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Aine Wade
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Professional TeacherTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
From fear of speaking to relaxed fluency.
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
From fear of speaking to relaxed fluency.
About Me
Resume & Certificates
From IrelandLiving in Cork, Ireland (07:04 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 19, 2021InterestsArtReadingMedical & HealthcareFoodScience
Grammar & Pronunciation Expert | AI-Enhanced Learning | Life Coaching
With over 25 years of experience teaching English, I help learners refine grammar, pronunciation, and fluency—using AI tools to accelerate progress. My corporate background with Nestlé and L’Oréal brings a strong focus on practical, real-world communication skills.
Negative self-talk, fear, and stress are the biggest barriers to fluency. As a certified Breathwork & Wellness Coach, I help students overcome limiting beliefs about their English-speaking skills to speak with calm confidence.
Let’s create a personalised learning journey that works for you.
By the end of our first class together you will know;
What your level is.
What areas of grammar you need to focus on.
What areas of pronunciation you need to work on.
How to use AI to improve different aspects of the language.
You will also feel 100% comfortable speaking during class whatever your level of English.
Best of luck with your English language journey on italki!
The lessons are a collaboration. I identify what areas you need to work on, and together we decide what the class should look like. Some students prefer mostly conversation with correction, others like to include grammar drills, some like to use video or presentations. Each class is designed to match the student's learning style and needs.My teaching material
- Homework Assignments
- Quizzes
- Video files
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Graphs and charts
- Articles and news
- Image files
- Text Documents
- Test templates and examples
- Audio files
- PDF file
Certificates
Teaching Eligibility Certificate - The Teaching Council (Ireland) - 2017This cert/confirmation of registration outlines which subjects I can teach at state educational institutions.
I am licenced to teach
English as a foreign language
Economics and business studies
Community development
Spanish
Certificate verified
CELTA equalivant - Westlingua Galway - 1996Completed a 120 ESL certification while also teaching at the same college. My previous ESL qualification obtained from Galway Regional Technical college (Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology) needed to be upgraded to meet new Irish Education Department requirements
Certificate verified
Education
1986 - 1990
Bachelor’s - Economics & SpanishI studied Economics, Spanish & Mathematics. I took a study year out in Spain where I studied Spanish language while teaching English to teenagers and adults at Harlow Idiomas, Conde de Casal, Madrid.
1992 - 1994
Master's - Business & DevelopmentEconomic Theory, Development and Regional Economics. Social Policy, Preparation and implementation of projects, Marketing, Sales, Statistics.
2022 - 2023
Bachelor’s - Wellness Coaching
Work Experience
2018 - 2021
TeacherI teach English, Business and IT to groups of English language learners from around the world.
2008 - 2018
DirectorSet up a language school which catered for;
1 Cambridge First Certificate Learners
2 Cambridge Advanced Certificate groups
3 One to one IELTS tuition
4 General & Business English
5 Interview & presentation preparation
6 Document editing, from CVs and job applications to websites and funding application
2005 - 2012
Marketing & Sales ConsultantCarried out qualitative and quantitative research projects for clients such as Neslte, Sony, L'Oreal, Volswagen, Citizens Advice, O2, Irish Educational Department, West Cork Development to name a few.
Provided job interview coaching and CV preparation at local Job Resource Centre
Managed production, design, marketing and sales of a successful craft business producing gemstone jewellery in Ireland
1996 - 2005
ESL Teacher and teacher trainerGeneral, business and exam English teacher to beginners up to proficiency
Taught teaching technique and grammar to trainee teachers, also observed and graded their teacher training practice classes
Tutored groups of ESL teachers from various parts of Europe
5.0
Rating
169
Students
1,458
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
124 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Upper Intermediate to Advanced Mixed Class. Conversation/Grammar/Pronunciation
B2 - C1Language Essentials749 lessons completed
USD 19.50+
Package with 2% off
60 minute Conversation & Correction/pronunciation (Lower Intermediate to Advanced level)
B1 - B2Language Essentials391 lessons completed
USD 19.50+
Package with 2% off
Life Coaching through English
B2 - C2Conversation163 lessons completed
USD 19.00+
Package with 2% off
Pre Jan 2025 Students
C1Language Essentials25 lessons completed
USD 17.50+
Package with 2% off
Availability
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Quiz (8)
60 Reviews
Rein
17 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Aine helps me a lot not only in English,also though life. Help me to see myself clearly. Help me to stay positive . It’s always nice to talk to Aine .
Mar 5, 2025
Vlad Semak
107 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Aine makes every lesson incredibly engaging and useful. You can always ask to explore a specific topic or just chat. I am very happy with the progress I have made thanks to Aine's lessons.
Aug 16, 2023
Diana Lorenzo
1 English lesson
Muy buena sensación en la clase de prueba. Clara y sincera a la hora de analizar los niveles.
Aug 25, 2025
Iryna
66 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have been taking English lessons with Aine for a long time now, and she is the best teacher I have ever had. She is caring and enthusiastic, and she always makes lessons fun and engaging. We work on expanding my vocabulary, practicing grammar, and improving my pronunciation. Aine is also very patient and supportive, and she always encourages me to do my best.
I feel like I can talk to Aine about anything. She is smart, open-minded, and curious. She always creates a safe and welcoming learning environment where I feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes.
I highly recommend Aine to anyone looking for a great English teacher. She is a skilled and experienced professional who is passionate about helping her students succeed.
Oct 16, 2023
Dmitriy Ilchenko
7 English lessons
Very good teacher!!
May 8, 2026
PintorNicoletta
2 English lessons
Great Teacher , very intresting conversation!
Jun 16, 2025
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