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"MERIEM IS A VERY GOOD TUTOR AND SHE WORKS VERY HARD TO PREPARE HER LESSONS FOR ME."
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Meriem P.
Review by Linda
"Pleasant, enjoyable, no threat environment! Look forward to the next one!"
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Galina C.
Review by Laudan
"Meriem is a great language instructor with a positive attitude. She always push me to believe I can do it!"
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Meriem P.
Review by saadia
"PROF MERIEM SABER est doté d une grande compétence au niveau de la communication et l enseignement de la langue française; elle possède non seulement le
savoir de cette langue mais aussi le savoir faire ;et le savoir être ;elle permet d apprendre le français d une façon souple et a aimable;"
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Birmingham, AL teacher:
Meriem P.
Review by Catherine
"Galina was awesome!! In half an hour she was able to teach both of my kids more than I was able to teach them in 8 years. Even though I speak Russian flue
ntly. One of the things!!!"
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Birmingham, AL teacher:
Galina C.
Review by rachid
"Meriem Saber has been a wonderful French Teacher ,always kind and professional . The resources and the help she provides makes learning french fun and a
joy. I would recommend her to anyone wanting to learn french, she makes it fun and is always there to offer help when needed and never gives correction in a judgmental or harsh way but always gives correction in a clear helpful manner that makes a student want to keep going and try harder"
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Birmingham, AL teacher:
Meriem P.
Review by Sameera
"Meriem is an excellent French teacher I m so lucky to find her for my 7 year daughter
Her art of teaching language and her curiosity of learning differen
Her art of teaching language and her curiosity of learning differen
t languages is amazing"
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Birmingham, AL teacher:
Meriem P.
Review by Janet Carter
"I've had only one lesson, yet I am inspired. This is a real teacher of the Russian language. This is more than a person who just speaks the language. Alre
ady her technique as a trained teacher can be felt."
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Birmingham, AL teacher:
Galina C.
Review by Eric
"Meriem est née avec la culture des langues. Elle joue avec les mots, avec la grammaire et sait transmettre cet enthousiasme de la découverte à l'autre. El
le s'étonne et étonne l'autre et lui donne l'envie de savoir.
Que ce soit avec des enfants, des ados ou des adultes, Meriem sait donner le plaisir d'apprendre parce qu'apprendre est pour elle une permanente découverte. Elle sait partager son envie de savoir et comprendre l'autre par la langue."
Que ce soit avec des enfants, des ados ou des adultes, Meriem sait donner le plaisir d'apprendre parce qu'apprendre est pour elle une permanente découverte. Elle sait partager son envie de savoir et comprendre l'autre par la langue."
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Birmingham, AL teacher:
Meriem P.
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About Laurel
As a teacher I recognize that all students have a predominant learning style, so I always work with each person as an individual, tailoring our lessons to discover and promote their innate abilities and interests. I am friendly and patient and work well with children of all ages as well as adults.
My background in English language training is extensive. I have a B.A. in English Literature, Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certification, along with ten years teaching experience in Europe and the Middle East. I also hold a M.Sc. in Biological Science.
My area of special expertise is writing, I can help anyone master the skill of expressing themselves effectively. I love grammar and can make it fun and easy to learn. I have developed curriculum and adapted existing teaching materials to fit students special needs.
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My background in English language training is extensive. I have a B.A. in English Literature, Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certification, along with ten years teaching experience in Europe and the Middle East. I also hold a M.Sc. in Biological Science.
My area of special expertise is writing, I can help anyone master the skill of expressing themselves effectively. I love grammar and can make it fun and easy to learn. I have developed curriculum and adapted existing teaching materials to fit students special needs.
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ese are areas of language training in which I excel:
• Grammar
• Reading Literacy (for both native speakers and ESL learners)
• Business and Vocational English
• Creative and Expository Writing
• English Conversation
• Exam Preparation
• Editing and Proofreading
• Grammar
• Reading Literacy (for both native speakers and ESL learners)
• Business and Vocational English
• Creative and Expository Writing
• English Conversation
• Exam Preparation
• Editing and Proofreading
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· ESL · Online
Laurel is a wonderful teacher, very knowledgeable; I was always looking forward to her classes.
· English · Online
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Laurel T.
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$45
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About Roman N.
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About Roman
*****Before you sign up*****
There are three simple things you need to know about my tutoring program.
