Uit FinlandWoont in Other, Japan (05:55 UTC+09:00)
Over mij
italki leerkracht sinds 30 May 2018
InterestsReadingScienceReizen
Hey there!
I am a physicist with a passion for languages, cultures and linguistics. My native language is Finnish, but I also speak English and Japanese, and have recently begun studying Arabic. I have lived in Finland, the UK, and Japan. In addition to learning new languages, my hobbies include fantasy books & films, playing the piano, travelling and cycling. I am currently interested in teaching English, Finnish and Japanese.
Ik als leerkracht
Having climbed the “mountain of fluency” in two foreign languages, I know exactly how hard and frustrating the journey can be, but I also know how rewarding and satisfying finally making it to the top is. To me, wrapping your head around a completely new way of thinking that often comes with achieving fluency in a language is one of the best feelings I know, and I want to share it with you.
As someone with a strong background in science, my specialty is scientific communication and technical writing. I also think my experience in grappling with abstract scientific concepts has taught me to explain grammatical concepts and semantic nuances in a concise and easily understandable way.
Mijn lessen en manier van lesgeven
Whether it be Finnish, English or Japanese you are interested to learn, I would love to discuss any topic you find fascinating or challenging, and give you personalised tips to improve your language skills. I am happy to conduct the lessons in any of the three languages, eg. a Finnish lesson in English, a Japanese lesson in Finnish, etc. I can help you with not only grammar and speaking/listening, but also composition and reading comprehension. Furthermore, I have experience in writing and proofreading CVs, cover letters and essays, preparing for interviews and other business-related language usage.
I hope you will join me for a lesson soon!
Mijn lesmateriaal
PDF-bestand
Artikelen en nieuws
Audiobestanden
Tekstdocumenten
Certificaten
Certificate of Employment - Language School ANC (Transeals Japan Company) - 2020
Certificate verified
Japanese-Language Proficiency Test N1 Level - JEES and the Japan Foundation - 2019
Certificate verified
Opleiding
2018 - 2021
Doctoraat - Theoretical PhysicsKyoto University
2013 - 2018
Master - Chemical PhysicsThe University of EdinburghUndergraduate BSc with integrated MSc
Werkervaring
2019 - 2021
Language Instructor (part-time)語学教室ANC (Language School ANC) - Osaka, JapanI mainly give private Finnish and English lessons in Japanese, but the position also involves dispatch work as interpreter and presenter.
5.0
Beoordeling
253
Studenten
1,965
Lessen
100%
Aanwezigheid
99%
Beantwoord
5.0
Beoordeling
253
Studenten
1965
Lessen
100%
Aanwezigheid
99%
Beantwoord
Fins lessen
Fins
Engels
Japans
Proefles
157 lessen voltooid
USD 25.00+
General Finnish
A1 - C2Algemeen849 lessen voltooid
USD 55.00
Keskustelutunti
B1 - C2Conversatie oefenen164 lessen voltooid
USD 55.00
フィンランド語の授業
A1 - C2Algemeen1 lessen voltooid
USD 55.00
Fundamentals of Finnish
A1 - C2Algemeen541 lessen voltooid
USD 55.00
Beschikbaarheid
Op basis van je tijdzone (UTC+00:00)
202 Beoordelingen
Alle
Fins
Engels
Cathy
92 Fins lessen
Keuze van de leerkracht
Ville is a gifted and enthusiastic teacher. He’s able to break down complicated subjects into understandable pieces, and makes it fun to learn.
Kiitos paljon!
27 dec. 2020
Alan
14 Fins lessen
Keuze van de leerkracht
Great first lesson! Ville was precise and engaging, and he's clearly put a *lot* of thought into how to teach Finnish (and in general, how to learn languages). I also really enjoyed his pronunciation tips: he knew exactly what I was doing wrong and had great suggestions for how to fix things. Very fun lesson and I'm excited to keep learning with him
14 okt. 2018
kutaa
85 Engels lessen
Keuze van de leerkracht
Helped on Resume and Cover Letter checking three times so far, really good advice and inspire me many ideas about how to express my sayings in an alternative and accurate way:D even refresh my mind about job hunting ~ a really smart and trustful teacher and thanks a lot for the help!
16 sep. 2018
Marcela
5 Fins lessen
Ville is very prepared, knowledgeable, and friendly. He is enthusiastic about what he teaches and explains the subjects patiently and in detail. Great class! Kiitos paljon!
22 sep. 2024
Ting Ting
10 Fins lessen
Such a productive class! Ville explained Finnish language clearly with details.