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안녕하세요, My name is Kyo and I am so excited that you are interested in learning Korean.

I have 6+ years of experience with tutoring and as a avid second language learner myself, I know how scary it can be to learn a new language but I promise to make our lessons fun and interactive! I will make sure to plan our lessons according to your goals and needs for learning Korean. 

A bit more about me...

- Lived in New Zealand, Australia, the UK & Korea! 
- Working as an UX/UI designer 
- Have interests in nature, travel, psychology, design, photography and more!
- Love getting to know new people and learning about different cultures 
- Enjoy reading, being surrounded by nature, watching psychological thrillers, playing the ukulele

IMPORTANT: I am an adult tutor, I do not teach children or teenagers. My experience with teaching students has been entirely in the adult realm, so if you are looking for a tutor for young pupils, I will not be a good fit.

With my rich experience of tutoring, I have learned that all students learn at their own pace and in their own way.  
In our trial lesson I will get to know you, your goals and the way you learn best.

Is it your first time learning Korean? That's totally fine! We can start from scratch, learning how to read the Korean alphabet. In a few hours, you'll find yourself reading Korean language! 

I am a patient & good listener. My goal is to help you achieve your goals so whether you would like to work on your grammar skills, vocabulary, or pronunciation, I can make structured lessons for you depending on your needs.

Or if you would like to work on your speaking conversation skills, we can just talk informally and I can correct you if you would like to be corrected. And we can talk about anything of interest that you would like to talk about and we can just keep fun and casual conversations.

Taking that first Korean lesson can be so scary but I promise after our trial lesson, you will feel motivated and excited to start your Korean learning journey.  Take the first step towards achieving goals and book a trial lesson with me today! 

Hello everyone! My name is YONGJIN (용진).  

I was born and grew up in Korea. I speak Korean natively and I have learned English, Japanese and Spanish by heart either through formal educations or extensive travel. Over ten years living, working and traveling oversea. All four languages are tools to help facilitate our learning process.  

I have a passion for teaching languages, and I love helping people learn Korean. I believe I have natural abilities to teach languages that I can communicate very well with people regardless of one's backgrounds. 

 I am gentle, attentive and open-minded. I will be looking after your progress. Please give it a try!

I've been teaching Korean for years at private language schools and volunteer organizations(NGO) in various countries.

I will be speaking to you in Korean during the lesson, unless you're a beginner. We will discuss it in more details on the first lesson. (speaking ratio between Korean and other languages to explain).  Whether you never learned any foreign languages or not, I will help you build the foundations, boost your motivation and to be more confident in speaking.  

In this online learning platform, the lessons have to be highly interactive. To be able to do that, I want the lessons to be 80-95% conversational.  Interactive communication is the key to improving overall Korean language, and it enables you to learn more practical and colloquial Korean.  That being said, I will also cover grammar and usage of Korean, let alone conversational elements. I will promise you that the lesson will be educational, useful, street-smart and informative. Each lesson, You'll be learning conversations in certain places. Imagine, you're actually in that place, and you need to speak Korean to get what you want. We can also talk about certain topics such as social issues, life in general in Korea etc. I have charts, dialogues, topics to discuss and role play materials ready for the first-time learner and experienced learners. Plus, I have a physical whiteboard right behind me to support explanations in more details.

I look forward to seeing you on the first trial lesson.

Stay focused and keep being motivated! 

★Proven Speaking teaching expertise,  years of experience★ 

Hi everyone!

I’m a certified Korean language teacher for years. 
My students told me that my strong teaching is speaking lessons. 
Comprehensive teaching with speaking, writing, reading, and listening is one of my strengths. 
I can definitely save you precious time and effort. 
I have many long-term students because of this easy and comprehensive teaching method. I can tell you that I am a proven teacher. so I will make you fluent in Korean with personalized lessons. 

All my lessons are personalized based on students’ level or requirements, for example, small talk, test preparation such as TOPIK, KIIP, job interviews, presentation, cultural & history, and Chinese characters lessons. 

I have a handout for your better understanding except for the textbook, video clip, and others. 
We can talk about your requirements in more detail in the trial lesson. 
Let’s learn Korean together easily and fast with fun. 
I'm looking forward to meeting you in the lesson.

Needs covered:
-All personalized lesson is available 
-Speaking, Writing, Reading and Listening 
-Test preparations 
-Business Korean 
-Chinese characters(=Hanja) / Culture & History 

*Focus on Speaking and Learn Real Korean!

*Complete Beginner Level (Level 0) Welcome!

Are you ready to dive into the world of Korean? I am a experience Korean teacher who also has specialized degree in Korean studies. I'm passionate about helping you achieve fluency. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to build on your existing knowledge, I'll provide personalized guidance tailored to your learning style.

The biggest purpose of learning a language is communication. It's therefore important to listen carefully and pronounce words correctly.

If you're a beginner, let's study the correct pronunciation of sounds step by step. Do you already know the alphabet? The next step is gaining confidence. I'll make sure you can speak Korean confidently while practicing with me.  

If you're already at a high level of Korean, studying Korean through newspapers and TV news is more effective than sticking to ordinary textbooks.

Let's study Korean together on work-related topics.

Learning a language is about understanding culture, which can be very rewarding, but it requires patience and effort.  

Dear everyone,

I'll prepare textbooks, homework, and everything else according to your Korean level. Just bring your enthusiasm when you study Korean with me.

See you soon.

