Tutor AustinMark Profile | Cafetalk | Let the world spice up your life

Испанский	Native
Английский	Near-Native
Японский	Daily conversation

Испанский

Native

Английский

Near-Native

Японский

Daily conversation

Hello! Hola!
My name is Fernando Marquez, but everyone calls me Austin, and I’m from Argentina. My passion for teaching English is rooted in my love for Asian history and cultures. I studied Asian History at university, where I discovered how English connects people across cultures. This passion led me to move to Japan in 2023, where I now teach at Joy to the World, an international school.

Before teaching, I spent over four years at Accenture, one of the world’s leading technology consulting firms. There, I worked with global teams, using English as our primary language. This experience sharpened my communication skills and gave me a global perspective on language learning. Now, I'm completing my TEFL and TESOL certification to further enhance my teaching skills.

As a non-native English speaker, I understand the challenges of learning a new language. This perspective helps me empathize with my students and guide them through overcoming obstacles in their language journey. At the same time, I´m studying japanese by myself, so I´m able to have simple conversations to help you in case we need it in each lesson.

My teaching style is student-centered and adaptable, with a strong focus on speaking and pronunciation to build confidence. I help students overcome the fear of speaking in public, whether at work, while traveling, or with friends. I offer lessons for both children and adults, starting with an introductory session to assess your level and set goals.

Outside of teaching, I enjoy boxing, swimming, playing guitar and drums, and reading books on history and sociology. These hobbies allow me to bring a wide range of topics into our lessons, making learning more engaging and relevant.