Below
is some background information about just
a few of our ETO tutors. This will give
you a better idea of the type of teacher
who is on our teaching staff.
All our ETO tutors are native English speakers from the US, Canada and the UK.
They are all highly experienced English
second-language teachers, with extensive
experience of teaching English in their
native countries and abroad. Also, all ETO
teachers have to follow a very strict initial
training, which is ongoing.
At ETO, you can always count on having proficient,
professional and friendly tutors whose main
goal is to help you efficiently improve
your English skills.
Short
introduction: I’m an American and have been living for the past 2 years in Mexico City. I became interested in teaching English when I first lived in Mexico in 2005. I realized that I was fortunate to be a native speaker of one of the most important languages in the world. I could see that I really had something to offer students who wanted to learn English. I can empathize with my students when it comes to facing the challenge of learning another language and/or adapting to a new culture.
Name:
Anne Roningen
Nationality:
USA
Teaching experience:
6 years
I enjoy teaching:
Adults who are enthusiastic about learning English. I particularly like conversation classes because they give me a chance to get to know my students.
I like to teach English because:
One of my favorite things about teaching English has been that I have gotten to know a wide variety of people with whom I would probably never have come in contact otherwise. Through teaching English, I have been able to learn about other cultures, which to me is a very valuable experience. I also enjoy seeing really motivated students make progress and be rewarded for their efforts.
Hobbies:
Reading; listening to all the wonderful radio programs that are available online; learning Spanish; I’m also learning how to dance; surfing the Internet.
Matt
Short introduction: Hello, my name is Matt and I’m an American from San Diego California and I enjoy traveling the world. English is considered to be the top international language for business and traveling and therefore it is an important language to learn. I enjoy helping others achieve their goals and look forward to meeting you.
Name:
Matt
Nationality:
USA
Teaching experience:
5 years
I have experience teaching:
University students, adults and kids in business English, day-to-day English, conversation, grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, TOEIC preparation, interviewing skills and CV/Resume writing. I have taught English at the university level and also have over 15 years experience in the corporate business world.
I like to teach English because:
I like watching a student’s progress and developing their English skills. When a student can effectively communicate in English it opens up many opportunities in the business world and international travel. I have learned several languages and understand the challenges and the rewards.
Hobbies:
Traveling surfing, yoga, reading, rock climbing, mountain biking, marathons and triathlons.
Corrine
Short introduction: I am from England. I have travelled the world and seen many different cultures. I have taught English in hotels, restaurants and other businesses. I have also taught within a school environment, but prefer one-on-one classes. Teaching is my passion, and I am available to anyone who would like to learn English.
Name:
Corrine
Nationality:
British; I have taught from both the American English and the British English curriculum.
Teaching experience:
4 years
I enjoy teaching:
Both adults and children. I have taught business English, conversation lessons and grammar classes.
I like to teach English because:
What I love about teaching English is seeing my students progress, it gives me a feeling of great achievement. I like to build good relationships with my students, so that they have fun and feel comfortable to ask me anything. This really helps the learning process.
Hobbies:
I am a long distance runner and like to keep fit. I love to travel, and enjoy reading fiction novels.
Joan
Short introduction: Hello my name is Joan and I’m from Canada. I enjoy teaching English and learning new languages. I know what it is like to learn a new language as I myself have learned new languages and I am still learning daily. Learning a new language, especially English, is very exciting and has many benefits, whether you wish to travel, expand your career opportunities, or be able to chat online to people all over the world.
Name:
Joan
Nationality:
Canadian
Teaching experience:
6 years
I have experience teaching:
Conversational English to adults, children, university students and professionals in both day-to-day and business English, focusing on pronunciation and grammar.
I like to teach English because:
I have the opportunity to work closely with students of many cultures, sharing the joys and frustrations that come with learning a new language. I enjoy the challenges and rewards of teaching and I feel very good helping students achieve their goals.
Hobbies:
In my free time I like to cook, travel, learn new languages and cultures, dance, read, meditate and practice yoga.
Laura
Short introduction: My name is Laura
and I have been teaching English
for a number of years. I grew
up in New Jersey, USA, but I
now live in Texas, USA. Before
that, I lived in Japan for 3
years where I taught English
to children and adults. I understand
how difficult it can be learning
a new language, but I also know
how great a feeling it is to
gain fluency when you thought
you never could. Lastly, I am
a Certified Scorer of the TOEIC
Speaking test. I am really looking
forward to helping you improve
your English skills.
Name:
Laura Schlegelmilch
Nationality:
USA
Teaching experience:
5 years
I like to teach English because:
I understand how difficult it can be learning a new language, but I also know how great a feeling it is to gain fluency when you thought you never could. I enjoy teaching the TOEIC speaking test preparation, Day-to-day English conversation, Business English and pronunciation.
Short
introduction: I was born and raised
in British Columbia, Canada, but
I now live in Montreal, Canada.
I have a master's degree in English
Literature and Creative Writing,
and I am currently writing a book
about water.
Name:
Leanne Tonkin
Nationality:
Canada
Teaching experience:
5 years
I enjoy teaching:
Adults and kids, Business and Day-to-Day conversation, pronunciation and grammar.
I like to teach English because:
What I like about teaching English is that I help people to express themselves and communicate better with people.
Hobbies:
I like swimming, yoga, reading, spending time with family and friends, spending time in nature..
Stefan
Short
introduction: Hello my name
is Stefan and I’m from
New York, USA. Teaching English
has been a passion for me for
many years. I look forward to
talking to you soon!
Name:
Stefan
Nationality:
USA
Teaching experience:
8 years
I enjoy teaching:
Adults, children, Business Schools, in daily conversation, grammar.
I like to teachEnglish because:
I love helping
others improve their English
skills. I enjoy knowing
that my students can then
better communicate in
English in any situation,
and feel more comfortable
when going abroad!
Hobbies:
Tennis, computers, chess.
Jessica
Short
introduction: Hello my name is
Jessica and I’m an American.
I feel blessed that I love what
I do and that every day I can
honestly say it’s a pleasure
for me to log on to my computer
and help my students improve their
English skills. I look forward
to meeting you soon!
Name:
Jessica
Nationality:
USA
Teaching experience:
6 years
I enjoy teaching:
Adults,
kids, Business English,
Day-to-Day English, conversation,
grammar, vocabulary.
I like to teachEnglish because:
What I love
about teaching English
is that every day I feel
I get to make a difference
in other people’s
lives, and impact the
way they can communicate
in English.
