Communications Manager and IELTS subject matter expert

(BA, MA)

Justine holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from Ateneo de Manila University. She later completed a Master of Applied Linguistics with Honors at Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand. Her postgraduate work strengthened her expertise in language acquisition, academic English, and the challenges faced by international students adapting to new education systems.

Professionally, she has worked with Berlitz, one of the world’s leading language schools, where she gained practical experience teaching diverse learners and applying internationally recognised teaching methodologies. She also worked as a content editor in Thailand, refining her skills in academic writing, clarity, and language accuracy. In addition, she has extensive experience teaching English to Korean students, giving her insight into the specific linguistic and cultural needs of Asian learners.

With this combination of academic training and international teaching experience, Justine is exceptionally equipped to support students who are preparing for IELTS or applying for a New Zealand student visa. Her background in applied linguistics enables her to teach the kind of structured, high-level English required for IELTS success, while her studies in New Zealand allow her to guide students through the expectations, communication standards, and documentation requirements involved in NZ study pathways.

Overall, her international education, professional teaching experience, and deep understanding of academic English make her a strong mentor for students aiming to study in New Zealand and achieve competitive IELTS scores.

She speaks fluent English (garnered perfect score in IELTS), Tagalog and has pre-intermediate Korean proficiency.