Hello, I’m Coach Christina! I offer US English pronunciation courses and tailored conversation and communications coaching for adult professionals, expats, and non-native English teachers from all language backgrounds.
I work with intermediate and advanced learners on the italki platform. Clients from around the world tell me I’m the best English pronunciation and language confidence coach they’ve ever found.
“Best teacher I’ve had. My wife says that since I started with Christina she has seen a lot of improvement in my pronunciation. Thank you !” – from Sergio, a native Spanish speaking properties manager in Florida, USA
What is this website about?
Christinaswwworld for English is a space where I’m learning how to create different kinds of unique content to support your English learning journey!
For example, I recently wrote a groovy dance tune to help perfect your pronunciation of the long vowels, and worked with some talented friends to make my first ever music video. Check it out!
In addition to more songs, I’ll be slowly posting a growing collection of free English learning materials here, including:
- advanced vocabulary lists for different industries, activities and topics
- Pronunciation drills, resources and mini-lessons for mastering specific English sounds, and
- Short articles about interesting conversation topics and communication strategies.
You can follow me and subscribe to christinaswwworld on youtube, facebook, instagram and pinterest as I slowly develop those channels.
For more personalized pronunciation or conversation and communictions coaching, please visit my italki profile and book a trial lesson. I’m a great language coach and I’d love to explore how I might support you!
“Christina is the best! Dedicated, patient, and creative — Every lesson with her is fun and insightful. She makes you feel at ease and makes every conversation interesting and helpful. Working with Christina is a joy and is truly helping me gain more confidence in speaking English at work. “ – Giulia, an Italian graphics designer in New York City.
5 reasons why you need a great language coach
The website experts tell me I need more text on this page, so I’ll explain why a great language coach is important. If you’ve been looking for an English coach, I hope this helps you decide to work with me!
1. Personalized Learning Experience
A great language coach tailors lessons to your individual needs.
My intensive pronunciation course is designed to help us identify your specific trouble sounds and work to correct them. I also offer advanced conversation and communications coaching, helping clients prepare for job interviews, new work positions, important presentations, or creating a new life abroad. My experience living and working in many countries has given me a broad understanding of different communication styles, which I use to help you become more confident in everyday conversations.
“Christina is the most positive, responsive, and supportive English teacher that I’ve ever had! We’ve been practicing pronunciation for 3 months and now I see huge changes in my speech and confidence. Our lessons have helped me to build a solid foundation for understandable and fluid English speech. Thanks a lot Christina, you’re the best!!” – Daria, a Russian entrepreneur in Serbia
2. Practical Communication Skills
Beyond grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary, a great coach helps you develop real-world communication skills.
Thanks to a BA in Linguistics from UCLA, I have a deep understanding of language structures. Before language coaching, I also achieved my MS in Foreign Service from Georgetown University and then had a 30 year international career. Thanks to these experiences, I have a broad personal knowledge about the kinds of cultural and professional contexts in which my clients have learned English, and are currently using English. Whatever your interesting life requires you to speak English for, I’m ready to help you shine.
“I always learn soooo much from Christina. She teaches me not only English, but also about what should be paid attention to in conversations depending on situations. She, is, the, BEST! Thank you so much!” – from N N, a university administrator in Japan.
3. Expert Guidance
With a professional coach, you benefit from their expertise and experience.
My unique combination of skills allows me to have interesting conversations about any topic, and to offer insights and techniques that you won’t find in textbooks or apps. In addition to my academic training, I am a TOEFL certified teacher, a trained life coach, and I have worked as a conversation designer and facilitator for international events around the world. I’ve managed large international contracts and started award winning international projects. I’ve also raised three amazing multilingual humans who spent their childhoods on 3 continents.
“I’ve been working with Christina for more than a year and am so happy to have lessons with her. She is an extremely experienced, positive, and intellectual person. Her student-centered approach helps build confidence and encourages students to feel more open and relaxed to have a conversation.” – from Irina, a Russian mom and entrepreneur in Switzerland
4. Cultural Insights
Language learning is not just about words and pronunciation; it’s also about understanding culture. Understanding cultural contexts and nuances makes your language skills more authentic and applicable in real-life situations.
I have lived, worked or traveled in 68 countries over a period of almost 40 years, which enables me to bring rich cultural insights to our lessons. I’ve also learned several languages along the way, including Dutch, French, Spanish, German, Finnish, and some Thai.
“I’m very glad to have met Christina!! Thanks to her, my English pronunciation has improved a lot and i gained self confidence 🙂 She understands what you need and makes efforts to improve it! Also, she has a lot of course material. I look forward to our lessons because we are not only teaching but learning a lot a about the world!! As I told her, wherever she is, I will be there 🙂 Thank you for everything my far away friend” – from Gulcin, a fashion product development supervisor in Turkiye.
5. Confidence building
A great coach helps you build confidence in your language skills.
I create a supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can practice and improve. My coaching style is nurturing and uplifting, I have a big heart, and I believe in the potential of every client. I work patiently to help you overcome any fears or anxieties about speaking English, and become more self-assured in your abilities.
“Christina is wonderful and I love her teaching! She is so lovely and I am so impressed by her ability to make you feel comfortable and confident to express yourself. I highly recommend her teaching to anyone that is looking to learn more about so many interesting topics and to effectively improve their English skills! 👌🏾” from Niz, a native French-speaking hotel guest relations manager in Florida, USA
If you’ve read this far, great job! The website experts tell me there’s enough text on the page now. The only remaining thing for me to say is that I’d love to see you in my italki classroom soon! And if my words aren’t enough to convince you…
Here’s what more clients are saying about English pronunciation and conversation coaching with me
“Christina immediately put me at ease. She is very involved and gives excellent advice for improving your English. Every conversation is a pleasure. I feel myself progressing quite quickly. I heartily recommend her.” – from Cedric, a tech investor in France.
“She is a super cool English teacher. She has the knowledge, the patience, and she always willing to go the extra mile to help. I really like her classes and I’m improving my pronunciation.” – from Claudio, a software developer in Chile.
“Christina is making my pronunciation better and better. I feel very comfortable in her classes and am never bored for an hour. She has a calm and clear pronunciation, so I don’t get tired when listening… And she pours her heart and soul into her classes and is very sincere. She also teaches technically and professionally. I will continue to take this class, hoping to greatly improve my English.” – from Miryu, a Korean expat mom in Malaysia
“Christina is very knowledgeable, and she always does a great job of guiding and encouraging me to be more expressive. I am grateful to have learned about different cultures and improved my pronunciation at the same time. She is the best teacher!!!” – from Sine, an export administrator in China
“Christina is a great teacher and a wonderful person. I was looking for someone to improve my English and I had no idea that I would find such a great result. The conversations are always very interesting and I feel very comfortable. I recommend taking lessons with her.” – from Justina, a lawyer in Poland
