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Emmanuel Mutai
Professional TeacherTeaches
Swahili
Native
Speaks
English
Native
Other
🎓 Certified Swahili Tutor & Translator | 12+ Years of Expert Language Coaching & Cultural Insight.
Teaches
Swahili
Native
Speaks
English
Native
Other
🎓 Certified Swahili Tutor & Translator | 12+ Years of Expert Language Coaching & Cultural Insight.
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From KenyaLiving in Nairobi, Kenya (00:07 UTC+03:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 25, 2025InterestsTechBusiness & FinanceTravelEnvironment & NatureReading
👋 Karibu! | Swahili for Diplomats, Professionals & Travelers
Hello! I’m Emmanuel—a Nairobi-based Swahili teacher, certified translator, and *cultural bridge-builder* with 12+ years of expertise. 🇰🇪
I specialize in **helping professionals** (diplomats, expats, business travelers) and curious learners master *real-world Swahili*—fast. Whether you’re negotiating deals in Dar es Salaam or ordering *nyama choma* like a local, I’ll equip you with the language *and* cultural insights to thrive.
When I’m not teaching, you’ll find me hiking Kenya’s trails or devouring African literature. Let’s make Swahili your superpower!Me as a Teacher
Hello! I’m a Senior Swahili Teacher under Kenya’s Teachers Service Commission, with years of experience guiding both high school learners and adult students through the rich world of Swahili language, literature, and culture.
Based in Nairobi, I teach in the Kenyan high school system and also work with expatriates, diplomats, aid workers, and international professionals—helping them gain the confidence and fluency to thrive in Swahili-speaking environments across East Africa.
🌟 What Sets My Teaching Apart:
✅ Practical, real-world Swahili for work, travel, or conversation
✅ Culturally rich lessons that go beyond vocabulary
✅ Clear grammar explanations + natural conversation practice My lessons & teaching style
✨ My Lessons & Teaching Style
My teaching style is practical, interactive, and 100% student-focused. Every lesson is tailored to your goals—whether you're learning Swahili for conversation, work, exams, or cultural immersion.
I use real-life dialogues, clear grammar breakdowns, and engaging listening, speaking, and reading activities to help you build confidence step by step.
For professionals, I focus on functional language and cultural nuances that matter in real-world settings. I create a friendly, relaxed learning space where you can grow without pressure.
Together, we’ll make your Swahili journey enjoyable, effective, and uniquely yours!
Karibu kwenye darasa langu! (Welcome).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
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Emmanuel Kipkoech Mutai - Teacher Record - 2025I hold a 120-hour TEFL/TESOL certificate from Teacher Record. The training covered effective lesson planning, classroom management, grammar instruction, and the four core language skills. It equipped me with practical methods for teaching both online and in-person, and meets international standards for teaching English to speakers of other languages.
Certificate verified
Kipkoech Emmanuel Mutai - Teachers Service Commision - 2017It was a certificate awarded as a fully complied teacher to teach the Swahili Language.
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2022 - Current
Swahili Language TrainerSwahili Language Trainer at CARTUS under the Intercultural Language Services Program
2022 - Current
Senior Swahili Teacher
2018 - 2023
Senior Swahili TeacherKey Roles and Responsibilities
• Consistently schedule online lessons using digital calendars and email tools.
• Utilize mobile apps and instant messaging (IM) platforms to streamline communication and enhance personalized learning experiences.
• Share files, documents, and learning materials before, during, and after sessions to support learner engagement and continuity.
• Provide specialized training for specific purposes, including cultural immersion, test preparation, and job-seeking languag
Education
2009 - 2013
Bachelor’s - Bachelor of Education in Linguistics (Kiswahili)I studied a Bachelor of Education in Linguistics, where I specialized in Kiswahili(Swahili) language.
Work Experience
2017 - Current
Senior Language Tutor
5.0
Rating
4
Students
5
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Swahili Lessons
Trial Lesson
2 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
🟢 Swahili Greetings Made Easy! | Master the Art of Saying “Hello” the East African Way 🌍
A1 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
🌍 Swahili for Travel & Tourism | Speak with Locals, Explore with Confidence! ✈️🇰🇪🇹🇿
A1 - C2Conversation1 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
💼 Swahili for International Business | Speak the Language of East African Success 🌍
A1 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
📚 Swahili Tenses & Grammar Made Easy | Speak with Confidence! 🇰🇪🇹🇿
A1 - C2Conversation2 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
🗣️ Advanced Swahili Conversation | Speak Like a Native 🇰🇪🇹🇿
A1 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 10% off
Business Swahili lessons for professionals from US/DE/CA markets.
A1Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Vocabulary (3)
Quiz (2)
3 Reviews
Tim
1 Swahili lesson
Teacher’s pick
I really enjoyed meeting Emmanuel. He was very well prepared. He answered all of my questions. He gave me a great study plan not only for our next lesson together, but long term study plans as well.
Jul 6, 2025
Crush
2 Swahili lessons
This was my first lesson with Emmanuel. I reached out about learning Kalenjin (in particular his native Kipsigis) and he helped me with my pronunciation and explaining some words and sentence structures. Looking forward to more lessons together!
Oct 22, 2025
Crush
2 Swahili lessons
Kongoi missing en konetisyet, awechei kongoi!
Emmanuel adapted his lesson to my level. He's also friendly and easy to talk to.
Oct 30, 2025
Trial Lesson
USD 5.00
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