Prepare for TOEFL, IELTS, PET, and other language exams

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Why choose italki?

Discuss your target score and specific areas you want to improve with your teacher for personalized training.

TOEFL

Mock speaking tests with former examiners. Get detailed feedback and tips. Take the exam with confidence. 

IELTS

Learn practical English for everyday situations through real-life topics in interactive lessons.

Learn business English and give yourself a competitive edge in the workplace.

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We'll have an elaborate discussion about what I could do to help prepare you for the TOEFL exam and discuss your scores, overall English language ability and experience, and/or other pertinent matters so that I can guide you from there. We'll discuss how many sessions you should be taking in order to reach your target requirement and how to organize your schedule with me. Look forward to it!

Hello everyone! If you're in need of serious preparation for the TOEFL iBT exam, you're in the right place!  TST Prep, Magoosh, etc. couldn't help you pass? Well then, you're in a MUCH BETTER place!  I've prepared countless test-takers for the TOEFL exam. I've been privately tutoring and even teaching group classes on TOEFL for more than 10 years, so I've developed various methods and strategies based on my own experiences w/ the exam as well as my students' experiences! I can also help students who are neurodivergent and get super nervous during the exam.

 I can help prepare YOU for TOEFL reading, TOEFL listening, TOEFL speaking and TOEFL writing. Any section of the exam YOU need support on! Don't be shy and reach out to me if you're serious and determined to take on this exam! Not only will I help you pass this exam, but you'll notice your English abilities improve too!

TOEFL iBT Lessons

This lesson is mainly to get to know each other and discuss what are your goals, needs, and interests.

In this lesson, I take a balanced approach to target all key areas of language learning. We will focus on vocabulary, grammar, listening, speaking, reading, and pronunciation—ensuring that you improve in every aspect of English. Whether you're a beginner or at an intermediate level, this lesson is designed to build a strong foundation and give you a well-rounded understanding of the language. I’ll guide you through structured activities that blend various skills so you can develop your language abilities in a holistic way.

General Structured English Lesson

In this lesson, we focus on improving your speaking skills by engaging in natural, dynamic conversations. We can discuss a variety of topics based on your interests, from everyday situations to more complex discussions.  You can decide which topic you would like to decide or I can. The goal is to help you feel more confident and comfortable using English. Whether you're a beginner or advanced, I’ll adapt the conversations to suit your level and encourage you to express yourself with ease.

Conversational Practice

In this lesson, we’ll focus on the key skills you need to excel in the TOEFL exam. You will practice speaking tasks that mirror the real test format, helping you become more confident and efficient under exam conditions. Additionally, we’ll work on crafting well-structured essays, improving both your writing skills and your ability to express ideas clearly. This lesson is designed for students at the B2-C1 level who want to fine-tune their exam strategies and increase their score. Let’s get you fully prepared for test day!

Preparation TOEFL to ace your oral exam or writing section (Only B2-C1 levels)

In this class, we’ll focus on practical skills you can use in professional settings. Whether you need help writing emails, speaking in meetings, giving presentations, or improving your small talk and fluency with coworkers, I’ll tailor the lessons to your specific job or industry.

We can cover:

Business vocabulary and formal expressions

Email writing and reports

Presentations and meeting participation

Telephone and video call communication

Workplace scenarios and role-plays

Lessons are flexible and personalized.

Job Interview Preparation

I will help you prepare on what to expect and give you feedback on how you could improve. Afterward, we will practice on your speaking :)

IELTS Speaking Preparation

In the end, I decided to put an option of correction&translating from English to Spanish. Many students have to request me to do that!

English Document Correction&Translation&Proofreading

Psychology provides insights into how individuals learn, process information, and develop cognitively. With this knowledge, I can tailor my teaching methods to better suit the needs and learning styles of students.

To obtain this certificate, I completed a specialized course focused on teaching the TOEFL exam. The course required me to engage with in-depth materials about TOEFL preparation, including strategies for each exam section: reading, listening, speaking, and writing. I participated in practical assignments, discussions, and assessments that tested my understanding of the exam structure, scoring criteria, and teaching techniques tailored to help students succeed in TOEFL.

In the trial session we start by identifying your goals, strengths and weakness. I will try to help you decide which type session will suit you and come up with a study plan.

In these sessions we will focus on conversational skills, and I will provide corrections  (verbally and in writing) and suggestions where necessary. We can also use materials such as articles and texts for variety of topics and to introduce new vocabulary.

General Conversation Practice

These sessions are to work on specific grammar structures such as; articles, conditionals, prepositions, verb tenses and word order. Please be sure to send me a message letting me know which structures you would like to work on when scheduling a session. If you think you need to improve your grammar but am not sure which structures you need to work on start off with a 30 minute trial session.

Grammar Support

These sessions are to prepare for exams such as FCE, CAE, IELTS and TOEFL  (if you'd like to prepare for another type of exam please send a message specifying which exam and I'll let you know if I would feel confident helping you). 
Usually I like to use sample tests to practice with you, while introducing more complex grammar (such as conditionals, various clause types and perfect tenses) as well as advanced vocabulary (like phrasal verbs, idioms and descriptive language). I tend to mostly focus on speaking in these sessions but also use them to review writing tasks.

FCE, CAE, IELTS & TOEFLexam preparation

Are you preparing for a job interview? In these sessions we'll go through some common job interview questions, and I'll provide feedback and suggestions.
Do you need to improve your professional English? In these lessons we can work on skills needed for emails, meetings, presentations and negotiations.

Job Interview Preparation & Business English

We can work on specific vocabulary such as descriptive language, idioms or phrasal verbs. Additionally, if you think your vocabulary needs work overall we will use the sessions to use alternatives to commonly over-used vocabulary.

Vocabulary Boost

I have completed my 120 hour training in Teaching English as a Foreign Language. 
This includes modules on: Classroom management, Teaching Grammar, Cultural Sensitivity, Giving Feedback and Learning New Language.

I carried out quality assurance on teachers' performance, and provided training to improvement teacher and lesson quality

I have experience teaching yoga to a diverse range of individuals, including groups of 5 to 20 participants

I have experience working in media and film, shooting and editing film and TV productions.

A 20-Hour
reading and discussion-based course on
effective, current methodology for
teaching English to adult speakers of
other languages with emphasis given to
teaching in classrooms in countries
where English is not the dominant
language – an English as a foreign
language context.
In this Teaching IELTS course, trainees
gain a comprehensive understanding of
the IELTS exam, including the scoring
criteria and question types.

20 Hour Teaching Business English Course includes the following: The Business Arena, The Business English Learner, Business English Teaching Contexts and Opportunities, Assessing Needs, Teaching Business English Speaking Skills, Teaching Business English Writing Skills

I taught both group and private lessons, both following a course or giving customized lessons. I managed to teach over 3000 lessons during my time at EF.

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I can! I must! I will! Aim, Plan, Schedule. What is your motivation? Confidence, fluency, education, your dream job, travel, startups, investing, finance, tech, big data, science, medical, law, sports, public speaking and more motivate my students to see how to get to the top level of English.

From 2-year-olds to adults, everyone has committed and has seen that they learn faster in one class ever before. 

