Derek C

About me

I'm a native US English speaker and private tutor from New Jersey who is passionate about language as a form of artistic expression. When not teaching, I can usually be found writing a novel or reading someone else's. I live a rural/country lifestyle in "the boondocks" (that is US slang for 'in the forest') and love to be connected with nature through gardening, hiking, and conservation of the environment. I consider myself a polymath (someone who loves to learn about different things) and I often read 1 to 3 newspapers daily. ➤ MY EXPERIENCE: I'm a seasoned, full-time Preply certified language tutor who provides a friendly space where students can practice and develop their English without fear of making mistakes. While catering to all students from beginner to advanced, I specialize in fine-tuning the English of students who already have a basic comprehension of the language, giving them the tools they need to speak competently and confidently, both in and out of the workplace. As a professional writer, I can offer unique insights regarding sentence structure, cohesion, and the nuances of different words which will allow your speaking and writing to flourish. I use professional grade equipment to ensure optimal audio quality and crystal clear communication. Learning English is an investment in your future, and I'm here to help you maximize your return on that investment. ➤ THE LESSONS: My dynamic lessons are custom-made and focus on enriching the vocabulary and grammar of my students while providing guidance regarding important linguistic skills such as pronunciation, cadence, and how to perfect a neutral accent that could fool a native speaker. I enjoy incorporating relevant news and current events into the lessons, as it allows my students to both learn English and more about the world around them at the same time. We'll discuss a broad range of topics such as business & finance, science, psychology and more. Optional written homework assignments are included as a way to maximize the value of the lessons and stimulate learning when outside of class. Consider me your all-in-one language coach! ➤ MORE ABOUT ME: I speak Spanish fluently which allows me to connect well with students from Spain and Latin American countries and offer comprehensive insights on the relationship between English and Spanish. I lived in Bogotá, Colombia for 7 years and learning to speak a foreign language while living in a foreign country has proved an invaluable experience for me as a teacher. I truly understand the difficulties people face when trying to communicate in a language that isn't their native tongue and the methods I used to teach myself Spanish are the same ones that I use when teaching my own language to others. Would you like to see if I'm the right teacher for you? Let me prove it. Book a no-risk, refundable trial lesson and get started today! There is no better time than now. In the trial lesson, we'll take time to introduce ourselves to each other, talk about your language goals, and do an interesting mini-lesson to demonstrate how a typical class is structured.

I speak

• fiber_manual_recordEnglish(Native)
• fiber_manual_recordSpanish; Castilian(B1)