Zachary Pennington

My name is Zachary Pennington. I am a nurse who transitioned to teaching English as a Second Language. I have been teaching online and offline for five years. I have taught in language schools in Saint Petersburg, Russia, and Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. I taught as a freelance teacher during my travels through China and Georgia. I also have a 168-hour Level 5 TEFL. Let me help you on your English learning adventure.

With an in-depth background in English instruction, I have experience working effectively with both advanced and novice ESL speakers to develop a deeper understanding of principles of grammar, rules of conversation, and diverse literature. I am skilled at building students' confidence and improving their academic performance through diversified instructional techniques. I have cultivated welcoming learning environments in both classroom and online contexts.

I have also integrated district requirements, curriculum goals, and required competencies into lesson plans to ensure students' success. Moreover, I have experience connecting well with parents and administrators to build effective support networks for students.

With five years of teaching experience and a Level 5 TEFL certificate (168 hours), I have gained a wealth of knowledge and practical skills in teaching English as a foreign language. Throughout my teaching journey, I have honed my ability to plan and deliver lessons that engage and challenge my students while also creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

In addition, I have become adept at providing individualized feedback that enables my students to develop their language skills to their fullest potential. I take great pride in my ability to connect with my students and make learning English an enjoyable and rewarding experience for them.

Overall, my teaching experience and TEFL certification have equipped me with the expertise and passion necessary to deliver high-quality instruction to learners of all backgrounds and skill levels.