High! I’m Karen Francis (Empress Zaria) an English Language Teacher Trainer, Business English Coach, and Curriculum Designer with extensive international teaching experience across Africa, China, the Caribbean, and the U.S.
I specialize in English for Industry, Business English, and Professional Communication—helping students, professionals, and organizations achieve success in today’s global economy. Whether you’re preparing for a business presentation, pursuing studies abroad, or entering fast-growing industries like AI, IT, and computer science, I design solutions that match your goals.
As a U.S. State Department English Language Fellow, I’ve worked with universities, teacher associations, and government institutions to build capacity through custom courses, professional development workshops, and blended learning technologies. My fellowship projects included introducing cutting-edge digital tools for English teaching and learning at the PKFokam Institute of Excellence in Cameroon, where I also trained faculty and supported curriculum development.
Through Haile Selassie I MetaVersity (HSIM), I integrate online and virtual reality-enabled English learning with career-focused training. Students who complete certifications in AI, Coding, or IT gain both language support and internship opportunities, making English learning practical, future-oriented, and industry-ready.
✅ What I Offer on Fiverr
Business English coaching for interviews, meetings, presentations, and workplace success
Professional writing & editing services (reports, resumes, proposals, academic documents)
English for Industry programs tailored for IT, AI, and business professionals
Curriculum design & teacher training workshops for schools, colleges, and organizations
Custom online learning solutions through HSIM, blending e-learning with innovation
My approach combines clear communication, cultural awareness, and professional expertise, making learning English not just about grammar—but about empowerment, opportunity, and global connection.
If you’re looking for a skilled English teacher, business communication coach, or professional writing expert who understands both academic excellence and industry relevance, I’d love to collaborate with you.
Let’s take your English, your career, and your opportunities to the next level.
Updated: Sep 15, 2024
After learning that over 83% of Jamaican students failed the National CXC Exams, US English Language Fellow Alumni, Karen Francis, a newly returning resident to Jamaica, leaped into action. A curriculum designer by profession, the 30 year veteran English teacher quickly began organizing members from the diaspora, social organizations, businesses to lend a helping hand to Jamaican teachers and students.
