Lauren is a certified English language teacher and native speaker of both English and German. With a Bachelor's degree from Duke University and two teaching certifications, she specializes in Business English and English for Academic Purposes, helping students achieve native-level fluency. Lauren is an experienced copy editor and published academic with a background in consulting, education, and research. She has studied French, Spanish, and Catalan. Living and working in various places such as Barcelona, London, and Los Angeles, Lauren brings a diverse perspective to her teaching and has experience with over 85 different native speakers of 22 different languages. She creates unique lesson plans and prioritizes tangible results to help students achieve their personal and professional goals. With a belief in hard work, fun, and professionalism, Lauren is dedicated to helping you elevate your fluency and accuracy.

Bachelor of Arts, Duke University

Teaching English as a Foreign Language Certification

Teaching Business English Advanced TEFL Certification

As a specialist in advancing non-native speakers, Lauren has developed the Native Speaker Method, a unique approach to learning English that focuses on immersion and learning from a native speaker through a native mindset. The method is specifically designed to help students understand their own language patterns and errors, and then correct them to speak like a native speaker. Through this method, students will develop a language system that is reoriented away from their native language and more in line with English. This approach helps students develop a native-like intuition, allowing for progress even when they are stuck and leading to long-term change in their language skills. With this method, students will not only improve their language skills but also gain the ability to self-correct and eventually become independent learners. This method was developed to advance intermediate (B1-2) and advanced (C1-2) students to the next level of proficiency.