My name is Risa. I started teaching English as a Second Language in Tokyo in 1972. I have had the opportunity and good fortune to teach people from around the world and from all walks of life. With the internet, I am able to do that without leaving my beautiful home by the sea in South Florida.During our lessons, you will improve your listening skills, sharpen your speaking skills and enjoy the cultural exchange.
Conversation is spontaneous, and so, do not expect to do homework! You might want to develop your independence by exploring some of my favorite websites: www.lingual.net, www.englishclub.com, www.breakingnewsenglish.com.
It is important that you take an active role in maintaining your investment of time, money and effort in your English acquisition. Learn to be curious. Check things out. Don’t wait for the teacher to lead you around. Make the effort to review what you learn and repeat it until you perform it! In my classes, you will gain the confidence you need for everyday life in English, no matter where you are.
Experience
2010-current Online ESL instructor
2000-2001 Converse, Fort Lauderdale, FL/ESL instructor
1980-1990 Proprietary Schools, NYC, NY/ESL instructor; remedial English instructor
1974-1980 Israel State Department of Education/ESL instructor
1973-1974 English Conversation Circle, Tokyo/After-school program ESL instructor
Education
BA received 1972 Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ
Achievements
Standing member of the National League of American Pen Women, Ft Lauderdale Branch, FL
