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Katherine
Professional Teacher
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
French
Spanish
Portuguese
Professional, native speaker English teacher with more than 20 years experience!
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
French
Spanish
Portuguese
Professional, native speaker English teacher with more than 20 years experience!
From United StatesLiving in Lisbon, Portugal (10:46 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Mar 26, 2020Interest topicFilms & TV SeriesPets & AnimalsReading
Hi! My name is Katherine, and I have been a professional English as a Foreign Language teacher for more than 20 years. I'm from the US, but now I live in Lisbon, Portugal. I've traveled extensively and have learned a bit of Spanish, French and now Portuguese -- so I really understand how challenging it is to learn a different language! I have taught English to young children to adults, from beginning to advanced levels. In addition, I have taught all the standardized tests (IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, ACT), so I can also help with that. I love reading, films, exercise, and sharing my love of the crazy, difficult English language with others!Me as a Teacher
I love my job teaching English because every student is different -- with different levels, goals, and ways of learning! I received my Master's degree in Education from the University of Michigan and my Bachelor's in English from Connecticut College. I can teach informal conversation to planned lessons using textbooks -- whatever method the student prefers. I've taught many different subjects, but my specialties are English, reading, and writing. I'm also a professional editor and love helping students with writing.My lessons & teaching style
I generally prefer to use task-based lessons that will have a meaningful impact on a student's life. My lessons are usually informal and fun -- because I know that's the best way to learn!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
Work Experience
2000 - 2020
teacher and private tutor self-employedENGLISH TEACHING EXPERIENCE (USA and PORTUGAL)
- Teaching English group classes at a university, several language schools, and city libraries, as well as for individual students
- Teaching face-to-face lessons and online lessons for all levels of language learners
Education
2001 - 2002
Master's - EducationOne year, intensive Master's of Education degree with Teaching Certificate
1976 - 1977
Bachelor's - English and Theater
Certificates
Michigan Teaching Certificate University of Michigan 2008Teaching certificate
Certificate uploaded
5.0
Rating
77
Students
400
Lessons
100%
Attendance
99%
Response
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
31 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Intermediate level English conversation
B1 - B2Conversation Practice333 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 10% off
Business English for Intermediate and Advanced Level Students
B1 - C2Business36 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 10% off
IELTS, TOEIC, and TOEFL preparation
B2 - C1Test Preparation0 lessons completed
USD 20.00
Package with 10% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
45 Reviews
高高
43 English lessons
very very very nice teacher
Mar 21, 2023
Marta Fonseca
3 English lessons
Once again a perfect and very productive class. Thanks Katherine
Feb 9, 2021
Marta Fonseca
3 English lessons
Katherine is an excellent teacher, her experience is appreciated in all the lessons. Today we improve oral and writing skills.
Feb 1, 2021
Natallia Tsahelnik
1 English lesson
Thank you! It was very encouraging, I am definitely coming back for more lessons!
Jan 31, 2021
Marco Senesi
25 English lessons
Beautiful and interesting lesson !
Jan 30, 2021
Ronaldo Spekla
1 English lesson
My very first lesson was a good experience!
Jan 27, 2021
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