Hester Smit
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Hester Smit
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Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
Native
Portuguese
German
Hebrew
Other
Specialties
KidsTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
Native
Portuguese
German
Hebrew
Other
Specialties
KidsFrom South AfricaLiving in Stellenbosch, South Africa (10:01 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Nov 3, 2021Interest topicTravelPets & AnimalsFood
I have 6 years of experience in teaching children and teenagers English on a native level and another, almost 3 years, of teaching online. I have studied other languages and understand the process of learning a new language. In addition to this, I have a bachelor's degree, a TEFL certificate, and a TEYL (Teaching English to Young Learners) certificate.
I love outdoor activities, especially hiking in the mountains, or along the sea with my family and friends. As a family, we love cooking, baking, and trying out new recipes, as well as, inviting friends over with whom to enjoy it.Me as a Teacher
I love languages and it inspires me to teach and see how my students develop and grow in what they learn. I am patient, kind, and dedicated to reaching the student's specific goals. I love to encourage and support.My lessons & teaching style
I customize each lesson or course to fulfill the needs of each, individual student. I am available to practice conversational skills, as well as, for the teaching of general English, from the Beginner's level up to the Advanced. Attention will also be given to speaking, grammar, pronunciation, learning new vocabulary, listening, reading, and writing.
If my current calendar doesn't have a time slot open that suits you, please message me and tell me which time will suit you best and I will see if I can open up that time slot for you.My teaching material
- Articles and news
- PDF file
- Video files
Certificates
Teaching English to Young Learners - World Tesol Academy - 2024I was required to study the Teaching English to Young Learners course material of World Tesol Academy and then pass the exam with 80%.
Certificate verified
5.0
Rating
61
Students
665
Lessons
100%
Attendance
100%
Response
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
47 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
English Conversation Practice with attention to Grammar, Pronunciation and New Vocabulary
A1 - C1Conversation369 lessons completed
USD 6.50+
Package with 5% off
General English
A1 - C1Language Essentials241 lessons completed
USD 6.50+
Package with 5% off
English for Children
A1 - B2Kids0 lessons completed
USD 6.50+
Package with 5% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
25 Reviews
Yana
46 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Dear Hester ,
i’m going to the US very soon. I’m very grateful to you for all our lessons. You always found very interesting materials for our lessons, the newest articles, useful words, therefore i enjoyed every lesson. You also helped me with preparing for a visa interview in the USA, and it was successful!! Learning English for many years in Russia with other teachers , it was hard for me to understand foreigners , but you helped me to improve my skills)
Aug 7, 2023
Valquiria Bolzon
5 English lessons
I like so much the classes with Hester. We always discuss about a new and interesting theme.
Mar 14, 2024
Valquiria Bolzon
5 English lessons
Hester is lovely person and creative teacher. I like very much my first lesson with her!
Mar 1, 2024
GabrielaGoicochea
32 English lessons
I loved the class. I enjoyed it a lot. Teacher is excellent and she has a good teaching method.
Feb 1, 2024
Martins RigoloPaula
47 English lessons
Professora maravilhosa é bem paciência, explica muito bem.Eu amei a aula🥰
Oct 12, 2023
Yana
46 English lessons
the best lesson , that i ever had
Aug 7, 2023
Trial Lesson
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