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	I am a Canadian native English speaker who values the importance of communication amongst people all over the world and believes that LEARNING LANGUAGES CAN BE VERY FUN! In my late teen years I began learning the German language at the most basic level and continued on to complete my Undergraduate degree in a bilingual study program in Germany. Having lived, worked and studied abroad (mainly in Spain and Germany), I understand first-hand the many challenges one faces when learning and communicating in a foreign language. In turn, I am able to help English language students overcome these challenges and gain confidence in their communication. As English has become such an important skill for connecting with the world at large – be it for business, education or pleasure – I am eager to do all I can to support you in reaching your individual goals. I look forward to discussing your personal aims and coming up with a strategy that will ensure that your English language skills can help you achieve them!
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Name:	Thea
Home Country:	Canada
Current Location:	Cambridge, Ontario
Teaching Experience:	3 + Years
Education:	- BA Political Science and International Studies, University of Darmstadt in Germany - TESOL Certificate (Teach of English to Speakers of Other Languages) with Grammar specialization - Test DaF (German as a Foreign Language certificate) - UNIcert Spanish
Hobbies / Interests:	I have many hobbies and love to explore. I revel in getting to know new people and places through traveling and experiencing what various cultures have to offer. I especially enjoy trying new foods and learning to communicate in foreign languages. My favorite type of evening includes preparing and sharing a meal with a group of people from all over the world, trading stories, listening to music and dancing together. When I am alone, I love to read: whether modern fiction or classic literature, magazines on current affairs, politics and culture, or various online blogs. To pass the cold winters, I also like to curl up by the fireplace and knit, sew, make crafts and play guitar. During the summer months, I can be found taking advantage of Ontario’s many lakes and beautiful hiking areas. I love to walk through nature with my dog and eat picnics along the way. Throughout the year I also work as a freelance translator in order to maintain my hard-earned German language skills and pursue my passion for playing with language.
Language(s) spoken:	Fluent: English and German Beginner: Spanish and French
Teaching specialties:	General Conversation Introductions Using the Telephone Asking for Directions Eating at restaurants Going to the department store Going to the grocery store Going to the bank Going to the Library Talking to Strangers Children’s Lessons Reading Writing Grammar Listening/ speaking Study skills Exam Preparation Skills Pre-Writing Skills	Test Preparation TOEIC IELTS TOEFL Travel English At the Airport Car Rental At the Hotel Directions Business English Public Speaking Presentation Skills Professional Writing including reports, memos, emails, etc. Interviewing & Job Application Skills Essay Preparation Written Communication Cross-cultural communications Grammar Pronunciation

	Teaching specialties: Travel, Business, Children/Youth, Conversational, Test Prep, Writing, Grammar. In addition, a focus on: English for Academic Purposes, Writing Process, Editing (including PhD thesis, etc), British Test Prep, Advanced Pronunciation and Grammar Message: In today’s global world, English is becoming an increasingly vital skill for both business and education. As a professional teacher with a specialization in teaching English as a Second Language as well as a Master’s Degree in English, I have the training to help you to achieve your English language goals. I also have the experience needed to guide you in your learning. I have taught English to High School and University students, to Bankers and Immigration Officials, for examination and enjoyment purposes. For the last two years, I lived in Chiang Mai, Thailand and taught English at a Cambridge certified International School. I helped students achieve praise worthy marks in IGCSE, A-Level, and IELTS examinations. I can also assist you in other exams such as TOEFL and TOEIC. I especially like tutoring students in improving their English writing skills, following a Writing Process method, and in Conversational English, focusing on fluency and communicative competence. I want to help you learn at your own pace, paying attention to whatever English skill area is important for you to succeed in your work, study, or leisure. I am an adaptable and flexible teacher who focuses on student needs. When I’m not teaching, I enjoy cooking international gourmet meals with my husband and watching films from around the world. My favourite books come from such diverse places as India, Nigeria, and the Caribbean. My hobbies and interests help satisfy my love for travel and experiencing the world, while I wait for my next international adventure. I look forward to hearing from you, and helping you reach your potential in the English language. Cheers!
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Name:	Rochelle
Home Country:	Canada
Current Location:	Waterloo, Ontario
Teaching Experience:	3 + Years
Education:	Bachelor of Arts Honours in English – University of Saskatchewan Masters of Arts in English – Queens’ University Bachelor of Education – University of Saskatchewan Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language – University of Saskatchewan
Hobbies / Interests:	Reading; Travelling; Canoeing; Cooking
Language(s) spoken:	English; Thai
Teaching specialties:	General Conversation Introductions Using the Telephone Asking for Directions Eating at restaurants Going to the department store Going to the grocery store Going to the bank Going to the Library Talking to Strangers Children’s Lessons Reading Writing Grammar Listening/ speaking Study skills Exam Preparation Skills Pre-Writing Skills	Test Preparation TOEIC IELTS TOEFL Travel English At the Airport Car Rental At the Hotel Directions Business English Public Speaking Presentation Skills Professional Writing including reports, memos, emails, etc. Interviewing & Job Application Skills Essay Preparation Written Communication Cross-cultural communications Grammar Pronunciation

