Jonathan
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Jonathan
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Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Chinese (Mandarin)
Specialties
Test PreparationBusinessConversation, business English, exam practice (IELTS, TOEFL etc.) with a patient, friendly tutor!
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Chinese (Mandarin)
Specialties
Test PreparationBusinessConversation, business English, exam practice (IELTS, TOEFL etc.) with a patient, friendly tutor!
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From United KingdomLiving in Leeds, United Kingdom (23:43 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Sep 24, 2018InterestsTravelBusiness & FinanceSports & FitnessTechMusic
After graduating in Economics in the UK, I worked in finance in London for firms such as Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan and Bank of America, until moving to China in early 2017. There I studied Chinese in sunny Kunming, Yunnan before moving back to the UK five and a half years later in late 2022. I love China, and learning Mandarin has been one of the most rewarding things I've done. I love eating delicious food, and keeping fit by running, cycling and hiking. I also really enjoy travelling and have already been to many places in China.
***Please note: Sorry, but I don't offer classes for kids***Me as a Teacher
I'll support you by correcting your grammar and pronunciation, and teaching you really useful vocabulary, phrases and idioms. Whether it's general speaking, business English or test preparation, I've got you!
I am a patient, friendly and supportive teacher, so if you feel anxious about speaking English, especially with native speakers, don’t worry! I’m certain you will feel comfortable talking with me - just check my feedback for some comments from existing students.
I believe learning should be enjoyable, and I will help you build your confidence so you can use your English skills effectively out there in the real world.My lessons & teaching style
I offer four class types:
1. Intermediate to advanced level conversation practice.
I can help you by correcting mistakes, suggesting new phrases, vocabulary and idioms, and helping you improve your pronunciation or British accent.
2. Business English classes
From CVs, cover letters and interviews to networking, negotiating and presenting, I can help you to get ahead in an English business environment.
3. Test preparation classes
I can help you prepare for IELTS, TOEFL and other English tests, and have helped many students achieve their goals.
4. Language essentials / freeform class
We can dive into grammar, vocabulary, idioms and phrases, or work on anything else you need help with.My teaching material
- Articles and news
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Exam Preparation - Advanced Certificate - TEFL - 202440-Hour Exam Preparation Course
Teaching Business English - Advanced Certificate - TEFL - 202430-hour Teaching Business English course
Teaching experience
2024 - Current
Language AssistantAssisting in MA Conference Interpreting and Translation Studies classes, specifically Chinese-English and English-Chinese.
Education
2024 - 2025
Other - Teaching English as a Foreign Language200-Hour Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
5.0
Rating
1,178
Students
7,288
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
752 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Conversation practice (receive feedback on your grammar and pronunciation and learn new words, expressions, phrasal verbs and idioms that native speakers use in real life)
B1 - C2Conversation4,331 lessons completed
USD 26.00+
Package with 14% off
Business English (job interviews, CVs and cover letters, negotiating, networking, presenting and more)
B1 - C2Business878 lessons completed
USD 26.00+
Package with 14% off
Test preparation (IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC and other exams)
B1 - C2Test Preparation43 lessons completed
USD 26.00+
Package with 14% off
Freeform language class (grammar, vocabulary, expressions etc.)
B1 - C2Language Essentials11 lessons completed
USD 26.00+
Package with 14% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Vocabulary (5)
Quiz (20)
1,253 Reviews
Klimar D’Pinho
18 English lessons
Jonathan is very knowledgeable, and open-minded about others cultures and backgrounds.
That makes it easier to learn, and have a conversation with him.
May 3, 2025
Liu
2 English lessons
This was my second class with Jonathan. Thanks to his active listening and detailed feedback, I was more confident when speaking English. I'm looking forward to the next class.:)
Apr 28, 2025
Klimar D’Pinho
18 English lessons
Jonathan is great 😊 like always ❗️
Apr 27, 2025
Giuseppe
132 English lessons
Today we talked about an article of "life on other planets." Thanks a lot Jon!
May 1, 2025
Liu
2 English lessons
This is my first time having a class with a foreign teacher, so I was really nervous before class, but Jonathan was incredibly patient! If I make a mistake when speaking English, he will give me feedback in time. Thanks so much!
Apr 27, 2025
Giuseppe
132 English lessons
Today we talked of an article about "The Future Circular Collider". Thank a lot jon!
Apr 25, 2025
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