Let's get to know each other! 🤓

➼ In our trial lesson I love to learn about who you are as a person. (and of course I'll share about myself as well! 😄) 
➼ I will also take notes on what your learning goals are and what things are important to you in the learning process. 📝☝🏼
➼ Finally, I will share what lessons with me would look like, what materials I use, and what I value in the classroom. 😌 

👩🏻‍🏫❗️Teacher’s note: I use 🎥ZOOM for our lessons!

Can't wait to meet you! 👋🏼

Ready to start your English learning Journey? 🚀🤩

This class is designed for beginners (17 years old or above) with little or no prior exposure to English. We practice speaking, reading, writing, & listening in every lesson. Things we will learn together:

✏️ **A1 Level:**
1. Greetings & introductions
2. Personal information 
3. Phonics & Phonetics
4. Numbers, dates, & time
5. Family & relationships vocabulary
6. Describing daily routines & activities
7. Basic food & drink vocabulary
8. Asking & answering simple questions
9. Giving & following simple directions
10. Making requests & basic shopping language
11. Present simple tense 

✏️ **A2 Level:**
1. Expanded vocabulary for everyday activities & topics 
2. Talking about likes, dislikes, & preferences
3. Describing people & places
4. Comparing things 
5. Past simple tense 
6. Future simple tense 
7. Modal verbs 
8. Basic phrasal verbs
9. Prepositions of place & time
10. Writing short messages & simple descriptions

I customize my lessons to the pace you need! I have a variety of materials to suit every learning style & will always prioritize patience, empathy, & fun. 🎓

You will get your own folder where I add notes or documents used in class after each lesson so you can practice & review on your own time. Homework will also be provided! 🤓💡

STUDENT COMMITMENTS 🧑‍🎓:
✋🏻 I will respect my learning journey by coming to class at the time I scheduled.
✋🏼 I understand that I will be marked absent & lose my credits if I show up more than 15 minutes late or do not show up to class.
✋🏽 I understand that I if I need to cancel or reschedule my lesson, I will do it 12 hours or more before my scheduled lesson time at no cost to me.
✋🏾 I will be respectful; I will not be racist, xenophobic, homophobic, transphobic, sexist, classist, or ableist.
✋🏿 I will respect my teacher’s time; I will not use my phone during my lesson for something unrelated to class.

👩🏻‍🏫⚠️Teacher’s note: I use 🎥ZOOM for our lessons!

✨🚀 Beginner's Journey  ✰  (A1-A2 LEVEL)  ✰  Structured Lessons with Materials & HOMEWORK 📚 | (17+ years old only)

Do you want to improve your English skills? 🚢🤓

This class is designed for intermediate (17 years old or above) learners who can keep a conversation & express themselves at a basic level. We practice speaking, reading, writing, & listening in every lesson. Things we will learn together:

✏️ **B1 Level:**
1. Expanded vocabulary for work, studies, & daily life
2. Describing experiences, events, & ambitions
3. Expressing opinions, agreeing, & disagreeing
4. Giving advice & making suggestions
5. Talking about past habits & experiences 
6. Present perfect tense 
7. Future forms 
8. Modal verbs 
9. Reported speech 
10. Writing short essays, reports, & informal letters/email

✏️ **B2 Level:**
1. Advanced vocabulary for a wide range of topics
2. Discussing abstract ideas & concepts
3. Debating & expressing opinions persuasively
4. Using idiomatic expressions & phrasal verbs
5. Present perfect vs. past simple
6. Future forms 
7. Advanced writing skills 
8. Listening to & understanding extended speech on complex topics

I customize my lessons to the pace you need! I have a variety of materials to suit every learning style & will always prioritize patience, empathy, & fun. 🎓

You will get your own folder where I add notes or documents used in class after each lesson. Homework will also be provided! 🤓💡

STUDENT COMMITMENTS 🧑‍🎓:
✋🏻 I will respect my learning journey by coming to class at the time I scheduled.
✋🏼 I understand that I will be marked absent & lose my credits if I show up more than 15 minutes late or do not show up to class.
✋🏽 I understand that I if I need to cancel or reschedule my lesson, I will do it 12 hours or more before my scheduled lesson time at no cost to me.
✋🏾 I will be respectful; I will not be racist, xenophobic, homophobic, transphobic, sexist, classist, or ableist.
✋🏿 I will respect my teacher’s time; I will not use my phone during my lesson for something unrelated to class.