	My husband and I have three sons and a love of learning and the English language have always been an important part of our home life. I did some home schooling in English grammar and spelling when my children were young and they continue to pursue life- long learning opportunities as adults. One of our sons is an English teacher in Hong Kong and we love to discuss various teaching methods and experiences on Skype. An important motivation for my teaching is my desire to help my students become so comfortable with English that they can reliably communicate their own thoughts and ideas in their new language. I have taught students from the literacy level who have almost no knowledge or understanding of English right up to the University level students who need to improve their reading and writing skills for their class work and essays. I was happy when one mother in my class told me that after spending just two weeks in my class she was able, for the first time, to watch an English language movie with her children and understand almost everything. I’m sure that together, we can work to complete your goals.
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Name:	Deborah
Home Country:	Canada
Current Location:	St. George, Ontario
Teaching Experience:	3 + Years
Education:	BA in English Language and Literature from the University of Waterloo, TESL certified at Conestoga College, Kitchener, Ontario
Hobbies / Interests:	Hiking, cooking, reading, music, and community involvement. I am a member of a Citizens’ Association, involved in helping secure Heritage properties for the use and enjoyment by the local residents
Language(s) spoken:	English (reading and writing in French)
Teaching specialties:	General Conversation Introductions Using the Telephone Asking for Directions Eating at restaurants Going to the department store Going to the grocery store Going to the bank Going to the Library Talking to Strangers Children’s Lessons Reading Writing Grammar Listening/ speaking Study skills Exam Preparation Skills Pre-Writing Skills	Test Preparation TOEIC IELTS TOEFL Travel English At the Airport Car Rental At the Hotel Directions Business English Public Speaking Presentation Skills Professional Writing including reports, memos, emails, etc. Interviewing & Job Application Skills Essay Preparation Written Communication Cross-cultural communications Grammar Pronunciation

	Want to improve your pronunciation, grammar, and pacing? Whatever you need, I can help. I am an internationally experienced ESL teacher and I lived and taught students in Ulsan, South Korea, for the past 7 years. I have worked with students of all abilities and ages and want to continue helping ESL learners now that I'm home in Canada. I'll teach you to feel comfortable using English and speak with confidence. In the classroom, in the office, at home or on the street; beginner, intermediate, or advanced, I want to help you to sound your best! Talk to you later, James
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Name:	James
Home Country:	Canada
Current Location:	Hamilton, Ontario
Teaching Experience:	7 + Years
Education:	- B.A. Honours English - University of Guelph - TESL Diploma - Canadian College of Educators
Hobbies / Interests:	Reading, Cooking, Games, Movies
Language(s) spoken:	English
Teaching specialties:	General Conversation Introductions Using the Telephone Asking for Directions Eating at restaurants Going to the department store Going to the grocery store Going to the bank Going to the Library Talking to Strangers Children’s Lessons Reading Writing Grammar Listening/ speaking Study skills Exam Preparation Skills Pre-Writing Skills	Test Preparation TOEIC IELTS TOEFL Travel English At the Airport Car Rental At the Hotel Directions Business English Public Speaking Presentation Skills Professional Writing including reports, memos, emails, etc. Interviewing & Job Application Skills Essay Preparation Written Communication Cross-cultural communications Grammar Pronunciation

