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Gavin

English

Native

Japanese

Spanish

From United Kingdom

Living in Other, United Kingdom

I'm Gavin from the UK. I've got keen interest in the outdoors and have climbed in places such as Yosemite and the Alps; as well as participating in mountain running events such as the 'Glencoe Skyline' and 'Ultra Trail Snowdonia'. I also have an interest in films, TV, and literature and have worked as a cinematographer on various short fiction and documentary projects. Finally, I have vast experience in the Manufacturing Industry from my time working as a Quality Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, and in Customer Service & Planning. If you are a climber, a runner, a film enthusiast, or work in Manufacturing then I will be a great teacher for you. I have experience of teaching English in Japan as well as teaching English and Media Studies in UK high schools & Sixth Form. I'm also a student of Japanese so I understand the difficulties that students encounter when trying to learn a new language. One of the most helpful things to me in my own studies has been using context that is meaningful for me, in order to underpin some of the key language learning points that I've been studying. I like to engage with students on topics which are important to their lives, in order to ensure that the content is enjoyable, relevant, and memorable. In the trial lesson I will assess the level of the student and learn about their interests and English goals. In subsequent lessons I will use material appropriate to the Student which is relevant, fun, and engaging. Knowledge of the topic w...

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Sports & Fitness

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English

Conversation Practice

B1-C2

Conversation

286 lessons completed

USD 15.00+

20% off

Role Play

A1-C2

Conversation

0 lessons completed

USD 26.00

20% off

Grammar Focus

A1-C2

Language Essentials

13 lessons completed

USD 35.00

23% off

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5.0

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Structured lessons·2

Patient·3

For beginners·1

Juan Rodríguez Márqu

6 English lessons

It was really nice. We talked about different topics, focusing on communication skills.

Alberto Sanchez

8 English lessons

Really good teacher!!

Mia

5 English lessons

Thank you very much for your support, Gavin. I feel so lucky to take your leeson. Have an enjoyable trip😊

Miky Sánchez-G

8 English lessons

Very very nice conversation, I enjoyed a lot! Thank you very much, Gavin, and see you soon!

Alberto Sanchez

8 English lessons

Excellent class

Mia

5 English lessons

Gavin went through the my presemtatiom material before the lesson and gave me useful advice to make it better. He also provided detailed suggestions after my rehearsal. Thanks for your patience and help, Gavin.