Take action. Commit to dedication. Start the journey!

Pol said, "Anthony is ultimately the best English teacher I have ever had. His classes were not like the typical ones, boring and repetitive. His classes were outstanding, I had a lot of fun and I learned a lot from his different techniques. He helped me pass an exam which I only had less than 2 months two prepare and that a lot of other English teachers told me that I would not pass it. Finally, I pass the exam thanks to him and I also learned much more with him than what I had learned in the previous years."

Yelina commented, "My daughter is 4.5 years old and she’s been with Anthony to learn English for around 6 months already. He knows how to talk and convince my daughter to speak. He’s also very creative trying to leverage many different ways of teaching to keep kids interested and focused. She’s progressing well by speaking full sentences and asking/answer questions logically. Thanks, Anthony, and I look forward to many more future sessions."

Lucy mentioned, "He is the best teacher that you’ve ever see! I have been learning English with Tony for over a year, he is so nice and interesting. We’ve been talking about sports, food and so on. What's more, he really helped me with my confidence. Now I enjoy talking in front of my classmates, and I do appreciate that I met Tony one year ago."

Skyrocket Your Scores! 📈 Gain an average of 32% higher scores, 50% better comprehension, and 100% memory retention, for ANY AGE! Our logical & structured courses target your specific improvement areas with tailored materials and exercises.

Why Choose This Course?

- Proven Success: "Anthony, I want to share the great news with you. I received the call and the invitation from Stanford, yesterday! I want to thank you very much for the time and patience helping me to be prepared for the interviews. You were awesome."

- Stress-Free Prep: Test-taking feels difficult when unprepared. With our readiness, it becomes less stressful and more achievable!

- Highly Recommended: One-hour lessons are ideal, training you for success just like countless other students who've passed their chosen exams.

Areas of Focus:

Speaking 🗣️
Listening 👂
Writing ✍️
Reading 📖
Grammar ✅

Materials Provided: Books, Vocabulary, Downloads, Videos 📚

IELTS/TOEFL Breakthrough!

- Stuck at Band 6.5 or lower? 😩
- Frustrated, unsure what's wrong? 🤯
- Tired of memorizing useless word lists? ⏰

ARE YOU READY to uncover what's holding you back with a DETAILED OFFLINE ASSESSMENT? We'll highlight your weaknesses and provide viable solutions!

ARE YOU READY for an EXPERT GRADING of your essay, focusing on Task Achievement, Coherence, Grammatical Range & Accuracy, and Lexical Resource?

ARE YOU READY FOR BAND 7-9 by simply getting assessed and correcting your weaknesses?

Start today and achieve your dream score! ⭐

EXAM/TEST PREPARATION: TOEFL, IELTS, GRE, GMAT, CPE, FCE, PET, ACT, SAT, CAE, OET, USMLE

Want to confidently lead native English speakers? Ready to assertively engage in meetings and interviews? Dream of leading presentations to hundreds of global elites—investors, CEOs, academics? This course is for you! 🤩

My students include professionals from Facebook, Google, Amazon, multi-millionaire business owners, doctors, lawyers, bankers, IT & Tech, scientific researchers, academics, the United Nations, influencers with 1M+ followers, YouTubers, and all future leaders! 🤝

Is this course for you? Only if you're ready to open opportunities, forge new connections, and become your best self! Will it be easy? Seriously...? 100% effort, focus, and determination are essential. 🎯

I lead by example: pushing optimal excellence. I tackle weighted Spartan Trifecta Races (21k, 10k, 5k in one week!), beach & mountain marathons, CrossFit in NYC's 32-degree temps, public speaking on 3 continents, and teach HIIT. You'll get practical tips tailored to your needs, learning to speak with and lead others powerfully. 💪

You're invited to succeed! I'm confident you'll thrive in this course.

⭐️ What You'll Master in Each Class:

1. Effective Introductions
2. Conversational Manner
3. Use of Questions
4. Proper Information Introduction
5. Accurate Reading
6. Clear Application
7. Accuracy & Conviction
8. Illustrative Teaching
9. Appropriate Visual Aids
10. Modulation
11. Enthusiasm
12. Warmth & Empathy
13. Clear Practical Value
14. Highlighting Main Points
15. Expressed With Conviction
16. Upbuilding & Positive Tone
17. Understandable Communication
18. Informative to Your Audience
19. Reaching the Heart
20. Effective Conclusions

This class isn't just about learning English; it's about transforming your professional presence. You'll gain unparalleled confidence, master persuasive communication, and unlock new levels of opportunity in your career. Ready to speak, lead, and influence like never before? Enroll today and become the impactful communicator you're meant to be! ⭐

Executive Business Communication 🗣️💼

This is a super fun, engaging class for your little ones! 😄 We welcome students to join us for Homework Tutoring 📚, Speech Coaching 🎤, Test Preparation 📝, and exciting lessons on Travel & Culture! ✈️🌍

My current students are already confident speakers 🗣️ and leaders 🏆 in top elite private schools—this is the perfect class for your child! ✨

Speaking English regularly is vital! 🗣️ Together we'll play games 🎲, describe pictures 🖼️, read books 📖, and sing songs 🎶. We cover all areas of English: Vocabulary, Pronunciation, Comprehension, Grammar, Presentations, Listening, Speaking, Spelling & Writing. ✅

I recommend 60-minute classes ⏳ for maximum retention and speaking practice. Students will be fully engaged, in and out of their seats! 🤸 My brain-based learning methods help them increase scores by 32% 📊, boost comprehension by 50% 🧠, and memorize 262 new vocabulary words in just 26 days (2-3 minutes per word!). 🚀 They'll learn in one hour what usually takes many boring classes. 🎉

Your child will fully engage their brain 🤔, body 💪, and energy ⚡ to absorb the most information in the least time. My 40 different teaching methods 🎨 are tailored to how your son or daughter learns best. 🧩

All are welcome! 🥰 Students with Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD (formerly ADD), and Twice-Exceptional (2E) are especially welcome here. 🤗 We also encourage all ages willing to put in the effort to read and learn, including those needing reading comprehension support. 📖💡

We'll learn to memorize and use 262 vocab words in 26 days by acting out material 🎭, mind mapping 🗺️, using descriptive gestures ✨, and more.

A Smart Child = Opportunity! 🌟 Give your child the gift of fluent English today! 🎁

Fluent Kids & Young Leaders 🌟🧒🚀

Unlock the full power of English with this comprehensive class! 🚀 We cover all essential areas of speaking and writing: Phonics, Pronunciation, Spelling, Reading, and Comprehension. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this course is designed for you. 🎯

You'll gain the ability to confidently say, spell, read, and truly understand any level of English text. We focus on building your vocabulary, introducing words specific to your current level and gradually advancing to higher-level terms. This approach will empower you to read and explain even difficult texts with ease. 🧠📚

For students currently in school, this class provides invaluable support. You'll receive the help needed to excel in reading comprehension and develop strong, confident speaking abilities. Our goal is to pinpoint your weakest areas and transform them into strengths, helping you quickly overcome any challenges you've been facing with the English language. 💪📈

Ready to build a solid foundation, speak with clarity, and comprehend English like never before? Enroll today and start your journey to English mastery! ⭐

Mastering Phonics, Pronunciation, Spelling, Reading & Comprehension 🗣️📖

This year, dedicate 100% of your mind, motivation, and strength to English! 💪 Tired of just thinking about learning? "I want to learn English fast," "I plan to study more," "I need to be more organized"—these thoughts keep you stuck. It's time to stop pondering and start doing! The world is full of people stuck at the "BOOKS ABOUT LEARNING ENGLISH" door. Be decisive. Push the "ENGLISH" door open!

