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Since June 2019
Instructor since June 2019
Let's Chat : Let's Practice English Together (Webcam or Lisbon)
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From 19 € /h
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I am a native English speaker traveling the world. I have expertise working with students from all over the globe. I previously worked with refugees and immigrants to help them learn English and adapt to life in the United States.

The class will start with a short friendly chat regarding what you want to focus on in your education. We will have a theme or topic of the day and expand as we go. The class will be structured around you.

I am friendly, open and willing to help. I make an effort to make everyone feel comfortable and have a good time. I hope we can chat soon.
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  • Around Lisbon, Portugal
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About Me
The best way to learn is by trying!

My class will be focused on conversation, reading, and writing that you will encounter in real life. No use learning Shakespeare. You want to chat about Game of Thrones, Marvel, your favorite book, football, no problem. It's all about having fun and learning along the way.

I am a Puerto Rican-American who has traveled to multiple countries and has lived abroad. I have a wealth of experience working with international students, and fully understand the difficulty in learning a second language. We will go at your pace.
Education
Millersville University (International Relations Degree, minor Spanish)
Study Abroad Student
Bi-Lingual
Years of experience teaching international students/workers
Native English Speaker
Experience / Qualifications
Taught Refugees with CWS
Taught immigrants at Catholic Charities
Years of experience teaching international students/workers
Native English Speaker
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
60 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Skills
English as a second language (esl)
English for adults
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Availability of a typical week
(GMT -05:00)
New York
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