	Learning another language is such a rewarding experience and will benefit you in every area of your life. English can be challenging because of the many rules, exceptions to the rules, and the wide range of dialects spoken around the world. I have developed task specific workshops for the business community and customer service industry. My corporate clients have come from Central and South America, Europe and Asia. Each lesson focuses on the needs of the student. I have worked with people who have hearing impairments as well as severe accents. I specialize in verbal and auditory teaching of the mechanics of producing sound. If you want to learn how to use your breath and muscles to speak clearly and with expression, I would be very happy to spend some time with you. I also have many teaching strategies that I would like to share with you to help you improve in all areas of English grammar, writing and listening. Thank you, Karen
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Name:	Karen
Home Country:	Canada
Current Location:	Brantford, Ontario
Teaching Experience:	3 + Years
Education:	- TESL Certification, Canadian College of Educators, Mississauga, ON - Brain Gym, Level 1, 2 - English Literature, Dynamics of Prose, Mohawk College, Hamilton, ON - Human Anatomy and Physiology, Mohawk College, Hamilton, ON - English and German Studies, University of Toronto, Scarborough, ON
Hobbies / Interests:	I love to read! My favourite books are historical fiction, but I also enjoy reading classic literature. My favourite author is Yann Martel. I really enjoy creative writing and am writing a novel that I hope to publish in the near future. I also enjoy cross country skiing with my family. We have snow four months of the year and so I enjoy skiing through the fields and parks near my home. It’s great exercise and a lot of fun! I am fascinated with alternative health modalities and have learned about Qi Gong, Meridian Therapy, Chiropractic care, Hatha yoga, Body Talk and Aromatherapy. I love to learn about different cultures and have enjoyed travelling to over 40 countries. I hope to walk the Camino trail in Spain, and see the Nazca Plains in Peru one day.
Language(s) spoken:	English, German, and Intermediate French
Teaching specialties:	Specialties Pronunciation and the mechanics of producing Sound Tone Intonation Stress & Rythm Enunciation upgrading and accent modification Grammar Understanding grammar and exceptions to the rules that govern the English language. General Conversation Safe conversations How to say NO (your right to privacy) How to ask questions Social engagements Manners Asking for directions, clarification, instructions Understanding humour In your community (shopping, entertainment) Speaking with officials (doctors, clerical staff, teachers, executives) Travel Shopping Respecting the listener Cross-cultural communication Children’s Lessons Learning strategies incorporating different learner types: visual, auditory, mechanical. Homework completion Study habits Test preparation Reading, writing, listening, speaking Grammar (Lessons are relevant to age and interests of student with measurable results.)	Test Preparation TOEIC IELTS TOEFL Travel English At the Airport Car Rental At the Hotel Directions Business English Telephone etiquette E-mail etiquette Writing proposals Self-editing, revision of written work Presentation skills Interview skills and body language Customer service and call centres Conversational English in the Office Environment Writing Self- editing Simple and complex sentences Prepositions and prepositional phrases Misplaced modifiers Style Punctuation and grammar Vocabulary and spelling Metaphors Paraphrasing

