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Mickey
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Certified ESL Teacher | BA in Communication Studies
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Xhosa
Native
Zulu
Other
Certified ESL Teacher | BA in Communication Studies
From South AfricaLiving in Cape Town, South Africa (22:42 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jul 30, 2021InterestsFilms & TV SeriesReadingWritingHistoryMarketing
Hello! My name is Mickey, and I’m an English tutor from Cape Town, South Africa. I’m a full-time Communication Studies student and I hold a 120-hour TEFL certificate. Alongside teaching, I run a small crochet business called Cotha, where I make handmade hats.
I have experience teaching conversational English to both teenagers and adults, and I focus on helping students build confidence through natural, meaningful conversations. I also assist with speech preparation, essay writing, editing, and improving sentence structure. My belief is simple: the best way to learn a language is to use it, enjoy it, and be exposed to it often.
As a teacher, I have a very dynamic and accommodating approach. I make it my mission to make my students feel as comfortable as possible and I make sure that they feel like an important contribution to the lesson . I am very patient with my learners because I understand how difficult it is to learn a new language and I believe very strongly that compassion for my students is a very important tool in the learning environment. I encourage my students to embrace their mistakes because that is a sign of learning. Most importantly, I take my job very seriously and I try my very best to make sure my students have fun.
My lessons are mostly conversational. We will be discussing all kinds of topics while extending your vocabulary and building your confidence with speaking English. I will help you work on your grammar and pronunciation during these fun lessons...My teaching material
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
- Flashcards
4.9
Rating
78
Students
202
Lessons
96%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
55 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
Real-Life English Conversations — Talk About Your Day, Your favourite book, Anything!
A2 - C1Conversation124 lessons completed
USD 8.00
Package with 10% off
Academic & Professional English — Writing, Editing & Presentation Help
A1 - C2Language Essentials1 lessons completed
USD 9.00
Package with 16% off
IELTS Exam preparation - Academic & General
A1 - C2Language Essentials4 lessons completed
USD 9.00
Package with 16% off
Availability
21 Reviews
Milan Lavicka
3 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Mickey is a friendly person, I think I found my English teacher. Highly recommended.
Aug 18, 2021
Mar Lujan
1 English lesson
Teacher Mickey is very kind, warm, and empowering woman. She's a great teacher that push you forward with advice and support. We talked a lot of different topics and we had fun.
Feb 5, 2026
Chiara
1 English lesson
Mickey is kind and she makes you feel comfortable in the conversation. She gives advice on how to improve your English and suggests additional tools (films, podcasts). I recommend her
Mar 23, 2024
Anna
4 English lessons
Micky is a patient teacher. She has a lot of innovative and advanced opinions towards the world. She is always open-minded to accept all your ideas. It will be an interesting journey learning with her.
May 1, 2026
Marcin Jędrocha
2 English lessons
She is a very calm and cheerful person. It was a pleasure to chat with Mickey, and obviously I will buy the next lesson.
Nov 11, 2025
mariliva mattiolo
1 English lesson
We had a conversation and Mickey was really supportive and motivating.
Feb 26, 2024
Trial Lesson
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