Your Rewards with 500% Commitment:

- 100% Immersed! 🌊
- 100% Committed! 🤝
- 100% Qualified! ✅
- 100% Empowered! ✨
- 100% Confident! 🗣️

Our Shared Goals:

- Meet 1-3 times weekly. 🗓️
- Fully Engage your English. 🧠
- Use the new language constantly. 💬

As Ben says, "I seemed to stay on a plateau when I didn’t use the language on a regular basis." So, converse, converse, converse!

Your Path to Fluency:

- Listen Carefully 👂
- Imitate Fluent Speakers 🗣️
- Memorize & Repeat 🧠
- Read Aloud 📖
- Analyze Grammar ✅
- Continue to Make Progress 📈
- Assign Definite Study Times ⏰
- Speak! Speak! Speak! 🎤

Why Take Action NOW?

1. Action is Cheaper than Planning. 💰
2. Action Allows Emergence. 🌱
3. Inaction is Scarier. 😱
4. Motivation Follows Action. ✨
5. Action is an Existential Answer. 🎯
6. Action Creates Courage. 🦁
7. Explanations Follow Actions. 💡
8. Action Beats the Odds. 🚀
9. Action Makes You Humble. 🙏
10. Action Isn't Petty. 🌟

"Why Do I Succeed? I succeed because I am willing to do the things you are not. I will fight against the odds. I will sacrifice. I am not shackled by fear, insecurity, or doubt. I am motivated by accomplishment, not pride. If I fall, I will get up. If I am beaten, I will return. I will never stop getting better. I will never give up, ever. That is why I succeed."

The world is calling out for action. It's time to stop looking and push that big red "SCHEDULE LESSON" button! ▶️ Your 500% Commitment starts now! Actions bring Success! 🎉

500% Fluency Commitment: Your Ultimate INTENSIVE Immersion! 🚀🌟

English lessons tailored to your level! Children and adults alike are welcome to embark on an exciting journey to English fluency.

1. Beginner Level: Your Fun Start! 🚀

All ages will grasp the basics of English in this fun and easy course. Each lesson is carefully adjusted to student's speed. Words, pictures, videos, songs, vocabulary, spelling, pronunciation, memorization, & more! As one student over 65 shared after his first lesson, "I love the easy methods! They are fun!" He learned 30 sentences he used next day. My patient, energetic, and kind approach makes learning fun & easy. From beginner to advanced, your journey will be exciting!

2. Intermediate Level: Build & Communicate! 💡🗣️

If you have a basic understanding of English & are ready to construct meaningful sentences & conversations, this is for you! We cover Comprehension, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Pronunciation, Fluency, Spelling, Accurate Reading, Adjectives, Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms, Native English Expressions, Conversational English, Paraphrasing, Role Playing, & describing situations. You'll learn through a well-organized method, with accent training & pronunciation adjusted for your specific needs. It's an encouraging, fun, and energetic learning experience that engages every part of your mind!

3. Advanced Level: Speak Like a Native! 🎓🎤🌟

After this course, you'll be speaking English like a native! Learning expressions native speakers regularly use is vital. We'll dive into idioms like "Ace in the hole," "Get a move on," and "Laugh all the way to the bank." When you speak with confidence and accuracy, others will listen. This Advanced English course will refine, adjust, and improve all areas of your English. You'll be ready to thrive in any English-speaking country—conducting business, attending universities, or speaking to large audiences. If you're looking to take your English to the top level and value honest, kind guidance, this course is for you!

English for Everyone! COMPLETE ENGLISH (ALL AGES): Beginner to Advanced 🌍📚✨

Advanced Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. 40 Teaching Methods

Bachelor of Education, Cum Laude (High Honors

Champaign, Illinois, United States from 1996-1998 
Atlanta, Georgia, United States from 1998-1999 
New York, United States from 1999-2006
Atlanta, Georgia, United States from 2006-2009
Champaign, Illinois, United States from 2009-2015
New York, United States from 2015-present.

This trial is a chance for us to get to know each other and determine your needs.  (Scroll to the bottom for a challenge.) I use conversation to find your grammar and speaking level. Our conversation may be a question game or a discussion about some event in this week's news. I'll ask you questions about your grammar, reading, and writing skills. I encourage you to ask me questions about anything you want because question structure can be the hardest part of grammar. Many students up to upper intermediate have difficulty with detailed or specific questions. My strength is in essay writing and reading comprehension for tests. Reading and writing are always done in your time as homework. In class I give you my evaluation of what you did well, a lesson on improving what you did poorly and more homework. Message me if you want the trial to include an eight to ten-minute mini-lesson and what you want in the lesson, grammar, reading, or writing.  
Try this short free General English Assessment.         https://forms.gle/ULPwhmgq6YuenYqr7

Let us get started.  Book a trial and let us see if we enjoy working together.

This class is for people who want to improve their conversation skills or work on grammar.  Feel free to teach me about your culture or discuss something you read in the newspaper last week.  This is my standard syllabus.    https://docs.google.com/document/d/1okoKi7Mum9uPGTM-qPIMGz4I8U6knbvLQ2-Q6AQzLqk/edit?usp=sharing       I provide both individual and group lessons.  Group lessons are taught on zoom.  For two people, the price is  the 90 minute class but the class lasts 55 minutes.  For three people, the third person books a 30 minute class in addition to the 90 minute class.  These three students get the 90 minute class. Try this short free General English Assessment. https://forms.gle/ULPwhmgq6YuenYqr7
Let's get started.  Book a trial and let us see if we like working together.

Conversation or Grammar

After assessing your reading and writing levels, I can teach you specific reading and writing skills. I show you examples. We discuss some practice questions. Then, I give you your homework. Most of your reading or writing happens during your alone time. The time you spend with me is spent teaching you the skills you need and reviewing the homework you did.

Secondary / University Preparation Writing and Reading Comprehension

In this class, we look at the different elements of story telling: conflict, character, plot, writing with show or tell, and so on. There are many areas to cover and focus on personalizing my classes to your needs. We'll look at examples of novels by popular published authors.  Then I'll give you writing homework where you practice the skill discussed. In the next class, we'll review your homework success and study a new skill.

Creative Writing

I can edit your academic, professional or creative writing for overall flow and message clarity.  If you are using translating apps or AI apps to create your academic or business writing, you may be producing text that is not actually native speaker level. 

My experience with AI text generators is that they suffer from several problems. Some of these are they are too verbose, using more words than needed to communicate the message. The level of register is wrong for your audience. They may use higher levels of vocabulary not suitable for your context or audience. Finally, they may not sound like you.
Writing in English logic flows in straight line. Writing also has a purpose. I will look for these issues in your writing and advise corrections.

