Focused on Language

English teaching and editing
from a skilled, caring professional

English classes online for language learners of all levels

One-on-one English classes on Zoom with a caring, highly trained native English-speaking educator from New York City.Grow your speaking, reading, writing, listening, grammar, and vocabulary skills with sessions designed especially for you.Refine your pronunciation, intonation, and pacing to express yourself clearly and persuasively.


Are you an English beginner?
I'm ready to support you.
Are you an advanced English user?
I've got you covered.
College and university students, working professionals, fine and performing artists, humanities-curious tech folks?
Let's work together!
Small-group sessions are also available.


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A free 30-minute trial lesson is available for all new students.

Editing services

Whether you're writing an essay for class, refining your deck for a business presentation, or even composing a wedding speech, I'll help you generate ideas or edit what you have.You'll receive detailed feedback from an editor who approaches you and your writing with respect and thoughtfulness.From grammar and punctuation to style, flow, and tone, I'll help you represent your ideas clearly and powerfully.


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What people are saying

Comments from English Students

"He transformed my mindset about learning English, turning what once felt hopeless into something I wanted to keep pursuing. He was always there to guide me patiently and, when it came to tricky grammar, gave me clear answers whenever I felt stuck. He also brought a variety of materials and ideas that deepened my learning.

Learning a second language can be a long journey, and staying motivated is essential. Greg is the one who always kept me motivated, and that has made all the difference in my progress." —Maki K.


「日常生活で困った表現や出来事など、私の細かな悩みにも耳を傾けてくれ、文法でつまずいたときには、表面的な説明ではなく、根本から理解できるよう導いてくれました。また、幅広い教材やアイディアのおかげで、文化も学びながら、楽しく豊かに学習を続けることができました。

第二言語学習は長い道のりになることが多く、モチベーションを維持することもとても大切です。

グレッグは、その部分でも大きな支えになってくれました。彼の教育への熱量が、私のやる気を常に引き出してくれて、大きな成果を得られたのだと確信しています。」—麻紀


"When I first came to New York for my MBA, I started working with Greg to prepare for recruiting. We focused on pronunciation, delivery, and effective expression, which helped me successfully land a job in New York. Even now, I continue to take his classes to prepare for presentations.

I especially appreciate Greg’s detailed feedback on pronunciation, which is often a challenge for international students. Thanks to his coaching, I have gained much more confidence speaking English both in everyday situations and at work. He also tailors each class to my needs, and he is always responsive to my questions—even outside of class via email.

I always look forward to our sessions, and I hope others will also benefit from Greg’s teaching to feel more confident and comfortable speaking English." —Joon H.


"MBA 재학 중에는 리크루팅을 위한 발음, 전달력, 적절한 표현 등을 함께 고민했고, 뉴욕에서 회사를 다니고 있는 지금은 프레젠테이션 준비와 같은 실무 중심의 코칭을 받고 있습니다.

특히 Greg은 유학생들에게 가장 큰 고민인 발음을 세심하게 교정해 주어, 발음에 대한 자신감이 크게 향상되었고 그 덕분에 실생활 속 영어 실력도 발전함을 체감하고 있습니다. 또한 제가 원하는 방식에 맞춰 수업을 맞춤형으로 진행해 주며, 정식 수업 외에도 이메일로 질문을 드리면 빠르게 답변해 주시는 점이 인상적입니다.

Greg과의 수업에서는 영어의 발음뿐만 아니라 억양, 리듬 등 원어민처럼 말하기 위한 훈련도 함께 하고 있어, 단순한 문법이나 문장 교정이 아니라 실시간으로 살아 있는 피드백을 받을 수 있다는 장점이 있습니다.

저는 Greg의 수업을 강력히 추천하며, 앞으로도 많은 분들이 Greg과의 수업을 통해 저와 같은 발전을 경험하시길 바랍니다." —황준우


"Over time, I started taking small-group classes focused on novels and plays, which have been not only engaging but have also helped me expand my vocabulary and confidence in discussions.

When I needed more focused support for my work presentations, I met with Greg individually for practice as well. These sessions were tailored to my professional needs and made a huge difference in how I present myself at work.

