Start Talking! Step-by-step Guidance Towards Confidence and Fluency
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Start Talking! Step-by-step Guidance Towards Confidence and Fluency
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From NetherlandsLiving in Mexico City, Mexico (14:51 UTC-06:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Apr 18, 2022
Hi! My name is Merel, I’m 25 years old and based in Mexico City. I was born in the Netherlands, and I’m a bilingual speaker of English. I attended English bilingual schools while growing up, and I speak with an American accent. I have a Master’s degree in English Comparative Literature. Growing up in different countries, I was thrown into the deep end and forced to learn new languages from a young age. I know that learning a new language can be daunting, but I also believe that they are amazing gateways to new cultural experiences and ways of perceiving the world. I admire anyone who is trying to expand their worldview, and I’m happy to dedicate myself to helping you do so confidently.
Me as a Teacher
I’m a patient and committed teacher, who values your comfort and confidence above all. My golden rule when it comes to learning new languages, is to not let fear or self-doubt keep you from trying. The most important part is to take the plunge and to start speaking, even if that means making mistakes. In my class, you will find a safe space to make mistakes as well as progress. I strive to work with diligence, enthusiasm, and empathy, to keep you consistently practicing and having fun while doing so.
My lessons & teaching style
I’m happy to offer a trial class to discuss your personal needs, level, and goals. My conversational classes can help you put your knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation into practice. I can also offer tailored classes with complementary study material to help you improve your reading, writing, grammar or pronunciation where needed. Together, we can make sure that you can accurately express yourself according to your goals - whether it’s making dinner plans with a friend, excelling at a job interview, expressing your opinion, or ordering food at a restaurant.
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Rating
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Students
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Lessons
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Attendance
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5.0
Rating
37
Students
259
Lessons
100%
Attendance
98%
Response
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
18 lessons completed
USD 5.40+
Conversational English for Beginners
A1General23 lessons completed
USD 7.50+
Package with 20% off
Conversational English for Intermediate/Advanced
B1General218 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Package with 16% off
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11 Reviews
Bohdan Velykyi
2 English lessons
She is very pleasant to communicate with me. She knows many topics to talk about and has excellent English pronunciation.
Apr 19, 2023
Lorenzo Tozzo
1 English lesson
Merel is very polite and was very helpful with her advices for my job interview.
Aug 25, 2022
Pablo Moraes
9 English lessons
Merel is amazing, she gives you interesting material. Her classes are very fluid and very well directed. All her attention is focused on you and your learning, and she motivates you to keep learning.
Aug 10, 2022
Annachiara Manera
20 English lessons
Best teacher ever!!!
Jul 26, 2022
Irina Barady
33 English lessons
I really enjoy every class with Merel. After the working day it’s a great way to switch the focus and learn something new but at the same time to have fun. She is a professional with a broad and very reach vocabulary