1. No matter what your reasons for learning a foreign language are, ultimately it's a part of your SELF DEVELOPMENT. Treat it as such.
2. I don't believe in "good or bad with languages" stereotype. I have taught for many years and learnt that everyone is "language talented" when they actually want to speak a new language. And if you are one of them I guarantee that my method will work for you.
3. My program might appear quite different from the ones you have tried or seen before and goes beyond simple grammar and vocabulary presentation. Also prepare to be challenged at every step of the way and the further you will get the more fun and exciting it will be.
*****My Students*****
For over 6 years of professional experie
There are three simple things you need to know about my tutoring program.
1. No matter what your reasons for learning a foreign language are, ultimately it's a part of your SELF DEVELOPMENT. Treat it as such.
2. I don't believe in "good or bad with languages" stereotype. I have taught for many years and learnt that everyone is "language talented" when they actually want to speak a new language. And if you are one of them I guarantee that my method will work for you.
3. My program might appear quite different from the ones you have tried or seen before and goes beyond simple grammar and vocabulary presentation. Also prepare to be challenged at every step of the way and the further you will get the more fun and exciting it will be.
*****My Students*****
For over 6 years of professional experie
nce as Russian/French/ESL teacher, I have worked with all types of students with different learning styles and various goals: taught within U.S. public education institutions, provided private classes for children and adults, developed and implemented individualized syllabus for diplomats, high rank executives at multinational companies, employees of U.S. Embassy and Department of State.
Thanks to all my students, current and former, I am now confident that every individual, willing to learn one of the languages I teach, without a doubt, has everything it takes to succeed when the right approach is applied during the learning process and that is when your classes are comprehensible, interesting and engaging.
*****Program features*****
It is one on one program, thouroughtly personalized and organized according to your interests (general and professional), schedule, final goals, learning style and many other important elements to be taken into account.
Each session is 50 minutes.
Every session is prepared to reach a particular goal and structured in the way to have a maximum profit from "teacher - student" part of learning. Supporting materials are sent after each session: grammar notes, retention exercises, homework assignments, audio and video files as phonetic exercises and listening practice. The content of these materials is permanently tested and modified in order to achieve the best way to engage each individual student's language acquisition mechanisms.
Teacher's support 24/7.
Extra curricula content: idiomatic language components, cultural studies (traditions, history, literature, cinema and language related etymology), recommendations for independent language practice.
The way I see it, with each new student - there is a new process in my head that starts and constantly creates and improves techniques, ideas, method components, teaching style e.t.c for getting this particular student to do the best he or she can.
*****Recommendations*****
More recommendations can be provided upon request.
Thanks to all my students, current and former, I am now confident that every individual, willing to learn one of the languages I teach, without a doubt, has everything it takes to succeed when the right approach is applied during the learning process and that is when your classes are comprehensible, interesting and engaging.
*****Program features*****
It is one on one program, thouroughtly personalized and organized according to your interests (general and professional), schedule, final goals, learning style and many other important elements to be taken into account.
Each session is 50 minutes.
Every session is prepared to reach a particular goal and structured in the way to have a maximum profit from "teacher - student" part of learning. Supporting materials are sent after each session: grammar notes, retention exercises, homework assignments, audio and video files as phonetic exercises and listening practice. The content of these materials is permanently tested and modified in order to achieve the best way to engage each individual student's language acquisition mechanisms.
Teacher's support 24/7.
Extra curricula content: idiomatic language components, cultural studies (traditions, history, literature, cinema and language related etymology), recommendations for independent language practice.
The way I see it, with each new student - there is a new process in my head that starts and constantly creates and improves techniques, ideas, method components, teaching style e.t.c for getting this particular student to do the best he or she can.
*****Recommendations*****
More recommendations can be provided upon request.
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· French · Online
· Russian · Online
· ESL · Online
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Roman N.
Online
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$35
/ 50-min
About Meriem P.
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About Meriem Saber
My name is MERIEM I am An Arabic and French tutor , I taught French in my country several years with public and private schools .
I had master degree in French studies. I am happy to work with any age of student from elementary school to adult. and am excited to share my knowledge with others. It is my belief that learning a language is one of the most challenging and fulfilling things a person can do.
I have experience tutoring my own peers at the university, as well as with tutoring young children and adults. This experience has given me the skill set required to assess a student's needs and utilize the resources necessary to satisfy them. Some of my strategies include conversation coaching, vocabulary practice, and grammar and concept explanations. It is my understanding that every student is an individual with their own uni
I had master degree in French studies. I am happy to work with any age of student from elementary school to adult. and am excited to share my knowledge with others. It is my belief that learning a language is one of the most challenging and fulfilling things a person can do.
