Practice English with Ken-Sensei

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Ken-Sensei

North American Accent
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Expertise: Conversation Practice · English for Business · Pronunciation

Works with: Intermediate · Upper Intermediate · Advanced
Also speaks: Tagalog (Fluent) · French (Conversational) · Italian (Conversational)
Familiar with: Writing · English for Travel · Reading · Accent Reduction · English for Interviewing · Education · TOEFL · Other
Expertise: Conversation Practice · English for Business · Pronunciation

Works with: Intermediate · Upper Intermediate · Advanced
Also speaks: Tagalog (Fluent) · French (Conversational) · Italian (Conversational)
Familiar with: Writing · English for Travel · Reading · Accent Reduction · English for Interviewing · Education · TOEFL · Other

Hello!

I specialize in speaking skills so I encourage students to speak freely in order to develop confidence and discuss any topic, whether it be formal (business/academic/professional) or informal. But of course I can correct errors in speech and give students more natural expressions.

I have been an online ESL coach for more than 10 years. I started out teaching Japanese students which is why I use "sensei" as a title, meaning "teacher". Now aside from helping students improve their English speaking skills both casual and formal, I have also received training in basic counselling and facilitation which I use during my lessons. I also provide support to those who are experiencing difficulties, especially in the workplace, while being able to discuss business topics as that is an interest of mine. I am keen on developing students' presentation skills as well. And recently, I have received my certification as a life coach. On top of those skills, I speak and study other foreign languages. I have conversational abilities in French and Italian, and I am currently studying Arabic. I understand how difficult it is to learn other languages, so I can also share some pointers. I connect well with all kinds of students, especially university students and educators.

About

Student Preferences

Open to new students

Languages

English (Native: USA Accent)
Tagalog (Fluent)
French (Conversational)
Italian (Conversational)

Industry familiarity

🏫 Education
Customer Service, Languages

Interests

🍴 Food
🎬 Movies
🎶 Music
🔬 Science
🌍 Travel
🎨 Art
🏅 Sports
💻 Technology
☀️ Health and Wellness
📜 History
🧐 Philosophy
Foreign Languages, Society, Culture, Human Relations, Pop Culture, Humanities, Greek mythology, Military History

Specialties

Teaching Style

Aside from conversation practice, I also facilitate article discussions. In addition, I enjoy teaching business English, academic presentation skills and prepping students for interviews and speeches. If you need someone to help you edit your writing, then I can assist you with that during the lesson time. Currently, I ONLY accept new students who are ADULTS. I can also help with assignments by giving feedback -- but the student MUST provide the answers.

Preferred Levels

Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced

Language Skills Focus

Conversation Practice
English for Business
Pronunciation
Writing
English for Travel
Reading
Accent Reduction
English for Interviewing

Standardized Test Familiarity

TOEFL

Expertise

Other