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Tracy v Heerden
Professional TeacherTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
Native
Other
Let me be a part of your exciting English journey. Teaching all levels and ages. Let's begin!
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
Native
Other
Let me be a part of your exciting English journey. Teaching all levels and ages. Let's begin!
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From South AfricaLiving in Other, Ireland (22:35 UTC+00:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Mar 1, 2021InterestsFoodReadingTravel
Born in South Africa and living in Ireland, I’m a conversation-focused English teacher who believes language thrives through connection. My specialty? **Helping intermediate/advanced learners gain fluency and confidence** through lively, culturally rich discussions—like sharing stories over virtual "cups of tea." Having worked across industries (from entry-level to management), I adapt effortlessly to your goals, whether it’s travel, work, or daily life. Fluent in Afrikaans and deeply curious about cultures, I love showing how English bridges worlds—just like my own journey. Let’s make your English as vibrant as the places we’ll explore together!Me as a Teacher
I am a qualified TEFL and TESOL teacher. I have been teaching online for four years. I have also passed home education with distinction. I have completed two modules in Early Childhood Education and am a mother to two beautiful children. I feel that my qualifications, coupled with my life experience and the fact that English is my native tongue, will equip me to be a really good teacher. I teach students of all ages, from as young a three to students who are already retired. I tailor my lessons to suit my students' individual needs. I don't specialize in a particular area of English. However, I particularly enjoy conversation practice. I am passionate about teaching English. My lessons & teaching style
I believe that learning should be fun, regardless of your age. I believe that you are never too old or too young to learn. I believe that the more senses you engage when learning something, the more you retain. My approach to teaching English would be to teach you to fish, not to give you a fish for dinner, by teaching you to fish, I am teaching you how to have meals for the rest of your life. I believe that I cannot correct you, if I cannot connect with you. My aim is to teach you English which is a valuable skill whilst having as much fun as possible.My teaching material
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
MASTERS TEFL & TESOL COURSE - GLOBAL LANGUAGE TRAINING - 2020
Certificate verified
5.0
Rating
201
Students
2,286
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
75 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
English for beginners
A1 - A2Language Essentials278 lessons completed
USD 11.25+
Package with 11% off
English Pronunciation
A1 - C2Language Essentials182 lessons completed
USD 11.25+
Package with 11% off
English Conversation practice
B1 - C2Conversation1,529 lessons completed
USD 11.25+
Package with 11% off
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164 Reviews
Siriwan
24 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
She is a wonderful teacher with a passion for teaching. She creates a variety of engaging topics and encourages me to speak up. Additionally, she provides helpful suggestions for improvement.
Aug 25, 2024
ZAMIR AHMED KHAN
178 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
DearTeacher,
Thank for being so outstanding,understanding and caring you proved that learning can be joyous and pleasant experience.
You are wonderful teacher.
Feb 4, 2023
antonio
16 English lessons
Teacher very efficient as always. Lesson extremely useful and, by the way, great fun!
Nov 27, 2025
Stanislava
95 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
All lessons with Tracy are fantastic! Every time she finds a lot of interesting topics to discuss. She always corrects all my grammar and lexical mistakes in a very professional manner so I never make them again!
May 19, 2024
antonio
16 English lessons
Always happy to spend time with Tracy: great teacher and very openminded lady!
Dec 28, 2025
Victoria
11 English lessons
Thank you Tracy! Like our lessons. Feedback at the end of each lesson is very useful for me.
Sep 28, 2025
Trial Lesson
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