English for General Purposes, School/University, or Personal Interest

Van 36.32 $ /h

Speaking English is difficult and uncomfortable at times! However, it is necessary for many people. My General English classes focus on vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation (accent reduction), and increasing confidence. General English is for people who want to improve all of their English skills. Classes are structured and involve a lot of speaking practice. We use Google Docs, textbooks, articles, and videos during class. I can provide homework if desired.

Extra informatie

Homework can be assigned if you would like it. These classes are good for B1 and above levels.

Locatie

Online vanuit Nederland

Over

I’m from the United States and have lived in the Netherlands for 3 years. I earned a Bachelors of Arts in English and History from UNC Chapel Hill, which is ranked as one of the best public universities in the US. I then earned a Masters of Teaching from UNC in 2010. After graduating, I worked at a non profit organization and then began teaching English after earning my TEFL certification.

Since 2015, I’ve taught over 4,000 private lessons to students from all over the world. I take pride in my skills as a supportive, responsive, and empathetic teacher. I offer customized lessons for each student and strive to focus on topics they are interested in. My specialties are General English, Test Preparation, Business English, and writing/proofreading.

I also worked as a writing coach and proofreader for two British universities, where I guided students on how to improve their writing, use critical analysis, and coached skills like grammar, punctuation, and writing flow to help them succeed in their studies. I've also proofread work for American and other European universities, such as dissertations, university applications, and other projects.

When I’m not working, I enjoy traveling, rock climbing, and laughing at memes. I look forward to helping you with your English.

Opleiding

Masters of Teaching - Secondary Education, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2010

Bachelors of English and History - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2009

TEFL/TESOL Certification - Teflen Language Center, 2015

Leservaring

English with Shelley - English Teacher and Owner, November 2017 - present

Italki - Academic, Business, and Test Preparation Teacher, August 2018 - present

Laureate Online Education - Online Induction Course Facilitator and Writing Center Tutor for the Universities of Liverpool and Roehampton, May 2016 - January 2019

EF Education First - ESL Teacher, May 2015 - November 2018

Leeftijd

Kinderen (7-12 jaar oud)

Tieners (13-17 jaar oud)

Volwassenen (18-64 jaar oud)

Senioren (65+ jaar oud)

Niveau van de leerling

Gemiddeld

Gevorderden

Duur

30 minuten

45 minuten

60 minuten

De les wordt gegeven in

Engels

Vaardigheden

Engels

Engels als tweede taal (esl)

Engels voor volwassenen

School

Spraakkunst

Spraak

Beoordelingen

Beschikbaarheid typische week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

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