Margie Jo V.
Unapologetically Unconventional Accent Guide & Lifelong Learner
- Role
- Accent Reduction Specialist at Preply
- Location
- Greenville, SC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Margie Jo V.
I am an experienced ESL and American English accent coach with over hours of one-on-one and group training for adult professionals worldwide. My approach is highly student-centered, energetic, and focused on practical results and real-world communication. In addition to coaching, I am developing CLARIVO™, a trademarked language enhancement app designed to bring clarity and confidence to non-native speakers. My work combines innovation, creativity, and proven teaching expertise to help learners refine pronunciation, build confidence, and succeed in international communication. I am open to remote opportunities as well as collaborations that support professionals seeking clear, confident English.
Experience
Accent Reduction Specialist
Jul 2021 — Present
Provide remote, individual instruction for ESL students from around the world (over teaching hours to date just here!(updated 7/2025).• Develop lesson plans structured around needs assessments.• Employ TESOL & IELTS testing structures to help prepare students for passing tests.• Teach lessons encompassing range of skill-building activities for speaking, writing, reading, & listening.• Employ kinesthetic, visual (modeling), and auditory (mirroring) approaches to make lessons interesting & interactive.• Test, evaluate & counsel students regarding academic performance & goals.• Improve student grammar, conversational & pronunciation skills through role play & other interactive class direction, increasing their confidence in the process.
Education
Charis Bible College - Colorado Springs, CO
Master's degree
2009 — 2011
Brevard College
Bachelor of Arts - BA
2005 — 2006
Blue Ridge Community College - Flat Rock, NC
Associate of Science - AS
2003 — 2005
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