Carolina Martinez
5.0
United States•
1:47 PM (GMT-05:00)
English
38
435
English
38
435
Speaks
English
Native
,Spanish
C2
,French
B2
,Portuguese
A2
,German
A1
About Me
Hello everyone! I am a CELTA certified ESL teacher. I've taught for more than 8 years at university level both in Colombia as well as the U.S. I believe that having a patient and welcoming disposition is a key component in students' learning. I'm friendly, cheerful, and like to laugh a lot and have fun with my students. I strive to provide a communicative approach in my classes, so that means lots of conversation! We will obviously focus on the other language skills like reading, writing and listening when needed. I will explain the meaning of words, improve your pronunciation, and make sure you understand the grammar involved. In my class we can discuss any topic of your choice. I like to make my students feel comfortable and confident, while at the same time challenging them to learn new things. I hope to see you soon!
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60 minutesTeacher Stats
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6 years ago 
100.00%435 
24.4 lesson average
5.0 Schedule
Teaching Expertise
Beginner
Upper Beginner
Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced
American English
Résumé
Education
2008 - 2010
Work Experience
2018
English ESL Teacher
VIPKID - Online
I currently teach Chinese children ages 4 to 13 on an online platform.
2016 - 2016
Adjunct Instructor in the Adult ESOL Program
Seminole State College - Altamonte Springs, Florida
Taught and planned classes for a diverse population of immigrants in a state program. Classes ranged from 18 to 36 students.
2016 - 2016
Online Scorer/Rater for Performance Task Constructed Response
Educational Testing Service - Orlando, Florida
Assessed written constructed responses for ETS exams.
2015 - 2015
Certified Cambridge Speaking Examiner
International House Bogota - Medellin, Colombia
Assessed oral component of Cambridge achievement exams: Key English Test (KET), Preliminary English Test (PET), and First Certificate in English (FCE)
2013 - 2015
ESL Instructor in the Adult English Program
EAFIT University - Medellin, Colombia
Composed oral prompts to evaluate various specific program outcomes in students. Developed demanding competency-oriented integrated assessment tasks. Collaborated with other faculty to design and edit exam material for the curriculum. Conducted initial oral placement interview for prospective students. Planned dynamic classes using various interaction patterns to assure student retention and satisfaction.
2011 - 2013
ESL Instructor in the Adult English Program
Centro Colombo Americano de Medellin - Medellin, Colombia
Taught English as a second language by implementing a communicative approach. Promoted student-centered learning by engaging students to learn from each other. Managed classes ranging from an individual to 18 students and provided continuous feedback.
