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Joann S

@joann

Southern Adventist University
Classical Ancient Mediterranean & Near Eastern Studies & Archaeology
United States
United States

Language Skills

  • English (US): Native
  • Spanish (Latin American): Native
  • German: Intermediate
  • Polish: Elementary
  • Korean: Elementary

Interests


Price (25 min):

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Rating & Experience:

(4.72)
403 sessions 119 Ratings Cancellations: 1 No-show: 1

Introduction:

I help students feel comfortable and not afraid of practicing English. You can do it! ^.^

I have taught English for 6 years in South Korea and 8 months in Poland. I learned a little Korean and Polish, not just to get by, but also to try to understand my students' struggles better.
English is a crazy language. Let me help you (try) to understand and speak it a little better. ^.^

Teaching Specialty:

Business Skills & Knowledge › By Industry

Class Name: Hotel English for SkimaTalk Class Description: This is an English course for Hotel and Tourism. It is free for students to join. We can study together and you can study in your free time, too. I am excited to start this course with you! Class Key: c3a6232c944c078c

Writing › General

Need someone to correct your English writing? I can help edit or proofread (I *help*, not *write for you!*).

English Basics › Pronunciation / Phonics

Go through different sounds of English, practice them as often as you need, and you will sound more like a native speaker! I can help you.

Methods & Tools › Video

Let's use YouTube videos to practice your English listening skills! Watch a short video ( <4 minutes) about any topic (i.e. American tipping culture, Daylight Saving Time, American Black Friday, etc.), answer a few questions, and discuss! ^.^

Everyday English › Free Conversation

Let's talk! Tell me what you want to talk about, and I'll prepare our topic.

Everyday English › Slang

Why do Americans say the things they do? Why is American slang different from British slang? Let's learn and explore together!

English Basics › Accent Reduction

Want to sound like an American? I can help you. This will not happen quickly. That is ok, I have no hurry. ^.~

English Basics › General

Let's start from the very beginning . . . Introductions, Speaking about yourself (i.e. job, school, family, likes, dislikes, hobbies, etc.) Speaking, writing, reading, listening, grammar, vocabulary, . . . we can start it all here.

Résumé:

Education:
2004 - 2010
Southern Adventist University
Theology › Classical Ancient Mediterranean & Near Eastern Studies & Archaeology (Bachelor)
Work Experience:
2010 - 2013
SDA Language School Education
Teaching Professional
Taught English to students from 5 - 75 years old, all in group classes, in two cities (Cheonan and Jeju City). In the children's classes, I assisted the Korean teacher, being a model for authentic speech and making activities to keep them motivated. In the adult classes; I kept attendance, followed the institute's strict methodology, gave and graded projects, quizzes, and exams, and gave out self-designed material when time allowed.
2014 - 2015
English Program in Korea (EPIK) Education
Teaching Professional
Taught English in five public schools (2 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high) in two villages in South Korea. Assisted Korean teachers by setting up activities for the students to motivate the students to get excited about English, making learning easier and more fun.
2015 - 2016
School by the Sea Education
Teaching Professional
Taught English to children, teens, and adults in group, small group, and individual classes in Kolobrzeg and Koszalin, Poland. Students were from all levels (beginner - advanced). Followed textbooks and designed my own teaching materials.
2017 - 2020
Gyeongsangnam-do Office of Education Education
Teaching Professional
Taught English to students in grades 3 - 6 in two elementary schools. Taught from the textbooks, brought extra activities for the students, gave speaking tests, and shared interesting English knowledge in class. During summer and winter vacations, I led English camps. My students practiced English and enjoyed various fun activities.
Certifications:
2013
TESOL
Online 100 hr. course through OnTesol.com
2016
CELTA
120-hour TEFL course from British Council Krakow; with assignments, lectures, and practice teaching. I taught mono- and multilingual teaching practice classes 10 times (each class = 45 min.) during the 4-week course.

Rating

Overall: 4.72

Teaching Skill
4.56 (/ 5.00)
Feedback
4.69 (/ 5.00)
Enthusiasm
4.72 (/ 5.00)
Punctuality
4.87 (/ 5.00)
Voice/Video Clarity
4.77 (/ 5.00)

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