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Ellen

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Uit Verenigde StatenWoont in San Jose, Costa Rica (06:15 UTC+01:00)

Over mij

italki leerkracht sinds 29 Jul 2019

InterestsITEnvironment & NatureMarketingReizenFinanciën

I am definitely a "life long learner" with a genuine interest in the lives of people around me. I have attended classes in seven different universities after earning my original B.A. in Communications at The Ohio State University. I love to travel and after meeting new people its the art and architecture that I particularly enjoy. When I am not teaching, my days are filled with music, attempts to keep my orchids blooming, doing yoga, reading, and baking cookies. I am from a large family who thanks to modern technology, I can keep tabs on even when living 2,000 miles away.

Ik als leerkracht

My years of experience have taught me that most teens & adults find learning a language very challenging and generally they require a great deal of practice, so it is always my mission to keep it engaging and even fun if possible. Equally important is that practice and lessons must be results-oriented and flexible. If something we are doing just isn't working for the student then we try something else. My students and I can both realize more success when we work as a team. Also, there are very few topics that do not interest me so I look forward to accommodating every student's vocabulary theme. Fortunately, my efforts to help others learn has always increased my learning as well.

Mijn lessen en manier van lesgeven

I have completed quite a lot of training on differentiation which I believe is a key element of success with individual students. I love the challenge of developing lessons and selecting strategies that work. The types of lessons & strategies used will vary depending on the student's learning goals and learning styles. I will include any of the teaching materials listed below if they facilitate and enhance learning for the particular student. Student input is also important so I can provide the types of feedback that are most helpful and relevant. I use "best practice" strategies but even those need to be selected or set aside based on the student as a unique learner.

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Voorbeelden van examenvragen
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Afbeeldingsbestanden
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Certificaten

Ohio Teaching License - State of Ohio - 2013Please note, this license is expired.

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Teaching experience

2020 - Huidige

Professional Business English TeacherItalki - Costa Rica1,700+ sessions with Business English Focus polishing grammar, boosting vocabulary including common phrasal verbs and idiomatic expressions related to specific goals.

Opleiding

1981 - 1986

Bachelor’s - BA CommunicationsThe Ohio State UniversityI earned my Ohio teaching license at Baldwin-Wallace College in 1991and started teaching that same year. I do not have my original OSU diploma here with me in CR. I can provide a copy of my most recent Ohio teaching license that expired July 2018. I do have copies of transcripts from most of the universities where I have studied. The transcripts show the TESOL coursework. I opted to share my CV here. Please let me know if you would like the other documents and an email or upload option. Thanks!

2006 - 2007

Master - TESOLOtterbein CollegeTESOL Certificate in Master's Program at Otterbein College, Westerville Ohio, USA

Werkervaring

2018 - 2018

ESL 9 - 11Green Valley School - Atenas, Costa RicaI developed all course curriculum grade 11 focusing on Entrepreneurial Mindset, College Readiness and professional preparedness. Grade 10 curriculum was based on literature while grade 9 was a more traditional text / workbook program by Cambridge Publishing.

2018 - 2019

ESL grades 6 - 8 and LibrarianBlue Valley School - Escazú, Costa RicaI taught ESL and English Creative Writing, Entrepreneurial Playground and worked part-time in the library selecting and purchasing texts and literature.

2006 - 2018

Student Advisor and Spanish TeacherMetro Early College STEM HS - Columbus, Ohio, Verenigde StatenSpanish. Emphasis on creating interdisciplinary lessons with science and technology. Partnered as a "Lab" school with The Ohio State University and Batelle Research for early college entrance and ongoing education reform studies. Grades 6 -12. Served as student advisor focusing on academic preparedness, profession inquiry, internships, and design challenges.

5.0

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625

Studenten

7,930

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100%

Aanwezigheid

100%

Beantwoord

5.0

Beoordeling

625

Studenten

7930

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100%

Aanwezigheid

100%

Beantwoord

Engels lessen

Proefles

255 lessen voltooid

USD 12.00+

English A1 - C1

B2 - C2

Algemeen

555 lessen voltooid

USD 14.00+

Pakket met 12% korting

Business English - meetings, email - presentations

B1 - C2

Bedrijf

1,680 lessen voltooid

USD 14.00+

Pakket met 12% korting

Conversational Fluency: Boost Vocab, Social conversation

B1 - C2

Conversatie oefenen

4,828 lessen voltooid

USD 14.00+

Pakket met 12% korting

Interview Preparation & Coaching

B1 - C2

Bedrijf

112 lessen voltooid

USD 14.00+

Pakket met 12% korting

Beschikbaarheid

Op basis van je tijdzone (UTC+00:00)

597 Beoordelingen

Pavel

31 Engels lessen

Keuze van de leerkracht

Great lesson! We discussed my test results and some gaps I have in my language skills, and we also reviewed my resume. Ellen provided helpful feedback. Thank you, Ellen!

16 aug. 2024

Farnaz

45 Engels lessen

Keuze van de leerkracht

I cannot recommend Ellen highly enough! My mom is a senior learner and learns at a slower pace, but Ellen is incredibly patient and kind. She tailors her lessons to my mom's needs and keeps things engaging and fun. My mom is so happy and feels her English skills are really improving. Thank you Ellen! I do admire your patience!

22 jul. 2024

Anton

46 Engels lessen

Keuze van de leerkracht

Ellen is a brilliant teacher. Always attentive, patient, she accurately identifies gaps in your language proficiency and suggests an individual strategy. Lessons with Ellen are always fascinating and valuable, and her life experience will make your horizons much broader. Ellen will provide you with a variety of additional materials for self-study between lessons. Pinpoint your goals, deadlines and resources and Ellen will help you keep on your track and stay motivated.

1 okt. 2023