Natalia Iashkina

I have a deep understanding of English language, a Master's degree in Philology and Teaching Russian language and literature, and I’m also certifying in an internationally recognized TESOL course from Arizona State University right now.
I have been teaching English as a second language to adult groups and am familiar with the Communicative and some other approaches to teaching and learning. Not only that, but I think my background (working as a Business Analyst and a Project Manager in different foreign companies) makes me an ideal fit for this role and for the mission to make learning challenging and enjoyable for students.
Most of all, I have a strong passion and dedication to helping people learn English with fun, creativity, and positive reinforcement.
I use a multimodal approach with my students, depending on their English-speaking level. A thorough interview process also allows me to hone in on their goals and targeted area of English practice.
I then use a variety of resources including English grammar textbooks, Business English textbooks, video content, and customized presentations to meet the student's needs.
I use a mixed approach of learner-centered activities, communicative language teaching, and content-based instruction.
My immediate goal is to encourage communication with the student to engage them in the lesson and build their confidence in their English-speaking abilities.
Also, I almost always end the class with a brief homework assignment for the student to do their own self-guided practice.