What you get: I will meet with you twice in 30 minute sessions. In the first session, you show me your work and the areas that concern you. I will read and edit your work in my time. In the second session, I will discuss my overview of how successful your writing is.
I will suggest corrections. If I see large writing problems, I will suggest future lessons to correct these features in your writing.

What you pay for:
You are paying for a professional teacher and writer to review your work. You are free to disagree but this is not cause for a discount or refund of service. You are paying for a review.
How to submit material:
Submit your work in MS Docx or PDF format. Times New Roman 12 point font 1.5 line spacing. No more than 8 pages. My price is $5 US per page

Message me if you have less than 8 places for a price reduction. No less than 4 pages.

I will also edit longer pieces that fit the format described above. The basic price is $5 US per page for 10 or 100 or more pages.

Message me if you want to see a sample of my writing.
Book a trial lesson. I look forward to helping you.

Editing Services

This is my four year Bachelor Degree in Political Science

This is a secondary school teaching certificate for Social Studies Grades 7-12.

This was a 325 hour program consisting of 8 courses and an internship.

This was a nine month, 8 course project based learning program.

I started in the warehouse with various inventory duties. I was promoted to a clerical cost control position in the purchasing department.  I spent the last six years in purchasing and inventory management.

I started as an artillery gun crew member. Promoted regularly, I rose to the rank of sergeant.  In this capacity, I ran the technical section and taught new technicians to calculate firing data.  In the field, I was the Battery Commanders technician: "5th (BC) Field Battery Royal Canadian Army." I served in order to pay for my college and university studies.

Here on Italki, I have guided adults to improve their English for the workplace, job interviews, test preparation, and conversation. Typically, my test prep students score IELTS 7 or better the first time they do the test. They succeed because I coach them to think, speak and write in English and to stop translating. During this time, I teach from my ebook, "Writing Attention-Getting Paragraphs." In 2022, I was in the top 1% group of English teachers here in Italki.

From Aug. 2012 to May 2015, I taught ESL. From Aug. 2015 to Dec. 2018, I taught Secondary Social Studies to secondary school-aged children.

I taught reading comprehension and essay writing.

I taught North American pronunciation and North American concepts of customer service to call center agents who provided problem-solving services for computer hardware and software.

I taught new adult immigrants beginner and intermediate-level grammar and settlement-related vocabulary.

I taught secondary school children English.

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During the trial lesson there are many different options: 

1) We can create a learning plan to help you reach your goals.
2) You can ask any questions that you have about my classes or packages
3) I can check your writing or speaking ability and identify your areas for improvement. 

Before this, I'll ask you some questions during the first 5-10 minutes to get to know you and identify what you want out of the classes. Remember the trial class is only 30 minutes, so please be realistic about how much we can achieve in that time. 

If you have any questions, please send me a message and I'll reply as soon as possible.

This course will prepare you for the IELTS speaking and writing exams and can be adapted based on your needs. It doesn't matter whether you are taking IELTS in one week, one month or one year. Many students are able to train themselves for the reading/listening parts of the test, but struggle to achieve the same scores in speaking and writing and I'm here to help you with that.

We will focus on the most common topics that you will be tested on in the IELTS and work on all of the sub skills, to make sure you get the score you deserve. I have trained students who achieved between Band 7-9 for speaking/writing and know that my method works.

In addition, you will receive one google document each class with a model answer, extra advice and vocabulary for IELTS writing. You will then follow this document to write your own high level answer to a real IELTS question, which I will check during the next class.

In particular I put a strong focus on teaching:

1) Idiomatic language
2) Precise pronunciation
3) Range of advanced vocabulary 
4) Structure
5) Fluency
6) Phrasal Verbs

It is also possible to focus on writing for half of the class and speaking for the other half. If you have any further questions, please feel free to message me.

IELTS Preparation Course: Speaking and/or Writing 2025

This is a special service available to grade and offer corrections/improvements for task 1 and 2 of the IELTS writing exam. This class will be performed offline, so you can send your writing to be checked at anytime and it will be returned within one working day of me receiving it.

You will receive task achievement, coherence and cohesion, lexical resource and grammatical range and accuracy scores with a full explanation about why you received this grade. In addition,  you will receive advice about how to improve your score in each section.

60 Minute Class=
1)  One task 1 and one task 2 essay OR
2) Two task 2 Essays 

30 Minute Class=
1) One Task 2 Essay

This service will definitely help you to reach your goals more quickly

PS: If you can't find time in my schedule, please send me a message and I'll send you a lesson invitation.

(OFFLINE) IELTS Writing: Editing and Grading Service

Do you ever feel like your English is stuck at the same level and you'd like to go a little bit further? Would you like something that is more than just a conversation class? 

This fully-flexible course is designed to help with the common problems faced by intermediate and advanced learners. 

Together, we will identify your strengths and weaknesses in the first class and will then create a plan to take your English to the next level. 

Here are some of those common issues that I help students with:
-Correcting your pronunciation including individual sounds and intonation
-Teaching you how to speak fluently and without fear
- Enhancing your vocabulary across a wide range of topics
-Fixing common grammatical errors and expanding your grammatical range
-Teaching students how to think critically about the world
-Demonstrating clear structures to improve your written English 
-Preparing for job/university interviews and CV's/motivation letters  

If you have always been wanting to improve your level and have never known how to do, this is the course that you have been looking for!

Intermediate to Advanced English (B1-C2)

Are you struggling to understand the different types of questions in IELTS Writing task 2? Would you like to learn from model answers and have them explained to you sentence by sentence from an IELTS expert? 

This course includes a short book (16 pages)  with the most important information for IELTS task 2. What makes this unique is that each of the 7 units comes with a video of between 10 and 15 minutes to give you some essential tips and tricks, particularly to improve your task response, and coherence and cohesion.

This means that within 2 or 3 hours, you'll have the most important information to start writing IELTS tasks with confidence or you could even use this to revise key concepts just before the exam. 

Chapter 1-How to Write a One Idea Paragraph 
Chapter 2-Opinion Essays
Chapter 3-How to Write a Two Idea Paragraph 
Chapter 4-Discussion Essays
Chapter 5-Two-Part Questions
Chapter 6-Advantages and Disadvantages
Chapter 7-Problem and Solution 

This course is the ideal complement for my online classes and would work perfectly with the editing and grading service too. Alternatively, you can just watch the video course to learn the essential skills for IELTS. Literally, in 90 minutes, you could have a great understanding of the different structures and question types. 

This is a brand new course for 2023, but I've already given some of my current students the videos to learn from and they have loved them! 

Please book any available time in my schedule and as soon as I accept your request, I'll send you the book and videos :) 

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask! 

Please note that the book and videos are for personal use only and may not be shared without my permission.

OFFLINE-IELTS Writing Task 2 Essentials Video Course and E-book

I created a website with free materials for my Italki students. It has model answers, practice questions, advice and vocabulary to improve your IELTS or general English level.

Understanding the IELTS Assessment Criteria

Let's try a class together to find out your speaking, writing, pronunciation, or grammar goals in English!

