From South AfricaLiving in Tshwane Metro , South Africa (05:32 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
495
Students
3,636
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
5.0
Rating
495
Students
3636
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
133 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
lets conversate!!!!!!!
A1 - C2Conversation2,688 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Package with 10% off
Test Prep ( Reading, writing and speaking) IELTS, TOEIC , Cambridge and EIKEN
A1 - C2Language Essentials416 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Package with 10% off
Business English Lesson: Vocabulary and Professional Communication
A1 - C2Language Essentials341 lessons completed
USD 7.50+
Package with 10% off
English for Everyday Life: Stories and Games (Ages 6-12)
A1 - B2Language Essentials52 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Package with 10% off
Ace Your Interview: Business English Coaching for Career Success (All Levels)
A1 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Package with 10% off
Availability
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My creations
Vocabulary (6)
Quiz (29)
291 Reviews
Jana Pospíšilová
21 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
Olena
8 English lessons
My daughter LOVED the lesson!
Feb 15, 2026
Leah Cheung
30 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
We had a lot of spontaneous conversations which is beneficial for improvingmy speaking skills
Aug 20, 2023
Nathalie
1 English lesson
Sandra is a very kind and dynamic person. I really enjoyed my first lesson. It was funny 😊
Feb 15, 2026
Olena
8 English lessons
Amazing teacher :) my daughter loved the lesson
Thank you