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Pat (Bus. English)
Professional TeacherTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
French
Japanese
Chinese (Mandarin)
Spanish
Specialties
BusinessProfessional Business English. TESOL Certified. College Professor, Business Consultant 15 years
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
French
Japanese
Chinese (Mandarin)
Spanish
Specialties
BusinessProfessional Business English. TESOL Certified. College Professor, Business Consultant 15 years
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From CanadaLiving in Other, Canada (08:08 UTC-04:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jan 28, 2026InterestsFilms & TV SeriesMarketingBusiness & FinanceMusicTech
Hi. To learn more about me, I invite you to view my Introduction Video :)
When I'm not teaching English, I'm a business consultant living in Toronto, Canada. My clients include senior leaders from academic institutions, corporations, as well as professional business coaches. I've lived in Japan, Taiwan, and I've studied many languages including French, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, and most recently Spanish. I enjoy listening to podcasts, as well as creating them, and I also enjoy learning new languages and meeting new people.Me as a Teacher
As a teacher, my focus is on my students. In my professional life, I host a variety of podcasts, and I am comfortable creating fun, entertaining classes that help your English really improve.
Also, as a business consultant, I have extensive experience in business and the corporate world. For my Business English students, I use my business knowledge to help you gain confidence in speaking and understanding English. I understand how important it is to speak effectively and confidently in business, and that is where I can really help you. My lessons & teaching style
Each class is centered on you.
For my Business English students who want to sound professional and confident, my classes can include sales English, management English, negotiation in English, and giving presentations in English, so that you can be confident in every business situation.
For my non-business English students, we look at movies, Netflix, and we can practice scenes from actual movie scripts to improve your fluency and vocabulary, and is also really fun!
All of my classes are fun, and focus on your English goals.
For my non-business students, we can focus on your conversation, discussing a wide range of topics that you find interesting. And most of all, we will have fun!My teaching material
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Audio files
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
Certificates
Business English Certificate - Coventry House International - 2026
Certificate verified
Press Release from Forbes Business Councils - Forbes Business Councils - 2020As per the FAQ in the knowledge base, this letter from Forbes can confirm my business qualifications, which can be used to allow me to teach using the "Business" category in iTalkie. Thank you!
Certificate verified
Teaching English as a Second Language - University of Toronto - 1991In this 2-year post-graduate teaching certificate program, we focused on language acquisition for adults, adult learning strategies, prescriptive and descriptive English grammar, among many other things.
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2016 - 2025
Business ProfessorIn this International Business Program, I taught Business and Technology. This included sales negotiation, marketing, as well as technology used in launching and running a business.
2013 - 2017
Advanced English for SalesAs a business consultant designing and delivering sales and leadership training, I trained sales associates and leaders for clients such as Telus International, Scotiabank, and many others. I also taught language-based leadership strategies (which I look forward to using with my students on iTalki)
Education
1988 - 1991
Bachelor’s - EnglishIn this program we studied all aspects of both English language, with a focus on literature and communication
Work Experience
2012 - Current
Business ConsultantAs a business consultant, I work with executives, sales professionals, and other business leaders to help improve their business through creating effective websites, marketing, and sales strategies. My clients have included Scotiabank, Tommy Hilfiger, and other well known brands.
2023 - 2024
On Air Radio AnnouncerAs an On Air Radio Announcer, I hosted a weekend morning program on a popular Toronto radio station.
2014 - 2023
Business Podcast Producer and HostAs a podcast host for a variety of podcasts, I interviewed business leaders, educational leaders, and others, ensuring that my podcast episodes were always entertaining and informative.
5.0
Rating
6
Students
17
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
4 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Conversational English | Learn from Hollywood Movie Scripts | Fluency and Speed
A1 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 35.00+
Package with 9% off
Special Offer for New Students
A1 - C1Conversation13 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Package with 21% off
Business English for IT Professionals
A2 - C1Business0 lessons completed
USD 40.00+
Package with 9% off
Interview Preparation | Behavioural Interview Answers | Confidence with English
A2 - C1Business0 lessons completed
USD 45.00+
Package with 17% off
Business English for Customer Service Professionals
A2 - C1Business0 lessons completed
USD 40.00+
Package with 25% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Podcast (2)
Quiz (2)
3 Reviews
Laura Dominguez
6 English lessons
Pat has been instrumental in my interview preparation. He provides a clear framework that has improved how I structure my responses. Through role-playing and actionable feedback, he has helped me expand my professional vocabulary and build confidence.
Feb 26, 2026
claire prada
1 English lesson
Ha sido un placer tener a Pat como profesor. Fácil de seguir y te anima en cada momento. Un 10
Feb 12, 2026
Burçak KÖKSAL
5 English lessons
I’ve been working with Pat to elevate my English to a more professional and confident level, and the experience has been truly transformative.
Our sessions are highly interactive, built around role-play, structured Q&A, pronunciation work, and real-time feedback. What makes the difference is not only the corrections, but the precision of the observations. The feedback is clear, actionable, and immediately applicable.
One of the most valuable insights was identifying my tendency to speak too fast in an attempt to sound fluent. Slowing down has significantly improved my clarity, presence, and confidence. That awareness alone has changed how I communicate.
If you're looking to refine your professional English with depth, structure, and strategic feedback, I highly recommend working with Pat.
Feb 24, 2026
Trial Lesson
USD 15.00
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