University of Toronto graduate, BS. Animal lover, anime fan, and a huge nerd when it comes to games!
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Bosnian
Native
Croatian
Native
Serbian
Native
German
Other
Russian
University of Toronto graduate, BS. Animal lover, anime fan, and a huge nerd when it comes to games!
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From Bosnia and HerzegovinaLiving in Other, Bosnia and Herzegovina (11:16 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jun 21, 2021
InterestsTechPets & AnimalsReadingFilms & TV SeriesGaming
Hello! My name is Stanislav, Stan for short. I am a 49-year-old male from Bosnia, married for over 2 decades and counting, war veteran, Bachelor of Science from Toronto U, speaking English for well over 30 years now. I am passionate about cats & dogs, gaming, music, movies, and anime. I love reading, and learning new things - I am a computer engineer by trade, but I got a welder's license as well, and have worked as an archivist for few years in addition to my military background so you can see I have a wide spectrum of interests :)
My creations
Me as a Teacher
Highly dedicated and experienced educator with a Bachelor of Science degree, specializing in teaching English at the B1-C1 proficiency level. Known for a charismatic, patient, and humorous teaching style that fosters a dynamic learning environment. Strong communicator, motivating students to improve their language skills through engaging and thoughtful lessons. A champion of slow and steady progress, always encouraging students to take the first step in their learning journey.
My lessons & teaching style
I am a patient and kind type (so my students tell me!) - my greatest joy is when students actually ASK me questions (that means that they are awake, as well :P ). I enjoy interacting with people, and interactive style suits me best, but of course, I can be "old school" and stick to the book, if that is what is required!
SKILLS
Strong command of English grammar and vocabulary.
Ability to motivate and inspire students with humor and patience.
Knowledgeable in working with students of various backgrounds and language levels.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Adaptable and resilient in handling challenges within a class.
My teaching material
Text Documents
Audio files
Image files
Video files
Articles and news
Quizzes
Certificates
TEFL - Oxford Seminars - 2011
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2018 - 2024
Teacher/tutorVarious online platforms
Education
2008 - 2011
Bachelor’s - Computer scienceUniversity of Toronto
Work Experience
2012 - 2018
QA SupervisorInstitute for materials and constructions testing
5.0
Rating
589
Students
3,876
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
5.0
Rating
589
Students
3876
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
260 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
Discussions on daily topics and news; fluency practice, vocabulary building
A2 - C2Conversation3,361 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 10% off
Elementary English Course A1-A2
A1 - A2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 10% off
English Test Training: No Stress, Just Progress
B1 - B2Language Essentials1 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 10% off
Availability
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My creations
Podcast (3)
198 Reviews
BallparkCanoe 61
209 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Mr. Stanislav is an exceptional English teacher who truly stands out for his dedication, knowledge, and passion for teaching. His lessons are always engaging and well-structured, making even the most challenging topics easy to understand. He has a unique ability to explain things clearly and make learning enjoyable for everyone in the class.
What really makes Mr. Stanislav special is his patience and genuine care for his students. He takes the time to make sure each person is keeping up and always encourages us to do our best. Whether it's helping with grammar, writing, or building confidence in speaking, he supports everyone every step of the way.
Thanks to his teaching, I’ve improved a lot and feel more confident using English both inside and outside the classroom. Mr. Stanislav creates a positive learning environment where students feel motivated and respected.
I highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their English with a great teacher who truly cares.
Apr 20, 2025
Aza & Rhea
95 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Teacher Stan's classes are interesting, usually he gives reading materials before classes and askes questions during classes, sometimes I can just do some casual conversations, no limited topic but he corrects grammar mistakes. In short he's a great teacher👍
Apr 12, 2025
nestor
15 English lessons
Very good person!
Jun 10, 2025
Andrew Kozlov
103 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
After 100 lessons with Stanislav, I’ve gone from fumbling through basic phrases to confidently wielding English like a pro. His lessons are engaging, insightful, and often hilarious -proof that learning a language doesn’t have to be a chore.
Thank you, Stanislav, for being such a brilliant (and entertaining) teacher. Here’s to many more lessons!
Apr 17, 2025
nestor
15 English lessons
Good person, and I can talk about many thing of the world