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Tana Arnoldsen
5.0
United States•
2:08 AM (GMT+01:00)
English
80
1,589
English
80
1,589
Speaks
Italian
C2
,French
C2
,Spanish
C1
,German
B1
About Me
I have 2 language teaching master's degrees, in English teaching and in Foreign Language Acquisition. Using these, I gradually release language learning to you.
My lessons are targeted to your level and goals, are fun, simple, and no stress. To build your mastery and confidence in a relaxed and natural way, I provide constant encouragement and feedback on collocations, grammar, and pronunciation as we discuss current events or topics that interest you, .
My students say, for example: "Tana is the by far best teacher I found on Verbling. I've found so many good teachers here, but Tana beats them all. Super competent, super engaged, with a very strong culture about language and a true passion for teaching. A+++"
Most students are recommendations from current students,
and I have taught several of the same students for over 4 years on Verbling. They have progressed and reach higher speaking and professional goals continually. The takeway from this is that to improve, consistent practice is vital.
I speak advanced Spanish, French, Italian. Intermed German. Have taught in Europe, South America, Asia, Middle East, US.
Help w/tests, CVs, interviews, speeches, business terms, etc.
LESSON DURATION:
Academic hour, so lessons are 50 minutes long.
WHAT LESSONS DO FOR YOU:
It takes 100 to 200 hours of instruction to move up an English level, thus from A1 to A2 (90-100 hours), and at least 1,000 hours from A1 to C2.
Read MoreMy lessons are targeted to your level and goals, are fun, simple, and no stress. To build your mastery and confidence in a relaxed and natural way, I provide constant encouragement and feedback on collocations, grammar, and pronunciation as we discuss current events or topics that interest you, .
My students say, for example: "Tana is the by far best teacher I found on Verbling. I've found so many good teachers here, but Tana beats them all. Super competent, super engaged, with a very strong culture about language and a true passion for teaching. A+++"
Most students are recommendations from current students,
and I have taught several of the same students for over 4 years on Verbling. They have progressed and reach higher speaking and professional goals continually. The takeway from this is that to improve, consistent practice is vital.
I speak advanced Spanish, French, Italian. Intermed German. Have taught in Europe, South America, Asia, Middle East, US.
Help w/tests, CVs, interviews, speeches, business terms, etc.
LESSON DURATION:
Academic hour, so lessons are 50 minutes long.
WHAT LESSONS DO FOR YOU:
It takes 100 to 200 hours of instruction to move up an English level, thus from A1 to A2 (90-100 hours), and at least 1,000 hours from A1 to C2.
My trial lessons
During the trial lesson, I learn a bit about your background and motivation for improving your English. I also introduce you to my main materials, tools, and teaching style.
Read MoreTrial Lesson
One time, 30 minutesPrivate Lessons
60 minutesTeacher Stats
Within a day 
6 years ago 
100.00%1,589 
28.9 lesson average
5.0 Schedule
Teaching Expertise
Beginner
Upper Beginner
Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced
Upper Advanced
American English
Résumé
Education
2017 - 2019
M.A. Teaching English
Western Governors University - Salt Lake City, UT
US licensed to teach English
1996 - 2001
M.A. French
Brigham Young University - Provo, UT
Full scholarship. Advanced-High French Level, Language Teaching Pedagogy
1994 - 1996
ESL Instructor
Humanitarian Volunteer - Asuncion, Paraguay
Volunteer ESL Instructor
1991 - 1994
B.A. French and Political Science with University Honors
Brigham Young University - Provo, UT
Completed double B.A. on scholarship
Work Experience
2019 - 2020
ESL School/State Liasison
Sanpete County School District - Sanpete County, Utah
Teach/Test ESL, AdvocateTranslate for ESL students, Translate for parents/adminstrators Spanish/English
2018 - 2019
Demonstration Teacher
Walden School of Liberal Arts - Provo, UT
Taught high school International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme English
2015 - 2018
ESL Instructor
Fort Rucker Army Community Service Center - Fort Rucker, AL
ESL Instructor
2012 - 2015
ESL Instructor
USAG Garmisch, Germany - Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany
Volunteer ESL Instructor
2003 - 2012
University French Instructor
Utah Valley University - Orem, UT
Taught immersive French to College students with comprehensive input pedagogy
1999 - 2001
English as a Second Language Teacher
Oxford Language Institute - Orem, UT, USA
Taught English to international students of all ages and language levels
1996 - 2001
University French Instructor
Brigham Young University - Provo, UT
Taught immersive French to College students with comprehensive input pedagogy
2021 - 0
US High School English Teacher
Lumen Scholar Institute - Orem, Utah
American High School English Teacher
2019 - 0
Verbling English Teacher
Verbling - Worldwide
Verbling English Teacher
Certifications
2020 - 2020
TEFL Qualifi Business English Certification
The TEFL Academy - Dublin, Ireland
Teaching Business English Course
2019 - 2019
TEFL Qualifi Level 5 Certificate
The TEFL Academy - Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 1EX, England
Accredited by QUALIFI; DEAC (Distance Education Accrediting Commision); AQC (Approved Quality Curriculum)