👩🏻‍🏫⚠️Teacher’s note: I use 🎥ZOOM for our lessons!

🌠⚓️🚢  Intermediate Adventure  ✰  (B1-B2 LEVEL)  ✰  Structured Lessons with Materials & HOMEWORK 📚 | (17+ years old only)

Are you looking to master English? 🎓🥳

This class is designed for advanced (17 years old or above) learners who want to sound like a native. We practice speaking, reading, writing, & listening in every lesson. Things we will learn together:

✏️ **C1 Level:**
1. Advanced vocabulary
2. Complex ideas & arguments
3. Expressing nuanced opinions & viewpoints
4. Persuasion & negotiation
5. Understanding & producing advanced written texts 
6. Fine-tuning grammar
7. Understanding & using phrasal verbs in context
8. Engaging in debates, presentations, & discussions on abstract topics
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✏️ **C2 Level:**
1. Mastery of vocabulary
2. Communicating effectively in professional, academic, & social settings
3. Producing coherent & well-structured texts on complex topics
4. Using language creatively & rhetorically
5. Understanding & analyzing complex literary & non-literary texts
6. Understanding & using English humor, irony, & sarcasm
7. Adapting language use to different cultural contexts
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I customize my lessons to the pace you need! I have a variety of materials to suit every learning style & will always prioritize patience, empathy, & fun. 🎓

You will get your own folder where I add notes or documents used in class after each lesson so you can review on your own time. Homework will also be provided! 🤓💡

STUDENT COMMITMENTS 🧑‍🎓:
✋🏻 I will respect my learning journey by coming to class at the time I scheduled.
✋🏼 I understand that I will be marked absent & lose my credits if I show up more than 15 minutes late or do not show up to class.
✋🏽 I understand that I if I need to cancel or reschedule my lesson, I will do it 12 hours or more before my scheduled lesson time at no cost to me.
✋🏾 I will be respectful; I will not be racist, xenophobic, homophobic, transphobic, sexist, classist, or ableist.
✋🏿 I will respect my teacher’s time; I will not use my phone during my lesson for something unrelated to class.

👩🏻‍🏫⚠️Teacher’s note: I use 🎥ZOOM for our lessons!

🧑‍✈️🌎💫 Advanced Voyage  ✰  (C1-C2 LEVEL)  ✰  Structured Lessons with Materials & HOMEWORK 📚 | (17+ years old only)

This class is designed for learners (17 years old or above) who are traveling to an English-speaking country & want to be able to get around & communicate with locals. 🚗🛍🗣 Things we will learn together:

✏️ **English for Travel:**
1. At the airport (vocab, symbols, navigation)
2. Greetings & introductions (how to approach someone & introduce yourself)
3. Asking for directions (understanding locals & asking for clarity)
4. Ordering food & drinks (explaining what you like & understanding menus)
5. Transportation & driving (transportation options & how to drive on U.S. roads)
6. Accommodation (how to book a place to stay & ask for what you need)
7. Shopping & money (understanding prices & how to pay)
8. Tourist Attractions (popular places to visit & how to navigate them)
9. Healthcare & emergencies (how to explain what’s wrong & emergency services)
10. Cultural Etiquette (what to do & what not to do)

I customize my lessons to the pace you need! I have a variety of materials to suit every learning style & will always prioritize patience, empathy, & fun. 🎓

You will get your own folder where I add notes or documents used in class after each lesson so you can practice & review on your own time. Homework will also be provided! 🤓💡

STUDENT COMMITMENTS 🧑‍🎓:
✋🏻 I will respect my learning journey by coming to class at the time I scheduled.
✋🏼 I understand that I will be marked absent & lose my credits if I show up more than 15 minutes late or do not show up to class.
✋🏽 I understand that I if I need to cancel or reschedule my lesson, I will do it 12 hours or more before my scheduled lesson time at no cost to me.
✋🏾 I will be respectful; I will not be racist, xenophobic, homophobic, transphobic, sexist, classist, or ableist.
✋🏿 I will respect my teacher’s time; I will not use my phone during my lesson for something unrelated to class.

