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Simply Ieva

Hey, ESL educators! (psst.... that's ALL of us)

Are you ready to go from feeling ill-equipped to reach ELs in your classroom to fully embracing the idea that ALL teachers are teachers of language?

ESL beginner, ESL newcomer, ELL beginner

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Wondering where to begin when a new English learner shows up in your school and classroom and how to ensure they are engaged in your lessons? Here is a classroom teacher's empowerment guide that help you go from confused to well-prepared with the tips on social expectations and how to adjust instruction and communication.

I'm Ieva Grauslys

(first name pronounced Yeh-va)

Ieva has led hundreds of teachers from feeling ill equipped to reach ELs in their classrooms to fully embracing the idea that ALL teachers are teachers of language.

“Ieva is simply amazing! She was so friendly and kind. Before the coaching call I was able to fill out a survey with some questions. Ieva read each question and showed up with detailed answers and suggestions. She listened to every concern I had and gave practical advice. She is extremely insightful and knowledgeable and has many years experience both as an ESL learner and teacher,”  – Stacie V.

I’m so happy I connected with you. I always look forward to our meetings because I feel like we can talk it out and I take a breath of relief and say to myself: “Okay, I’m on the right track. Ieva’s giving me such amazing stuff and my planning time is literally cut in half!” – Leah M.

 

How am I different from other EL Instructional consultants?​

Ieva’s superpower is the ability to connect with students and teachers alike through listening openly and accepting their teaching and learning situations for what they are. She has a knack for helping teachers see ways how they can simplify yet amplify their lessons to meet the needs of multilingual learners and, in turn, all students.

Why should you choose me to transform your school culture in regards to reaching multilingual learners?​

Originally from Lithuania, Ieva has been on both sides of the table – as an English learner and now as the teacher of multilingual students.

She started learning English in 5th grade, and it quickly became one of her favorite subjects. Then, at 15, she won a national English language competition and 6th months of living and studying in the United States, which was a pivotal moment shaping the entire course of her life.

From a tiny Baltic State recovering from Soviet oppression right to a developed Western country – the culture shock was indescribable and the learning experience priceless.

She has since gotten her BA in English and Literature and a Master’s in Teaching English as a Foreign Language, and has been the advocate of EL students and the guide for teachers of all multilingual learners for over 15 years.

Still, every time a new multilingual learner enters the school, Ieva always remembers the feeling she had when she was 16 and and in the U.S.A. – totally overwhelmed but deep down knowing that she can do it, only without a clue how – and the hope that the teachers will be there to help her navigate.

That’s why she is so  passionate about teaching English learners and helping all teachers realize that they, too, can work magic and unlock unlimited potential in their students with the right strategies and tools. 

Ieva has had the experience of being on both sides of the table (classroom, if you will) – as an EFL/EL student and now an EL teacher. She has tremendous empathy for and connection with her students because she knows exactly what they are going through

Who are my EL consulting services for?

If you are a teacher who has multilingual learners – even just ONE – in your classroom, my experience and expertise is for you!

If you are a school administrator, who is wondering how they can streamline their EL program so multilingual students are seen and services as an integral part of the student body by embracing the notion that all teachers are teachers of language (NOT just the EL specialist), then my experience and expertise is for you!

How can I work with you?

Book a $0 session “Lead ELs to Progress Without Overwhelm” and let’s chat!

This free session is by application only and you can find more information by clicking the button below. 

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Client Love

“Thank you for being a genuinely helpful mentor!”

Thank you for being a genuinely helpful mentor! ESL is a very unique and often lonely field to be a part of, and especially for a new teacher, your Teacher Boss Society is an incredible resource".

- Danielle S.
Simply Ieva
2020-07-21T16:56:41-04:00
Thank you for being a genuinely helpful mentor! ESL is a very unique and often lonely field to be a part of, and especially for a new teacher, your Teacher Boss Society is an incredible resource". - Danielle S.

“I am so glad I’ve found you”

I am so glad I found you: you are making this year a dream and we haven't even begun yet! It's tough to know what's what in the ESL world - thanks for having waded through all that and providing digestible info!

-Laura Gordon
Simply Ieva
2020-07-21T16:58:04-04:00
I am so glad I found you: you are making this year a dream and we haven't even begun yet! It's tough to know what's what in the ESL world - thanks for having waded through all that and providing digestible info! -Laura Gordon

“One of the best webinars that I have attended”

This was one of the best webinars I have attended. It took a lot of the confusion about teaching ESL students out of my day to day. Thanks for the comments about not having to be perfect!

-Patti
Simply Ieva
2020-07-21T16:59:05-04:00
This was one of the best webinars I have attended. It took a lot of the confusion about teaching ESL students out of my day to day. Thanks for the comments about not having to be perfect! -Patti
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Simply Ieva

Hey! I'm Ieva!

It is my passion not only to teach my students but also to help other ESL teachers reclaim their time, become less stressed and more confident in what they do.