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Sam Lancaster
Community TutorTeaches
English
Native
Speaks
Thai
Arabic
Chinese (Mandarin)
Japanese
Korean
Portuguese
Russian
Turkish
Phonics & Reading Teacher for Kids | 14+ Years of Experience
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Thai
Arabic
Chinese (Mandarin)
Japanese
Korean
Portuguese
Russian
Turkish
Phonics & Reading Teacher for Kids | 14+ Years of Experience
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From United KingdomLiving in London, United Kingdom (00:45 UTC+07:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jan 16, 2022InterestsReadingAnimation & ComicsSciencePets & AnimalsArt
I'm Sam, a certified English teacher with over 14 years of experience helping children aged 3 to 11 learn to read and speak English with confidence. I specialize in phonics and early reading, using fun, interactive lessons to build strong foundations in pronunciation, vocabulary, and comprehension. I hold a Master’s degree from the University of Birmingham and a TESOL certificate. I'm also fluent in Thai and understand the challenges of learning a new language. My classes are full of energy, tailored to each child's level, and designed to inspire a love of reading while delivering real progress.Me as a Teacher
I’m a patient, enthusiastic, and experienced teacher who loves working with young learners. I specialize in teaching phonics and reading to children aged 3 to 11 using fun, structured, and engaging methods. I help students develop clear pronunciation, strong reading skills, and confidence in speaking English. My lessons include games, songs, stories, and visual materials that keep children focused and excited to learn. I provide gentle correction and positive encouragement, so children feel safe, supported, and proud of their progress every step of the way. My lessons & teaching style
My lessons are designed just for young children, with a focus on phonics, early reading, and speaking skills. I use colorful visuals, interactive games, stories, and songs to make each lesson exciting and effective. Children learn how to sound out words, build vocabulary, and read simple sentences with confidence. Each class is playful yet structured, balancing fun with focused learning. I offer clear feedback to parents and adapt each lesson to suit your child’s age and level, making learning English a joyful journey for every young learner.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
120 hour TESOL Certificate - ICOES - 2018Grade: Distinction
Education
2007 - 2008
Master's - Polymer EngineeringThesis titled, ‘The effect of cross-links on the properties of Nylon-6’ was a practical based study in which I gained experience of using equipment and knowledge in analysis techniques.
2001 - 2005
Bachelor’s - Mechanical EngineeringA large part of the course was practical, in which I gained experience and technical knowledge of manufacturing machines and processes.
Work Experience
2021 - 2022
English Teacher
2017 - 2021
English TeacherOnline
2016 - 2017
English TeacherTeaching adults
2015 - 2016
English TeacherTeaching adults English
2014 - 2015
English TeacherTaught ages 16 to 20 in various subjects. 28 hours a week. Using role-plays, fun activities, practice with foreigners, regular tests, and homework. Also responsible for several extra activities such as judging the English speech and singing competitions.
2011 - 2014
English TeacherWorking at a primary school for 4 years helped me gain valuable experience in teaching kids, creating engaging lesson plans, and tailoring my teaching to meet the individual needs of each student. This experience has been helpful in my current role as an online ESL teacher for both kids and adults, allowing me to create effective and engaging lessons that build student confidence. Overall, my experience working with kids has helped me become a more effective and knowledgeable educator.
2022 - 2023
English Teacher
4.9
Rating
568
Students
3,866
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
290 lessons completed
USD 5.99+
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B1 - C2Conversation1,109 lessons completed
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Fun Phonics & Reading Lessons for Kids (Ages 3–11)
A1 - B1Kids551 lessons completed
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Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
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Quiz (6)
138 Reviews
Alba González Mirats
8 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Sam is a really good teacher, not only does he help you to become more fluent but also he has a lot of interesting topics to talk about. He is really open-minded and a really interesting person. I totally enjoy our classes and at the same time I learn new vocabulary and prectise my speaking.
Thank you, Sam!!
Aug 6, 2025
跳跳Zane
2 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
👍🏻Teacher Sam is erudite. My child learned a lot of interesting konwledge in his class. Thanks for Teacher Sam's hard work and patience to such a young student 💕
May 5, 2025
Layla
2 English lessons
A very good lesson.It is very beneficial to my English study.
Jan 31, 2026
stefano pozzato
2 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Sam has a very balanced teaching approach: grammar, conversation, listening, and reading are naturally integrated, making the learning process effective and never boring. He is always available to clarify doubts, encourages active participation, and creates a positive and motivating environment.
Jul 28, 2025
Layla
2 English lessons
A very good class.I learned a lot of useful grammar rules and some tips for my pronunciation.🍀
Feb 4, 2026
Tiago Novaes
2 English lessons
Samuel is an excellent teacher. The interaction is smooth and friendly, and it doesn’t feel like we’re studying. Still, during the lesson, my pronunciation improved noticeably between the first minutes and the end of the class. I highly recommend him.
Jan 19, 2026
Trial Lesson
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