Kevin Swift
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Kevin Swift
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
English
Native
Spanish
Speaks
Portuguese
Arabic (Maghrebi)
French
Professional teacher living abroad for 9 years. I know how to learn real, functional language.
Teaches
English
Native
Spanish
Speaks
Portuguese
Arabic (Maghrebi)
French
Professional teacher living abroad for 9 years. I know how to learn real, functional language.
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From United StatesLiving in Other, Spain (18:38 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jun 24, 2017InterestsSports & FitnessBusiness & FinanceHistoryReadingMusic
*Video - presentación en español @ 1:42, em portugués @ 3:32.
*Schedule - If you don't see a time that is good for you, message me and we can find one!
My degree is in Linguistics (Hispanic Linguistics) and I have been a full-time English teacher for over 9 years. I live in Spain where I teach English to Spanish speakers, but I've also been teaching people from all over the world via online classes for over 6 years. Apart from being a native English speaker, I speak fluent Spanish and Portuguese, and have recently started learning French and Arabic. Learning languages is a hobby of mine, and I love meeting people from different parts of the world. I consider many of my students my friends.Me as a Teacher
My teaching method is based on my experience with my students as well as my own experience as a learner. I think the general idea people have is that they have to work really hard in order to learn a language, but in my experience it's not necessarily the case. With language learning, less is more. More important than hard work is just spending time with the language. If you can make a connection with the language and enjoy your studies, you will be far more effective than someone who hates it. It takes time - but not hard work.
I also help people get over the psychological barriers and feelings like "I can't do this" or "I'll never be fluent". I'm a coach as much as a teacher.My lessons & teaching style
I can help you with grammar and any questions you have about English, but above all I like to focus on relaxed conversation. As I'm sure you know, if you don't live in a country that speaks the language you're learning, your opportunities to interact with a native speaker are limited. My classes are a wonderful opportunity to put your English into practice.
I consider myself a conversation partner, but a conversation partner that understands how a language is learned and what the common obstacles are. I hope my classes can help guide you on your journey to fluency.
If you're from Spain, I also have experience in the Escuela Oficial de Idiomas, so I can help you with the exams.Certificates
Completion of Duties as Language Assistant - Escuela Oficial de Idiomas - Spain - 2019This PDF document includes proof of my completion of my responsibilities as an English Language and Cultural Assistant for the school years of 2014-15, 2015-16 and 2016-17. It also includes proof of my acceptance into the same program for the school years of 2017-18 and 2018-19. I have included the latter documents because I have not yet received documentation for proof of my completion for the most recent two school years.
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2022 - Current
Owner, Private Tutoring BusinessI am currently a full-time freelancer running my own private tutoring business in Spain. Students of all ages come to my academy to receive face-to-face instruction and language learning classes. The bulk of my professional life takes place in this format, with iTalki being an interesting side opportunity.
Education
2010 - 2014
Bachelor’s - Hispanic Linguistics, EconomicsDouble major in Romance Languages - Hispanics Linguistics (Spanish) and Economics.
Work Experience
2014 - 2022
Language and Culture AssistantI taught English as a native language and culture assistant in Spain for 8 years at a state language school for adult and teen learners. I started as an assistant, but over time I became a full member of the teaching staff with responsibilities for teaching my own classes as well as guiding my students through the learning process, including exam preparation.
5.0
Rating
154
Students
655
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
English Lessons
English
Spanish
Trial Lesson
69 lessons completed
USD 7.50+
Conversation Lessons
A1 - C2Conversation537 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 7% off
General Tutoring
A1 - C2Language Essentials6 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 10% off
Preparation EOI Exams / Oposiciones
A1 - C2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 10% off
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198 Reviews
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English
Spanish
isads
142 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I think I am the most loyal students of Kevin's. I started to take his lessons in 2017, and since then he's been the best English conversation partner for me. Despite our age difference, he also became a great friend who I can open up and talk anything about with. As an English tutor, he's patient and open-minded, always tries to let you speak more. Kevin, I couldn't have come this far without your help! Super recommend to anyone who'd like to have a good talk in English :)
Jun 9, 2020
Xiaotong Yang
4 Spanish lessons
Teacher’s pick
Great. Since he's a native English speaker who learned Spanish as a second language, he knows what I need right now.
Aug 1, 2017
Leandro Garrido
1 English lesson
The lesson flowed very well. When I realized the class was ending.
Jul 11, 2023
José Henrique
69 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
In lockdown times, nice discussion about silent letters! Kevin is a great partner! We've always had funny classes.
Apr 3, 2020
Dmitry
10 English lessons
I have a conversation practice with Kevin and it's always interesting to talk with him. It seems he can keep up a conversation on any topic 😃. I strongly recommend his lessons!
Sep 22, 2023
José Henrique
69 English lessons
Awesome class! We had phrasal verbs and funny moments. I really recommend: book a class with Kevin!
Jul 3, 2020
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