Cindy Pulkkinen
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Cindy Pulkkinen
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
French
I AM NOT TAKING NEW STUDENTS AT THIS TIME.
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
French
I AM NOT TAKING NEW STUDENTS AT THIS TIME.
From United StatesLiving in Lincoln, United States (17:19 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Feb 1, 2022Interest topicReadingFilms & TV SeriesTravel
My name is Cindy, and I'm a native speaker from the United States. I am a professional teacher with 30 years of experience specializing in all 4 language skills. I have a B.A. in English and an M.A. in Spanish, and I love teaching languages. I have taught various courses for students of different language levels and backgrounds. Besides Spanish, I have also studied Latin and Chinese and am currently learning French. In addition to my passion for teaching and learning languages, I also love traveling, reading, and being outside in nature.
** NOTE: I do not offer classes for students under 16 years old.Me as a Teacher
As a language learner myself, I understand how difficult it is to communicate in a new language. Therefore, as a teacher, I try to create a learning space that is comfortable, and I always give students time to think and find the right word or phrase. My classes are tailored to fit the needs and interests of each student, and I use a wide range of tools and resources. I have experience teaching all four language skills, and specialize in speaking, pronunciation, listening, and fluency building.My lessons & teaching style
My goal as a teacher is to create engaging activities that spark interest and help students immerse in the language and learn naturally rather than through memorization. I do not focus on grammar but instead, use conversation to build on language skills and increase confidence. During class, we will discuss a variety of topics, and I will provide students with resources and techniques that will help them improve on their own. During each lesson, I will also write down corrections and create a list of new vocabulary and phrases for students to review later.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Audio files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
Certificates
Contract - UNH - 2016
Certificate verified
Contract -2 - UNH - 2016
Certificate verified
Contract - University of New Hampshire - 2013
Certificate verified
Contract -2 - UNH - 2013
Certificate verified
Education
1981 - 1983
Bachelor’s - EnglishSee attachment for proof of B.A. in English,
1995 - 1997
Master's - SpanishSee attachment for proof of Master's (page 4 of transcript)
Work Experience
2020 - 2022
Tutor
2020 - 2020
Spanish Long-term Substitute Teacher
2012 - 2018
ESL Lecturer
1999 - 2012
Spanish Lecturer
1998 - 1999
ESL Instructor
1998 - 1998
ESL Instrutor
5.0
Rating
138
Students
857
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
67 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Conversation Practice (with feedback and corrections)
B1 - C2Conversation700 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 7% off
Discussion Practice (Reading)
B2 - C2Language Essentials14 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 4% off
Pronunciation Practice
B1 - C2Language Essentials55 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 7% off
General English
A1 - A2Language Essentials16 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 7% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
43 Reviews
Nadezhda
2 English lessons
Great lesson
Nov 10, 2024
Renata Germano
10 English lessons
She's the best!
Nov 8, 2024
Renata Germano
10 English lessons
She's the best!
Oct 31, 2024
Carolina Schroeder
5 English lessons
Cindy is really a wonderful teacher. Pay attentio, explain and others.
Oct 24, 2024
Carolina Schroeder
5 English lessons
Cindy is really a wonderful teacher
Oct 23, 2024
Natalia
7 English lessons
Thank you for the great talk)
Oct 6, 2024
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