As a Political Science graduate, I thrive on exploring history, global politics, and current events—perfect for dynamic English discussions! My travels across Europe and Asia (plus German/Italian skills) help me connect cultures seamlessly. When not teaching, I channel my creativity into oil painting or swing jazz playlists—both of which inspire my lessons. Let’s make English vibrant together!
지도 경험
People have told me that I am a natural teacher. I worked most of my life in law enforcement, then after retiring, I did some substitute teaching in public schools in Vermont. I taught all grade levels and subjects and found that I loved working with young people. More recently, I obtained a TEFL/TESOL certification and began teaching English as a second language. This has been one of the most rewarding endeavors of my life. I would say that my strengths as a teacher are patience and persistence. I am willing to do what it takes to see that the student succeeds.
내 강의 및 지도 스타일
My lessons for beginning students involve the use of readings and pictures to introduce initial vocabulary and grammar. I follow the curriculum in "Practice Makes Perfect Basic English, Second Edition"to ensure that essential grammar is covered. For more advanced students, I tend to use a lot of IELTS preparation material,whether or not the student is planning to take that test. I just find those materials to be excellent for developing grammar, vocabulary and fluency. I also use materials taken from news articles, literature, poems and song lyrics. I try to customize these materials for the needs of the particular student and to always leave time for free conversation practice.
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영어 강의
시범 수업
276개 강의 완료됨
USD 10.00+
Informal Tutoring
A1 - C2일반2,234개 강의 완료됨
USD 11.00+
패키지(19% 할인가)
Beginner to Intermediate
A1 - B2일반597개 강의 완료됨
USD 12.00+
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Intermediate to Advance
B2 - C2일반1,011개 강의 완료됨
USD 12.00+
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수업 가능한 시간
652개의 평가
Selda
5개의 영어 강의
강사님의 선택
John is a brilliant teacher. He explains the meanings of words by giving funny examples and also by explaining where those words come from and how they are used in a daily life or in the academic world, which helps me learn them much more easily. During the class, he uses different techniques to improve my reading and listening skills besides my speaking skills. Also, he is punctual and gives importance to finish the task at hand even though our time is over.
2019년 5월 8일
mobile1693
10개의 영어 강의
강사님의 선택
Having classes and talking with John was a great experience, he has a good sence of humor which makes the class very interesting. He is very patient and open-mineded and well prepared and a good listener. I have learned many new words and really enjoyed the lessons.
2018년 7월 27일
Pavel Fedarynau
17개의 영어 강의
Excellent teacher
2025년 9월 24일
Julia
46개의 영어 강의
강사님의 선택
I liked to talk to John very much. We had a great conversation about everything. Very enjoyable and fun. Thank you, John!
2018년 8월 31일
Chris
6개의 영어 강의
Everyday the class is enjoyable with teacher John, because he always creates something to make you talk and correct your mistakes.
2025년 11월 17일
ArtyomGorskii
1개의 영어 강의
It was a nice informal tutoring lesson because it was both conversational lesson and guided reading of the text! John helped my with vocabulary that I didn't understand in the text and he draw pictures for words and explained them clearly. He also asked me questions and I was glad to answer all of them! He is kind, patient, inspiring and a nice person to have a conversation with! I hope I'll book a lesson with him again and see him soon! It was nice to meet him!