Barak Ratey
TESOL: International Open Academy, 2019 Certificate # 100-109726 • Bachelor’s Degree: Teaching/Education, 2007 WTBSG, Patterson, NY •I am a US native and English is my first language. I enjoy teaching and have been teaching for over twenty years. I have taught with VIPKids International, over 2300 students, and consistent 99% 5-star reviews. I also work as a private English tutor, with students ranging from middle school to University Professors.
•I am a highly skilled and passionate educator who has a unique talent for implementing effective Teaching methodologies. With years of teaching experience in group and individual settings, my instructional style utilizes a strong understanding of teaching strategies, as well as a keen analytical and evaluative skill set. I put into practice an interrogative teaching style designed to elicit maximum student output at a goal ratio of 80/20. This manner of instruction facilitates the language analysis of my students while also guiding them to a higher level of comprehension. The educational outcomes of my teaching style have been proven through my students’ successes and high performance in the targeted areas of study.
ONE ON ONE TEACHING EXPERIENCE
• 1998 to 2022, Freelance English Tutor, IELTS Tutor, Interview Coach
• 11/19 to 11/21, VIPKids International
Teaching English to children, ages 4-16. Over 2300 classes taught with 99.9%, 5-star reviews. (VIPKids certs: Levels 1-7+, Phonics, Vocabulary, Public Speaking)