Practice English with Melissa

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Melissa

North American Accent
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Expertise: Retail · Education · Entertainment

Works with: True Beginner · Beginner · Intermediate · Upper Intermediate · Advanced
Familiar with: Conversation Practice · Reading · Writing · Pronunciation · Listening · Vocabulary · Science · Healthcare · Public Services · Human Resources · Sales · TOEFL · Other
Expertise: Retail · Education · Entertainment

Works with: True Beginner · Beginner · Intermediate · Upper Intermediate · Advanced
Familiar with: Conversation Practice · Reading · Writing · Pronunciation · Listening · Vocabulary · Science · Healthcare · Public Services · Human Resources · Sales · TOEFL · Other

Hello!

📧 Please message to schedule if you do not see an opening. Thank you! 📧 Hello! My name is Melissa J 💖 👩‍🏫 from the United States and it's very nice to meet you! I have many years of teaching experience and can assist you in further developing your English language abilities. I can't wait to meet you! 📢 I may have additional times available that are not open on my schedule. Please send me a message to coordinate!

I am a Native speaker with a neutral accent from the United States. I live on the Atlantic East Coast. I have been a classroom teacher for over 15 years and an online educator for 2 years. I am a certified Early Childhood, Elementary, Special Education, English Language teacher, and Reading Specialist and hold Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Education. I also have a 120 hours 𝙏𝙀𝙎𝙊𝙇 certification. During my teaching tenure, I have specialized in teaching a variety of children in the general education setting as well as students with special needs (Autism, Speech Delays/Difficulties, Cognitive Delays, Learning Disabilities, etc.). I have taught all content areas (Math, English, Science, Language/Speech, Writing, Reading). Literacy and Reading is a passion of mine! I have helped students improve their reading skills, comprehension, and critical thinking/ inferencing skills. I am married with three children. We love to travel, go to amusement parks and the beach. Cooking, reading, watching sports, and listening to music are hobbies I enjoy most, especially to relax. I have been lucky to meet so many people and have made friendships from around the world. I enjoy a variety of topics in conversation, and I also enjoy designing activities that best meets your needs ranging from improving conversation, essential grammar knowledge, and test preparations. It is enjoyable to hear and learn about different cultures, holidays, celebrations, and daily life! I can't wait to meet you and help improve your English skills!

About

Student Preferences

Open to new students

Languages

English (Native: USA Accent)

Industry familiarity

🔬 Science
🩺 Health Care
📢 Public Services
🛍️ Retail
👥 Human Resources
🏫 Education
🎤 Entertainment
🏷️ Sales
I have a general knowledge in a variety of fields, but I am a professional educator. I have held positions in retail/sales, HR, etc.

Interests

🍴 Food
🎬 Movies
🎶 Music
🔬 Science
🌍 Travel
🌠 Anime
🎨 Art
🏅 Sports
💻 Technology
☀️ Health and Wellness
📜 History
I have general knowledge on many topics and share an interest in many things. I always like learning new things and improving my knowledge. I am also interested in discussing families, cultures, children, books, etc.

Specialties

Teaching Style

I am a very patient, calm and compassionate teacher. I am also a great listener. Due to my teaching experience, I can quickly adjust instruction to best meet the needs of all learners and always prepared. I gear my instruction to make it as enjoyable, natural, and engaging as possible.

Preferred Levels

True Beginner
Beginner
Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced

Language Skills Focus

Conversation Practice
Reading
Writing
Pronunciation
Listening
Vocabulary

Standardized Test Familiarity

TOEFL

Expertise

Other