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English

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Aragonese

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French

Teaches

English

Native

Aragonese

Speaks

French

From United StatesLiving in Chicago, United States (13:20 UTC-05:00)

About Me

italki teacher since Apr 3, 2020

I believe when you’re learning something new, if you're having fun doing it, it makes EVERYTHING so much easier. When tackling a big goal like learning a new language, a positive mindset is key. For me, no matter how big my goal or adventure is, I tell myself, "Sure, I'll give it a try! Why not? Who cares if I'm not good at it yet?" The best way of learning something new is to dive right in and trust you're going to be fine. After all, you never know how much you might surprise yourself. Personally speaking, I love travel, learning about different cultures, sports, theater, cooking and goal-setting. I believe we ALL have an amazing capacity to succeed at big challenges! I have a couple decades of experience teaching in many different settings--college students, corporate executives, lawyers, children, and more. I've worked with multiple different clients from varying cultures. My students describe my personality as easy-going, motivating, engaged, friendly and encouraging. No doubt. I know first hand how difficult it is to learn a new language. As your teacher, I'll make it a high priority to make our language lessons together interesting, interactive and fun! I am a great conversationalist. As a professional life coach, I'm trained to keep conversations moving along with ease and enjoyment. Knowing how to ask really good questions is important. My relaxed teaching style makes me approachable which means my students progress quickly. With language learning, I know how import...

My teaching material

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Quizzes
Homework Assignments

5.0

Rating

Students

284

Lessons

100%

Attendance rate

100%

Response rate

5.0

Rating

Students

284

Lessons

100%

Attendance rate

100%

Response rate

English Lessons

English

Aragonese

Trial Lesson

40 lessons completed

USD 5.00+

Conversation Practice

A2 - C2

Conversation

244 lessons completed

USD 6.50+

Package with 8% off

Executive Life Coaching in English

B1 - C2

Conversation

0 lessons completed

USD 22.50+

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38 Reviews

4c688d

4 English lessons

Teacher’s pick

It was a pleasure to speak to Doug. His way of teaching is so friendly, interesting and interactive. Thank you, Doug!

Apr 18, 2020

ff4c14

7 English lessons

Teacher’s pick

Doug, thank you for a great conversation. I liked very much. For the first time I felt safe and comfortable.

Apr 14, 2020

957191

1 English lesson

Nice talk with Goug. He is a amazing guy.

Jun 10, 2020

db3d66

3 English lessons

Teacher’s pick

I recommend 100%. It was a good conversation, I felt very comfortable. He asks very good questions and in addition to practicing with him, I receive excellent advice.

Apr 17, 2020

310acf

2 English lessons

Great class!!

Jun 11, 2020

a29d3f

2 English lessons

My first class with Doug was amazing. He is very patient and gave me a good tip regarding my pronunciation.

Jun 6, 2020