Struggling with IELTS Speaking or natural conversation? I’m James—a certified TEFL teacher with 6,000+ online classes and a C2 Spanish level (yes, I learned through chats too!). Born in England, living in Colombia, I blend British clarity with Latin warmth to make lessons engaging and effective. Whether you need IELTS strategies or lively talks about travel, tech, or sports (my passions!), I’ll help you speak confidently—no textbooks, just real progress. Let’s break barriers together—book a trial and start today! I like to make learning fun and interesting.
I like to make learning fun and interesting. I believe that I am an animated teacher, I have over 16 years of voluntary teaching experience, over this time period I have developed different teaching techniques to help my students retain the main points of our lessons. I have been working on italki for the last 6 years. During this time I have taught students from A2 level up to C2 level.
I believe that conversation is the best way to learn a language. I have learnt Spanish through conversation and I would love to help you improve your English language skills in the same way. My Pronunciation and Reading class is normally based around an article of general interest, we read together and then I am able to correct any mistakes that you make. I am also happy to identify grammar mistakes that you are struggling with, then we can work together to correct them.
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English Lessons
Trial Lesson
337 lessons completed
USD 7.50+
Conversation Practice
A2 - C2Conversation5,648 lessons completed
USD 10.70+
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Grammar/Pronunciation
A2 - C2Language Essentials583 lessons completed
USD 10.70+
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IELTS Speaking practice
B1 - C2Language Essentials252 lessons completed
USD 10.70+
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Beginners English lesson for spanish speakers - A1/A2
A1 - A2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 10.50+
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330 Reviews
monica
241 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
James introduced Quaid to a lot of knowledge about Italy. He also taught him many things about traveling, such as taking a plane and other means of transportation. The course content James prepared with great care is very practical and helpful . We are going to travel to Italy soon. Wish James a happy summer vacation.James’class is amazing and thank you so much.
Jul 10, 2025
Natalya Shybeka
270 English lessons
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Highly Recommended Teacher!
I’ve been learning with James for over two years now, and it has been an incredible journey. His lessons are always well-prepared and conducted in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. James has a talent for tailoring materials to my goals and language level, making each session highly effective.
What I appreciate the most:
Flexibility: James adjusts the lessons to match my needs, whether it's conversational practice, grammar improvement, or professional vocabulary.
Positive Approach: He’s incredibly encouraging, which makes learning enjoyable and motivates me to keep improving.
Professionalism: Everything is explained clearly, with helpful examples and detailed breakdowns of complex topics.
Thanks to James, I’ve made noticeable progress in my English skills and gained more confidence in speaking. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their English!
Nov 21, 2024
Jorge Olmos
137 English lessons
James is a great teacher. Each class is a good experience. I recommend you
Mar 10, 2026
Waldek
209 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
James is awesome to talk to about pretty much anything. I’ve had loads of lessons with him, and I’ve always been satisfied with how they went. He’s easy to talk to, really engaging, and I’d totally recommend him to anyone.