From AustraliaLiving in Johannesburg, South Africa (08:44 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Nov 4, 2019
Interest topicReadingWriting
Hello, my name is Mark.
I am a certified ESL teacher, with various TEFL qualifications (TQUK Level 5 168 hour, GA Level 3 teaching young learners 30 hours and Practical 30 hour )
I teach both children and adults.
I became interested in teaching English when my daughter was late to start speaking.
( she didn’t start talking until she was almost 4!)
I have worked with speech therapists and learnt all about pronunciation and speech patterns. This started me on my journey towards becoming a speech therapist, which has led me into teaching English.
Me as a Teacher
I have two years of experience teaching online.
I’m also a web designer and a jeweller and can help with any IT or programming related language.
I have also worked both in retail and manufacturing.
I believe that communication is the most important skill we need, no matter what you do, and I am passionate about helping my students speak English so that they can reach their goals.
My lessons & teaching style
We all learn best when we are having fun, so I always make my lesson about things that you interest you.
With my background in Australia and South Africa I have a very neutral accent, perfect for teaching English.
I also have fast and reliable internet, so IT issues should never stand in the way of learning.
Certificates
TQUK Level 5 - The TEFL Academy - 2018
Certificate uploaded
GA Level 3 teaching young learners.(30 hours) - LoveTEFL - 2019
Certificate uploaded
Education
1997 - 2001
Bachelor’s - Jewellery designWits TechThis course was a four year course, at the time it wasn't called bachelors but it would be now.
Work Experience
2018 - 2019
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5.0
Rating
234
Students
903
Lessons
99%
Attendance
97%
Response
5.0
Rating
234
Students
903
Lessons
99%
Attendance
97%
Response
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
112 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
English for IT (business or students)
B2 - C2Business433 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 22% off
English for conversation
B1 - C2Conversation Practice349 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 22% off
Duel class
A1 - B2General9 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
48 Reviews
Maria
5 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Mark is a skilled teacher who works not only with adults but also with children, so he could be your family teacher. He's a really nice, educated and correct person with whom it's a pleasure to share informations, ideas and experiences.
Jan 8, 2020
Sergey
1 English lesson
Teacher’s pick
It was wonderful lesson for me with Mark. I got very useful experience and practice talking by English. Thank you very much! I am going to continue our lessons...
Dec 29, 2019
Roy (Ruoxin)
2 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I feel more confident with my interview skills after only two lessons I had with Mark. Again, I really appreciate Mark helping me with the preparation of job interviews. Thank you!