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Kobus Botha
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Professional TeacherTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
Other
Specialties
BusinessFrom Classroom to Real Life – English That Works for You ✅
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
Other
Specialties
BusinessFrom Classroom to Real Life – English That Works for You ✅
About Me
Resume & Certificates
From South AfricaLiving in Cape Town, South Africa (02:26 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 4, 2023InterestsEnvironment & NatureSports & FitnessTravelTechBusiness & Finance
🌟 Business, Travel & Parenting English Specialist 🌟
TEFL-certified tutor with 18+ years of real-world expertise—from boardrooms to mountain trails! I help:
✔ Professionals refine Business English for confident negotiations.
✔ Travellers master practical phrases with cultural insights.
✔ Parents blend language learning with child-friendly strategies.
As a pro cyclist and outdoor enthusiast, I weave passion into lessons—because fluency thrives when learning feels alive. Let’s turn goals into victories!
🌟 Why Learn with Me?
Beyond teaching English, I’m an adventurous soul who loves the outdoors, cycling, off-road driving, and exploring new places. I bring that same energy, passion, and curiosity into my lessons, making them fun, practical, and motivating.
With my TEFL and Business English certifications, I can guide you through Conversational English, Business English, Travel English, and Kids’ English. I also enjoy real-life discussions about personal growth, sports, coaching, and life skills — so our conversations go far beyond textbooks.
📆 Your Journey Awaits
Learning English with me isn’t just about grammar and vocabulary. It’s about building confidence, connection, and opportunity.
📚 Teaching Experience
With my TEFL and Business English certifications, plus years of experience, I help students confidently progress through the full spectrum of English learning. Whether you need Conversational English, Business English, Travel English, or English for Kids, I’ve got yo...My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Test templates and examples
Certificates
120-hour TEFL Course - TEFL/TESOL Certificate - 2022Introduction & warmers, Classroom discipline, Classroom management,
Elicitation techniques, Using the board, Grammar structure,
Learner feelings, Concept checking, Practice activities,
Student practice, Drama & role play, Pronunciation,
Teaching all four skills, Teaching grammar, Error correction,
Creating materials, Evaluating and testing, Teaching young learners,
Business English and Teaching online
Certificate verified
Foundations of Business - Stellenbosch University - 2012
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2022 - 2024
Online English Tutor📚 With my experience, TEFL and Business certifications, you can trust my expertise to guide you through the entire spectrum of English proficiency. My spectrum includes Conversational English, Business English, Travel English, and kids' English. My lessons are fun, humorous, and interactive and I always let you feel at ease.
2019 - 2021
Driver Trainer / InstructorI trained many drivers to become better, and safer drivers to carry passengers for the work industry.
Education
2019 - 2019
Other - Grandmasters of SuccessAbility to lead students onto the road to success
2010 - 2011
Other - Adventure Guide: MountaineeringIssued by Theta: Tourism, Hospitality & Sport, Education & Training Authority.
Adventure Site Guide for Mountaineering
2008 - 2012
Bachelor’s - Foundations in Business
2003 - 2007
Other - Senior CertificateHigh School Diploma Gr. 12
2011 - 2011
Other - Advanced 4x4 TechniquesApply advanced techniques for operating four wheel drive (4WD) vehicles in on-road and off-road conditions
2022 - 2022
Bachelor’s - 120-hour TEFL Course2022
eTEFL Online Teacher Training
- Certificate: 120-hour TEFL
Course
2019
LMI – Leadership Management
International Incorporated
- Certificate. Grandmasters of
Success Course
2010
- Venture Forth International -
THETA Accredited
- Certificate. Mountaineering
Adventure Guide
2008
University of Stellenbosch
Louis Group Business Academy
- Certificate. Foundations of
Business
Work Experience
2020 - 2022
Sales ExecutiveNegotiations in Corporate Business and Sales – 15 years of experience
5.0
Rating
12
Students
310
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
98%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
7 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
Conversational English for Traveling
A1 - C2Conversation12 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 20% off
Conversational English
A1 - C2Conversation218 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 20% off
English for Business
A1 - C2Business62 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 34% off
English for Mechanics, 4x4, and Off-Road Driving
A1 - C2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 23% off
English for Mechanics, 4x4, and Off-Road Driving
A1 - C2Business0 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 23% off
Availability
2 Reviews
Lucy
116 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Thank a lot for a such productive lesson! After each lesson I feel more confident in a conversation practice. Also you make an amazing explanation of tough words or phrases! Many thanks and my best wishes!
Dec 20, 2023
Lucy
116 English lessons
Thank you for the lesson! I appreciate your wonderful manner to support me in my speech and make a remembering association. Very clear, useful and productive conversation!
Jan 24, 2024
Trial Lesson
USD 5.00
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