Private ESL Curriculum for Academic & Conversational Mastery (CEFR a2-C2 Levels)
This is an ongoing standards-based English course for older students 10+. The class focuses on advanced comprehension, pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and conversation.
Vanessa Roach
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(355)
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What's included
2 live meetings
2 in-class hours per weekHomework
Optional homework assigned/given to support learningAssessment
Quiz given after unitClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Intermediate Level
This course is designed for older students wanting to improve both conversational and academic English. The course is taught by a TESOL certified American English speaker with a Master's of Teaching English. The course uses a structured curriculum containing grammar, speaking/pronunciation, reading fluency, comprehension, and writing. There is a workbook provided in which students can complete practice work after each lesson. International times available! The reading/discussion materials are appropriate for ages 10+. Topics discussed are future careers, relationships, reality TV, hopes and fears, famous people, history, etc. Every lesson includes reading comprehension, conversation/discussion, vocabulary, and grammar. Many lessons include writing as well. This course is ongoing, however the classes do slowly increase in complexity. Students may join and leave at any time. Each week is a new topic of study. International times available. Students at an intermediate level can: 1. understand the main points of clear texts on familiar topics in standard language 2. manage most situations on a trip to places where English is used 3. produce simple, organized texts about familiar topics 4. describe experiences, events, wishes, opinions, and discuss plans
Learning Goals
Students will:
~ practice speaking English confidently in conversational and academic tones
~ develop strong English communication skills
~ expand their English vocabulary~ improve pronunciation and sentence structures in English
~ develop (advanced) thinking skills in English
~improve comprehension, writing, and grammar skills
Other Details
Learning Needs
This class is designed for non-native English speakers.
Parental Guidance
Topics such as movies, celebrities, historical figures, emotions, interests, etc. will be discussed. Conversation will be high interest, yet kept at an age appropriate level for learners.
Supply List
Some printed materials may be required. All files/materials will be provided by the teacher.
Joined April, 2020
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355reviews
Popular
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Indiana Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Master's Degree in English from University of Southern Indiana
In my classes (brick and mortar and Outschool), I work with all levels of students (IEP students, ELL/ESL students, general education, and high-ability students). My goal as a teacher is to foster critical thinking and communication skills in order to help your child achieve their goals and become more proficient readers, writers, and critical thinkers. More than that, I encourage students to fall in love with learning.
Experience/Education:
-Brick and Mortar Teacher for 7 years (current)
-Outschool Teacher for 3 years (current)
-BS in Education (Reading/English 3-12, Gifted Education 3-12, Special Education 5-12)
-TESOL certification
-Experience teaching online to non-native speakers/students
-Masters of Arts In English Teaching
-Certification in High Ability/Gifted Learning Strategies
-Certification in Teaching Students with Learning Exceptionalities
-SAT/PSAT Testing Administrator (5 years)
-Harkness Socratic Seminar Trained (Summer of 2023)
-National Writing Project Trained (Summer of 2023)
I am a secondary English teacher with certifications in gifted education and special education. I also have a TESOL endorsement. I have been professionally teaching for 7 years and have a masters of arts in English education. I enjoy using socratic and discussion-based learning to help students think deeply about the texts that they read.Reviews
Live Group Class
$30
weekly ($15 per class)2x per week
60 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
3-3 learners per class
