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Johan
Professional TeacherTeaches
Afrikaans
Native
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Portuguese
Other
Specialties
BusinessPassionate about business English. 15 years experience working for US industry giant.
Teaches
Afrikaans
Native
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Portuguese
Other
Specialties
BusinessPassionate about business English. 15 years experience working for US industry giant.
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From South AfricaLiving in Other, Ecuador (10:33 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Mar 30, 2021InterestsSports & FitnessFoodTech
Passionate Business English specialist with 15 years at a US industry giant! I transform professionals through targeted lessons in negotiations, presentations, and corporate communication. My tech-savvy, sports-loving approach makes learning dynamic – whether you’re mastering emails or Afrikaans conversations. Let’s achieve your goals with real-world strategies and a splash of fun!Me as a Teacher
Adept at managing any age or proficiency level of students in a classroom to ensure effective learning
Proficient in developing activities, tools, and methods to help students learn English in unique ways
Excellent ability to connect with students and encourage them to excel
Dedicated to helping students master English despite learning disabilities or other challenges
Ability to work with students individually or in groups to increase language development My lessons & teaching style
We are unique. I understand this. My lessons and teaching style are unique for every individual based on their abilities and personality.
My teaching style mostly incorporates:
Connect with my students.
Create a safe, fun learning environment.
Establish routines.
Speak slowly and enunciate words based on the student's level
Use non-verbal communication.
Make things visual.
Check for understanding.
Adaptable.
Create engaging lessons.
Introduce new vocabulary before use in lessons.
Practice differentiated teaching strategies.
Learn about my students’ cultural backgrounds.
Incorporate the latest technology.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Test templates and examples
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
Certificates
TEFL - 120 Hour - TEFL Professional Development Institute - 2020
Certificate verified
TESOL - 120 Hour - International Open Academy - 2020
Certificate verified
IELTS - The British Council - 2007
Certificate verified
N. Dip Mechanical Engineering - Technikon Pretoria - 1994I have worked from 1994 until 2021 for General Motors as a mechanical engineer and a project manager. It is a global company. We used business English every day. Additionally, I have been working for Business English2 Go as the lead teacher for the last 2 years. We use the Off2Class paid platform to teach our students. It is a great system, and I have also subscribed to the service to teach my Italki students. Attached is a copy of my degree.
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2021 - 2024
Online English teacherUnleash your potential on Italki! I'm your guide to mastering English for business, acing the IELTS & TOEFL, or nailing your job interview. Learn conversational Afrikaans or English, and connect with the world. Let's embark on this rewarding language journey together!
2022 - 2024
Online Teacher
2022 - 2024
Lead Teacher and CoordinatorI lead engaging Business English group classes tailored for global companies, equipping teams with the communication skills they need to thrive in the international marketplace.
Education
1990 - 1994
Bachelor’s - Mechanical Engineering
Work Experience
1996 - 2016
Lead EngineerLead global sourcing team during new vehicle development. Daily corporate style online meetings with global team members taught me different cultures, speech styles, business English and techniques on how to eliminate communication gaps.
2009 - 2014
Chess coach - Junior provincial teamChess coach for the junior provincial team taught me how to prepare captivating lessons for kids aged 6 - 16 years. I did this as a hobby without compensation - just passion. Seeing my students succeed is the top priority and super rewarding.
2020 - 2021
Online TutorSince the start of the COVID pandemic, I started teaching English online for various companies.
5.0
Rating
128
Students
2,072
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Afrikaans Lessons
Afrikaans
English
Trial Lesson
60 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
Afrikaans - General communication - Structured lesson plans with learning materials.
A1 - C2Language Essentials430 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 25% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
178 Reviews
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Afrikaans
English
Verena Rostek
228 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Thank you Johan :-) I've really enjoyed the lesson with you today, as always. Every lesson is well prepared, funny and I learn a lot.
Apr 24, 2021
Angel Rachel
76 Afrikaans lessons
Just the best teacher and an amazing person.
Feb 12, 2026
Angel Rachel
76 Afrikaans lessons
Johan is an amazing teacher and person. Every week we learn and have fun. Afrikaans is easy with him
Jan 29, 2026
Oliver
6 English lessons
The Bigger Picture
Oliver, I want you to really hear this: Your fluency is already impressive. Your reading is strong. Your speaking is natural. Your curiosity is infectious. This grammar work isn't about starting from zero—it's about filling in the specific gaps that will take you from "very good" to "absolutely exceptional."
You're not climbing a mountain. You're polishing a diamond. And the shine is already there.
Keep bringing that energy, that focus, that beautiful spirit to every lesson.
Because that's what's going to take you to C1—not just the grammar, but the person you are.
I'm genuinely proud of you, Oliver. And I'm genuinely excited about what's coming next.
Let's keep shining! 🌟
Best regards,
Johan
Feb 13, 2026
Sergey Golikov
28 English lessons
We had an interesting lesson during which we exchanged opinions on the nature of inflation, how to garner public support for a ruler, and whether a nation gets the government it deserves.
Jan 30, 2026
Oliver
6 English lessons
I truly love every single one of your classes with all my heart. The fun classroom activities you design, along with your patient guidance, always make learning English easy and enjoyable. That’s why I dare to ask questions and share my ideas boldly in class, and I never feel nervous at all.
Jan 24, 2026
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