often serving as an interpreter between French and English. To support their integration and language development, I initiated a Family Mentor Program that paired refugee families with native English speakers for weekly language practice. In addition, I provided English instruction in both large group settings and one-on-one sessions, tailoring support to meet each familyās needs.
2023 - 2024
Lead Infant TeacherMy experience as an infant teacher equips me with patience, adaptability, and empathy, valuable assets for teaching ESL to young learners. My ability to simplify language, customize teaching methods, and create a nurturing environment is enhanced by my time management, organizational skills, creativity, and classroom management expertise. My background uniquely positions me to offer effective and engaging ESL lessons for children.
2013 - 2014
Volunteer Toddler Teacher
5.0
Rating
261
Students
4,808
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
155 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Chat With Me- Conversation Practice For Kids
B1Ā -Ā C2Conversation1,905 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 6% off
English Story Time for Kids (READING)
A2Ā -Ā C2Language Essentials1,262 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 6% off
English Vocabulary for Kids
A1Ā -Ā C2Language Essentials750 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 6% off
English for SIBLINGS- Kids
A1Ā -Ā C2Kids69 lessons completed
USD 31.00+
Package with 6% off
Beginners English for Kids
A1Ā -Ā A2Language Essentials503 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 6% off
Phonics and Pronunciation for Kids
A1Ā -Ā B1Language Essentials138 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 6% off
Availability
My creations
Vocabulary (2)
Podcast (14)
Quiz (8)
229 Reviews
Dinara
74 English lessons
Teacherās pick
Amanda is an excellent teacher. She is energetic, creative, playful and disciplined. Also she is very beautiful. I like her teaching style. My daughter likeās her very much. Her English became better and better. She enjoys Amandaās class every time.
Jan 15, 2025
Michael Zhao
112 English lessons
Teacherās pick
Amanda is an very experienced teacher, who is always patient, always gives the encouragement at her class, and always respond quickly to any inquiry! My kid has learned a lot from her and achieved much progress in English. I recommend Amanda to you and your kids!
Aug 26, 2024
Goetzke
35 English lessons
Perfect ! Amanda is great !
Apr 2, 2026
Alicia
93 English lessons
Teacherās pick
My daughter likes this teacher very much, the teacher's teaching style is unique, the classroom atmosphere is very good, my daughter's oral English is getting better and better.
Oct 4, 2024
Alla Ternovets
26 English lessons
As usually the best, thank you!
Apr 3, 2026
Goetzke
35 English lessons
Perfect
Apr 2, 2026
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