Riza J.

As an English tutor, I helped learners improve their English communication skills through conversation. In this way, they had the chance to express their thoughts using different new words I taught them. They enjoyed it very much, not knowing that they progressing from it with confidence.

This could encompass how to speak with clients, engage with meetings, marketing vocabulary, phone etiquette, and building relationships with colleagues.

I used to make activities fun and light at first with young learners and they loved it! With adults, I used to ask basic questions and know their goals. In this way, I build a rapport with my students too.

I learned the American English accent from studying for many years, as well as from having a conversation with an American friend when I was abroad.

I learned my British accent from a daily conversation with my employer when I was abroad.

I worked abroad for 14 years, and I did a lot of travel. English for traveling is very beneficial. It gives you peace of mind and makes communication easier. For example at the airport, or when booking, interacting with other travelers, meeting new people, and ordering food in restaurants.

One of the enjoyable for children in learning the English language that I experienced was singing songs. This really helped them a lot in improving their listening skills and pronunciation. As well as their vocabulary and sentence structure.

For English homework, I used to let them read a short story, share a passion, write a letter, share their culture, catch a movie, analyze a song, and something else that helps them depending on their level.

I always make learning English fun and interesting for learners. I used to make the lesson interactive by using props and telling stories. I used to give a reward and play games.

I worked abroad and had 7 years of experience being around Australian people and having a conversation daily. In this way, I practiced a lot and that's where I got my Australian accent. I learned about their culture too.