I have experience tutoring my own peers at the university, as well as with tutoring young children and adults. This experience has given me the skill set required to assess a student's needs and utilize the resources necessary to satisfy them. Some of my strategies include conversation coaching, vocabulary practice, and grammar and concept explanations. It is my understanding that every student is an individual with their own uni
que learning style, and it is my goal to engage each student on an individual basis that speaks to his or her style.
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Que ce soit avec des enfants, des ados ou des adultes, Meriem sait donner le plaisir d'apprendre parce qu'apprendre est pour elle une permanente découverte. Elle sait partager son envie de savoir et comprendre l'autre par la langue.
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Meriem P.
Birmingham, AL 35216
starting at
$30
/ 30-min
About Prajakta R.
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About Prajakta
Namaste and Hello
To one and all.
Hindi tutor,teacher and instructor having the experience in tutoring this beautiful language in the U.S. to students of different ages from 5 and up and varied educational and professional backgrounds since 2013 till date.
Learn conversational Hindi,Hindi sentences and words.Learn to speak the basic Hindi sentences and phrases which will help you in your communication and understanding the language. Learn the sentences which would be useful and practical in your routine life.So learn the conversational or traditional Hindi at your pace and according to your needs. Choose between them and enjoy the tailor made Hindi lessons and the lessons that you love and fit you.
Get introduced to the alphabets through attractive pictures. Various activities to improve verbal,spoken language and increase in
To one and all.
Hindi tutor,teacher and instructor having the experience in tutoring this beautiful language in the U.S. to students of different ages from 5 and up and varied educational and professional backgrounds since 2013 till date.
Learn conversational Hindi,Hindi sentences and words.Learn to speak the basic Hindi sentences and phrases which will help you in your communication and understanding the language. Learn the sentences which would be useful and practical in your routine life.So learn the conversational or traditional Hindi at your pace and according to your needs. Choose between them and enjoy the tailor made Hindi lessons and the lessons that you love and fit you.
Get introduced to the alphabets through attractive pictures. Various activities to improve verbal,spoken language and increase in
vocabulary.To improve the word power make use of the picture plates in the activities. The picture plate will enhance the student’s imagination and development.The activity will also show the correct way of holding the pencil while trying to join the alphabets in a sequential manner.Thus all in all learn the language through play and a constant practice of all the senses making language acquisition useful and effective.
Come explore and dive into Hindi and English languages and learn interpersonal communication, presentational speaking, presentational writing, interpretive listening and interpretive reading.
Hindi bhasha ki duniya mein aap sabka swagat hain.
Teacher/ Tutor focused on implementing highly effective instructional practices to improve student learning & academic success.Highly motivated & skilled educator who stays up to date on new learning technologies and trends in education that benefit students.
I am from India and my entire education, Kindergarten to Post graduation has been in English so I am very comfortable teaching the language.
Will also introduce the Culture, Customs and Traditions of India for those interested in them.
Those who like and are interested can also learn paragraph writing, synonyms, antonyms, phrases and idioms and many more exciting things to enrich themselves in this beautiful language.
Learn English from scratch ( Basics)
The alphabets,days & months, numbers and much more.
Introduction to conversational English.
Daily and commonly used words in English.
English grammar
Learn ,educate yourself in a simple, fun loving & easy way and as per your requirements. I have a passion for teaching and enjoy doing that.
I have the experience of teaching and tutoring for quite sometime and is currently teaching English to ladies. I was running my own academy.
The subjects I taught / tutored were foreign language Hindi and elementary math, I used to love giving them lot of activities, practice tests writing practice for Hindi try and make every class different from the other.As for Math the principle was make the concepts clear practice for perfection and tests for expertise.
Thus in all my goal was to enhance and expand their educational knowledge by innovative teaching skills and help them achieve their goal.
I have done my Master's and also have completed one year Diploma in pre-primary teacher's training and have also taught in that institute.
looking forward to meet and teach you.
Regards
Prajakta R.
Come explore and dive into Hindi and English languages and learn interpersonal communication, presentational speaking, presentational writing, interpretive listening and interpretive reading.
Hindi bhasha ki duniya mein aap sabka swagat hain.
