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Daniel D

@danield

University of California Berkeley
Social Welfare & Education
Los Angeles, CA, United States
United States

Language Skills

  • English (US): Native
  • Spanish (Latin American): Intermediate

Interests


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9.00 Coins

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Rating & Experience:

(4.96)
231 sessions 72 Ratings Cancellations: 0 No-show: 0

Introduction:

Exam preparation, Academic, Business, Conversational English & Pronunciation

Welcome! My name is Daniel. I am a native English speaker and English as a foreign language (EFL) teacher from California. I graduated from the University of California, Berkeley in Social Welfare. I have been teaching EFL to adults and adolescents of all English proficiency levels for the last two years. I am very experienced teaching advanced English level for academic, business and conversational purposes. I specialize in standardized English test preparation, especially IELTS and TEOFL. I am also very capable and qualified guiding people in English writing and I am always happy to edit your written assignments and documents. Additionally, I am skilled and experienced helping English learners with improving their pronunciation by offering detailed mouth-mechanical instructions and exercises to help correct difficult pronunciation. Thank you so much for reading over my introduction. I look forward to working with you soon. Best, ~ Daniel D.

Teaching Specialty:

Test Prep › Other

- I can help prepare you for all parts of the IELTS Exam: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.

English Basics › Pronunciation / Phonics

- I offer instruction on specific mouth mechanics that will help improve difficult pronunciation and mis-pronunciations.

Topics › News Articles

- A discussion topic will be agreed upon prior to lesson - During the lesson we will engage in a discussion regarding the topic using relevant, interesting and comprehensive language. Advanced vocabulary will be introduced. - Written assignments can be suggested and assigned if desired.

Writing › Essay Writing

- Advanced academic English lessons - Upper level grammar and vocabulary/phrase/term instruction - Assignments can be determined prior to class to be presented and reviewed during the lesson - Or come prepared with your own assignments which we can work on during the class. - I am happy to make corrections and edits outside of class - I have a college degree and am proficient in academic English writing and speaking. Resources - Pdf textbook (if requested) - Ted-Talks, podcasts, articles, etc.

Business English Basics › General

- Business theme/department/function-focused lessons - Variety of vocabulary/phrases/expressions, i.e. idioms, collocations- commonly used in places of business Customized focus on business areas useful to you Resources: - Business English podcasts for contextual listening

Résumé:

Education:
2007 - 2010
University of California Berkeley
Other › Social Welfare & Education (Bachelor)
Work Experience:
2011 - 2016
Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley Education
Teaching Professional
Administer lesson plans for absent teachers Assist teachers during their classes Plan, prepare and lead large and small group activities Recess, lunch and after-school supervision Supervision during community outings Physical education and after school assistance Preparation and supervision of summer and vacation camps Led various activities for after-school programs and camps
2016 - 2018
Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley Education
General Office Clerk
Clerical and logistical support to the principal of the school. Database management using Blackbaud Inc. Use of Google Suite, Microsoft Office, database and various other school software Event scheduling and planning Management of substitute teachers Substitute teaching Coordinator of Organic Gardening Club Supervise afterschool homework class Afterschool sport assistance Library administration
Certifications:
2019
TEFL
IARC accredited 150 hour TEFL/TESOL certification

Rating

Overall: 4.96

Teaching Skill
4.92 (/ 5.00)
Feedback
4.92 (/ 5.00)
Enthusiasm
4.97 (/ 5.00)
Punctuality
4.97 (/ 5.00)
Voice/Video Clarity
5.00 (/ 5.00)

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