Greg is patient, supportive, and highly knowledgeable. I truly appreciate his flexibility and personalized approach, and I highly recommend his classes to anyone looking to improve his or her English for both personal and professional growth." —Rimma N.


"Потом начала ходить на небольшие групповые занятия по романам и пьесам — они оказались увлекательными и помогли не только расширить словарный запас, но и почувствовать себя увереннее в обсуждениях.

Когда возникла необходимость подготовиться к рабочим презентациям, я стала брать индивидуальные уроки. Грег подстраивал их под мои задачи, и это очень помогло мне в профессиональном плане.

Он терпеливый, внимательный и прекрасно объясняет материал. Мне очень нравится его гибкий и персональный подход, поэтому я с удовольствием рекомендую его занятия всем, кто хочет развивать английский как для себя, так и для работы." —Римма Н.


"What I appreciate most is that he truly listens to your needs, adapts his teaching to fit your goals, and thoughtfully guides you toward improvement. As a working actor in New York City, I could also rely on Greg to help me prepare for rehearsals by carefully reading scenes with me and discussing nuances of language and character.

He’s knowledgeable on a wide range of topics, leads engaging conversations, and reinforces what you’ve learned after class. On top of all that, Greg is energetic, fun, and makes learning enjoyable. You’ll never be bored, and you won’t regret taking a class with him!" —Wonhee K.


"무엇보다 가장 좋았던 점은 Greg가 학생들의 필요를 진심으로 듣고, 목표에 맞게 수업 방식을 조정하며 세심하게 준비해 준다는 것입니다. 뉴욕에서 일하는 배우로서, 저는 Greg에게 리허설을 준비하는 데 도움을 요청했습니다. 그는 저와 함께 장면을 주의 깊게 읽고 언어와 캐릭터의 미묘한 차이를 논의했습니다.

또한 그는 다양한 주제에 대한 지식이 풍부하고, 흥미로운 대화를 이끌며, 수업 후에는 배운 내용을 다시 확인해 주어 학습 효과를 높여 줍니다. 게다가 Greg는 에너지 넘치고 유쾌해서 수업이 항상 즐거워요. 절대 지루하지 않으니, 수업을 들어보면 분명 후회하지 않을 것입니다!" —김원희


Comments from Editing Clients

"Greg…carefully read and edited most of the essays, helping me with my many difficulties in writing in English. The better-written essays in this book are so mostly because of Greg's attentive editing."
—Professor Daniel Campos, author of Loving Immigrants in America
"Greg has edited my writing for several years, offering not just mechanical corrections but, much more valuable, also insights on how to make a story clearer and more cohesive. I write long-form nonfiction stories about people, places, and ideas that cover a wide range of topics, and Greg is able to give timely and helpful comments on all of them. He’s a gem!"
—Steve Le, educator and writer of Le Mobile Feast
"I have worked on several projects with Greg over the past few years, and he has always provided a fabulous experience. One of those projects was a wedding day speech, and Greg offered exceptional guidance and ongoing feedback to perfect it. He is an engaging, caring, and knowledgeable editor. I am most appreciative to Greg for his accessibility and flexibility in the scheduling of our sessions. I couldn't have asked for better service, and would highly recommend Greg to anyone in need of an expert editor."
—Alex M.

About me

Hello! I'm Greg, the founder of Focused on Language.™With over 15 years of professional experience in education and the arts, I am eager to support your continued exploration of English. I'm a native New Yorker and English speaker, and I know the challenges of learning and becoming comfortable using another language through my own studies of Spanish and Japanese.I have taught adult English language learners at Columbia University's Teachers College and Baruch College, both in New York City; designed and taught courses in English, film, and theatre for middle and high schoolers; and have worked with some of the world's most renowned arts organizations, including the Whitney Museum of American Art, Manhattan Theatre Club, the Joyce Theater (a professional dance organization), and Theatre Communications Group.I hold a B.A. in English and theatre arts, with a minor in economics, from the University of Pennsylvania; an M.A. in arts and humanities education from New York University; and a TESOL ("Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages") certificate from Columbia University’s Teachers College. I am also a graduate of the Teachers College Klingenstein Summer Institute, a training program for independent school educators.

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