JuYoung

Hello, My name is Emily having extensive experience in teaching Korean to many people with various backgrounds in LanguaTalk and other platforms. If you want to learn Korean and Korean culture or if you're planning to travel to South Korea one day, I am here to help! We'll use well-made textbooks, practical materials to keep you engaged. Language learning is a fantastic journey, and I'm thrilled to be a part of a community that embraces cultural exploration and language acquisition. Let's embark on this enriching adventure together!

I am a professional Korean tutor with Korean language teaching qualifications.

You can study Korean while speaking on various topics such as speaking, writing, grammar, etc.

I will help you speak and write naturally in Korean.

I like music and photography, and enjoy traveling.

I worked as an instructor in education and training in the company, and as a teacher and choir conductor in the church, I experienced teaching to many people.

I respect each country and culture, and I would like to introduce Korea to many people.

I will have a lot of experience and hope to have fun studying Korean with you!!

Enjoy studying Korean with me ^^

저는 한국어 교원 자격을 가지고 있는 한국어 전문 강사입니다. 말하기, 글쓰기, 문법 그리고 다양한 주제로 이야기 하면서 한국어를 공부할 수 있습니다. 한국어로 자신있게 이야기하고 글을 쓸 수 있도록 제가 도와줄께요.

저는 음악과 사진을 좋아하고, 여행을 즐깁니다.

회사에서 교육훈련 업무를 하면서 교육강사로 활동을 했고, 교회에서 교사와 찬양대 지휘자로 활동을 하면서 많은 사람들에게 가르치는 것을 경험했습니다.

저는 각 나라와 문화를 존중하며, 한국을 많은 사람들에게 소개하고 싶습니다.

많은 경험을 가지고 여러분과 함께 즐겁게 한국어를 공부할 수 있도록 노력하겠습니다 !!

저와 같이 즐겁게 한국어를 공부해요 ^^

Hello! I'm Jinny! I've been working in education for 15 years, and I've been teaching Korean to foreign students for more than two years. I love traveling and cultural exchange, so I've been doing language exchange meetings with foreigners living in Korea for four years now. I'm also studying Korean language teaching courses to become a better teacher. I always have fun classes with my students. My students always tell me that our classes are comfortable and fun. If you want a comfortable and enjoyable Korean class, join me!!

🌟 Customized learning for each learner - Providing textbooks and homework

🌟 Provide various learning materials according to the learner's goals

🌟 Immediate pronunciation correction and feedback

🌟 Learn pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar in a balanced way

🎀 Is this your first time studying Korean? Don't worry!

🎀 Let's talk comfortably in a friend-like atmosphere!

🎀 I'll be a good friend with a smiley, bright personality!

🎀 Let's study Korean while having fun and easy time!

[A1-A2, beginner-level learner]

💛 Learning Korean alphabet in 2 hours.

💛 Learning basic vocabulary

💛 Can read and write short sentences.

💛 Learning basic conversation in everyday life

[B1-B2, Intermediate-level learner]

💛 You can make your own sentences.

💛 practice everyday conversation.

💛 Learning new expressions from K-dramas.

💛 Learn listening, speaking, reading, and writing in a balanced way.

[C1-C2, Advanced level learner]

💛 Along with conversation, you can systematically learn to deep grammar.  

💛 Practice writing for grammar at the same time.

💛 Talk about your thoughts with various topics.

[TOPIK]

We can use TOPIK text book and practice for the test.

💛 Study listening, speaking, reading, writing, vocabulary, and grammar.

💛 Solve test questions and solve wrong parts.

I'm a native Korean, born and raised in Seoul, specifically in Gangnam. I completed my entire school journey in Gangnam, from elementary to high school. My life's adventures didn't stop there; I've lived in different countries, including Australia, Malaysia, Germany, and Italy. I now call France 🇫🇷 home.

I dedicated over 12 years to playing the piano during my childhood and pursued a degree in Hotel Management in Australia. Leveraging my hotel management background, I worked as a flight attendant in Germany. For about two years, I followed my dream in Italy, especially in the region of Sicily. I'm captivated by the film "Cinema Paradiso."

Beyond cultural explorations, I have a deep love for the ocean and sports. I've taught Korean for over 5years, having experienced the challenges of learning different languages myself, I understand how you might feel. I'm passionate about teaching Korean and am studying for the Level 2 Korean teacher certificate.

My classes focus on conversation in Korean, aimed at improving your speaking skills. I customize my teaching methods to suit your needs, whether you're a beginner or looking to advance your Korean proficiency. We'll focus on practical language skills, engaging in conversations, ordering food, traveling, and effectively communicating with native speakers. We'll also explore Korean culture, from traditional customs to modern trends, including K-Pop and K-Drama. My goal is to make you a confident communicator in Korean.

If you're ready to start this language learning journey with me, I encourage you to take a trial lesson. It's the perfect way to get a taste of what our lessons are like and to see how quickly you can progress. My Korean lessons are suitable for all levels. Let's make learning Korean a fun and rewarding experience together.

 

*B.A. : News and Broadcasting in Korea  

*M.A. : Graduated from Oklahoma City University in US majoring TESOL with High Honors  

*9 years Korean teaching Experience  / All ages / All levels

*Conversation/Korean Culture(K-POP, K-DRAMA)/Test Prep/ Grammar/Reading Comprehension/Writing

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 Resources:

I have plenty of good resources for conversation, reading, writing, test prep and more to support your learning path.

Feedbacks:

I am sending you feedbacks after each class so you could review and practice at home. 

Also, if you have any questions, you can reach out to me anytime!

Homework:

Based on your learning, I will send you summary and homework.

 It will be helpful for you to review and prepare for the next lesson.

** Most importantly, I could help you to enjoy learning Korean and you will get confidence in Korean once you start the lessons with me!