Alisha
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Alisha
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Japanese
Specialties
BusinessTest PreparationMFA Graduate + M.Ed Student, Content Creator and Writing Instructor for Test takers and Businesses
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Japanese
Specialties
BusinessTest PreparationMFA Graduate + M.Ed Student, Content Creator and Writing Instructor for Test takers and Businesses
From United StatesLiving in Aomori, Japan (11:35 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Feb 8, 2021Interest topicTravelFoodGamingMedical & HealthcareMusic
My name is Alisha. I am an outdoor enthusiast who loves traveling in search of new experiences. Learning something new about the world, especially different cultures, fascinates me. My dream is to see the world, and meeting people from different destinations is part of that dream. Until I reach that goal, I look forward to meeting students from various backgrounds who can teach me what they love about their culture through learning English online.
When I'm not teaching, I enjoy listening to music, writing, hiking, photography, art, horseback riding, and reading, to name a few, for the list of my interests is ever-growing.
I look forward to meeting you!Me as a Teacher
*Please keep in mind I do not teach children under the age of 13.
Learning is a process that never stops. As educators, our job is to facilitate learning as a guide. My philosophy as a teacher is to help guide students toward success and ensure they take full advantage of their unique skills and abilities. In a classroom, students learn best when they are relaxed, enjoying themselves, and engaging with meaningful and thoughtfully provided material based on their learning needs. Students will target goals while assessing weak areas, including grammar, pronunciation, writing, reading, and listening skills, and most importantly while having fun in an engaging environment!My lessons & teaching style
I use a communicative language teaching approach (CLT), which allows students to learn from their conversations surrounding their interests, hobbies, work environment, or targeted goals. New vocabulary will be introduced; new grammar is observed and practiced while the student is engaged by the topic they have chosen. I look to use my skills over the past years of teaching to bring education and enthusiasm back to the classroom. Homework and quizzes will be provided to students who desire them.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Master's in Fine Arts & Creative Writing - Southern New Hampshire University - 2023The MFA focused on content creation, marketing, trends, social media integration in business, and editing for businesses of all types. Additionally, a teaching certificate was included in the Master's degree program for teaching English to adults in business and working in a business setting.
Certificate verified
IELTS Teacher Training Certification - Cambridge Learning - 2021This course trains teachers to be prepared for teaching IELTS test preparation to students. It covers the four tested areas: Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking. Teachers who have completed this training have a better understanding of student needs and gauging student levels.
Certificate verified
TESOL - International Open Academy - 2021TESOL Certification for teaching ESL students. This course covers the necessary requirements to teaching and engaging students from abroad. There was a heavy focus on speaking and pronunciation.
Certificate verified
Cambridge IELTS Certification - Cambridge English - 2021The certification involved 25 hours of courses through the Cambridge Teaching Certification Program offered online. Underscoring test preparation for IELTS and other similar testing methodological application to the CAE, CPE, TOEFL, etc. Each course offered an in-depth analysis of teaching Writing, Reading, Speaking, & Listening techniques and testing formats. Additionally, the Master's in FIne Arts focused on professional business writing, applicable to test taking.
Certificate verified
Education
2018 - 2021
Bachelor’s - English LiteratureDegree is finished but awaiting conferral. I have uploaded my transcripts. This degree has helped me learn how to teach grammar through writing and reading, while focusing on the educational development of my students needs. A strong teaching emphasis was placed so that students could continue their education as teachers or writers.
2021 - 2023
Master's - Master's in Fine Arts & Creative WritingMy Master's in Fine Art and Create Writing (MFA) focuses on writing technique, general fiction writing, storytelling, and content writing. In addition, this MFA is combined with a higher-education teacher certificate to teach writing at the university-level. The MFA delved into blogging, content writing for business and social media, generalized fiction pertaining to character development, storytelling, genre studies, and culture.
2023 - Current
Master's - Masters of Education (M.Ed.)Focusing on curriculum development and theory for online learning.
Work Experience
2018 - 2019
TutorClasses were taught to international students one-on-one, focusing on preparing them for essay writing, English examinations, presentations, and interviews. Students were given homework, were taught reading tricks and tips, and practiced general speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. Students engaged with advanced workbooks and worksheets created by me to ensure their continued growth and success.
2019 - 2021
TeacherI led independent discussions with students while improving their English scores. Students were given homework, lesson tasks and learned through a PPP approach common to Japanese classroom standards. CLT theory was applied for students to learn in a real-world and applicable setting. Students engaged with the teacher to learn new grammar, test preparation skills, and improve fluency.
2021 - 2023
Lead TeacherLead teacher, content creator, and editor for a private English school catering to business and academic professionals. Manuscript editing for academic and literary professionals.
5.0
Rating
173
Students
2,156
Lessons
100%
Attendance
100%
Response
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
49 lessons completed
USD 23.00+
General English Conversation Practice
B2 - C2Language Essentials1,020 lessons completed
USD 16.25+
Test Preparation (Speaking & Writing) (IELTS, CAE, TOEFL)
B1 - C2Test Preparation319 lessons completed
USD 17.75+
Interview Preparation (Statement of Purpose, Graduate School Entrance, Job Interviews)
B2 - C2Business175 lessons completed
USD 19.25+
Content Creation, Copy Editing and Proofreading Services
A2 - C2Language Essentials74 lessons completed
USD 19.25+
Legacy Student Pricing (Speaking & Testing)
A2 - C2Language Essentials484 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Accent Reduction & Pronunciation Enhancement
B2 - C1Business35 lessons completed
USD 17.50+
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
303 Reviews
Yi.an Wang🏀
137 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Alisha is a trustworthy tutor I have met. She is both knowledgeable and patient. We talk about a wide range of topics, from culture to cuisines. Every class is enjoyable, and time passes quickly. She has helped me improve significantly, taking my English from beginner to advanced. With her help, my TOEFL score went from 65 to 98. Unlike other teachers who only teach formulas, Alisha guides me on how to adapt to cultural differences and think like a native speaker.
Oct 15, 2024
Yana
103 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have had the pleasure of being a student of Alisha for the past year, and I would like to express my gratitude for the outstanding experience.
Alisha has a remarkable ability to create an engaging and positive learning environment. The lessons are well-structured, and the teacher's enthusiasm for the subject matter is truly contagious. I have noticed a significant improvement in my English skills since joining the class.
Feb 9, 2024
Yuanne
21 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
As a teacher, Alisha is always inspiring and encouraging, propelling me to pursue my dreams. She is knowledgeable and generously shares her insights, helping me become familiar with the U.S. and European countries. She assisted me with the application process for a master's/doctorate degree in the U.S., and I have now received an offer from a university ranked among the top 10 for the program. Don't hesitate to reach out to her if you need to refine your speaking/writing skills.
Jan 15, 2024
Sadoqat Ruzieva
3 English lessons
Alisha is an incredibly professional and supportive teacher. I’ve been preparing for my interview with her, and our lessons have been extremely helpful. They’ve greatly increased my confidence.
Oct 20, 2024
Andrea
64 English lessons
😊🤗💐🍀🌈🪻🌞
Oct 19, 2024
Sadoqat Ruzieva
3 English lessons
I had a lesson for interview preparation with Alisha, and I’m really happy I chose her! She is very supportive and makes you feel comfortable. I definitely want to continue practicing with her!
Oct 4, 2024
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