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James Smyth
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Professional TeacherTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Specialties
BusinessTest PreparationI'll help you gain fluency & confidence. Master Business English, IELTS, interviews & presentations.
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Specialties
BusinessTest PreparationI'll help you gain fluency & confidence. Master Business English, IELTS, interviews & presentations.
About Me
Resume & Certificates
From United KingdomLiving in Valencia, Spain (22:59 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Nov 18, 2016InterestsLegal ServicesTravelTechHistoryBusiness & Finance
I specialise in helping professionals master Business English and prepare for important situations such as job interviews, presentations, and meetings. My coaching experience includes working with staff from leading companies like AXA and KPMG, so I understand the demands of international workplaces and what it takes to succeed in them. Whether you need to communicate clearly at work or pass exams like IELTS, I provide practical tools and strategies tailored to your needs.
As a fellow language learner and Spanish speaker, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to learn a new language as an adult. My approach is supportive and focused on building your confidence, so you can stop fearing mistakes and start speaking English with ease. In our lessons, you will have plenty of opportunities to speak and practice, using real news articles and audio materials instead of boring textbooks. I offer real-time feedback and grammar guidance to help you improve your fluency quickly and effectively.
My goal is to create a relaxed and motivating environment where you can develop your skills and reach your goals. If you want to communicate more confidently at work or prepare for exams, I’m here to help you every step of the way.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
In-Company Business English Classes - Sky Languages / ADAMS Formación - 2024I have experience working for Spanish training company Sky Languages, part of ADAMS Formación, teaching in-company classes to workers from OMRON, Mondia Media, AXA, Primo Water and McCain among others.
Certificate verified
English Teacher for Test Preparation - McDowell English Centre - 2021In my previous job as a teacher in an English academy near Valencia, I prepared children and adults for Cambridge English exams, including the FCE and CAE.
Certificate verified
Teaching English as a Foreign Language - TEFL - 2016150-hour Premier TEFL Course
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2020 - Current
Business English TeacherI teach in-company classes to groups of workers in multinationals such as Primo Water, Culligan, McCain, AXA and Omron as well as smaller Spanish companies, exclusively online.
2016 - Current
English TeacherI've been an online English teacher since 2016, but have also taught in classrooms in Spain and Vietnam. Right now I split my time between independent students on Italki and teaching Business English Courses to companies.
Education
2012 - 2015
Bachelor’s - Popular Music
5.0
Rating
593
Students
3,473
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
303 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Let's Talk! General English: Fluency, Confidence, and Competence
A1 - C2Language Essentials2,134 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 18% off
Writing & Proofreading: Essay, PowerPoint, CV, Cover Letter & Thesis Help
A1 - C2Language Essentials261 lessons completed
USD 21.00+
Package with 18% off
Business English: Interviews, Presentations, Networking & Working in English
A2 - C2Business497 lessons completed
USD 23.40+
Package with 18% off
Test Practice: IELTS, FCE, CAE, PET
A1 - C2Test Preparation84 lessons completed
USD 23.40+
Package with 18% off
Availability
298 Reviews
AndreaCalvo
11 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
James es un profesor que da mucha confianza en la conversación, además, te ayuda a mantenerla de una manera fácil y sencilla, generando confianza y ganas de aprender
Jan 28, 2025
Lorena
31 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
James has been one of the best english teacher I have had. He focuses on helping me to improve the language. Every class I learn new expressions and he always correct me in order to speak better. James is a great professional!
Jan 10, 2019
Michael Adaratskikh
6 English lessons
really enjoyed the class :)
Jul 7, 2025
Daniela
24 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Great lesson! James classes are always interesting and engaging and I feel that my English has improved a lot, since I started studying with him. He is always focused on my needs and very attentive to correct my mistakes. He has been a great support for the preparation of the IELTS exam. Thank you!
Jan 13, 2019
Jose Luis Calderon
1 English lesson
James me ha parecido muy buen profesor y la metodología que me ha explicado es la que estaba buscando
Sep 4, 2025
AndreaCalvo
11 English lessons
James is a great teacher! I have learned a lot with him and he has taught me useful techniques for my work and how to get by in the language.
Apr 1, 2025
Trial Lesson
USD 12.00
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