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Awethu Hope Tshengu
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Multi-lingual TEFL-certified teacher who helps you articulate yourself better
Teaches
English
Native
Xhosa
Native
Speaks
Zulu
Afrikaans
Greek
Hebrew
Multi-lingual TEFL-certified teacher who helps you articulate yourself better
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From South AfricaLiving in Johannesburg, South Africa (07:29 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Dec 2, 2021InterestsTravelTechFashion & BeautyMedical & HealthcareFood
My name is Awethu, also known as Hope. I am a native English speaker from South Africa. I am passionate about both learning and teaching. Language is pivitol in the art of communication, that's why I invest in teaching languages. I am currently working towards obtaining my Masters degree in Theology & Psychology.
For the past 5 years I have been developing future leaders with the skills necessary to make this world a better place. I participate in several community development programs in South Africa; from charity work to cleaning our cities, as well as offering First Aid training. I am a Cadet Officer and leader under the Order St John Brigade, an international healthcare and welfare NPO.Me as a Teacher
I am a TEFL certified teacher. I have spoken English since I was a child. I am experienced in teaching English informally in townships where students struggle with learning in English, and 3 years experience of teaching English as a foreign language online.
I have always done exceptionally well in English at school, as a result I joined the Debating and Writing Society. I have debated in the World Schools Debating Style from 2014 to 2017. Having become the best speaker at many competitions, I then went on to do an Adjudication course, qualifying me as an English Debating adjudicator.
As a theologian by profession, I also teach biblical studies in English at conferences and workshops.My lessons & teaching style
I approach and teach English as a language art; an art of communication. Using creative techniques, I am able to assist students remember grammar rules with ease. I focus on helping intermediate English speakers advance to a level of fluency. I pay close attention to accent, vocabulary and word pronunciation. I structure my classes in such a way that they are informative yet give the student sufficient time to apply what is learnt through practical class exercises. 50% of my lessons are conversational, 25% is reading and 25% writing. This variety ensures holistic English learning and promotes accuracy.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
4.9
Rating
112
Students
532
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
96%
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Xhosa Lessons
Xhosa
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Trial Lesson
52 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
IsiXhosa
A1 - C2Language Essentials127 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
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34 Reviews
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Xhosa
English
Sidney
15 Xhosa lessons
Teacher’s pick
Awethu is a great teacher - She allows you to ask questions during the lesson and explains a concept until you understand it. She is patient and encourages you. She also encourages learning by yourself through homework and activities.
Jul 7, 2025
Merveille Van Eck
4 Xhosa lessons
Teacher’s pick
Awethu is a brilliant teacher and is very comfortable with adapting to her students’ needs. She has a large pool of cultural, anecdotal and academic knowledge to support her teaching style.
Aug 11, 2023
Colm
1 Xhosa lesson
Great introduction. Looking forward to more!
Jul 31, 2025
Олеся Владимировна
13 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Avethu is wonderful teacher. She is qualified and friendly. She is very open. Avethu always prepare interesting topics for discussion. I really enjoy our classes.
May 26, 2025
Sidney
15 Xhosa lessons
Awethu has such a deep understanding of languages and it shows through her teaching and teaching style. She tries to relate the content to your native language and always makes examples on how to use different concepts. She is passionate about helping you understand the language and fluently speak it with the right pronunciation and context.
Oct 6, 2025
Darrell Ashworth
1 English lesson
Amazing lesson!
Jul 22, 2025
Trial Lesson
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