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Alexis Kochanski

Alexis Kochanski

Queens,NY

Summary

Certified ESL instructor with international and online teaching experience. Skilled in communicative and student-centered methods (PPP, ESA, TTT), with a focus on pronunciation, fluency, and visual learning. Currently teaching adult learners online and eager to expand into collaborative, globally connected ESL programs.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Online English Tutor

Preply
01.2024 - Current
  • Teach English using communicative methods (TTT, PPP, ESA) to enhance fluency and confidence in adult learners.
  • Design engaging lessons focused on pronunciation, listening, and grammar, achieving consistently high student satisfaction.
  • Maintain 100% positive feedback by fostering an encouraging, interactive classroom environment.
  • Implement tailored learning plans that boost engagement and support measurable language progress.
  • Remote

English Instructor

EF English First, Diwang Campus
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Taught English to adult learners in EF’s immersive English program.
  • Delivered pre-designed EF curriculum focusing on real-world communication, pronunciation, and confidence building.
  • Conducted small-group and one-on-one lessons for working professionals and university students.
  • Collaborated with international teaching teams to ensure consistent quality and student engagement.

Teaching Assistant – Photography

Hunter College, CUNY
01.2005
  • Assisted professor in managing classroom instruction for undergraduate photography courses.
  • Guided students in technical and creative aspects of digital and darkroom photography.
  • Supported classroom demonstrations, critiques, and portfolio development.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts Photography

Hunter College, The City University of New York
01.2005

Level 5 TEFL Diploma -

The TEFL Academy
01-2026

TESOL/TEFL Certificate - undefined

Oxford Seminars
01.2009

Skills

  • Communicative ESL instruction
  • Visual learning integration
  • Online classroom management
  • Adult learning strategies
  • Pronunciation coaching
  • Interactive curriculum delivery
  • Culturally responsive teaching

Certification

  • TESOL/TEFL Certificate – Oxford Seminars (2009)
  • Level 5 TEFL Diploma – The TEFL Academy (In Progress)
  • Google Workspace & Canva for Education (informal use)

Languages

English – Native

Timeline

Online English Tutor

Preply
01.2024 - Current

English Instructor

EF English First, Diwang Campus
01.2009 - 01.2010

Teaching Assistant – Photography

Hunter College, CUNY
01.2005

TESOL/TEFL Certificate - undefined

Oxford Seminars

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts Photography

Hunter College, The City University of New York

Level 5 TEFL Diploma -

The TEFL Academy

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