AULAS DE INGLÊS COM PROFESSOR AMERICANO
em Florianópolis

Custom designed English lessons by an American teacher in Florianopolis

Break Free From Ordinary Concepts

If you are able to follow my writing here, chances are that you have spent several years going through various schools and courses, but still can’t fully understand, let alone fluently speak English.

And every time you listen to a real conversation between native English speakers - you can barely understand anything at all.

There are many reasons why these problems are so common, but most often it is the difference between written and spoken English (in its native form) and/or teachers’ inability to point it out.

I can help you overcome this problem, take it to a whole new level and improve your overall English speaking and understanding.

Customized Lesson Approach

No "miracle methodology" here. No pills to take, no tapes to listen to while asleep, and no expensive books and material to buy.

I custom design lessons to fit not only your learning needs, but more importantly – your interests.

Why?

Simply because, when you like the topic, you are eager to learn about it and discuss it. With personalized lessons based on your interests you learn faster and retain what you learn longer. In example, let’s say you need a lot of work with grammar and like cars (a lot!). Then I would put together a lesson, or a series of lessons, based on exciting automotive topics/news and work in the grammar exercises you need.

My lessons are not rigid and no topic’s a taboo. We might start a class with one topic and finish with another – whatever keeps you engaged in conversation/discussion.

Professional English

Teaching students of various levels for over 12 years now, I have specialized in teaching English to professionals from various industries.

BUSINESS ENGLISH

Being able to speak and understand business English is an absolute prerequisite to any career advancement in the corporate world of today, regardless of your location. I spent over 10 years working in ‘corporate America’ and a great deal of that time teaching specialty software usage in the insurance industry, and actually used ‘Business English’ on everyday basis.

I.T. ENGLISH

The tech industry is global by nature, so whether you are a software developer, a manager or a network engineer, your job actually depends on your ability to communicate in English. I have helped numerous tech professionals to improve their communication, as well as with the preparation for job interviews.

MEDICAL ENGLISH

Nowadays, all medical professionals need to have a good command of English language. Not just so that they can speak clearly and understandably to their international patients and colleagues, but also to stay up to date on the latest research in their area. From neurosurgeons and rheumatologists to general practitioners and dentists, over the years, I have helped many specialists with studying, presentations and lectures, interviews and the equivalency testing for jobs abroad.

SCIENTIFIC ENGLISH

If you are publishing a research, thesis or dissertation, chances are -- it is going to be in English. The same goes for reviews, as well as for the referenced studies in your paper. I have helped a number of graduate students and established researchers with publishing / defending / presenting their work in English, as well as with the preparation for academic job interviews at several U.S. universities.

AVIATION ENGLISH

All aviation professionals in Brazil are well aware of the importance of communicating in English. In 2008, ANAC started mandatory English Proficiency Testing for pilots and air traffic controllers. I can help you reach and maintain (minimum) ICAO level 4 language proficiency requirements and prepare you for the testing. I taught Aviation English and Radiotelephony for three years in São Paulo, Congonhas Airport, and helped numerous aviation professionals. I am a holder of an FAA Commercial Pilot’s License since 1994, instrument rated, with over 500 hours of flight time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you use any particular course material and/or books?

No, but I occasionally reach into them while I’m creating lessons, as I usually gather the content from various sources on the internet and in printed media. However, you don’t need to purchase any books/materials. Normally, I email you the lesson material beforehand, so that you can pre-read and print it.

I already have some books/materials. Can I use them?

Sure, no problem. I can work with you off of your book and help you understand it fully, while adding additional material, as per your need.

How much do you charge?

As far as the pricing goes, it really depends on what you need and want. Therefore, the best way to determine that is to meet in person for consultation/assessment (free, no charge) and discuss it over a cup of coffee.

About Me

I am a certified ESL Teacher from Southern California.

I hold a degree in Computer Science, spent over 10 years working in ‘corporate America’ and a great deal of that time teaching specialty software usage in the insurance industry.

Over the last 12+ years, first in São Paulo and then in Florianópolis, I have taught students of various levels and specialized in teaching English to professionals from various industries. I have designed many lessons detailed to the industry-specific phraseology (e.g. financial, automotive, marketing, etc.) -- to fit the students’ exact needs and interests.

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