	I love to spend time with family and friends. A great evening for me is spent with good food, great conversation and a great bottle of wine. I am very adventurous and love to try new things. After graduating from university and getting married my husband and I decided to move to South Korea and teach English. It was a great opportunity for us. Since then we have travelled to more than 18 countries. I love meeting new people and sharing my experiences as well as learning from others. I love taking pictures and scrapbooking. A scrapbook is a great creative way to tell a story and after travelling to so many exciting places my husband and I have some great stories! I am looking forward to sharing my experiences with you! Sincerely, Lindsay
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Name:	Lindsay
Home Country:	Canada
Current Location:	Kitchener, Ontario
Teaching Experience:	3 + Years
Education:	Bachelor of Arts - Major in History Diploma for Education – Wilfrid Laurier University Post Grad – Conestoga College TESL Teaching Certificate
Work Experience:	I taught English for 2 years at a private school in Cheongju South Korea from 2007-2009. There I taught children as young as 4 years old as well as teaching an adult conversation class. I completed my TESL certificate here in Ontario, and am now presently teaching college and university preparation courses at Conestoga College. My speciality is in written communications and pronunciation. I also run a English conversation class once a week for senior citizens here in Ontario.
Language(s) spoken:	English
Teaching specialties:	Business English Public Speaking Presentation Skills Professional Writing including reports, memos, emails, etc. Interviewing & Job Application Skills Essay Preparation Written Communication Cross-cultural communications Grammar Pronunciation Children’s Lessons Reading Writing Grammar Listening/ speaking Study skills Exam Preparation Skills Pre-Writing Skills	Test Preparation TOEIC IELTS TOEFL General Conversation Introductions Using the Telephone Asking for Directions Eating at restaurants Going to the department store Going to the grocery store Going to the bank Going to the Library Talking to Strangers Travel English At the Airport Car Rental At the Hotel Directions

	I am passionate about teaching and am enthusiastic about teaching students online! I have tutored and taught students of all ages for several years. I believe that every individual learns differently and that I can accommodate your needs so you have success with English. I am interested in all aspects of different cultures and languages. I would be pleased to meet you and I think we can be successful together! Kind regards, Rebecca
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Name:	Rebecca
Home Country:	Canada
Current Location:	Kitchener, Ontario
Teaching Experience:	4 + Years
Education:	Bachelor of Arts Honours degree - Major in English Diploma for Education - University of Newcastle Australia Special Education Part I – Queen’s University
Hobbies / Interests:	I love spending time in my kitchen either cooking or baking. I enjoy reading, creative writing, and spending time with friends and family. I caught the travel bug at an early age! I have enjoyed cities in the UK, Germany, and Austria. I have traveled to Australia several times and lived there for all of 2005. The sunny beaches of Hawaii were awesome and I loved dim sum in Hong Kong! This past summer my husband and I spent our first wedding anniversary in Canada’s beautiful east coast. I am hoping my next journey will be to the Mediterranean….
Language(s) spoken:	English
Work Experience:	Teaching specialties: I am a supply teacher for Waterloo Region for K-8. My teaching contracts have included Primary French, Junior Creative Writing, Grade 6 Core and Primary and Junior Music.
Teaching specialties:	Business English Public Speaking & Presentation Skills Telephone Skills Professional Email Writing Interviewing & Job Application Travel English – for Business Brainstorming Children’s Lessons Reading Writing Grammar Speaking Listening Study skills Exam Preparation Skills	Test Preparation TOEIC IELTS TOEFL General Conversation Introductions Using the Telephone Asking for Directions Eating at restaurants Going to the department store Going to the grocery store Going to the bank Going to the Library Talking to Strangers Travel English At the Airport Car Rental At the Hotel Directions Eating at a Restaurant Going to the Store & other shopping Talking to Strangers

