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Private English Lessons by a Native English Speaker
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I am a Native English speaker from the United States of America. I have several years of experience teaching English the classroom, one on one as a private teacher and also online teaching. I have a bachelors degree from Florida International University and also teaching certification. I offer classes for grade school kids 5-18. I also offer classes for conversation and business for adults.
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About Me
Hi my name is James and I am a Native English speaker from the Unites States of America. I am English as Second Language ESL instructor and Financial Consultant. I have over 5 years of experience teaching English to clients of all ages. I have taught in the classroom, private lessons and online. I have taught many traditional students to develop their English level as well as helping business professionals with their business English level. My past and present clients include many international students as well as many EU professionals.

I have lived in the USA throughout my entire childhood, schooling, university and professional career before moving to Asia and now Europe. I believe that this gives me a unique ability to teach English from a Native perspective to develop the correct speaking methods and ideology.
Education
Florida International University - MBA
Florida International University - BSc

I also have a teaching certificate for teaching English anywhere in the world. thanks
Experience / Qualifications
Exceptional experience teaching English as a Second language. I have taught in the classroom and private lessons as well as teaching online.
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
60 minutes
90 minutes
The class is taught in
English
French
Skills
English as a second language (esl)
English for adults
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -05:00)
New York
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08-12
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