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Siya
Professional TeacherTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
ESL teacher with over 10 years of experience
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
ESL teacher with over 10 years of experience
About Me
Resume & Certificates
From South AfricaLiving in Nelson Mandela, South Africa (08:04 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 7, 2014InterestsArtEnvironment & NatureTravelFilms & TV SeriesReading
Hello! I am an experienced ESL teacher from South Africa and I've been teaching English online since 2012. I'm passionate about exploring different cultures and am excited to learn more about you and your country. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, camping, yoga and traveling.
As a teacher, I strive to be adaptable and tailor my lessons to meet each student's needs. With over 10 years of experience, I'm well-versed in the challenges non-native speakers often face, and I work diligently to address these while ensuring that lessons remain informative and engaging. Understanding that learning can sometimes be daunting, I aim to create a relaxed and supportive atmosphere in every session.
Which lessons are right for you?
• Everyday English Mastery: If you want to build confidence and fluency.
• Professional English: If you aim to improve your grammar or expand your vocabulary for interviews, meetings and presentations.
• Exam Preparation: If you're preparing for tests like IELTS, CAE, or TOEFL.
In each lesson, I use materials tailored to the lesson type. For instance, in a conversation lesson, I might use articles or short videos to stimulate discussion. For exam preparation, I may incorporate sample tests to enhance your familiarity and readiness. I'm also open to suggestions and willing to incorporate any materials that could be beneficial.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
TEFL - i-to-i - 2012The TEFL certification qualifies me to teach students at all levels, from beginners starting their English journey to advanced learners refining their skills. This training equips me to support students in various contexts, whether they’re preparing for English proficiency exams or developing English skills. Additionally, the TEFL course emphasized the importance of lesson planning and cultural awareness, which are crucial components in delivering effective and inclusive instruction.
Certificate verified
Education
2011 - 2013
Other - Tevelvision Production and CommunicationI've received a diploma in Television production. This included modules on presentations and communication.
Work Experience
2012 - 2014
Teacher, Corrector and examinerI taught English online at EF for two years, where I conducted both group lessons (2-8 students) and private lessons, focusing on business lessons, exam preparation, grammar, vocabulary, and conversation skills. I also provided daily corrections for written assignments. My students ranged from beginners to advanced learners (A1-C2).
5.0
Rating
1,110
Students
8,999
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
462 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Everyday English Mastery
A1 - C2Conversation5,444 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 12% off
Professional English: Interview & Presentation Prep
B1 - C2Language Essentials69 lessons completed
USD 19.00+
Package with 11% off
English Exam Essentials: Speaking & Writing
A2 - C2Language Essentials26 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 10% off
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26 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Siya was the best teacher I could have ever imagined. She supported me in preparing for the Cambridge Advanced Exam. Her patience, warmth, and great sense of humor created a safe and encouraging atmosphere, which really helped me make progress. Siya was always very conscientious and professional. I genuinely looked forward to every lesson with her. I can highly recommend Siya to anyone looking for an outstanding teacher!
Apr 26, 2025
Martina Gori
6 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
She's an amazing teacher, I'm improving my speaking for IELTS and she's giving me great advices and corrections.
Aug 29, 2016
Francesca Repetti
3 English lessons
Simpatica, accogliente, disponibile. Ti ascolta, ti coinvolge e cerca argomenti che possano interessare entrambe. Molto consigliata!
Feb 4, 2026
Andreza
35 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
It is incredible how I feel more comfortable to express me and share knowledge with Siya. The class flies. Sometimes I propose one type of lesson/class and other she brings a rich material for we discuss. I can see my progress in each class. It's very important share cultural knowledge with her, because Syia lives in South Africa and me in Brazil, so have a lot of subjects in common and other extremely different and that's makes my class will be exciting.
Oct 7, 2020
Lynh
1 English lesson
Le professeur a été géniale ce qui est moins c’est l’application qui coupe en plein milieu d’une conversation au bout de 30min
May 7, 2026
Sabine
10 English lessons
Very nice conversation today with Siya about the language deemed offensive in literature! Thank you 😊
Nov 14, 2025
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