James
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James
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Greek (Ancient)
Persian (Farsi)
Hebrew
Spanish
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Greek (Ancient)
Persian (Farsi)
Hebrew
Spanish
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From United StatesLiving in Des Moines, United States (00:19 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 4, 2020InterestsReadingSports & FitnessMusic
My name is Jim. I am American I live in beautiful Winterset IA with my wife and our cat.
My bachelor’s degree is in political science, and my master’s degree is in religion with a focus on ancient languages. I am looking forward to teaching and learning from you!
I am a doctoral student in Jewish Studies learning Persian and Modern Hebrew.
Working as an associate teacher teaching and assisting children with autism and other developmental challenges. This has taught me that everyone is capable of learning. We all have wonderful gifts waiting to be discovered. Most of all, I love stories. I am looking forward to hearing your story.Me as a Teacher
Each of my students receives an assessment of their Grammar, grammar, writing, reading, and speaking skills. So that I can prepare the best lesson for you. I, also, ask questions and seek to discover your learning style, desires, and goals.
Whether you are trying to:
1. pass an English exam for university/visa
2. find a job which requires English
3. be able to speak English to travel easily all around the world
I am here to assist you, encourage you, to help at your pace, giving you as much time as you need.My lessons & teaching style
What do you need? The best learning occurs when students and teachers communicate. I will ask questions and seek to match my teaching method to your learning style and needs While having a fun and interactive class.
Here are some things we can work on:
Conversational English
Speaking and listening
Pronunciation
Reading and writing skills
RoleplaysMy teaching material
- PDF file
- Audio files
- Flashcards
- Image files
- Text Documents
- Video files
- Quizzes
- Homework Assignments
- Presentation slides/PPT
Certificates
Pareducator Certificate - State of Iowa - 2015
Certificate verified
Education
2004 - 2009
Master's - Master of Divinity
2004 - 2009
Master's - Master of ArtsFocusing on Ancient languages: Ancient Greek, Biblical Hebrew, Akkadian, Syriac, Egyptian Hieroglyphics, and Aramaic.
1989 - 1994
Bachelor’s - Political Science/Economics
Work Experience
2014 - 2020
Associate TeacherTeaching and supporting children with developmental challenges.
2016 - 2020
Des MoinesFacilitating and teaching adults on various topics of Jewish and Christian history and culture including Biblical Hebrew, Eastern European Jewish history, Christian theological history.
2006 - 2010
Pastor-TeacherTeaching young adults and children ages 8 to 18 years old.
5.0
Rating
61
Students
390
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
36 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
Conversational English
A2 - C1Language Essentials236 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 7% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
55 Reviews
TAKAHIRO
22 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Thank you for your lesson. I could understand your lesson very well.
In addition X information, materials which you showed me aided my comprehension. My knowledge about the Midwest affairs was improved. Talk to you again.
Sep 9, 2020
TAKAHIRO
22 English lessons
Thank you for the great lesson.
May 25, 2021
Estella
1 English lesson
good teacher
May 5, 2021
Jędrzej Sokołowski
18 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
It was next engaging lesson with Jim. We are progressing in preparations to exam. I appreciate his consistency in detail.
Jul 25, 2020
TAKAHIRO
22 English lessons
Today's lesson was much difficult to understand. There were many technical terms or historic words. I was needed knowledge of Israel and Palestine history. Let's talk about the same subject next lesson.
May 16, 2021
TAKAHIRO
22 English lessons
You corrected my essay politely. I'd like you to hear my video. Talk to you soon.
Apr 26, 2021
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