• Certified ESL Teacher and Licensed Professional Filipino/Tagalog tutor |  From Basics to Confident Speaking | Personalized Lessons | Beginner-friendly, Fun and patient tutor           

Ms. Janine is my sister and also my go-to person whenever I have questions about Tagalog grammar. Even though I’m Filipino, I’ll admit that not everyone fully understands the proper usage and grammar of our own language. What I admire most about her is how well-versed she is in both English and Tagalog grammar. It’s honestly impressive how she can clearly explain grammatical concepts, parts of speech, and their equivalents in both languages.

Beyond her knowledge, she is also a very dedicated and passionate teacher. One thing that truly amazes me is how well she teaches her child—my niece, who was already able to read and write very well at just 4 years old. Seeing that firsthand speaks volumes about her patience, teaching skills, and commitment to learning.

She has a natural talent for teaching and explaining things in a way that’s easy to understand. I genuinely believe future students will learn a lot from her and enjoy her classes.

JANINE is someone I personally trust when it comes to Tagalog writing. I often ask her to check my Tagalog essays and poems, and she always gives clear, helpful, and thoughtful feedback. What I appreciate most about her teaching method is that she does not simply correct mistakes—she explains why certain words, phrases, or sentences sound better, which helps me understand Tagalog more deeply. She is patient, approachable, and very knowledgeable, and her guidance has helped me become more confident in expressing myself in Tagalog. I highly recommend JANINE to future students because she teaches with clarity, care, and genuine passion.