Education
About
About Me
A Cambridge-University-certified English exam teacher.
I coach individuals through language learning challenges
English language exam specialist
I am a CELTA-qualified English language teacher. I have been teaching adults and young adults for over 12 years and specialise in TOEIC, TOEFL and IELTS exam preparation. I ran the TOEIC and TOEFL course at a major international language school.
I have helped hundreds of hopeful language students give their best performance on English language exams, making it possible for them to enter their dream university or excel in their career.
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Location
I have taught English in Europe, China and Japan and, currently, I am based in Tokyo, Arakawa-ku. I am available for in-person lessons in the local area and also online lessons.
Lessons
How I teach
I teach in a modern style that encourages learner independence and real-world confidence. Learning a language is a big challenge and I coach my students through the process and adapt (and learn with you!) to give you the best possible learning experience.
Lessons are custom-made for each student after assessing the student’s needs. I continually assess students requirements to be able to adapt to their growth and development.
Ascend English uses a structured learning course to track progress overall and students are also expected to be active participants in their own learning outcomes.
Levels
We cater for all levels from Absolute Beginner to Upper Intermediate and Advanced. We can, therefore, improve your general English ability and get you in the best position to join the exam course. Level structure at Ascend English is aligned with the CEFR levels.
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Absolute Beginner
level: A1
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Elementary
level: A2
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Pre-Intermediate
level: B1
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Intermediate
level: B1-B2
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Upper Intermediate
level: B2
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Advanced
level: C1-C2
Work
Services
Ascend English offers simple and flexible pricing structure so that you can focus on what matters most - your progress.
We have no sign up fees, no cancellation fees, and no course material costs.
Availability permitting, you are able to request lessons at times that suit you and fit your school or work schedule.
Our classes last 30 minutes. Join now for quick classes after a day at the office or your university classes.
1-on-1 Teaching
Go past your limits.
Once you get a taste for real improvement of your language skills you’ll want to take on new challenges. Success in small goals, like pronunciation in a 1-on-1 class, can give you the confidence you need to tackle larger challenges, like interviews in English.
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Exam Preparation
Blast through your English exams.
Learn the skills and strategies to ace your English language test. Ascend English has coached hundreds of hopeful students to their desired scores in TOEFL, TOEIC and IELTS exams and enter their dream university.
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Teaching professionals
Along with my professional experience in writing and editing, I have also taught I wide range of professionals to help them improve their English language skills and confidence.
I have taught a wide range of professionals, from judges and civil servants to athletes, rocket scientists and clergymen, and helped them address their learning challenges.
These former students have hailed from nearly all continents, - from Argentina, Colombia, and Brazil - from Spain, Estonia, Turkey and Germany - and from China, Taiwan and Japan (to name just a few!)
Together, we have worked towards their own goals such as advancing in their career or having the confidence to travel the world speaking English.
It has been my honour and privilege to have met and worked with such a wide range of people. This truly is the gift that the English language has given me.
