Dr Eddy

Professional Teacher

Teaches

English

Native

Speaks

Chinese (Mandarin)

Other

PhD & TESOL Coach for Communication & Self-Awareness - Speak English with Authenticity & Confidence

Teaches

English

Native

Speaks

Chinese (Mandarin)

Other

PhD & TESOL Coach for Communication & Self-Awareness - Speak English with Authenticity & Confidence

About Me

Me as a Teacher

My lessons & teaching style

Resume & Certificates

From SingaporeLiving in Saigon, Vietnam (22:18 UTC+07:00)

About Me

italki teacher since Mar 30, 2026

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Hi! I’m Dr. Edwin—or just Eddy. I’m a PhD-qualified and TESOL-certified communication coach. I was born in Singapore, growing up with English as a first language alongside Chinese, Malay, Tamil, and our own Singlish. Multilingualism showed me how languages shape thinking and communication—and how this insight can make learning English faster, deeper, and more natural. I also lived in Australia, teaching Media and Communication at university level for over a decade.

Me as a Teacher

For 18+ years, I’ve helped learners from diverse backgrounds. I have published articles and run seminars on mindfulness and spirituality. I also bring experience designing wellbeing and communication workshops for schools and companies. This means we don’t just work on language, but also develop self-awareness and emotional intelligence (EQ) for personal and professional contexts.

My lessons & teaching style

My lessons are for teenage and adult learners who want to use English more effectively in academic, professional, and everyday communication. I can help with conversation, presentations, academic prep, critical thinking, and personal expression. With my international background, I understand ESL challenges and cultural differences—you can think out loud and feel at ease with me. We will use media, entertainment, and AI to spark ideas. For example, instead of giving predictable answers to typical interview questions, we might explore your “mountains, rivers, and deserts” to express your strengths, values, and challenges authentically. Let me help you find your authentic voice in English

Certificates

Level 7 Diploma in TESOL - London Teacher Training College - 2023The TQUK Level 7 Diploma in TESOL is an advanced, Ofqual-regulated qualification (equivalent to Master’s level) designed for experienced English teachers. This 120-180 hour course focuses on advanced methodologies, language acquisition theories, and pedagogical practice, typically featuring modules on linguistics, classroom management, and a practical teaching component.

Certificate verified

Teaching experience

2018 - Current

Communication CoachFreelance / IndependentI have been working independently as an English communication coach since 2018. Some of my clients come from online tutoring platforms, some by word of mouth referral.

Education

2008 - 2013

Doctorate - Cultural StudiesDeakin UniversityI researched into the development of mindfulness in the modern world -- this gives me the expertise to coach students to relate their English communication to ethical issues of personal growth, interpersonal relationships, and social engagement.

Work Experience

2007 - 2017

Lecturer and TutorDeakin University - Melbourne, AustraliaI taught subjects in media and communication studies and sociology, with a focus on critical thinking and effective argumentation and presentation. I have taught diverse students from around the world, up to 14 different nationalities in one classroom. These were ESL students studying a bridging course to enter their undergraduate studies.