Here is a video on one of the most important concepts of pronunciation, placement: https://youtu.be/bLzqby2Um0M

*Note: This requires downloading the messenger app, Telegram*

Welcome to our pronunciation group on Telegram! Every day, I post a group of words/sounds to say. You can reply with your own audio to get feedback from me and my assistant, LeNora. This is perfect for people who want to practice their pronunciation a little bit every day.

Find out more about what the group is like here: https://youtu.be/FDwPuwstUEo

1-MONTH Of Pronunciation Telegram Group

For students who mostly want to study/perfect their American accent/pronunciation. 
Here is an example of one of the most important concepts, placement: https://youtu.be/bLzqby2Um0M

We will cover pronunciation topics that most pronunciation teachers do not cover, but that will completely change your approach to accents.

I also have a pronunciation livestream every single Saturday where you can send in a pronunciation file and get feedback! Check out and example here if it interests you: https://youtu.be/5ZncTZSlVuU

Within 5 classes, we can go over the majority of vowel and consonant sounds. After that, we can discuss intonation, linking, and informal speech structures.

1-on-1 Pronunciation/Accent Class

Too busy for class? Want someone to check your writing? Send me an essay through skype or email and I'll make corrections for grammar, vocabulary, cohesion, logic, and style. 

See examples of my writing corrections here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlZ0dlSbrSXhhggCdRTWLKyqrugDQ09s3

*Please note that we will not meet over video; this is only for editing purposes.*

Choose a 30-minute class for anything under 400 words (for example, a task 1 and a task 2 for IELTS). Choose a 1 hour class for under 800 words.

Offline Editing

Thanks so much for checking out my services! This first session is a chance for us to get to know each other, answer questions, and create a plan of study for you. You can also get more familiar with me at www.youtube.com/fluentamerican

 **Please note: this lesson will not provide services like potential IELTS scores, in-depth writing analysis, or detailed feedback on grammar/vocab/pronunciation. Students may only select this option once**

Specifically, we will:

- Go over what your personal goals are for your English

- Discuss why you are studying English

- Create a study plan that you can use in the future

- Review study strategies and techniques for improving writing, vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, or speaking--depending on your area of focus

- Answer any questions you have

30 minutes is generally plenty to cover these topics! The hour option is only to handle any questions we cannot cover and may end early if all questions are answered.

If you have any additional questions about this class, please send me a message!

First Lesson: Share Your Expectations and Goals

I received my MA in TESL with a 4.0/4.0 GPA.

I graduated with a degree in English Literature and Modern Languages: Italian (with honors).

I administered the speaking and writing portions of the IELTS test for academic and general candidates.

I taught grammar, writing, speaking, vocabulary, listening, and presentation skills to students aged 16-70+

We can meet and introduce ourselves and discuss your best learning options here.
I have many options we can choose from, PDF books we can use together online, or simply have a conversation and practice speaking and pronunciation together. 
I look forward to meeting you.
Thank you

Business and Conversational English classes for people of any ability. All classes are structured, and books are provided for students.

English Classes (Canadian & American Business / CELPIP ) With or Without Books.

Mental health and resident care certification

Owner/Director & English Language Teacher

Interactive Language Lesson with Teacher Vanessa

"Have you ever considered personalized language lessons tailored to your interests and goals?

Meet Teacher Vanessa: Tailored Language Lessons for Children

- Personalized courses for children of all levels and ages.
- Wide range of topics covered, showcasing the flexibility in lesson customization (e.g., history, math, movies, etc.).

Materials used in the classes, such as themed books, movies, and games, to enhance comprehension and language skills.

Experience a Trial Lesson: Interactive Learning for Adults

- Teacher Vanessa's approach to adult language learners, focuses on individual goals and needs.
- Customized classes based on specific requirements shared before the lesson.

- Conversation session for those who don't provide specific preferences, highlighting the assessment of levels, interests, and objectives.

 Feedback and Support
- Provision of links, phrases, translations, and audio pronunciation after each lesson
- Homework offered upon request to further enhance learning


Policy Details:
    A. Cancellation Policy
        1. Charges apply for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the class.
    B. Teaching Multiple Students
        1. Option to teach multiple students with individual charges per student.
        2. Contact me in advance for bookings involving more than one pupil.

"Engaging English Classes for Children"

Ages:
7+

English level requirement :
A2+

 Class lengths and frequency for each age group:

  - Ages 7-12: 30 or 45 minutes, 1-3 times per week
   - Ages 12+: 1-hour class

Materials used in the classes - Songs, presentations, games, pictures, videos, etc.

Class Structure: Based on the Child's interests - Starting with a game, reading about the topic, and ending with a video quiz

Focus on active participation in speaking, thinking, and reading English.

 Highlights: Upbeat, fun, interesting, and engaging nature of the classes

Cancellation policy - Charges for cancellations made within 24 hours before the class.

Willingness to teach multiple students with individual charges. Contact me before booking.

Thank you for your interest in the English classes.

Kids Courses Based On Interests ( A2+ 7+ )

"Have you ever wondered how to make learning school subjects exciting and fun for kids?"

Cool Ways to Learn School Subjects for Kids!

     A.  Age-specific Learning Sessions:
        1. For ages 7-12: Offer 30 or 45-minute classes 1-3 times a week.
        2. For ages 12 and above: Provide 1-hour classes.

 B. Flexible Subject Options
        1. Offer teaching in Reading, Math, Science, History, or any subject preferred by parents.
    C. Interactive Learning Tools
        1. Engage kids with video quizzes, games, presentations, and interesting books.
    D. Homework Assistance
        1. Provide homework support upon request to reinforce classroom learning.

Academic background: Early Childhood Education and Family Studies.

    A passion for teaching children school subjects in an entertaining manner.

    Commitment to supporting children in subjects they find challenging or less appealing.
    
    A Creative approach to making learning enjoyable for every child.

Policy Details:
    A. Cancellation Policy
        1. Charges apply for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the class.
    B. Teaching Multiple Students
        1. Option to teach multiple students with individual charges per student.
        2. Contact me in advance for bookings involving more than one pupil

Cool Ways to Learn School Subjects for Kids!(7+ B1+)

"Ever wondered how to make learning English fun and interactive for preschoolers?"

Virtual preschool classes /Kindergarten for children aged 3-6

English Level: Pre A1-A1 30 mins 

My  background as a preschool teacher for over 3 years
- Experience teaching children ages 3-6 online for over 6 years

- Description of materials used in classes: songs, presentations, games, pictures, videos, etc.

- Curriculum highlights: alphabet, colors, shapes, letter sounds, basic vocabulary, and more

- Focus on interactive activities and engaging class environment

- Emphasis on developing English proficiency through fun and high-energy sessions

- Explanation of how children learn to respond to questions and grow their English skills

Policy Details:
    A. Cancellation Policy
        1. Charges apply for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the class.
    B. Teaching Multiple Students
        1. Option to teach multiple students with individual charges per student.
        2. Contact me in advance for bookings involving more than one pupil

Vanessa's Preschool/ Kindergarten Class (3-6, Pre A1, A1)

How to Have Natural Conversations in a Foreign Language**

Have you ever struggled with having a natural conversation in a foreign language?

