PhD Candidate English Tutor for Beginners to Advanced Including IELTS takers

Hello! My name is Teacher Merinelle A. Gomez, and I am a licensed professional English teacher from the Philippines with over five years of experience in teaching English to children, teens, college students, and working professionals. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in English Education from the Philippine Normal University – Mindanao, and a Master’s degree in English Language Teaching from North Eastern Mindanao State University. I am currently pursuing my PhD in English Language, which has helped me develop deeper insights into English language instruction and cross-cultural communication.

Throughout my teaching journey, I have worked in both public and private schools, as well as at the university level. I have taught various subjects such as Purposive Communication, Business Communication, and Literature, which has allowed me to adapt to the different learning needs and goals of my students. My classes are always tailored to suit the learner’s level, interests, and purpose for studying English. Whether you're preparing for a job interview, taking an English proficiency exam, improving your daily conversation skills, or simply building confidence, I can design lessons that work for you.

I specialize in teaching Conversational English, Business English, IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE test preparation, Interview Coaching, Grammar and Vocabulary Building, and Academic English. I also love teaching kids, and I make sure to incorporate fun, interactive activities to keep them engaged and motivated during our lessons. My teaching style is warm, friendly, and supportive. I believe in creating a learning environment where students feel safe to express themselves, make mistakes, and grow. I use real-life examples, clear explanations, and interactive materials to help you understand and use English in a meaningful way. I also provide constructive feedback and personalized guidance to help you improve step by step.

I am deeply passionate about teaching because I believe that English opens doors to countless opportunities—in education, careers, travel, and global connection. Seeing my students become more confident and expressive in English is what drives me to continue doing what I love. I’m also a lifelong learner who enjoys reading, writing, and learning about different cultures, and I love bringing that global perspective into my lessons to make them more relatable and enr