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Gina Potgieter
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Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
Italian
Other
Certified TEFL Teacher
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
Italian
Other
Certified TEFL Teacher
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
FromĀ South AfricaLiving in KwaDukuza, South AfricaĀ (18:03Ā UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Dec 1, 2021InterestsSports & FitnessFoodFilms & TV SeriesBusiness & FinanceTravel
Hi! Iām Gina, a certified TEFL teacher with 8+ years of experience specializing in conversational English, business vocabulary, and IELTS prep. My neutral South African accent ensures clear communication, perfect for students aiming for fluency or professional growth.
Growing up in a multicultural family (Italian-Chilean and Irish-South African roots), Iāve mastered adapting to diverse perspectivesāmaking lessons inclusive and engaging. Whether youāre a busy professional, a travel enthusiast, or a young learner, Iāll tailor our sessions to your goals with energy and empathy.
When not teaching, Iām an adventure seekerāthink motorbikes, safaris, or cliff jumps! This fearless spirit translatesMe as a Teacher
As a TEFL teacher with over eight years of experience, I take great pride in helping students reach their language goals. I personalize my lessons by understanding each studentās interests, strengths, and challenges. My classes are engaging, supportive, and paced to suit individual needs. I use gestures, TPR, visuals, and props to create a fun and comfortable learning environment that encourages communication and builds confidence.My lessons & teaching style
My lessons are carefully planned based on each studentās needs and interests. I use a range of course materials and textbooks to design effective and engaging sessions. I enjoy being expressive and incorporating visuals to ensure students clearly understand the content.
My teaching approach is highly interactive and student-centered. I use methods such as role-play, open discussions, textbook exercises, self-correction, and educational games to keep lessons dynamic and effective.
I offer courses in:
šGeneral English
šConversational English
šIELTS Preparation
šBusiness English
šEnglish for Kids
šAdults: Pre-Intermediate to Proficient
šChildren: Beginner to AdvancedMy teaching material
- PDF file
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
i-to-i TEFL/TESOL 140 hours - i-to-i Institution - 2015
Certificate verified
Work Experience
2005 - 2013
WaitressI started working in my family restaurant from a very young age. Working in the hospitality industry allowed me to build strong people skills. It taught me how to work and get along with different personalities, which I apply in my lessons.
2013 - 2014
PromotorWorking as a promotor, I learnt how to encourage people into buying the product I was promoting. Today, I use this skill in my classroom to encourage my students to achieve their goals in the English language.
2017 - 2018
ManagerWorking as a manager taught me to be diligent and punctual. It also taught me to become a good problem-solver. This has added to my professionalism as a teacher and it has helped me to be creative in my problem-solving with my students. When I have a student that has difficulty understanding or communicating in class, my experience with problem-solving helps me to help my student overcome such difficulties.
2015 - 2015
Internship- TeacherThis experience taught me how to work with children and how to be patient with my students. Working in person, in a classroom with children taught me how to engage them and how to keep their concentration.
2015 - 2016
Au PairAu Pairing taught me to be creative and flexible but also structured to a certain extend. This has helped me in my classes. Understanding that people are individuals and that one method of teaching doesn't work for everyone. This is why I love to tailor my lessons to my students.
2018 - 2019
Online English TeacherI gained experience with teaching professional adults at Brentphone. I learnt how to prepare my students for interviews and help them with conversational skills in the workplace as well as in everyday life.
2019 - 2021
Online English TeacherI gained experience with IELTS Preparation and Business English at this company.
2017 - 2018
Online English TeacherThe first online English company I worked for taught me how to teach children on a virtual platform. I learnt how to use TPR effectively and how to change or add class materials to my lessons to make my lessons more interesting and enjoyable for my students.
5.0
Rating
124
Students
586
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
98%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
57 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
English Conversation & Error Correction
A2Ā -Ā C2Language Essentials286 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 8% off
Interview or Test Preparation for TESOL/IELTS
B1Ā -Ā C2Language Essentials2 lessons completed
USD 19.00+
Business Vocabulary Builder & Conversational Booster
B1Ā -Ā C2Language Essentials5 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
English For Kids
A2Ā -Ā C2Language Essentials11 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Availability
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26 Reviews
Esra Gunes
1 English lesson
Teacherās pick
Gina is a very nice and patient teacher. She gave me good advices. I found it very good, that she made notices of my mistakes and let me correct them first after she corrected them. She is a real professional teacher. I hope to see her soon again.
Thank you, Gina.
Sep 29, 2022
Fedo Rama
2 English lessons
dĆ©solĆ©e mais j'ai mĆŖme pas pu faire la leƧon la prof Ć©tait lĆ mais je ne savais pas comment m'y prendre pour pouvoir faire cours et on a dĆ» confirmer sans le faire. Ce serait mieux de mettre en Ć©vidence l'icĆ“ne " enter the class"
Sep 18, 2025
Alex
4 English lessons
it was a trial lesson. introducing each other and the teacher communicate her method of teaching.
Everything was great and better than expected.
May 4, 2025
Freya
1 English lesson
Teacherās pick
Gina is so optimistic and energetic! Her smile is touching and I'm deeply immersed in the happy conversation with her!š
Apr 25, 2022
Ralf Schmauder
1 English lesson
I had a trial lesson with Gina and was very impressed. She is professional, well-prepared, and creates a comfortable learning environment. I appreciated her clear explanations and structured approach. I would gladly recommend her to other learners.
Aug 3, 2025
mantungwa Ndlangaman
1 English lesson
Best lesson ever looking forward to others
Oct 18, 2024
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