Hi! I'm Carina Alves, I'm 47 years old, and I'm a Brazilian English teacher, with a BA in English-Portuguese, and a major in translating and interpreting. I also hold the proficiency certificates Cambridge B2, C1 and C2; and the qualifications for teachers Cambridge ICELT and Cambridge DELTA. Languages have always been one of my greatest passions, and so is teaching - I am a teacher by vocation. I have been a teacher for over 25 years, in which I've taught general English, business English, and English for exam preparation, among other ESP areas, mostly to adult students. I have also been a teacher educator and teacher trainer for over 6 years and a Cambridge CELTA Tutor for 5 years. I am an exams specialist and help students prepare for language proficiency exams, such as Cambridge, IELTS, Life Skills, and TOEFL. The lessons are tailor-made, with a focus on personalization and communication. In my view, everything goes hand-in-hand when it comes to teaching, so my lessons encompass the 4 language systems: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and functions, as well as the 4 skills: the two receptive skills being listening and reading, and the two productive skills being writing and speaking. Lessons are taught online, on Zoom, and they're synchronous, with screen sharing and breakout rooms for groups - which enable pair or group work and maximize interaction and speaking, enabling the teacher to monitor and give feedback. The students will have access to the materials and slides used in class, as well as homework and self-study guidance. I look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your goals by reaching your highest potential in the English Language!