| Name | Sam S. |
|---|---|
| City | Toronto, ON |
| Teaching | English |
| Native Language | Persian |
| Originally From | Iran |
| Working With | Adults |
| Levels I Teach | Advanced |
| Lessons Take Place | Online |
| Timezone | America/Toronto (PST+3) |
| Hourly Rate | C$60 |
Ph.D. Candidate at the University of Toronto with 20+ years’ experience in ESL, EAP, IELTS, TOEFL, and GRE instruction for diverse learners. Expertise in material development, syllabus design, test design, and teaching technologies. Currently an ESL / IELTS instructor at George Brown College and the University of Toronto.
Education
Ph.D. Candidate in Language and Literacies Education, OISE, University of Toronto (2019-2026)
M.A. in Applied Linguistics, York University, Toronto, Canada (2016-2017)
M.A. in TESOL, Allameh Tabatabai University, Tehran, Iran (2002-2005)
B.A. in English Language and Literature, Allameh Tabatabai University, Tehran, Iran (1998-2002)
Extensive experience as an instructor in IELTS, ESL, EAP, and ESP across multiple institutions in Canada and Iran. Currently teaching IELTS at George Brown College and ESL/EAP/IELTS at New College, University of Toronto.
Reza Shalizar draws on current research to help students improve writing in a new language through targeted feedback and effective task selection. He integrates modern tools like M-learning and Automated Writing Evaluation to enhance learning. With 20+ years of experience, he emphasizes practical communication and individual student needs. His expertise includes materials development, course design, and portfolio-based assessment.
Weekdays ( 9am-9pm)
Zoom or Skype