Background in hospitality, culinary arts, and teaching.

Focus on building confidence, natural conversation, and having fun during language practice.

 Personalized Approach to Language Learning 
   - Creating a comfortable and friendly environment for language practice.
   - Discuss the parallels between conversing with a friend and learning a new language.

 Overcoming Language Learning Challenges
   - Facilitating language conversations.
   - Common fears and insecurities related to conversing in a foreign language.
   
3. Cultural Exchange and Diverse Topics
   - Cultural immersion in language learning.
   - Interests in traveling, different cuisines, TV shows, movies, and music.

Policy Details:
    A. Cancellation Policy
        1. Charges apply for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the class.
    B. Teaching Multiple Students
        1. Option to teach multiple students with individual charges per student.
        2. Contact me in advance for bookings involving more than one pupil

Conversational English For Adults(B1+)  ( 7 岁以上儿童 A2+ 级 )

"Mastering Exam and Business English Skills"**

A.  Age-specific Learning Sessions:
        1. For ages: 15+ ,1-hour classes, Level B1:

 Range of exams you cover, including IELTS, TOEFL, PET, CAE, TOEFL JR, and Duolingo etc.

 Assistance for job seekers, interview preparation, and overall language proficiency for professional settings.

- Offerings related to vocabulary building, listening, speaking, reading, and more

- Share insights on tackling common interview questions and industry-related inquiries.

"Reach out today to enhance your English skills and excel in your exams and career!"


Policy Details:
    A. Cancellation Policy
        1. Charges apply for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the class.
    B. Teaching Multiple Students
        1. Option to teach multiple students with individual charges per student.
        2. Contact me in advance for bookings involving more than one pupil

Test Prep( 15+) Business English (B1+) ( B1+级适合7岁以上儿童 )

Becoming a Digital Nomad

What is a Digital Nomad?
- Definition and explanation of a digital nomad and remote work.
- Lifestyle benefits including flexibility, freedom, and travel opportunities.

 Challenges of Transitioning
- Mental hurdles such as leaving comfort zones.
- Social aspects like maintaining relationships.
- Practical considerations such as internet connectivity and time zones.

Steps to Becoming a Digital Nomad

a. Assess Skills and Interests
b. Find Remote Work Opportunities
c. Plan Finances and Budgeting
d. Set Up a Productive Workspace
e. Manage Time and Work-Life Balance
f. Combat Loneliness and Stay Connected

Personal Tips and Tricks
- Time-saving strategies, effective communication tools, and favorite travel hacks.

Common Doubts and Misconceptions

Policy Details:
    A. Cancellation Policy
        1. Charges apply for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the class.
    B. Teaching Multiple Students
        1. Option to teach multiple students with individual charges per student.
        2. Contact me in advance for bookings involving more than one pupil

Digital Nomad Coaching (C1+) ( 学龄前3-6岁A1级 )

This certificate allows me to teach English as a second language.

This degree focuses on educating early learners.

With a passion for nurturing young minds, I bring fun and engaging lessons to my students. My experience teaching 3-6 year-olds sharpened my creative skills and showed me the magic of tailoring activities to each child's unique interests. Now on Italki, I incorporate that same spirit of joy and discovery into every lesson. My goal isn't just to teach English, but to help my students unlock their potential.

With a natural talent for engaging young minds, I spent years crafting enriching lesson plans that brought preschool subjects to life. As a teacher of 3-4 year olds, I integrated hands-on learning into every area from writing and math to science and language. My classroom came alive through activities tailored to pique each child's interest. I have a gift for making learning fun and memorable while still covering core skills that set students up for future achievement.

After leading over 3,000 online English lessons for children in China, I have honed my virtual teaching talents. My experience instructing learners aged 3 to 16 during fast-paced, 30-minute classes has equipped me with skills to build vocabulary for beginning students and develop an effective online teaching style. Now I'm ready to help my Italki students improve their English in our short time together. My background shows I know how to teach online and tailor lessons to help each student.

A seasoned chef with 9 years of experience, I've crafted creative menus using cuisines from around the world to accommodate every dietary need. My passion for food brings Googlers and chefs together through memorable dining experiences. With a talent for fusing global flavors and nutrition, I continue to push culinary boundaries.

A globe-trotting educator with a passion for inspiring others. With over 6 years of experience crafting fun, hands-on learning materials for children and adults alike, I bring energy and engagement to every lesson. From cultural exchanges across continents to making English come alive in the classroom, I use my own adventures to spark curiosity in my students. An advocate for learning through experience, my creative teaching style helps unlock the joy of discovery.

I have a 30 hour TOEIC and IELTS certification. These courses prepared me to teach IELTS and TOEIC to clients. It prepared me with the knowledge and resources needed.

This certification gave me the education to teach business English to adults.

My degree in Early Education and Child Care Aide allows me to work in a classroom teaching children.

With a passion for nurturing young minds, I spent over 2 years as a preschool teacher for 3-4 year olds. My classroom was filled with joyful laughter and curiosity as I designed engaging, hands-on activities tailored to my students' unique interests. Whether exploring science through sensory bins, strengthening fine motor skills through art projects, or sparking imaginations through dramatic play, I strived to instill a lifelong love of learning in each and every child.

With a passion for educating the next generation, I have worked with children of all ages and levels from China online. As a dedicated online teacher, I have helped students from diverse backgrounds improve their skills and knowledge. My adaptability in tailoring lessons to each child's needs has enabled countless young minds to thrive. It's rewarding to spark curiosity and foster meaningful connections with students across the world.

With a passion for learning, I've spent the last 6 years crafting fun and engaging educational material that keeps students of all ages enthralled. Having taught over 5,000 classes, I've honed my skills to provide customized lessons for preschoolers, college test prep, interview coaching, and everything in between. My experience and adaptability allow me to connect with each student at their level, ensuring they walk away not just smarter but excited about gaining new skills and knowledge.

In this trial lesson, we will get to know each other and identify your language learning goals. I will make suggestions about how I can help you to take the next step in improving your English.

Book this lesson if you are looking to improve your confidence and fluency in spoken English. The aim of this lesson is for you to speak as much as possible. I can provide you with an engaging discussion topic, for example, from a news article or video, then I will ask you questions about it. We can also focus on any discussion topics that you would like to talk about, and we can expand your vocabulary in those areas.

If you would like error correction, I can write down any errors that you make and we can discuss them towards the end of the lesson.

Please kindly note that my lessons are only suitable for adult learners.

Conversation practice

Book this lesson if you are interested in a structured approach to learning. Firstly, we will identify your English level and the areas which you would like to improve upon. This could be speaking, reading, writing, or listening skills. We will work together to improve your confidence and fluency in English while working on expanding your vocabulary and learning new idioms, expressions, and phrasal verbs. We will focus on topics that are of interest to you and will use a variety of materials such as recent news articles and up-to-date course books.

General English

In this lesson we will work together to improve your confidence and skills in the key areas of the Cambridge exams, whether that is speaking, reading and use of English, listening, or writing.

