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!
教学经验
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.
我提供的课程和我的教学风格
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.
我的教学资料
PDF文件
文本文件
图片文件
文章和新闻
图形和图表
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出勤率
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英语课程
试用课
276 课时已完成
USD 10.00+
Informal Tutoring
A1 - C2语言知识2,234 课时已完成
USD 11.00+
课时包立减 19%
Beginner to Intermediate
A1 - B2语言知识597 课时已完成
USD 12.00+
课时包立减 20%
Intermediate to Advance
B2 - C2语言知识1,011 课时已完成
USD 12.00+
课时包立减 20%
可预约时间
652 个评价
Selda
5 英语 课时
老师的选择
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.
2019年5月8日
mobile1693
10 英语 课时
老师的选择
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.
2018年7月27日
Pavel Fedarynau
17 英语 课时
Excellent teacher
2025年9月24日
Julia
46 英语 课时
老师的选择
I liked to talk to John very much. We had a great conversation about everything. Very enjoyable and fun. Thank you, John!
2018年8月31日
Chris
6 英语 课时
Everyday the class is enjoyable with teacher John, because he always creates something to make you talk and correct your mistakes.
2025年11月17日
ArtyomGorskii
1 英语 课时
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!