THE SPEECH COACH COLLECTIVE
is an exclusive, online professional development community and mastermind group for ESL teachers, pronunciation instructors, accent modification specialists, dialect coaches, and speech enthusiasts who are ready to build high-ticket speech improvement programs and start charging premium rates for our specialized expertise.
The Collective is only available to students who have completed an Accent Channel training.
Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, our resource library, private community and LIVE MEETINGS every other week will provide you with practical strategies to attract more students, proven techniques to expand your teaching skills, and a supportive community to learn and collaborate.
We meet every other week to talk, vent, brainstorm, troubleshoot, network, get motivated, hold each other accountable, encourage collaborations, learn from guest speakers and industry experts, and build our businesses.
We interact in our private community to share resources, discuss the latest research and training techniques, get feedback on our marketing materials, and talk about anything related to accents, dialects, and pronunciation.
Exclusive Materials that your students can't get anywhere else: Get access to our comprehensive Student Practice Portal with ready-to-use videos, audios, and practice sheets covering all essential aspects of American English that will save you countless hours of preparation time and make homework assignments effortless.
Keep students motivated and actively participating in their speech improvement, with the same materials that have produced exceptional results for Jessica's students, and other ESL teachers and accent coaches worldwide.
Benefits
✅ Live Meetups every other week to stay motivated and engaged.
✅ Connect with like-minded people in a Private Community, off Facebook.
✅ Access a goldmine of valuable content with an extensive library of replays of past live sessions.
✅ Get the expert knowledge you need with instructor video tutorials for how to effectively teach rhythm, intonation, vowels, consonants, and many other important features of American English.
✅ Drastically reduce planning and prep time by using our Student Practice Portal with your students (over 325 video lessons, downloadable PDFs, and audio lessons to share with your students).
HERE'S HOW IT WORKS
Live Strategy Sessions Every Other Week
We meet every other week to talk, vent, brainstorm, troubleshoot, network, get motivated, hold each other accountable, encourage collaborations, learn from guest speakers and industry experts, etc.
You can ask questions, get feedback on your teaching or marketing, or troubleshoot any problems that you’re having. We can also just talk about speech stuff or blocks that you are facing in your business.
NOTE TO SPEECH PATHOLOGISTS ABOUT EARNING CE HOURS and professional development for accent reduction: Although live sessions are not approved for earning ASHA CEUs, we do document attendance and will provide a certificate of attendance on request, so you can use these sessions to earn Professional Development Hours. Learn about the difference between ASHA CEUs and CMHs here.
You'll also get access to an extensive library of past sessions, so you can review and learn at your own pace.
In recent sessions we have covered:
- Using ChatGPT and Open AI for marketing and teaching
- Listening practice and mock assessments to improve our evaluation skills
- How to teach rhythm and intonation of the American accent
- How to film, edit, and create promo videos on a tight budget
- Should you post rates on your website?
- Is there such a thing as too much feedback?
- Systems to run your business more efficiently
- Using Instagram and TikTok to find new students
- Creative ways (beyond private sessions) to increase revenue and grow your business.
- What goes into a Facebook/Google Ad (with my template)
- What you REALLY need on your website when you are just starting out
- What to consider when working with a student with a very mild accent (i.e. you don't think they need your services)
- Crafting emails that get engagement and make sales
- What to do with students/clients who just want to talk (and not work on sounds or anything specific)
- Affiliates as an extra stream of income
- How to ask for testimonials without making it awkward
- Improving client retention
- How to easily create an email video course
- How offering long-term support benefits our students AND our business
And so much more...
Replays are available and all students may submit questions whether they attend live or not.
Private Community
Expand your knowledge, improve your coaching techniques, or simply connect with like-minded professionals. We invite you to join the conversation and benefit from the collective wisdom and experience of our community.
The Accent Channel Practice Libraries
Instructor tutorials on how to teach rhythm, intonation, and every sound of American English PLUS over 325 ready-to-use materials that will save you countless hours of preparation time. Downloadable PDFs and audio lessons easily adapt to all teaching environments and keep students motivated and actively participating in their speech improvement, with exceptional results reported by ESL teachers and accent coaches worldwide.
Immediate access to all content.
At The Speech Coach Collective, we understand the challenges faced by speech coaches and accent and dialect teachers when it comes to finding new clients and promoting their services effectively. That's why we've created a dynamic community where you can gain the knowledge and tools you need to succeed in this competitive field.
Join us as we dive deep into the world of marketing to discover proven techniques to effectively reach your target audience, create compelling content, and establish a strong online presence. From social media marketing to building an email list, we cover a wide range of topics to help you find more students and grow your business.
If you're passionate about helping speakers master the art of effective communication, our resources will help you become a well-rounded and highly skilled instructor. Get expert info on a wide range of topics, including speech and voice exercises, accent training strategies, dialect analysis, ideas for session activities and homework, professional development for accent modification, and much more.
We believe that effective communication is a vital skill that can transform lives, and we're here to equip you with the tools you need to elevate your coaching abilities and deliver exceptional results to your students.
Meet Jessica Kijowski, MS, CCC-SLP, the creator of The Speech Coach Collective.
I'm an ASHA certified Speech-Language Pathologist with over two decades of experience specializing in accents, dialects, and pronunciation. I've had the pleasure of working with some truly amazing speakers! From award-winning actors and models to executives, lawyers, diplomats, and professional voice users – you name it, I've seen it all.
In 2014, I started my own accent training private practice from scratch with ZERO students. I now have a full caseload with a months long waitlist. This firsthand experience has given me valuable insights into the excitement and challenges of building a business in this exciting field and I want to share them all with you!
I'm not only dedicated to working with students; I also train teachers to master accents and pronunciation. By empowering teachers with these skills, they can build their own speech coaching businesses or side hustles, transforming the lives of their own students. I have personally spoken to countless individuals out there seeking dedicated accent instructors to overcome communication obstacles that hinder their professional growth, self-esteem, and social interactions.
If you’re a teacher looking to build a business and make a difference in the lives of your own students, I'm here to support you every step of the way. I'm excited to share every bit of my extensive experience with you inside the SCC.
Unlock a wealth of knowledge, inspiration, and resources to empower your students to communicate more effectively, one word at a time.
