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Donna Wright

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map_pinUnited States
6:03 AM (GMT+01:00)
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English
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1,056
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English
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1,056

Speaks

English
Native
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Spanish

About Me

Hi, my name is Donna and my passion is teaching! I am a native English speaker from the United States. I have lived in Canada for several years and just recently moved to Spain in September of 2023. If you need help with your Business English or learning English for travel/personal use, I can definitely help you. I am very patient and enjoy tailoring my lessons to make them relevant and interesting. Through lessons, homework, and practice we can work together to achieve your English proficiency goals.
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My trial lessons

During your trial lesson it is a good time for us to discuss your current English level, your goals, and work together to create a learning plan. I can pull up sample materials, have a mini lesson, etc. My goal is for us to get to know each other and make sure we are a good team before you commit to purchasing lessons. I like to customize the lessons to be what you need to advance in your English skills. I hope to meet you soon!
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Teacher Stats

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timetable7 years ago
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class1,056
class_blackboard18.9 lesson average
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Schedule

February 25, 2025 - March 4, 2025

All times listed are in your local timezone
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GMT+0000
Tue
02/25/2025
Wed
02/26/2025
Thu
02/27/2025
Fri
02/28/2025
Sat
03/01/2025
Sun
03/02/2025
Mon
03/03/2025
7:00 AM
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
10:00 AM
11:00 AM
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
3:00 PM
4:00 PM
5:00 PM
6:00 PM

Teaching Expertise

Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced
Upper Advanced
American English
Canadian English

Résumé

schoolEducation

2018
Professional ESL Instructor
Verbling.com - West Kelowna, BC Canada
I provide personalized one-on-one lessons to my students to help them learn and improve their English skills.
2018
Professional ESL Instructor
iTalki.com - West Kelowna, BC Canada
I provide personalized one-on-one English classes using a variety of materials to help my students reach their English proficiency goals whether it be for personal, travel, or business reasons.
1979 - 1983
B.A. Business
Mid America Nazarene College (now University) - Olathe, KS USA

briefcaseWork Experience

1983 - 2017
Various positions
Various companies - San Jose, CA USA and Kelowna, BC Canada
Worked at a variety of companies where I taught employees and customers how to use various MicroSoft Office applications, accounting and medical software packages.
2013 - 2017
Instructor
Homeschooling - Kelowna, BC Canada
Planned courses and prepared quarterly student portfolios and documented examples of compliance with BC Ministry of Education's learning outcomes.
2017 - 0
ESL Tutor
Kelowna, BC Canada
Create and deliver private lessons that are tailored to my student's interests and English proficiency goals.

diploma_2Certifications

2017 - 2018
TEFL Certification
University of Toronto - Toronto, ON Canada
Major: 120 hour course for Teaching English as a Second Language (TEFL) Specializations: Teaching Test Preparation Courses and Teaching Business English

Ratings

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293
Fun
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236
Motivation Guru
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154
Excellent Materials
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309
Great Conversation
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3
Exam Coach
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33
Business Expert
blog
9
Writing Coach
for_beginner
100
Great for Beginners
for_beginner
133
Great for Intermediate
for_experienced
50
Great for Advanced
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14
Accent Reduction
electronics
103
Tech Savvy
trainers
212
Goes the Extra Mile
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40
Grammar Expert
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2
Great for medical professionals
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106
Cultural Insights

5.0 Average

539 ratings, 95 students
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February 16, 2025 • Lessons: 167
I have had the privilege of learning for over 10,000 minutes with Donna and I want to express my deepest gratitude and admiration for the remarkable impact she has had on my language learning journey.

Throughout our lessons, I have thoroughly enjoyed engaging in diverse and enriching conversations. Her deep understanding of American, Canadian, European, and Japan cultures provided invaluable insights into the nuances of English usage in different regions, which has been essential in expanding my global perspective.

Moreover, their extensive knowledge of technology and the IT industry proved to be a tremendous asset. The lessons were not only about improving my language skills but also about discussing relevant topics that directly benefited my career as a professional in the tech field. Whether discussing the latest tech trends or tackling complex industry jargon, her expertise and ability to explain difficult concepts made each lesson not only educational but also enjoyable.

Donna’s approach was always patient, engaging, and customized to my needs, making every lesson feel both comfortable and motivating. I feel incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to learn from such a knowledgeable, engaging, and dedicated individual.

I highly recommend Donna to anyone looking to improve their English, especially for those in professional fields such as IT, where a nuanced understanding of both language and culture is vital.
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February 16, 2025 • Lessons: 167
I have had the privilege of learning for over 10,000 minutes with Donna and I want to express my deepest gratitude and admiration for the remarkable impact she has had on my language learning journey.

Throughout our lessons, I have thoroughly enjoyed engaging in diverse and enriching conversations. Her deep understanding of American, Canadian, European, and Japan cultures provided invaluable insights into the nuances of English usage in different regions, which has been essential in expanding my global perspective.

Moreover, their extensive knowledge of technology and the IT industry proved to be a tremendous asset. The lessons were not only about improving my language skills but also about discussing relevant topics that directly benefited my career as a professional in the tech field. Whether discussing the latest tech trends or tackling complex industry jargon, her expertise and ability to explain difficult concepts made each lesson not only educational but also enjoyable.

Donna’s approach was always patient, engaging, and customized to my needs, making every lesson feel both comfortable and motivating. I feel incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to learn from such a knowledgeable, engaging, and dedicated individual.

I highly recommend Donna to anyone looking to improve their English, especially for those in professional fields such as IT, where a nuanced understanding of both language and culture is vital.
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December 14, 2020 • Lessons: 5
Donna is a very good teacher. She is very nice and funny. The lesson with her are very interactive.
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