I will offer you support and guidance on exam structure and exam technique, and we will use a variety of materials including recent course books and practice papers to ensure that you are well prepared for your exam. 

Together we will work towards achieving the results that you hope for!

I kindly ask you to contact me after booking the first lesson to tell me which exam you are preparing for and if there are any particular areas that you would like to focus on.

Cambridge Exam Preparation (CPE, CAE, FCE, PET)

Open-ended employment contract with English First in Moscow to work as a Native English teacher dated from 22.08.2019.

120-hour Teaching English as Foreign Language course

I am teaching 156 academic hours per month with this company and this has provided me with invaluable experience in teaching different language levels and age groups.

I taught Cambridge test preparation classes (KET, PET, FCE, CPE) as part of the English First curriculum from 2019-2021. Since joining Italki, I have also taught 743 Cambridge exam preparation classes.

Have you ever thought about trying out personalized language lessons that perfectly fit your interests and goals? 

Tailored Language Lessons for Children:

Imagine having your child embark on a language learning journey that is completely personalized for their level and age. My courses cater to children of all levels and ages, covering a wide range of topics like history, geography, science, and more. I utilize themed books, movies, and games to make learning fun and effective.

Experience a Trial Lesson: Interactive Learning for Adults:

If you're an adult looking to learn a new language or improve your existing skills, I've got you covered. My approach for adult learners is all about focusing on your individual goals and needs. Whether you have specific requirements to share or just want to have a conversation session to gauge your level, interests, and objectives, I've got a plan for you. 

Feedback and Support:

After each lesson you don't just walk away - you get a ton of goodies to help you continue learning. I provide links, phrases, translations, and audio pronunciation to keep you on track. Plus, if you're up for it, I even offer homework to help you dive deeper into what you've learned.


Classes take place on Zoom, Skype or Tencent
Policy Details:
    A. Cancellation Policy
        1. Charges apply for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the class.
    B. Teaching Multiple Students
        1. Option to teach multiple students with individual charges per student.
        2. Contact me in advance for bookings involving more than one pupil.

Ages: 7+

English Level: A2

Class Length:
Ages: 3-7 30 mins
Ages: 7-12 30 or 45 mins 
Ages: 12+ 30,45 or 60mins

Entertaining and upbeat teacher:
( I will teach your child the basics of English in a fun way.)

Themed Classes:
Courses are based on the interest of your child. I will always encourage your child to be brave and try to speak. I am very interested in history, geography, science, and sports. I will bring a variety of fun materials into the class. (games, video quizzes, books, and more)

Conversational Practice: 
( I enjoy encouraging my students to become confident speakers. They will have many opportunities to speak in my classes.)

Feedback/Homework:
( Words, phrases, translations, audio pronunciation, and homework if requested.) 

Cancellation Policy - If you cancel after the 24-hour mark, you will be charged for the class.

Multiple Students: I am happy to teach more than one student. However, I charge per student. If you are looking for more than one student please contact me before booking.

Packages: Learning English takes consistency. Therefore packages allow you to save money but also ensure you are taking classes regularly.

Kids English A2+

NO RECRUITERS PLEASE or schools. I only work with clients directly.
Age: 7+
Level: B1+
Class Length:
Ages: 7-12 30 or 45 mins 
Ages: 12+ 30,45 or 60mins

Subjects: Science, History, Geography, Biology, Astronomy, or of parents choosing.

Homework: Available upon request

Materials used: Video quizzes, games, presentations, interesting books, and more.

I have a Double Bachelors Degree in Geography and Environmental Science. During my time at University and my global travels, I developed a passion for many of the above subjects. 

For example; Researching and exploring the history of Rome. In addition to working at a rainforest research center in Borneo Malaysia. 

I am here to help support your child in the above areas in a fun way. Learning should be fun which is why I offer many different types of engaging materials. If your child needs help in another school subject please let me know. I will be happy to develop materials around their needs.


Cancellation Policy - Cancellations within 24 before the class will be charged for the total amount. 

Multiple Students: I am happy to teach more than one student. However, I charge per student. If you want to book more than one student please get in touch with me beforehand.

Kids English( 7+ B1+ School Subjects)

NO RECRUITERS PLEASE or schools. I only work with clients directly.

Ages: 3-6
Level: A1
Length: 30 mins 

In Teacher Rays Little's Class, your child will learn the basics of English in a fun way. Colors, letters, shapes, and animals are just some of the topics we will cover in our classes. Classes will be engaging and high energy. Classes will have lots of games, songs, and videos to engage even the youngest learner.
 
Cancellation Policy - Cancellations within 24 before the class will be charged for the total amount. 

Multiple Students: I am happy to teach more than one student. However, I charge per student. If you want to book more than one student please get in touch with me beforehand.

Teacher Ray's Littles Course( 3-6,A1, Native/Non Native)

In this class, we will work on having a general conversation. My interests include history, geography, different cultures, and sports. I am open to talking about any topic. I will provide corrections during and after class. I am very easygoing and want all my students to have a good time learning English.

NO RECRUITERS PLEASE or schools. I only work with clients directly.


Cancellation Policy - Cancellations within 24 before the class will be charged for the full amount. 

Multiple Students: I am happy to teach more than one student. However, I charge per student. For more than one student please contact me before booking.

Packages: Learning English takes consistency. Therefore packages allow you to save money but also ensure you are taking classes regularly.

NO RECRUITERS PLEASE or schools. I only work with clients directly.

Ages: 15+
English Level: B1+

Exam Preparation:
Are you looking to prepare for an upcoming Exam? I have helped hundreds of clients pass exams (IELTS, TOFEL, PET, and Duolingo) I will use a variety of materials to help you become confident in each area of the exam.

Job Interview:
If you have an upcoming job interview or meeting I will help you gain your confidence. This course will allow a lot of time for speaking and diving into the most common interview questions. In addition to questions tailored to your specific career. 

NO RECRUITERS PLEASE or schools. I only work with clients directly.

Cancellation Policy - Cancellations within 24 before the class will be charged for the total amount. 

Multiple Students: I am happy to teach more than one student. However, I charge per student. If you want to book more than one student please get in touch with me.

Adult English- Test Prep, Business,( 15+ B1+, Native/ Non Native)7+ 学校科目 B1+，母语/非母语）

Working online has been gaining in popularity in the past years. People enjoy the freedom that working remotely gives. I have been working remotely for the past five years. Working remotely has allowed me to see the world and I am here to personally guide you through the process. 

This course includes:

What types of remote jobs can you do based on your skills. 
A detailed list of job openings that are personalized to your resume. 
Which countries and cities are the best for remote workers. 
How to find an accommodation geared toward remote workers. 
What I have learned from working remotely since 2018.
Travel planning/ Travel English


By the end of our lesson, you will have a better idea of what it is like to work remotely. The types of jobs you can do and a list of companies to apply to. 
 
NO RECRUITERS PLEASE or schools. I only work with clients directly.

Cancellation Policy - Cancellations within 24 before the class will be charged for the full amount. 

Multiple Students: I am happy to teach more than one student. However, I charge per student. If you want to book more than one student please get in touch with me beforehand.

