| Английский | Native |
|---|---|
| Японский | Proficient |
| Французский | Daily conversation |

To All New and Returning Students:
To give you the best learning experience possible, I kindly ask that you request lessons using the Zoom platform.
There are two main reasons for this:
Extended Lesson Time: I subscribe to Zoom’s paid version, which allows us to go beyond the 40-minute time limit of the free plan—no interruptions, no cutoffs, just smooth and uninterrupted learning.
AI-Powered Note Taking: Zoom allows me to use an AI note-taking tool, which means I can focus entirely on teaching during our lesson. No multitasking, no distractions—just personalized attention for you, followed by clear, detailed lesson summaries and feedback.
So, if you’re able to use Zoom, I’d be truly grateful. Thank you so much for helping me give you the best support I can!
Hello! I'm Manning, from Boston, Massachusetts. I lived and worked in Japan for 10 years. Students tell me I'm a good listener, relaxed, helpful, and have a good sense of humor. Be careful, I might make you laugh! I love learning about different cultures, accents, and dialects like Hokkaido-ben. I love sports, and I watch ice hockey, baseball, American Football, and rugby. I also love music, especially the Beatles, and sang in a Beatles cover band while living in Japan.
Accepting New Students — (With a Few Conditions)
I am happy to welcome motivated new learners who are serious about improving their English.
Because my schedule is quite full and I work closely with each student’s personal goals, I currently accept new students who:
• are intermediate level or above
• want to improve speaking fluency, communication skills, or professional English
• are open to regular lessons (not just one-time sessions)
• are willing to actively participate and speak during lessons
My lessons are highly interactive and personalized. Students looking for real conversation practice, business or professional communication, interview preparation, vocabulary expansion, and more natural expression are usually a great fit.
If a student is a complete beginner, looking only for test drilling, or prefers very passive-style lessons, I may not be the best match. In that case, Cafetalk offers many excellent tutors who specialize in those areas.
I invest a lot in each student and aim to build long-term learning partnerships.
(Not applicable for “Immediate Confirmation” lessons)
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