Hello, my name is Mariel and I'm an English teacher from New York (currently living in Tokyo, Japan). My specialty is teaching communication skills in a creative way, as I used to be an actor and singer before I moved to Japan to teach English. Let's do a trial lesson to figure out which learning style is best for you! I look forward to teaching you:)

Lesson Details:

We can converse freely or use supplementary materials to spark relevant discussion (ex. realistic dialogues, song lyrics, and photos). I can also help you to improve your pronunciation, grammar, reading comprehension, and more! 
Let's learn English in a stress-free environment, together:)

Our Goal:

I want to share my culture and life experiences with you and I hope that you will share your own with me. I am friendly and love to laugh, so don't be afraid to be silly and make jokes! I look forward to chatting with you.

English Conversation for Adults 🗣️

Lesson Details:

I will use kid-friendly books (Raz Kids), images, videos, games, and discussion questions to get your child conversing in English! I have taught children and teens as a professional English teacher for four years in Japan.
I am a patient and kind teacher - I hope that your child will enjoy learning English with me!

Our Goal:

Let's learn English in a fun and stress-free environment! I hope that we can laugh and have a great time together. I want to help your child build confidence, vocabulary, reading and communication skills. I can also teach writing upon request. 
I'm looking forward to teaching them!

English for Young Learners 👦🏻👧🏻 Speaking, Reading, and Writing Practice

*Price may change depending on the length of the document - usual price is 5 USD per page for essays

* If you would like your English writing to be professionally edited and reviewed by a native speaker, please book this lesson. However, you will NOT have to attend any in-person classes with me - I will edit the document on my own time and return it to you. 

In addition to teaching English, I am also a writer. I minored in English Creative Writing at university and have been published multiple times. I have also edited essays, medical journals, emails, and cover letters. Additionally, I have anonymously edited stories for writers that have been published professionally. I was part of the Honors Program at my university and graduated Summa Cum Laude with a 4.0 GPA, which means that I received an A in every class I took. 

Please contact me about this service!

Professional Editing and Proofreading Service 📝 Essays, CV, Scripts, Business Materials, Etc.

Lesson Details:

In our first lesson, I will ask you to answer these three questions:
1. Why are you going there?
2. What are you most excited about doing there? 
3. What scares you the most about going there?
Based on your answers, I will know exactly how to help you. I can answer your questions, role play real scenarios with you, assist with paperwork and answering emails, and support you in any way that you need. I will be your teacher, but at times, I may feel more like a supportive friend who wants to see you follow your dreams! 

Our Goal:

When I moved to Japan in 2019, I barely knew Japanese and was completely alone. Trust me, I know that assimilating to a new country and culture isn't always a piece of cake. I want to share my experiences, advice, and knowledge with you. After taking lessons with me, I am hopeful that you will feel more confident, prepared, and excited to explore the world!

English for Studying, Traveling, or Living Abroad 🌎

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts: Performance, Minor in Creative Writing, Honors Program (with thesis) from SUNY New Paltz - Summa Cum Laude 4.0 GPA; Diploma in Classical Acting from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art