Teacher/ Tutor focused on implementing highly effective instructional practices to improve student learning & academic success.Highly motivated & skilled educator who stays up to date on new learning technologies and trends in education that benefit students.
I am from India and my entire education, Kindergarten to Post graduation has been in English so I am very comfortable teaching the language.
Will also introduce the Culture, Customs and Traditions of India for those interested in them.
Those who like and are interested can also learn paragraph writing, synonyms, antonyms, phrases and idioms and many more exciting things to enrich themselves in this beautiful language.
Learn English from scratch ( Basics)
The alphabets,days & months, numbers and much more.
Introduction to conversational English.
Daily and commonly used words in English.
English grammar
Learn ,educate yourself in a simple, fun loving & easy way and as per your requirements. I have a passion for teaching and enjoy doing that.
I have the experience of teaching and tutoring for quite sometime and is currently teaching English to ladies. I was running my own academy.
The subjects I taught / tutored were foreign language Hindi and elementary math, I used to love giving them lot of activities, practice tests writing practice for Hindi try and make every class different from the other.As for Math the principle was make the concepts clear practice for perfection and tests for expertise.
Thus in all my goal was to enhance and expand their educational knowledge by innovative teaching skills and help them achieve their goal.
I have done my Master's and also have completed one year Diploma in pre-primary teacher's training and have also taught in that institute.
looking forward to meet and teach you.
Regards
Prajakta R.
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· Hindi · Online
· Hindi · Online
· Hindi · Online
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Prajakta R.
Online
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$15
/ 30-min
About Galina C.
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About Galina
My name is Galina. I am a native speaker of Russian language and a professional teacher. I have 20 years experience of teaching in Russian Schools. First 10 years of my experience was teaching in Elementary School, and next 10 years I was an English and Russian teacher. I hold a bachelor's degree in linguistics and childhood education. I was teaching English as a foreign language to Russian students and have excellent tutoring experience in teaching Russian to English speaking people. I can teach all levels of the Russian language and I am really excited to teach students of any age. I have been a teacher all my life and I simply love teaching, because during the process I can see how my students move forward. Tutoring gives me the opportunity to continue doing what I always loved to do. I am a dedicated tutor-strict, but kind. I teach a
dults and children one-to-one, in groups or online.
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· Russian · Online
· Russian · Online
· Russian · Online
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Galina C.
Birmingham, AL 35209
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$15
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About Mike M.
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CELTA certified, enthusiastic, compassionate, and knowledgeable teacher. We'll use current, relevant, real-life reading and listening material to teach you practical English. We can tailor our lessons to your needs and interests, whether you want to focus on speaking practice, grammar, vocabulary, or pronunciation.
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Mike M.
Online
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$15
/ 30-min
About Rosario C.
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Hi There! My name is Rosario C. and I am a native Spanish Speaker residing in Manassas VA. I am originally from Lima -Peru where I obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education with an endorsement in Math and Spanish Language. I have taught Secondary Math (Pre- algebra and Algebra) for six years in Lima- Peru.
Once stablished in the United States, I decided to homeschool my children during their Middle school years. I had worked for a Manassas area Homeschool Organization offering small group tutoring sessions for extra support in Math.
I've provided Spanish private lessons for homeschooled students as well. I've worked with all ages and skill levels. I make my teaching very enjoyable; my patient, creativity and organizational skills are my signature.
Currently I also worked for Prince William County Schools as a Subs
Once stablished in the United States, I decided to homeschool my children during their Middle school years. I had worked for a Manassas area Homeschool Organization offering small group tutoring sessions for extra support in Math.
I've provided Spanish private lessons for homeschooled students as well. I've worked with all ages and skill levels. I make my teaching very enjoyable; my patient, creativity and organizational skills are my signature.
Currently I also worked for Prince William County Schools as a Subs
titute Teacher, which makes my credentials safe to work with your kids.
I enjoy dancing and all kind of sports. I have an extensive background in Martial Arts (Shotokan Karate) with 16 years of experience in training and teaching. I am strong believer in discipline and hard work, but I also believe in ways to make it fun...
So contact me...
I enjoy dancing and all kind of sports. I have an extensive background in Martial Arts (Shotokan Karate) with 16 years of experience in training and teaching. I am strong believer in discipline and hard work, but I also believe in ways to make it fun...
So contact me...
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Rosario C.
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About Ray H.
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About Ray
Greetings!
