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MedicalExecutive English Conversational & Professional Communication Coach
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
French
Other
Specialties
MedicalExecutive English Conversational & Professional Communication Coach
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From South AfricaLiving in Tshwane Metro , South Africa (19:38 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jun 7, 2021InterestsMedical & HealthcareBusiness & FinanceTravelReadingSports & Fitness
I am an Executive English Communication Coach with close to 10 years of experience helping professionals speak, present, and lead with confidence.
With backgrounds in Health Sciences, TESOL + TEFL and Arts, I specialize in clarity, strategic fluency, and professional presence. My coaching goes beyond grammar, focusing on how you think, articulate ideas, and communicate with confidence. I work with motivated individuals preparing for leadership roles, international opportunities, public speaking, or career advancement, providing structured pathways to measurable communication growth.Me as a Teacher
I work with ambitious professionals and Students who want to communicate clearly, confidently, and strategically in global environments.
This is not casual conversation practice.
This is structured, outcome-focused communication coaching for professionals and students who are ready to invest in serious growth.
I teach professionals and students to think in English, not memorize or cram words. My coaching trains your brain to process English naturally, so you can speak confidently, clearly, and fluently in real-world situations.
Because in global spaces, how you communicate matters as much as what you know. My lessons & teaching style
My coaching is:
✔ Structured and goal-oriented
✔ Based on real-world professional scenarios
✔ Focused on clarity, influence, and executive presence
✔ Designed with measurable progress in mind
💼 WHAT MAKES MY COACHING DIFFERENT
This is not grammar drilling.
This is strategic communication development.
We focus on:
• How you think in English
• How you respond under pressure
• How you position yourself professionally
• How you sound in leadership environments
Your English should reflect your competence.Certificates
120-Hours TEFL/TESOL Course - Lead Academy - 2021
120- Hours TEFL Course - TEFL Professional Development Institute - 2021
Bachelor of Oral Hygiene - Sefako Makgatho Health Science University - 2021Successful completion of an accredited Oral Hygiene degree, including academic coursework in oral health, anatomy, and preventative dentistry, along with clinical practice, patient treatment experience, and final examinations.
This qualification enables me to practice as an oral health professional and provides in-depth knowledge of medical terminology, patient communication, and healthcare environments, which I incorporate into my Medical English lessons.
Teaching experience
2021 - 2024
Independent Online PracticeDesigned and facilitated structured workshops focused on leadership communication and professional email writing for working professionals and emerging leaders.
Key focus areas included:
-Executive-level written communication
-Professional email structure and tone
-Diplomatic and persuasive messaging
-Leadership language and authority in writing
-Structured argument development
-Clarity and precision in workplace correspondence
2023 - 2025
Communication & Professional Writing coachDeveloped and delivered advanced communication workshops focused on speaking confidently in professional settings and navigating workplace etiquette in international environments.
Training included:
-Speaking in meetings with clarity and authority
-Executive-level discussion practice
-Workplace communication etiquette
-Cross-cultural professionalism
-Handling difficult conversations diplomatically
-Structured self-introduction and professional presence
-Integrated real-world simulations
2022 - Current
Presentation & Interview Skills CoachingCoached professionals and students on delivering structured, persuasive, and confident presentations in academic and corporate settings.
-Trained clients in storytelling techniques, message clarity, and audience engagement.
-Provided mock interview simulations with real-time feedback and performance analysis.
-Developed personalized strategies for, competency-based, and panel interviews.
-Enhanced clients’ verbal articulation, body language, and executive presence.
-Improved confidence
Education
2018 - 2020
Bachelor’s - ORAL HYGIENE
2022 - 2024
Bachelor’s - Fashion Design
Work Experience
2019 - 2020
Oral Hygiene graduateAcademic background in Health Sciences with strong emphasis on clarity, precision, and professional communication.
Developed expertise in:
-Technical explanation
-Simplifying complex information
-Professional terminology development
-Ethical and structured communication practices
This multidisciplinary background strengthens my ability to coach professionals from medical, legal, and corporate sectors.
4.9
Rating
123
Students
446
Lessons
98%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
44 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Strategic Conversational, Professional Speaking & Confidence Boost: Think, Speak & Lead in English
B1 - C2Conversation346 lessons completed
USD 19.00+
Package with 24% off
English for Professionals | Strategy, Influence & Career Growth
B1 - C1Conversation12 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 19% off
Interview & Career Growth Bootcamp
B1 - C1Conversation13 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 28% off
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56 Reviews
Hiart
1 English lesson
I really enjoyed the conversation lesson with Maps. The topic was interesting, and I loved the exchange of ideas. I felt encouraged to participate and share my thoughts, which made the lesson feel relaxed and motivating. It was a great session. Thank you so much, Maps! ☺️😊
Jan 15, 2026
YSSC
11 English lessons
先生はとても聡明で、本来は語学を学ぶつもりだったのに、人生で大切なことや哲学まで、深く学ばせていただいています。
ここまで自立した視点で、意味のあるレッスンを受けられる先生は、なかなかいないと思います。
先生のおかげで多くの気づきを得ており、尊敬しています。
Dec 6, 2025
Rodrigo
13 English lessons
The class was very interesting and maps is an excellent teacher to improve the conversation skills. She provides me topics to have a conversation and that helps a lot.
Oct 31, 2025
YSSC
11 English lessons
お若いのに誠実で、落ち着いた考え方を持っている先生です。安心して学べて、毎回新しい気づきをもらえます。自然といろいろ相談したくなる雰囲気があり、とても信頼できる先生です。
Dec 9, 2025
Rodrigo
13 English lessons
Excellent class!
Nov 3, 2025
Valentina Barbieri
7 English lessons
Maps is very kind and professional! She always brings up interesting topics to discuss, corrects me, and suggests new words to help me improve my speaking
Oct 15, 2025
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