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Iva
Professional Teacher
Teaches
Czech
Native
English
Speaks
German
Russian
Spanish
French
Swedish
Unique content-based approach to learning
Teaches
Czech
Native
English
Speaks
German
Russian
Spanish
French
Swedish
Unique content-based approach to learning
From Czech RepublicLiving in Prague, Czech Republic (05:06 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 27, 2020Interest topicFilms & TV SeriesReadingMusic
I am a polyglot and a language coach from Prague, Czech Republic. I’m addicted to learning European languages. The core of my language learning method is story-based learning. Other than languages and stories, I’m also interested in humanities, neuroscience, and meditation, but even in contemporary physics and exponential technology. I often discover the world together with my loved ones, my husband and two young kids.Me as a Teacher
I have a lot of experience both with traditional and innovative language education. I taught for one of Prague's best language schools and at a high school. I co-wrote a textbook for high schools and I was the learning designer of a language app for small devices and other e-learning projects. I've taught many different people from toddlers to seniors, in-company and public courses. Lately, I've been developing techniques that enable me to help people in a much more effective way than when I was a mainstream teacher. I'm happy to see the progress of my clients with these alternative ways of learning. That's why I prefer to refer to myself as a language coach rather than a language teacher.My lessons & teaching style
I'm here to help you get closer to your language goals and dreams. My sessions are always tailor-made to you and your needs. During the first session, I ask you questions to understand your language situation in-depth and together we design your personal training program for the language skills and habits you want to develop. Then in every new session, we look at the program again, check if it's working well for you and your lifestyle, and change anything that needs to be changed. I regularly provide you with new resources, tips, and challenges for your learning. Of course, you also get plenty of natural conversation in your target language during the session with feedback and support.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Homework Assignments
Work Experience
2018 - 2019
Methodologist Mooveez CompanyResponsible for designing the learning process of a language learning application for small devices.
2015 - 2016
Textbook Author Centre for Modern EducationDeveloped and created content for three books of the Flash textbook and e-learning course - an innovative ESP course for electro-technical secondary schools
2015 - 2015
ESL Teacher Hotel Secondary School Radlická
2010 - 2012
Educator and Adult Educator National Institute for Children and YouthDesigned and implemented an original blended learning course for teachers of gifted children.
Co-created many e-learning and blended learning programs for gifted children.
2005 - 2010
ESL Teacher Caledonian School PragueTaught in-company and public courses for both groups and individuals
2007 - 2020
Language Teacher Self-employedApart from the employments listed, I've also been working as a private language teacher for many years. I continued giving lessons also during my two maternity leaves (i.e. during the gaps in the employment below.)
2020 - 2022
Head of Languages ScioGuide and Head of Languages at a unique innovative high school. Responsible for designing the language program for the whole school.
Education
2005 - 2008
Bachelor's - Adult Education and Personnel ManagementNote: All the documents are for my maiden name, Iva Pecháčková
2008 - 2010
Master's - EducationNote: All the documents are for my maiden name, Iva Pecháčková
Certificates
Certificate of Proficiency in English University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations 2003Note: All the documents are for my maiden name, Iva Pecháčková
Certificate uploaded
Certificate of Professional Development Caledonian School Prague 2007Note: All the documents are for my maiden name, Iva Pecháčková
Certificate uploaded
5.0
Rating
198
Students
1,096
Lessons
100%
Attendance
100%
Response
Czech Lessons
Czech
English
Trial Lesson
109 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Content-Based Czech / Přirozená čeština
A1 - C2General527 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 10% off
Speaking Coaching - Czech / Trénink mluvení v češtině
A1 - C2Conversation Practice155 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 10% off
Czech for Kids / Čěština pro děti
A1 - C1Kids65 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 10% off
English - current prices
A1 - C2General99 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 10% off
Availability
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58 Reviews
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Czech
English
Ross Clark
22 Czech lessons
Teacher’s pick
Iva is a great teacher who knows her subject incredibly well and tailors her lessons to her students' needs. You couldn't ask for anything more in a language teacher.
Oct 5, 2023
Matthias
38 Czech lessons
Teacher’s pick
Iva is a amazing teacher who makes learning fun and easy. I highly recommend her to anyone who wants to learn Czech.
Jul 11, 2023
Ilya Oreshnikov
60 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Tried the first lesson. We only had 30 minutes, but in that time Iva proved herself to be a very responsible, experienced and incredible coach. 🙂
This is the first time I've seen such an organised and cool approach to a student as Iva has.
I think that if you want to have an interesting and effective time while learning English, you should study with Iva. 😉
Nov 10, 2022
Stephane Comeau
8 Czech lessons
Iva's style is language acquisition. She is very patient and has loads of interesting materials to share. Her lessons are interactive and keep you engaged through stories, history, videos and songs. Highly recommend!
Nov 22, 2023
Bella Schauman
6 Czech lessons
When I try to speak Czech I make many errors and often stop short, unable to complete a sentence. Iva tolerates this with a smile and encourages me to try again while cheerfully providing a word or phrase that has eluded me. She also finds interesting materials with which I can practice listening, enough so that I can use something new (while repeating the old) every day between lessons. The hour with her flies by.
Nov 16, 2023
Steve Bunnell
8 Czech lessons
Iva is fantastic! She is increibly patient, helpful, and it genuinely dedicated to helping her students. I feel as if czech is getting easier already!
Nov 13, 2023
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