English teacher James Shepherd

James Shepherd

Community Tutor
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Certified TEFL English teacher with over 5800 classes taught online
From United KingdomLiving in Manizales, Colombia (16:15 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Dec 24, 2019
InterestsEnvironment & NatureTravelSports & FitnessTechPets & Animals
Hello! I’m James, a TEFL-certified English teacher from England with **5800+ online classes** taught. Having lived in London and now Manizales, Colombia, I blend British expertise with Latin warmth. As a Spanish speaker (C2) married to a Colombian, I *truly* understand language struggles—let’s conquer them together! Specializing in **conversational English** and **IELTS Speaking**, I help students like you sound natural and confident. Whether you love sports, travel, or history (my passions too!), our lessons will be lively and relevant. Ready to progress? Let’s chat!
5.0
Rating
676
Students
5894
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate

English Lessons

Trial Lesson
306 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
Conversation Practice
A2 -  C2

Conversation

4,882 lessons completed
USD 8.50+
Package with 13% off
Grammar/Pronunciation
A2 -  C2

Language Essentials

516 lessons completed
USD 8.50+
Package with 11% off
IELTS Speaking practice
B1 -  C2

Language Essentials

190 lessons completed
USD 9.00+
Package with 13% off

Availability

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307 Reviews

Student Waldek
Waldek
188 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.
Dec 18, 2024
Student Andrey
Andrey
63 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I just finished another lesson with James, and, as always, it exceeded my expectations. Thanks to the lessons I've had so far, I could significantly decrease the number of mistakes I used to make, as James always points them out and gives me clear explanations about what is wrong. Apart from that, we always chat about different topics that help me enrich my vocabulary.
Jan 31, 2024
Student Jerry
Jerry
5 English lessons
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Jun 13, 2025
Student Natalya Shybeka
Natalya Shybeka
255 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
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
Student Annamaria
Annamaria
104 English lessons
OTTIMO INSEGNANTE, MOLTO PAZIENTE
Jun 17, 2025
Student Annamaria
Annamaria
104 English lessons
Ottimo insegnante!
Jun 11, 2025
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