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English
Native
Speaks
Zulu
Specialties
BusinessTest PreparationKidsAbout Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From South AfricaLiving in Johannesburg, South Africa (12:17 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 6, 2021InterestsLegal ServicesFoodTravelBusiness & FinanceSports & Fitness
Hello, my name is Melissa, but you can call me Mel! I am a young, enthusiastic ESL teacher from Johannesburg, South Africa. I am very passionate about teaching and would love to help you improve your confidence in English. I am a Law graduate, currently doing a Master's in Intellectual Property Law. I have a 120-hour TESOL Certificate. I have over two years’ teaching experience, teaching both children and adults. I am a very punctual and reliable individual, so my students never have to worry about me being late for class or not showing up at all.Me as a Teacher
I believe that respect is the best policy, therefore I treat all of my students with respect. I am a very patient, kind, and approachable teacher. My students can feel free to be themselves and talk to me about anything. My goal as a teacher is to help improve all my students' confidence with English. I will be focusing on conversational English, Grammar, pronunciation, and English Fluency. I also have a Corporate background, therefore I can assist students with corporate-related needs such as (preparing for an interview, preparing for a presentation, or even going over a business plan). My lessons & teaching style
Lessons with me are conversational. I believe that students learn best when they are free and comfortable to just be themselves. I understand that each student learns differently; therefore, my lessons are each structured differently, to suit each individual's unique set of needs. Do not be shy to make mistakes; in my class, mistakes are all part of the process. We can have a conversation about current affairs, travel, sport, food, entertainment, or anything that appeals to a student. In that way, I can pick up mistakes and help correct my students' pronunciation and fluency in English. My students can expect fun class quizzes and PowerPoint presentations.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
Teaching English as a Foreign Language - Teacher Record - 2024
Certificate verified
Teaching Business English TEFL Course - Premier TEFL - 2024To obtain my certification, I completed specialized training that focused on key business communication skills, such as writing emails, conducting meetings, and negotiating in English. I also learned how to create lesson plans tailored to the professional needs of my students. This certification allows me to help students improve their English in business settings, giving them the confidence to communicate effectively in meetings, presentations, and daily work interactions.
Certificate verified
30 Hour IELTS Preparation Qualification - The TEFL Institute - 2024In addition to my TEFL certificate, I have completed an IELTS Preparation Qualification where I learnt in detail how to teach the 4 essential skills and the challenges connected to teaching students exam preparation. With this knowledge, I will assist my students in preparing for their exams with ease. I have already been teaching IELTS on iTalki, but this qualification has equipped me with the necessary skills to do it even better.
Certificate verified
TESOL - Magic Ears - 2021120-Hours TESOL Certificate which allows me to teach English to speakers of other languages. I learnt how to prepare lesson material, how to handle different student needs and how to create a productive learning environment.
Certificate verified
TESOL - Magic Ears - 2021The comprehensive program equipped me with essential skills for teaching English to young learners. it covered theoretical foundations such as English linguistics, language acquisition, and teaching methodologies like CLT and TPR. Practical training involved developing skills in lesson planning, classroom management, and student assessment. This training helped me understand child development and what motivates young learners, enabling me to design structured, interactive and enjoyable lessons.
Certificate verified
Education
2016 - 2020
Bachelor’s - LLB in LawBachelor Degree in South African Law.
Work Experience
2018 - 2021
Academic TutorAcademic Tutor, tutoring law students law related modules.
2019 - 2020
Online TutorOnline Tutor- tutoring high school subjects (Maths, English and Geography).
5.0
Rating
2,376
Students
16.0k
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
1,563 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
English Grammar Lessons (for all levels)
A1 - C2Language Essentials3,506 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 14% off
English Conversation Practice (for all levels)
A1 - C2Conversation7,984 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 10% off
English for Beginners (boost your confidence with English)
A1 - B2Language Essentials909 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 10% off
English for Kids🌈👩🏼🎓😊
A1 - C2Kids918 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 4% off
Business English👨🏽💻
A1 - C2Business915 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 14% off
Test Preparation - IELTS, TOEFL and TOEIC
A1 - C2Test Preparation234 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 14% off
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959 Reviews
Juho Wallenberg
1 English lesson
Perfect!
Jan 11, 2026
Teresa Galan
111 English lessons
THe best for me
Jan 7, 2026
Teresa Galan
111 English lessons
The best.
Dec 10, 2025
Mar García
1 English lesson
Mel is very friendly, pleasant and fun. I really enjoyed the class and I think it's a good start for those who, like me, want to feel relaxed and not overwhelmed by the stress of speaking English.
Jan 8, 2026
Teresa Galan
111 English lessons
The best.
Dec 17, 2025
Bran
1 English lesson
She was very patient and gave excellent advice.
Dec 9, 2025
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