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    Daily English Conversation, Grammar, Sentence structure, Word Choice

    The following are highlights of my skills and accomplishments:
    I possess an ability to communicate complex information in an understandable way students can easily comprehend.
    Prior experience of adopting distinctive teaching methodologies, documenting all lessons, organizing healthy group discussions, and mentoring troubled students.
    My strong initiative and exceptional organizational skills, combined with my ability to work well under pressure, allow me to play a crucial role in fast-paced teaching environment. Furthermore, with the ability to simplifying lesson plans in line with specific curriculum objectives, I believe I will immediately make a noticeable impact on your school’s education standards.

    Extra information

    I'm also efficient in one-to-one Zoom lessons. This is a trending form of giving English lessons.

    Location

    Online via webcam
    At teacher's location: Higashi-Tokorozawa, Tokorozawa, Saitama, Japan
    At student's location: Around Tokorozawa, Japan

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    General info

    suitcase iconSkills:
    English as a second language (esl), English for adults, School
    Age:
    Teenagers (13-17 years old)
    Adults (18-64 years old)
    Seniors (65+ years old)
    Student level:
    Beginner
    Intermediate
    Advanced
    Duration:
    30 minutes
    45 minutes
    60 minutes
    The class is taught in:English, French

    About Me

    20 years of experience teaching English in Canada, Korea, and Japan.
    Living in Japan since 2004. My Japanese ability is basic.
    Junior and Senior high school at Columbia International School in Saitama, Japan for 14 years.
    My hobby is acoustic guitar and singing, fronting an Irish band for 10 years here in Japan.
    I like teaching because it gives me an opportunity to learn from others and to share ideas.
    I have many favorite Japanese foods, but I particularly like curry rice.
    I like nature, so I try to get out on the weekends for jogging or just taking a walk.

    Education

    Graduation period: Sep, 1989 - Aug, 1996
    School: Memorial University of Newfoundland
    Degree: BA (English), B.ed, (English)
    Desired Industry: Education
    Desired Position: Instructor/Teacher/Professor
    Specialities:English language learning
    Experience & Goals: 14 years teaching ESL

    Experience / Qualifications

    Employment period: April, 2005 – current 2020
    Position Title: Junior High, Senior High English/Schoolteacher
    Industry: Education

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