Craig Howard
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Craig Howard
Professional Teacher
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Other
Cultural Fluency and IELTS Readiness
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Other
Cultural Fluency and IELTS Readiness
From United StatesLiving in Merida, Mexico (01:16 UTC-04:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Mar 22, 2021Interest topicWriting
My Name is Craig. I am from Cleveland, Ohio, USA, and I live in Mérida México with my dog Lefty.
I've been teaching English as a Second Language for around 10 years. I am very interested in language and communication, and am a fan of literature. Learning Spanish has helped me to be a better teacher.
I enjoy watching sports, mostly baseball, and I practice yoga and ride a skateboard and a bike.
I love cooking, nature, animals and discussing history, medicine, technology, literature, economics, culture or just about anything.
I've traveled to many countries and worked in a variety of different jobs. I enjoy meeting new people and learning more every day.Me as a Teacher
I have met thousands of students from all over the world.
I take a genuine interest in each of my students and do whatever I can to help you succeed. I try to keep lessons relaxed and informal and to teach with a combination of sensitivity, precision, and, humor.
It is important that you feel at ease and are not afraid to try new things. I do my best to encourage you to reach outside of your comfort zone and to lift yourself to the next level.
Over the years I have developed an ability to understand what is blocking my students and often can explain things that they have not been able to understand before. Everyone is different, so I try to find the style that works best for you.My lessons & teaching style
All of my lesson are customized depending on your particular needs.
Natural Fluency and General English lessons will focus on your needs, taking a conversational based, or a more structured approach. We will use a variety of materials, including articles, stories, structured grammar lessons, and videos, depending on your needs.
IELTS lessons are more structured but still personalized. We will use a combination of materials from official sources as well as materials on PPT that I have created, and some web based resources. IELTS lessons will give you strategies and techniques for maximizing your score in an environment that will push you while still being fun and enjoyable.Certificates
120 Hour Tesol Course - International Tefl and Tesol Training - 2021
Certificate uploaded
30 Hour Advanced Grammar... Course - Premier TEFL - 2020
Certificate uploaded
30 Hour Teaching IELTS Course - Premier TEFL - 2020
Certificate uploaded
Education
1998 - 2001
Bachelor’s - Religious Studies
Work Experience
2019 - 2021
English language Tutor.Online tutoring of children and adults using a variety of styles. Conversation, reading, writing, Short stories, prepared lessons and grammar.
2018 - 2020
English Language TeacherTaught English to Chinese adults from intermediate to advanced using online
whiteboard technology and materials provided by the company
2016 - 2018
Freelance English Language TutorTaught English and other subjects in one-on-one setting to Japanese and Korean
children ages 5-18. Designed programs for individual learners.
2014 - 2016
English Language teacherTaught English with emphasis on Business in classroom setting to Students in
various companies around Mexico City. Beginner-Advanced. Designed programs
based on provided text books and outside materials.
5.0
Rating
164
Students
1,475
Lessons
100%
Attendance
99%
Response
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
96 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
General English Lessons
B1 - C2General612 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 13% off
Natural Fluency
B1 - C2Conversation Practice737 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 13% off
IELTS Speaking
B1 - C2Test Preparation30 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 10% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
68 Reviews
Hang
4 English lessons
thank you, excellent teacher you will get you to the next level :D
Apr 21, 2023
Hang
4 English lessons
his lessons are high quality and he was able to correct my pronunciation effectively :D
Apr 18, 2023
Nina Si
3 English lessons
Craig helped me to prepare for IELTS Speaking part. He provided me with effective strategies for every part of the exam and outlined the areas I need to work on. He is a patient and positive person, so it was a pleasure to practice speaking with him.
Mar 22, 2023
Betty
6 English lessons
I love to join his class in the morning, it makes me feel enthusiastic the whole day~
Feb 23, 2023
Betty
6 English lessons
I'm so happy to see my improving with Craig! He can use several methods and ask me many questions to lead me to talk more~ Thank you！
Feb 18, 2023
Betty
6 English lessons
Craig is so nice, he taught me how to organize my words and how to express my thoughts more accurately. And I feel I’m not afraid at speaking now~ That's incredible!
Feb 16, 2023
Trial Lesson
USD 10.00
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