Est. 20 lessons
Level: All Levels
Topic: Core English
Build core English foundations through classroom communication, phonemic awareness and early literacy.
Cindy Jones
- From
- USA
- Speaks
- English
- Experience
- 25+ Years
- Accent
- American English
About me
Clear communication is more than grammar; it is also confidence, fluency, and the ability to express ideas naturally. My work focuses on helping learners use English with greater ease in conversation, presentations, interviews, academic settings, and professional situations.
I am an English teacher from the United States with extensive experience in education, coaching, and language instruction. My background includes a Ph.D. in Education and TESOL certification, along with many years of teaching, mentoring, curriculum work, and professional training. I have worked with students and professionals from different backgrounds who want to improve their spoken English, strengthen fluency, and communicate with more confidence.
My lessons are best suited for intermediate, upper intermediate, advanced, and upper advanced students. I can help with listening comprehension, grammar development, vocabulary development, speaking practice, and reading comprehension. I also support learners who need academic English, business English, colloquial English, and interview preparation.
In class, I focus on practical communication, clear feedback, and lessons that connect directly to each student’s goals. Whether you want to sound more natural, prepare for professional opportunities, or become more comfortable speaking English, my goal is to help you make steady, meaningful progress.
Resume
Education
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA
BA in English
UVa's English Department was ranked #2 in the US while I was there. I received a great education with some of the best teachers in the country. They gave me a love of language and learning that I try to pass along to my students.
Experience
ESL Coach for Business Professionals
My teaching career began with learners of all ages. I now specialize in focused coaching for motivated businesspeople, to improve their career and life opportunities through advanced communication skills.
PLUS English Center
Tam Ky, Vietnam
English as a Foreign Language
This English language school offered classes for students ranging from pre-school aged children to adults, with language skills from very-beginning to intermediate levels. The adult classes included Business English, Communication Skills, and Pronunciation. This was a paid position as a part-time teacher.
Fermo School District
Fermo, Italy
English as a Foreign Language, Primary and Secondary School
Most students here already had good basic language skills so I designed lessons to help them reach the next level of ability. I worked at the school as a volunteer teacher.
Olympic College
Poulsbo, WA
Adult ESL
In Spring of 2017, I taught in an ESL classroom at a community college as part of my TESOL certification. The students were adult learners with a wide range of cultural backgrounds and beginning-to-intermediate language skills.
Certifications
120-hour TESOL Certification
School of TESL/Seattle Pacific University - Seattle, WA
Features
Teaching focus
Conversation, natural expressions and pronunciation for learners who already have an intermediate English foundation.
Teaching approach
Blends lessons adapted to individual goals, patient encouragement and feedback and careful correction in a clear lesson flow.
Courses taught
Explore the courses and find a direction that suits your learning goals.
All Ages
Core English I · Beginner
All Ages
Core English II · Intermediate
Est. 20 lessons
Level: All Levels
Topic: Core English
Connect comprehension, complete expression and early grammar to build greater independence.
All Ages
Core English III · Advanced
Est. 20 lessons
Level: All Levels
Topic: Core English
Move from comprehension to analysis, structured writing and evidence-based expression.
All Ages
World English & CLIL
Est. 20 lessons
Level: All Levels
Topic: Core English
Develop English and cross-curricular thinking through science, culture and world themes.
Adults 18+
Everyday Conversation
Est. 20 lessons
Level: All Levels
Topic: Speaking & communication
Improve response speed, clarity and confidence through realistic everyday topics.
Schedule
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