Lisa O.
4.9
United States•
1:44 PM (GMT-08:00)
English
195
1.310
English
195
1.310
Speaks
English
Native
,French
B1
,Mandarin
B1
,Welsh
B1
,Spanish
A2
,Ukrainian
A1
About Me
Hi, I’m Teacher Lisa! With over 20 years teaching people from more than 60 countries, I know how to tailor lessons to meet my students' needs. TESOL-certified since 2010 and holding a degree in Anthropology, I specialize in making English learning fun and interesting for both kids and adults of any level. My passion for teaching and wide interests help me to connect with learners and create engaging lessons that matter. If you’re looking for a friendly, experienced teacher who gives feedback in every lesson to help you improve and grow, I’m here to help!
All ages and all levels are welcome!
Personalized learning plans:
● Assess your current level
● Identify areas for growth
● Discuss your goals
● Plan and schedule lessons achieve them
Specializations:
● Speaking practice
● Fun kids’ lessons
● Pronunciation guidance
● Interviews and presentations
● Grammar fundamentals
● Advanced grammar
● Writing advice & proofreading
● Exam preparation
● Learning with books and games
● Feedback in every lesson
A variety of lessons:
● Conversational English
● Grammar Essentials
● American Pronunciation
● Writing and Proofreading
● English with Literature and Gaming
● Intensive Studies
A typical lesson includes:
● Welcome and warm-up conversation
● High quality lesson materials
● Discussion and grammar topics
● Feedback on your pronunciation, grammar, word choice, etc.
● Time to ask questions
My schedule:
● Available 7 days per week
● Openings suitable for most time zones
● Often available on short notice
● Contact me to learn more
Read MoreAll ages and all levels are welcome!
Personalized learning plans:
● Assess your current level
● Identify areas for growth
● Discuss your goals
● Plan and schedule lessons achieve them
Specializations:
● Speaking practice
● Fun kids’ lessons
● Pronunciation guidance
● Interviews and presentations
● Grammar fundamentals
● Advanced grammar
● Writing advice & proofreading
● Exam preparation
● Learning with books and games
● Feedback in every lesson
A variety of lessons:
● Conversational English
● Grammar Essentials
● American Pronunciation
● Writing and Proofreading
● English with Literature and Gaming
● Intensive Studies
A typical lesson includes:
● Welcome and warm-up conversation
● High quality lesson materials
● Discussion and grammar topics
● Feedback on your pronunciation, grammar, word choice, etc.
● Time to ask questions
My schedule:
● Available 7 days per week
● Openings suitable for most time zones
● Often available on short notice
● Contact me to learn more
My trial lessons
In a trial lesson, we will introduce ourselves and learn more about each other, your interests and goals and my methods to help you, and we will do some sample activities to show what a regular lesson will be like.
You have 30 minutes to:
● Meet the teacher
● Discuss your goals
● Look at sample teaching materials
● Ask questions
Read MoreYou have 30 minutes to:
● Meet the teacher
● Discuss your goals
● Look at sample teaching materials
● Ask questions
Trial Lesson
One time, 30 minutesPrivate Lessons
60 minutesTeacher Stats
Within a few hours 
12 years ago 
99.00%1.310 
11.8 lesson average
4.9 Schedule
Teaching Expertise
Beginner
Upper Beginner
Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced
Upper Advanced
American English
Résumé
Education
1996 - 2003
Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology
California State University, Chico - Chico, California
Coursework in applied linguistics, culture, cross-cultural communication, archaeology and forensic anthropology. Additional focus on English literature, French language, and world history.
Work Experience
2010 - 2011
English Teacher - EF English First
Taught high-energy, interactive lessons to children aged 3 to 16 using a variety of materials in high-tech classrooms.
2009 - 2010
English Teacher
Shanghai Brisbane Education Training Centre - Shanghai, China
Taught a teacher development class to help Chinese teachers, who specialized many subjects, to improve their English skills in a mixed-level classroom; taught an IELTS preparation courses for students at three local high schools. Conducted spoken English placement tests to select students, administered and graded IELTS practice tests (which included listening, reading and writing components). Taught spoken English to twelve classes of high school students at Chuan Sha High School, a key school in Shanghai.
2008 - 2009
English Teacher
Royal International English Training Centre - Xi'an, China
Taught classes on a wide range of topics , facilitated evening discussions in the conversation club, adapted lessons for mixed-level classes in order to meet the needs of students from different age groups and backgrounds, from teenagers to professionals.
2006 - 2008
English Teacher
Xi'an International Studies University - Xi'an, China
Taught reading and spoken English lessons for hundreds of university students in the Journalism and Politics departments.
2013 - 0
Online English Teacher
Quickstar English - Sacramento, California
Providing high-quality one-on-one and small-group online lessons to students of all ages and ability levels.
Certifications
2015 - 2015
i-to-i TEFL
Certificate in Teaching English One-to-One
2015 - 2015
i-to-i TEFL
Teaching English Online Certificate
2015 - 2015
i-to-i TEFL
Advanced Grammar Certificate
2010 - 2010
TESOL Certification
TEFL International - Zhuhai, China
120-Hour TESOL Certification