	My teaching experience covers a wide array of subjects, levels and venues. I have taught both children and adults. I have had the pleasure of teaching English overseas, and have traveled extensively. This has given me an understanding of the challenges of traveling and living in a country where the language spoken is not your own. It has also provided me with first hand knowledge of the language skills needed to live, work, or travel abroad. I have a passion for lifelong learning and strive to impart that on all of my students. I believe learning a new language should be a fun and enriching process. Throughout my teaching experience I have come to realize that every student is different, and therefore I tailor every lesson to meet the needs of each individual student. I look forward to helping you meet your English language goals! Regards, Glenna
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Name:	Glenna
Home Country:	Canada
Current Location:	Woodstock, Ontario
Teaching Experience:	5 + Years
Education:	Honours BA in Political Science – University of Western Ontario Bachelor of Education – Nipissing University
Hobbies / Interests:	I enjoy reading, baking and spending time with my family. I also enjoy listening to all types of music. I love traveling and meeting new people. So far I have been to China, Japan, Nigeria, England, Ireland, Scotland, Germany, France, Belgium, Belize, Guatemala, and the U.S. It is my goal to visit every continent.
Language(s) spoken:	English
Teaching specialties:	Business English Public Speaking & Presentation Skills Telephone Skills Professional Email Writing Interviewing & Job Application Travel English – for Business Brainstorming Children’s Lessons Reading Writing Grammar Speaking Listening Study skills Exam Preparation Skills	Test Preparation TOEIC IELTS TOEFL General Conversation Introductions Using the Telephone Asking for Directions Eating at restaurants Going to the department store Going to the grocery store Going to the bank Going to the Library Talking to Strangers Travel English At the Airport Car Rental At the Hotel Directions Eating at a Restaurant Going to the Store & other shopping Talking to Strangers

	I am a certified teacher in Ontario, Canada and in 1995 and 1996 I had a wonderful experience teaching English to adults and children at a private institute in Kwangju, South Korea. I like to motivate and challenge students, both young and old, to life-long learning and intellectual growth. Being a teacher means leaving your students better than they were when you first met them. I look forward to meeting you and together we can create a plan to best suit your needs. Sincerely, Daniel B
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Name:	Daniel B
Home Country:	Canada
Current Location:	Waterloo, Ontario
Teaching Experience:	3 + Years
Education:	Diploma of Mechanical Engineering Technology - Conestoga College Bachlor of Education - University of Windsor J/I Music Bachlor Arts – Wilfred Laurier University
Hobbies / Interests:	Piano, Singing, Horseback riding, Reading, Family activities, Landscaping, Construction work
Language(s) spoken:	English & Romanian
Teaching specialties:	Specialties Technological design Vocal music Business English Public Speaking & Presentation Skills Telephone Skills Professional Email Writing Interviewing & Job Application Travel English – for Business Brainstorming Children’s Lessons Reading Writing Grammar Speaking Listening Study skills Exam Preparation Skills	General Conversation Introductions Using the Telephone Asking for Directions Eating at restaurants Going to the department store Going to the grocery store Going to the bank Going to the Library Talking to Strangers Travel English At the Airport Car Rental At the Hotel Directions Eating at a Restaurant Going to the Store & other shopping Talking to Strangers Test Preparation TOEIC IELTS TOEFL

	I was a Computer and IT Consultant for many years I am now in my second career as a teacher. I find teaching to be a very rewarding and fulfilling job that I enjoy very much. I enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds. I am sure that my many years of business and real world experience can help you learn and improve your English. I look forward to helping you speak, read and write so you can achieve your goals in life.
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Name:	Tony
Home Country:	Canada
Current Location:	Cambridge Ontario, Canada
Teaching Experience:	1+ year
Education:	B. Education - University Wesern Ontario J/I Sciences B. Math/Computer Science - University Waterloo
Work Experience	25 Years IT consultant
Hobbies / Interests:	Cooking, drag racing, weight-lifting
Language(s) spoken:	English
Teaching specialties:	Business English Discussion and Meeting Skills Public Speaking and Presentation Skills Telephone Skills Crucial Negotiation Skills Professional Email Writing Interviews – conducting and attending Socializing and Networking Skills Travel English – for Business Specilities Math Science IT terminology	General Conversation Introductions Grammar Using the Telephone Asking for Directions Eating at restaurant Children’s Lessons Reading Writing Grammar Speaking Listening Study skills

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