13:00 - 13:45, Jun 19th
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Let's talk about travel
B1: Intermediate | Travel and global culture
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Tom G - Adults/Kids
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Tom G - Adults/Kids
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Maximum Speaking Opportunities • Grammar Support • British • Experienced & Certified
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Maximum Speaking Opportunities • Grammar Support • British • Experienced & Certified
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From United KingdomLiving in Other, Panama (01:48 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jul 7, 2021InterestsSports & FitnessTechFoodMusicTravel
I’m Tom, a certified teacher. I work with all levels (beginners to advanced), and I have a lot of experience teaching speaking skills and correct grammar usage. Whether you’re shy about conversations or need specific help to take your English to the next level, I’m here to help you speak confidently and accurately.
With 19 years’ experience (in colleges since 2006 & online since 2017), I’ve helped students of all levels—from kids to teens to professionals.
Fun fact: I’m learning Spanish in Panamá now, so I totally get the challenges (and joys) of language learning! I also take Spanish lessons weekly on italki.
Let’s turn your English goals into reality. 😊Me as a Teacher
👂🏻 My English accent is neutral & easy to understand.
💼 I'm a qualified teacher with 19 years of experience.
📢 I have teaching qualifications & a degree. I've given presentations at conferences about teaching & delivered training.
👀 I teach adults & children of all abilities. (I prefer not to teach younger than 7 years old online.)
👏 I am a patient & supportive tutor.
In general, my lessons focus on helping you to practise speaking. I'm skilful at helping you to develop confidence and improve your accuracy and fluency. I can also help you with specific skills, test preparation, presentations, or any of your English language needs!My lessons & teaching style
My lessons are interactive, and I help you to speak as much as possible! I have a patient and calm teaching style. I want to help you grow in confidence. I will support you as you speak and correct you as necessary.
Learning goals:
🏀 grammar (tenses)
🛹 conversation, speaking, listening
🏃♂️ pronunciation
🏀 reading & vocabulary
🛹 travel & culture
🏃 test preparation
🏀 homework tutoring
After our lesson, I like to send you some lesson notes and homework if you wish.
Zoom works very well for lessons, and we can use the classroom whiteboard. The italki classroom is great too!
👚👔DRESS: Please dress appropriately for our virtual learning environment. Thanks!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Adult ESOL Diploma - Warwick University - 2010
Certificate verified
Certificate in TESOL - Trinity College London - 2006I completed the Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (Trinity College London), at a college in Coventry. It taught me the skills and knowledge to take my first teaching job. I gained teaching experience with real learners, language awareness including grammar and phonology, and much knowledge of teaching techniques to help teaching English to different levels. I also had experience being taught an unknown language (Japanese) to help me understand how it feels. Coventry,
Certificate verified
Education
2002 - 2005
Bachelor’s - Design & Technology
Work Experience
2015 - 2017
English Language LecturerI taught teenagers from many different countries, preparing them for City & Guilds ESOL exams from beginner to advanced level. I was responsible for the course.
2013 - 2015
ESOL Resource SpecialistI worked as an ESOL Resource Specialist, (freelance). I prepared quality lesson plans and online teaching tools that have been used and appreciated by many teachers and students. I developed materials for various British Council projects including ESOL Nexus, Offender Learning & Anniversaries Project.
2013 - 2015
English Language Lecturer
2006 - 2013
English Language LecturerI worked as a lecturer and course organiser for a large college in England. I worked with refugees and international students, preparing them for exams such as IELTS and City & Guilds Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. I was given much teacher training and development while working here.
2017 - 2025
Online English TutorI have been teaching adults and children online since 2017. I have experience of teaching one-to-one and groups, from beginner level to advanced. I like teaching grammar, vocabulary and reading skills. I can do free conversations classes or specific lessons on topics of choice.
5.0
Rating
131
Students
2,536
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
71 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
English Tenses & Grammar Review (Lessons or Courses)
A1 - C2Language Essentials376 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
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Essential Conversation Practice
A2 - C2Conversation469 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
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Using English at Work
A1 - C2Language Essentials379 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
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Let's Talk About The News
B1 - C2Language Essentials81 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
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English Lessons for Children & Teenagers
A1 - C2Language Essentials97 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
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157 Reviews
ArtyomGorskii
1 English lesson
Teacher’s pick
Tom is a patient, kind, and excellent teacher! He corrected my mistakes kindly and in a good manner! I've had an amazing free conversation about my interests and hobbies, dacha culture, learning languages, about my country and Panama, sports and extra-curricular activities! It was awesome! Tom fixed my mistakes in pronunciation and grammar politely!
Apr 24, 2025
maria orlova
104 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
My daughter just loves learning English with Tom. After each lesson she looks happy and motivated.
Her level of the language has significantly improved. And it’s not only speaking skills, her grammar has also taken a step forward, though grammar could be tricky at such a young age.
Thank you, Tom!
Apr 3, 2023
Roy
3 English lessons
It is very interesting and we talk about travelling
May 29, 2025
Maria Eugenia
1 English lesson
Teacher’s pick
My first lesson was fantastic! Tom is incredibly patient, well-prepared, and easy to talk to. I've had many classes before, but this one stood out for being both personalized and efficient. I highly recommend his lessons!
Oct 5, 2024
Maria Ruiz colom
1 English lesson
Buen profesor y muy atento
Jun 13, 2025
Maria K.
2 English lessons
It was my very first class at italki. I was very nervous if I could do it. It was excellent, Tom is a very kind and patient teacher. I've already booked another lesson :) I'm glad I made a good choice :)
Nov 20, 2024
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