The course covers the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing, as well as improving pronunciation and building vocabulary.  The primary goal of the course is to teach the ability to communicate according to the situaton, purpose, and roles of the students.

Language Essentials

Examiner for Test of English for International Communication

I offer general English lessons, English lessons for children (age 7-12), and English for Business Communication. During the first meeting I evaluate a student’s English level and establish what their goals are. I then tailor either a structured lesson using a textbook, or use news articles or TED videos to help the student achieve their goals. For beginner students, I use Webex to conduct my lesson. This allows an interactive method to teach.

Provide lessons in preparation for the IELTS exam to foreign nurses in conjunction with America Nursing.  Provide one on one attention to prepare the nurses by facilitating classroom discussion, preparing lesson plans, and exams. Develop and implement programs to encourage student participation..

Click to edit position descriptionProvide specialized English lessons via phone. Many of my students are from public sector jobs and we focused on job-related lessons. This company used a highly sophisticated software which allowed students to interact via phone and website simultaneously. A lesson history was produced while the lesson was in progress. and the student received an email stating what the next lesson plan will be. Homework was also sent via the website.

Click to edit position description Instruct adults and children in various levels of ESL instructions. Facilitate and moderate classroom discussion. Evaluate and grade student’s class work, and papers. Plan and evaluate, course content, materials and methods of instruction. Plan curriculum and add additional teaching material. I also taught TOEFL preparatory classes.

Personalized ESL lessons for children focused on building strong foundational skills in speaking, writing, listening, and reading.  My lessons are tailored to each child's interests and learning style, ensuring they stay motivated and make steady progress.