Digital Nomad Coaching(C1+ Native/ Non Native)/幼儿园与瓦内萨老师（3-6岁，A1

120 hour TEFL
30-hour Business English 
30 -hour TESOL
30-hour Young Learners

Teaching children ages 3-17 English over the computer. I have taught over 5,000 classes.

Worked in the field collecting transportation data.

Worked with the college for alternative transportation projects.

I worked in the International Admissions Office helping students with the application, documents, and questions.

I took the 30 hour teaching IELTS Course and 30 hour TOEIC preparation course. These courses educated me on how to teach English for exams with focus on IELTS and TOEIC.

This certificate gave me the resources and education to teach Business English.

This certificate gave me the education to teach young learners of all ages.

I worked for DadaAbc in China online teaching children ages 2-18. Teaching over 7,000 classes to children of all ages. Providing my own fun and engaging materials to supplement the provided material.

I've taught over 2,800 lessons( and counting) to adults and children of all ages and levels. I teach everything from preschool to business courses. My classes are fun, upbeat, and engaging. My passions are but not limited to history, geography, sports, and cultural exchange. I have a deep passion for the cultural exchange that happens when I teach my students. My students will learn all aspects of English in a fun way especially speaking.

The trial lesson is an opportunity for us to discuss your language learning objectives and assess your current proficiency level. During this session, I will introduce you to my teaching methodology and explain how lessons are tailored to suit your individual needs and goals.

We will conduct a comprehensive assessment to identify your strengths and areas for development. I will also outline how our future lessons will be structured, ensuring they are aligned with your specific objectives. You will gain insight into the tools and strategies I use to facilitate progress and achieve consistent improvement.

This session also provides an opportunity for you to ask questions, clarify expectations, and determine if my teaching approach is the right fit for you, setting a solid foundation for our future lessons.

In my IELTS Speaking classes, I’ll help you develop the skills and confidence necessary to excel in the exam and achieve your target score. We’ll work through authentic exam questions across all three parts, focusing on how to deliver well-structured, detailed responses, avoid common pitfalls, and naturally incorporate a range of vocabulary and grammar.

I’ll guide you on enhancing fluency, coherence, and response length, ensuring your answers are both articulate and confident. Each session is customized to your level and objectives, whether you're aiming for 6.5+ or need to improve from a 5.5. Through targeted practice and detailed feedback, you’ll gain clear strategies to elevate your performance.

IELTS Speaking

In my IELTS Writing classes, I’ll guide you in refining your writing skills to achieve a higher score on both Task 1 and Task 2. We will focus on crafting clear, concise, and well-organized essays, emphasizing effective question analysis, paragraph structure, and providing relevant examples to support your arguments.

I’ll help you develop strategies to improve task response, coherence, cohesion, lexical resource, and grammatical accuracy. Each lesson is tailored to your level and specific goals, whether you aim to elevate your score to Band 6.5 or progress further. You will receive comprehensive feedback and targeted guidance to enhance your writing style and overall performance.

IELTS Writing

In my Academic English classes, I focus on developing the key skills needed for success in university-level writing and communication. We will work on enhancing your academic writing, including essay structure, critical analysis, and the use of formal academic language. Special attention will be given to improving your ability to write clear, coherent arguments, conduct literature reviews, and cite sources correctly.

I’ll also help you master the nuances of academic vocabulary and grammar, ensuring you can express ideas precisely and effectively. Each lesson is personalized to address your specific academic goals, whether you’re preparing for university assignments or looking to improve your overall academic writing. You’ll receive constructive feedback and practical strategies to advance your writing proficiency and academic performance.

Academic English – Writing, Presentations & University Applications

In my Business English classes, I focus on developing the language skills essential for effective communication in the professional world. Whether you're preparing for business meetings, crafting formal reports, or delivering presentations, I’ll help you communicate with precision and professionalism.

We will focus on key areas such as advanced business vocabulary, formal writing conventions, negotiation strategies, and effective verbal communication. Each lesson is tailored to your specific needs and professional context, whether you're looking to enhance your job interview performance, improve business correspondence, or refine your overall communication skills.

Through targeted feedback and structured practice, you’ll gain the confidence and fluency needed to succeed in a global business environment.

Business English for Professionals – Meetings, Emails & Presentations

In my General English lessons, I focus on helping you develop your language skills for everyday communication. Whether you're looking to improve your speaking, listening, reading, or writing, I tailor each lesson to meet your individual needs and goals.

What to Expect:

Speaking and Listening: Practice real-world conversations, enhance your fluency, and improve your listening comprehension.

Reading and Writing: Strengthen your reading skills with diverse texts and improve your writing for various purposes.

Vocabulary and Grammar: Learn new vocabulary and refine your grammar through practical exercises and explanations.

Pronunciation: Work on clear and effective pronunciation to boost your confidence and clarity.
Each lesson is interactive, engaging, and designed to help you achieve steady progress. 

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, my General English lessons will support your journey to becoming a more confident English speaker.

General English – Build Confidence in Speaking, Grammar & Vocabulary

In this role, I conducted research for my PhD at the University of Queensland, focusing on sociology & economics. I designed studies, analyzed data, and contributed to academic publications. I collaborated with faculty, attended seminars, and integrated feedback to refine my work. I managed research projects, stayed current with relevant literature, and presented findings. My responsibilities included writing research papers and engaging in academic discussions to advance knowledge in my field.

In this role, I taught IELTS preparation, focusing on speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. I designed personalized lessons to improve students’ language proficiency, assessed their progress, and provided targeted feedback. I helped students develop test-taking strategies, build confidence, and enhance their performance. My responsibilities included creating practice materials, conducting mock tests, and ensuring alignment with IELTS exam requirements to achieve optimal results.

In this role, I teach IELTS preparation, focusing on speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. I design personalized lessons to improve students’ language proficiency, assess their progress, and provide targeted feedback. I help students develop test-taking strategies, build confidence, and enhance their performance. My responsibilities include creating practice materials, conducting mock tests, and ensuring alignment with IELTS exam requirements to achieve optimal results.

In this role, I provided academic support to students, designing and delivering tailored lessons to enhance their understanding and performance. I assessed progress, offered constructive feedback, and fostered independent learning. I collaborated with teachers and parents to align with curriculum goals. My responsibilities included lesson planning, creating materials, and adapting teaching methods to meet diverse needs, helping students build confidence and achieve academic success.

Looking for that missing element that will help your English Communication Skills sparkle and shine?

Leading an engaging ESL conversation class isn’t something you can just pull off at the drop of a hat. But these tricks can help you go from zero to ESL hero. As a matter of fact, one big secret is having... Ready? Drum roll, please. Fun ESL conversation topics from a hat.

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Words are the basic blocks of the language, and one of the key predictors of someone’s education level, profession, and social status. Yet most students struggle to increase their vocabulary effectively, as unfamiliar words go one into one ear and out the other.

It’s not that we have difficulties grasping the vocabulary when we see it. Rather, we struggle to recall when we use it, or worse yet, forget to use it frequently enough only to end up back where we began.

This lesson will describe seven proven tactics to overcome this struggle and learn new words faster, recall them more effectively, and remember them forever.

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