From South AfricaLiving in Tshwane Metro , South Africa (20:57 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Oct 29, 2021
InterestsFoodFilms & TV SeriesTravelMarketingGaming
Hey there! I’m Sandra (SAN-druh), your go-to ESL teacher for confident conversations, ace-worthy test prep (IELTS/TOEIC), and business English that actually works. With 4 years of experience and fluency in English , I specialize in turning textbook English into real-world wins—whether you’re networking, traveling, or gaming online (yes, I’m a fellow gamer!).
My superpower? Making lessons feel like a chat with a friend—spiced with travel stories, pop culture, and zero boring drills. When I’m not teaching, I’m hiking or brainstorming quirky ways to smash language barriers. Let’s light up your English journey—my smile’s just the start!
My creations
Me as a Teacher
Hi! I’m Sandra, an ESL teacher with 4 years of experience helping adults and kids become confident, fluent English speakers. I don’t focus on grammar drills—instead, I use real-life topics and engaging activities to build natural speaking, reading, and writing skills. I specialize in Business English for adults who want to improve communication at work—emails, meetings, and presentations. With kids, lessons are fun, interactive, and age-appropriate. If you want to enjoy learning and use English in real life, I’m here to help!!
My lessons & teaching style
My teaching style is interactive and student-focused, creating a comfortable environment where learning feels natural and fun. I specialize in **conversation**, **reading**, and **writing**, helping students build confidence and fluency. Lessons are tailored to each student’s needs, using real-world materials such as **articles, short stories, and podcasts**, alongside **interactive exercises**. I prioritize conversational practice to improve expression, while also incorporating reading and writing activities to strengthen skills. My approach is motivating, ensuring each lesson is engaging and effective.
My teaching material
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Teaching experience
2021 - 2024
ESL TutorPreply - Pretoria, South Africa
Education
2018 - 2022
Bachelor’s - Marketing ManagementUniversity Of South Africa
Work Experience
2022 - 2023
Tech SupportBetiya Services - Pretoria, South Africa
5.0
Rating
475
Students
3,359
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
5.0
Rating
475
Students
3359
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
124 lessons completed
USD 6.50+
lets conversate!!!!!!!
A1 - C2Conversation2,498 lessons completed
USD 6.50+
Package with 11% off
Test Prep ( Reading, writing and speaking) IELTS, TOEIC , Cambridge and EIKEN
A1 - C2Language Essentials373 lessons completed
USD 6.50+
Package with 11% off
Business English Lesson: Vocabulary and Professional Communication
A1 - C2Language Essentials331 lessons completed
USD 6.50+
Package with 11% off
English for Everyday Life: Stories and Games (Ages 6-12)
A1 - B2Language Essentials27 lessons completed
USD 6.50+
Package with 12% off
Mastering Business English – Workplace Communication & Cultural Integration
A2 - C2Conversation6 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Package with 14% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Vocabulary (6)
Quiz (27)
286 Reviews
Jana Pospíšilová
12 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Oh, I love these classes with a teacher Sandra! I feel like I've met an old friend from the second side of the world....:D Thank you and I am looking forward to meeting you next time! :-)
Nov 6, 2023
Vera
54 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Sandra is really nice and smiley teacher, she help me to be confident. I suggest to learn conversation with her. It is really positive person. 🤩
Dec 11, 2021
Andy
2 English lessons
A very pleasant class experience! The teacher was very friendly and patient, guiding me to come up with the answers. Looking forward to the next class.
Oct 13, 2025
Leah Cheung
16 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
We had a lot of spontaneous conversations which is beneficial for improvingmy speaking skills
Aug 20, 2023
Andy
2 English lessons
The second time I attended Sandra's class, I felt that time flew by in every class!