I'm offering private guitar lessons for people from beginners to intermediate level players of all ages, kids are welcome! This includes electric guitar, acoustic guitar, and bass guitar. Please be sure to have your own instrument!
About me, I have 11 years experience playing guitar/gigs with bands, went to Chico State for Recording Art, and currently performing around cities in Butte County with several bands. I teach and play genres such as Folk, Country, Blues, Hard-Rock, Funk, Punk/Pop-Punk, Alternative-Rock, Metal, Metalcore, Djent and more. And I always receive positive feedback from my students :)
Each course provides contents particularly chosen for individual students with exercise and homework.
In my course, things I propose to teach including but not limited to:
Guitar Techniques
Finger Placemen
I'm offering private guitar lessons for people from beginners to intermediate level players of all ages, kids are welcome! This includes electric guitar, acoustic guitar, and bass guitar. Please be sure to have your own instrument!
About me, I have 11 years experience playing guitar/gigs with bands, went to Chico State for Recording Art, and currently performing around cities in Butte County with several bands. I teach and play genres such as Folk, Country, Blues, Hard-Rock, Funk, Punk/Pop-Punk, Alternative-Rock, Metal, Metalcore, Djent and more. And I always receive positive feedback from my students :)
Each course provides contents particularly chosen for individual students with exercise and homework.
In my course, things I propose to teach including but not limited to:
Guitar Techniques
Finger Placemen
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Chords
Ear Training (Ex: How to Learn songs by your ear)
Music Theory
Tabs and Notes (Ex: How to read music)
Improvisation
Songwriting
Performing/Gigging Tips
Gears/Equipment
Recording
Band Coordination
I also provide courses for people who are:
Wondering how a particular part of a song is played (Hand positioning, picking, etc.)
Unfamiliar with certain techniques (Hammer-ons, tapping, sweeping, etc.)
Wanting to have a section tabbed out and broken down for them.
Wanting to learn about different tunings.
Wanting to learn certain genre of music
I'm willing to travel to your house for a small fee, or else I expect to teach in my home studio locates on 3rd Ave, which is very close to downtown area.
Online courses via Skype or Facebook are available as well, I accept payment via Paypal :)
(Class materials will be sent to you as PDF files.)
*I also speak Chinese/Mandarin fluently, students who only speak Chinese are welcome as well!*
Chords
Ear Training (Ex: How to Learn songs by your ear)
Music Theory
Tabs and Notes (Ex: How to read music)
Improvisation
Songwriting
Performing/Gigging Tips
Gears/Equipment
Recording
Band Coordination
I also provide courses for people who are:
Wondering how a particular part of a song is played (Hand positioning, picking, etc.)
Unfamiliar with certain techniques (Hammer-ons, tapping, sweeping, etc.)
Wanting to have a section tabbed out and broken down for them.
Wanting to learn about different tunings.
Wanting to learn certain genre of music
I'm willing to travel to your house for a small fee, or else I expect to teach in my home studio locates on 3rd Ave, which is very close to downtown area.
Online courses via Skype or Facebook are available as well, I accept payment via Paypal :)
(Class materials will be sent to you as PDF files.)
*I also speak Chinese/Mandarin fluently, students who only speak Chinese are welcome as well!*
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Ray H.
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$35
/ 45-min
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About Christelle
I love creating: writing, knitting, seeing new things come to life and thrive. I have extensive experience teaching women's health classes and counseling in natural women's health, because motherhood courses through my veins. I am also a published author and speaker.
I love to encourage and support my students and build into your lives -- to see you make goals, work hard to achieve them, and then succeed! If you are a student who will work hard -- and have fun doing so -- and want a coach who will cheer you on, then I am the teacher for you!
Baby Sign Language classes are either caregiver and child or caregiver alone. Baby Signs classes are appropriate for young children age 5 years old and under. Health coaching services are for women age 18 years old and up. My ESL classes are for women who are at least 18 years old.
I love to encourage and support my students and build into your lives -- to see you make goals, work hard to achieve them, and then succeed! If you are a student who will work hard -- and have fun doing so -- and want a coach who will cheer you on, then I am the teacher for you!
Baby Sign Language classes are either caregiver and child or caregiver alone. Baby Signs classes are appropriate for young children age 5 years old and under. Health coaching services are for women age 18 years old and up. My ESL classes are for women who are at least 18 years old.
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Christelle H.
Online
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$30
/ 45-min
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