Shimei van der Walt
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Shimei van der Walt
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Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
Native
Dutch
French
Passionate English Teacher | Engaging Lessons | Helping Students Gain Confidence & Fluency
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
Native
Dutch
French
Passionate English Teacher | Engaging Lessons | Helping Students Gain Confidence & Fluency
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From South AfricaLiving in Ethekwini, South Africa (17:05 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jan 21, 2019InterestsScienceMusicReadingFoodPets & Animals
My name is Shimei van der Walt, and I am from South Africa—a country rich in culture, diversity, and language. Growing up bilingual in English and Afrikaans in a nation with 11 official languages has given me a deep appreciation for communication and learning. Since 2019, I have been teaching English to students from around the world, and I absolutely love it! Teaching allows me to connect with people from different backgrounds while giving them the invaluable gift of language. Nothing is more rewarding than helping others grow in confidence and fluency!Me as a Teacher
As a teacher, I believe learning English should be engaging, interactive, and fun! Instead of simply reading books and completing worksheets alone, I use creative and effective methods to help students truly connect with the language. Over the years, I’ve discovered valuable tips and tricks that have made learning easier for many, and I’m excited to share them with more students. English may seem challenging, but with the right guidance, it becomes achievable. Let me be the teacher who shows you that learning English is not only possible but enjoyable!My lessons & teaching style
My lessons are tailored to meet each student’s unique needs, whether through basic conversational classes to improve spoken English or structured lessons using TEFL-endorsed materials for both spoken and written skills. I also adapt to lesson plans and coursework provided by schools or companies. With experience teaching students of all ages—from preschoolers to pensioners—I have worked with learners from around the world, including Russia, China, Japan, the UK, Australia, Vietnam, and many more. My goal is to create a supportive, engaging environment where students can build confidence and fluency in English.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Counselling Skills - Udemy (Kain Ramsay) - 2021
Certificate verified
Depression Counselling Diploma - Udemy (Elmira Strange) - 2020
Certificate verified
TEFL - i-to-i - 2019120 hour online course
Certificate verified
Become an Online Tutor - i-to-i - 201930 hours (Become an Online Tutor) training course
Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Certificate verified
Education
2021 - Current
Bachelor’s - EducationCurrently pursuing my Bachelor's degree in education.
Work Experience
2020 - 2021
English TeacherConducting English lessons with Russian students.
2019 - Current
English TeacherConducting English lessons with students from various countries.
2019 - 2021
English TeacherConducting English lessons with Japanese students.
2021 - 2021
Grade 1 Teacherlesson planning for 2 boys in pre-K and grade 1, curriculum development/implementation, practical life skills, ADHD management exercises
2021 - 2021
English TeacherConducting English lessons with Polish students.
2021 - 2021
English TeacherConducting English lessons with Japanese students.
2021 - 2022
Online English TeacherConducting English lessons with Vietnamese students.
2022 - 2022
Online English TeacherConducting English lessons with Chinese kids.
2022 - 2022
Online English TeacherConducting English lessons with Ukrainian business students.
2023 - 2023
Homeschool Teacher
2023 - 2023
Private Tutor
5.0
Rating
65
Students
743
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
98%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
21 lessons completed
USD 9.00+
1-on-1 English lessons for adults
A2 - C2Language Essentials486 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 10% off
1-on-1 English lessons for kids & teens
A2 - C2Language Essentials139 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 10% off
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Quiz (2)
48 Reviews
Sofia
36 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Great lesson as always. I love the materials prepared by Shimei and find the homework interesting; it helps me consolidate new material.
Jan 5, 2024
Detion Aliaj
45 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
The lessons we are trying lately are very engaging as I am required to talk and discuss a lot of different topics at once. This is quite a good idea Shimei introduced, and I think I will improve my speaking skills more quickly.
Aug 31, 2022
Yang
13 English lessons
Teacher Shemi is an exceptional English teacher whose lessons are engaging and thought-provoking. She inspires a deep love for the language by encouraging creativity and critical thinking. Her approach makes learning enjoyable and effective. After the talks and learning, my passion for English has flourished.
Feb 28, 2025
OCEAN WONG
13 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
My son loves the teacher so much and willing to speak and learn in the class.
Sep 12, 2022
Yang
13 English lessons
Teacher Shimei is an exceptional English teacher whose lessons are engaging and thought-provoking. She inspires a deep love for the language by encouraging creativity and critical thinking. Her approach makes learning enjoyable and effective. This learning experience increased my passion for English.
Feb 28, 2025
Sofia
36 English lessons
Excellent lesson as usual. Thank you, Shimei :)
Dec 4, 2023
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