I have studied English since the early age. I have had a good command over English language since childhood as I went to English-Russian bilingual schools since Nursery. And by the time I reached univ... ersity, my English was decent. When the time came to go to university, everyone assumed I’d do an English degree, but I desired a change. So I chose Arts&Literature in Chinese instead. People think that this major can’t have helped me in my English studies. But, surprisingly, on the contrary. Methods people use to learn Chinese characters can be implemented in any language learning. I have taught English in China for 5 years, and currently teaching teenagers and adults in Colombia. I have a 120-hour TEFL certificate and five years of experience as an ESL tutor. I am most experienced teaching students who speak Chinese and Spanish, and I understand how these languages cause unique errors when you learn English. I help my students to develop a greater understanding of English and develop skills through engaging activities centered around reading, listening, writing, and speaking. It is said that learning is a journey, not a destination. In my humble opinion, that is quite certain. When I look back, I see how the English language has opened a door for me to another universe. It’s given me a different way of seeing people and the world; a different way of talking about human emotions, history, food, life, and even the weather. And, I hope, it’s made me a better person. As I write this in English, I can feel how much richer my life has become with a second language. And, ultimately, I would like to share a quote “If there’s a will there’s a way. Nothing will stop us from moving forward if we have a strong determination to achieve it!”. If you truly have a motivation, I could be the one helping you to achieve your goals and become fluent in English. read more

Hi! I’m Alina. I’m from Russia, I have lived and taught in China for 5 years, and currently I’m living in Colombia. I’m dedicated and passionate TESOL- certified Teacher with 5+ years of experience i... n teaching English to diverse students with varied cultural background. Focused on providing an innovative, fun, inspiring classroom and encouraging students to master English while also nurturing their love of the language . I always think outside the box, engage students with humour and creative lessons, which helps me to create joyful learning environment. I perform for my students to keep them going. For me it's never about sitting back and just lecturing, it's about engaging in the work. I continuously evaluate what's working for my student— and even more importantly, what isn't working. Being adaptable and flexible allows me to flow between different theories of learning and modes of teaching. In addition to my teaching career, I speak various languages fluently, which are English, Spanish,Mandarin and Russian. Moreover, I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Arts&Literature and a TESOL certification, which provide me with the theoretical knowledge and practical experience needed to excel in this role.read more