👩🏻‍🏫⚠️Teacher’s note: I use 🎥ZOOM for our lessons!

🏝 English for Travel  ✰  Communicate effectively in an English-speaking country  ✈️🔍 | HOMEWORK included | (17+ years old only)

This class is for people (17+ years old or above) who want to take a deep dive into anything & everything American! 🍟🥸

Have you ever had questions about America you’ve been too afraid to ask? 👀🫣 Maybe you’re moving here & want to know what to expect or maybe you’re just curious! 

This is a judgement free zone where you can ASK ANYTHING while learning about American expressions, different American accents, slang, the weird phrasal verbs, movies, tv series, music, social media, news, traditions, sports, school systems, opinions on love & relationships, historical events, tipping culture, and more! 🤗😜

We’ll learn so much & have fun at the same time. I’m ready when you are! Can’t wait to get started with you. 🤠

STUDENT COMMITMENTS 🧑‍🎓:
✋🏻 I will respect my learning journey by coming to class at the time I scheduled.
✋🏼 I understand that I will be marked absent & lose my credits if I show up more than 15 minutes late or do not show up to class.
✋🏽 I understand that I if I need to cancel or reschedule my lesson, I will do it 12 hours or more before my scheduled lesson time at no cost to me.
✋🏾 I will be respectful; I will not be racist, xenophobic, homophobic, transphobic, sexist, classist, or ableist.
✋🏿 I will respect my teacher’s time; I will not use my phone during my lesson for something unrelated to class.

👩🏻‍🏫⚠️Teacher’s note: I use 🎥ZOOM for our lessons!

🗽🎞🎶 Ask an American!  ✰  Learn English expressions, slang, & phrasal verbs + music & film + more 😎 | (17+ years old only)

This class is designed for learners (17 years old or above) who would like a professional study buddy! 🤓📖⚡️

In these guided lessons, you will gain the tools necessary to feel confident on the big day. Things we will learn together:

✏️ **U.S. Citizenship Test Prep:**
1. What to expect 
2. The naturalization interview (your application & background)
3. English test (your ability to read, write, & speak & understand basic English)
4. Civics test (American government & history)
5. Tips & tricks

✏️ **IELTS + TOEFL + TOEIC Test Prep:**
1. What to expect
2. Listening
3. Reading
4. Writing
5. Speaking
6. Accents used in the exams
7. Tips & tricks

I customize my lessons to the pace you need! I have a variety of materials to suit every learning style & will always prioritize patience, empathy, & fun. 🎓

You will get your own folder where I add notes or documents used in class after each lesson so you can practice & review on your own time. Homework & FREE study materials & resources will also be provided! 🤓💡

STUDENT COMMITMENTS 🧑‍🎓:
✋🏻 I will respect my learning journey by coming to class at the time I scheduled.
✋🏼 I understand that I will be marked absent & lose my credits if I show up more than 15 minutes late or do not show up to class.
✋🏽 I understand that I if I need to cancel or reschedule my lesson, I will do it 12 hours or more before my scheduled lesson time at no cost to me.
✋🏾 I will be respectful; I will not be racist, xenophobic, homophobic, transphobic, sexist, classist, or ableist.
✋🏿 I will respect my teacher’s time; I will not use my phone during my lesson for something unrelated to class.

👩🏻‍🏫⚠️Teacher’s note: I use 🎥ZOOM for our lessons!

🇺🇸 U.S. Citizenship Test Prep  ✰  📓 IELTS + TOEFL + TOEIC Test Prep  ✰  Study & prepare for your exams with confidence 🤓 | FREE study materials & resources | (17+ years old only)

This was a 120-hour course incorporating grammar & language teaching methodology, lesson observation, practice creating lesson plans, and working with students of different ages, levels, etc.

I double majored in English Language & Literature and Women's & Gender Studies.

I have been offering English language and grammar lessons online since 2022. I am grateful to have worked with students from all over the world, and hope to continue on iTalki. :)

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As of April 2024, I have taught over 1,000 hours of 1-on-1 English lessons via Zoom and other online platforms. These lessons incorporate grammar, vocabulary, citizenship test preparation, conversation, preparation for English-speaking jobs, reading, writing, and more.