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English with Ethan
Professional TeacherTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish
Catalan
French
German
Sicilian
Specialties
Test PreparationBusinessPolyglot from NY with a master's degree in linguistics, a TEFL certificate and 6 years experience 🌎
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish
Catalan
French
German
Sicilian
Specialties
Test PreparationBusinessPolyglot from NY with a master's degree in linguistics, a TEFL certificate and 6 years experience 🌎
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From United StatesLiving in Barcelona, Spain (12:53 UTC+01:00)
About Me
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Hello everyone! My name is Ethan and I am originally from New York, but I currently live in Barcelona where I now teach English at a university and in several companies. I am a linguist, avid language learner and freelance translator who speaks English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French, Catalan and German. My passion is not only learning languages, but also teaching them. I enjoy discussing many diverse topics such as sports, world news, travel, gastronomy and more. Therefore, we will have a lot to talk about and we can have lessons learning vocabulary and sayings for such topics. Additionally, this year I will begin an MBM in international business.Me as a Teacher
I have experience teaching in many different settings from elementary schools to universities and language schools in several countries. I have been teaching in Spain for over four years now originally in primary and secondary schools, however most recently in a university and various companies. I am easygoing, but also very motivational to help my students achieve their goals. I enjoy using the students mother tongue to help clarify concepts if possible, however (depending on the level) we will also try to use as much English as possible because practice makes perfect. I will also suggest activities and other things that the students can do outside of the lessons to continue practicing. My lessons & teaching style
My lessons will be personalized based on the student because I believe that there is no best way to learn a language since everyone learns differently. We will discuss your goals and I will learn about your difficulties. Afterwards, we can start creating a lesson plan specific for you in order to get you the best outcome. I like to diversify my resources by using sources on many different topics to practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking. We can focus on American English, learn about English from around the world, or we could even focus on slang and informal speech from New York. With me, the possibilities are endless because I will work around what the student wants to learn.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Letter of from employer - BBi Communication España - 2025I have been teaching test preparation for years now, and I now teach specialized university and in-company courses focused on preparing students for the IELTS, TOEIC and Cambridge exams. This signed letter of recommendation is from my manager at BBi Communication España, which is the company that contracts me to teach in the other companies around Spain, as well as the highly accredited international university, Toulouse Business School.
Certificate verified
168-hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma - The TEFL Academy - 2023
Certificate verified
Business English Certificate - The TEFL Academy - 2023
Certificate verified
Teaching Business English - The TEFL Academy - 2023
Certificate verified
Introduction to Neurolanguage Coaching® E-Course - Efficient Language Coaching Global SLU - 2022
Certificate verified
C2 Spanish Certificate - Instituto Cervantes - 2022
Certificate verified
B2 Portuguese Certificate - Instituto Camões - 2017
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Teaching experience
2024 - Current
English, Spanish and French TeacherI am currently working as an in-person English, French and Spanish instructor at a private university called Toulouse Business School (TBS). My courses are for bachelor's and master's students with various different levels and focuses such as Business English, and preparation for the IELTS and TOEIC exams. I am also a French and English in-company teacher both on site, as well as online with several companies around Spain. I have taught over 15 groups and over 150 students through this company.
2021 - 2023
English TeacherDuring my first year, I assisted and taught in all classes at a bilingual elementary school in Seville. Additionally, I interpreted at Erasmus+ events in the Seville area with the school and translated the school's website from Spanish to English. I then moved to Madrid where I taught and assisted in English and history classes at a bilingual high school. My responsibilities included planning lessons, organizing activities for both schools on various topics, and providing private lessons.
2021 - 2022
Teaching Assistant and EditorI assisted in online teaching for English, Spanish, French and Italian courses in various levels for students aged from 12-80. I also edited course content in the aforementioned languages to improve the accuracy of the teaching materials.
2020 - 2021
English Language AssistantI assisted in lessons and held online support sessions for a high-level English linguistics course while studying abroad in Germany. I mainly provided assistance to students with pronunciation and speaking skills, but I also had to write reports for the head professor on the student's progress and attendance in my sessions.
Education
2023 - 2024
Master's - Theoretical and Applied LinguisticsI enrolled in 65 ECTS (60 ECTS minimum) with 10 courses ranging from Teaching Spanish Grammar to Comparative Linguistics. I learned numerous skills throughout this master’s, such as researching, experimentation, ethics and using relevant technology like Praat and RStudio to process linguistic data. Courses were all completed on campus in Barcelona. My thesis titled “What Sicily can learn from Catalonia about minority language normalization” is in the process of being published.
2017 - 2021
Bachelor’s - Modern LanguagesI double majored in German and French, and double minor in Spanish and Italian. I was also a member of the German Honor Society and a recipient of four German and French awards. Along the way I studied in France and Germany, both for a semester each, as well as a month program in Argentina and an intensive summer French immersion program at Middlebury College. In the end, I graduated Magna Cum Laude with 144 credits, even though only 120 were required.
Work Experience
2021 - Current
Translator and ProofreaderI have translated and proofread various types of texts using Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French and English. They included résumés, LinkedIn profiles, cover letters, websites and essays.
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Rating
294
Students
1,828
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
204 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
General English Grammar, Vocabulary, and/or Writing Practice
A1 - C2Language Essentials1,033 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 10% off
Specialized Conversation Classes
A2 - C2Conversation324 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 10% off
Business English Classes
A2 - C2Business99 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 10% off
Test Preparation (Cambridge, IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC)
A2 - C2Test Preparation40 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 10% off
Availability
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88 Reviews
Anna
21 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Ethan is a really great teacher. He is helping me feel more confident and prepare for the C1 Cambridge exam. His lessons are fun and focused on what I need most. He explains things clearly and gives very helpful feedback. I am really grateful, and I highly recommend him!
Jul 16, 2025
Taj
50 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I've taken more than 150 classes on Italki and tried more than 12 different teachers. And Ethan is without a doubt the best teacher I've ever met, which is why I continue to study with him. Good job, Ethan.
Mar 30, 2022
irina patrascu
26 English lessons
My boys are very satisfied with the lessons and feel more confident in their English skills. We truly appreciate the dedication and professionalism shown in every class. Ethan tailors his lessons specifically to teenagers, using interesting and entertaining topics that keep them engaged. Thank you so much, Ethan!
Feb 6, 2026
Patricia
20 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Ethan was crucial in helping me with my CV, cover letter, and practice interviews. His assistance was invaluable. I'm truly grateful and highly recommend his services!
May 9, 2024
Marcus
34 English lessons
Ethan is a very articulate and well-structured teacher. His pronunciation is very clear and easy to understand. If you are looking for a friendly teacher who takes his time and helps you make good progress with the language, Ethan is the right choice!
Feb 6, 2026
Sarahfmed Frota
9 English lessons
Super indico! A didática é excelente e realmente ajuda a deixar o inglês muito mais fácil
Nov 23, 2025
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