470 English tutors available
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4,210 Lessons
Expert IELTS Speaking Coach with over 10 years teaching experience. Looking for a friendly, results-driven IELTS Speaking coach? I’m your guy! With nearly a decade of experience and a track record of boosting students’ band scores quickly, I specialize in helping you succeed—whether you’re aiming for IELTS success or just want to speak English with confidence. Having travelled to over 40 countries and lived on three continents, I bring a world of stories and an open mind to every lesson. Let’s work together to unlock your potential and make your English goals a reality!
810 Lessons
CELTA-certified tutor with 10 years of teaching experience | Adults only I have been teaching English for almost 10. I have taught both offline and online. I have been a big fan of a British accent, so I am happy to share my knowledge about pronunciation with my students. Moreover, I have been preparing students for IELTS over the course of my whole career. The students mostly come from China, Hong Kong, South Korea, Japan, Sauid Arabia, etc. In general, I can help you achieve your target score for all 4 modules, including listening, reading, writing and speaking! :)
5,352 Lessons
Learning a language can be frustrating. Especially if you feel like you’re not making progress. That’s why I make my lessons fun, interesting, and logical. I structure my lessons in a way that helps you build upon the vocabulary and grammar that you already know. I also provide resources and written transcripts to help you review. That way, you can look back and see your progress. I use scientifically proven study methods, such as spaced repetition and active recall to make our time together efficient and effective.
11.9k Lessons
Former EXAMINER for the IELTS Speaking Test and IELTS Writing Test / DELTA Qualified IELTS Speaking Test + Writing Test Specialist + IELTS Examiner (ex) EXAMINER - IELTS Speaking Test at British Council - Hong Kong - 2 years EXAMINER - IELTS Writing Test in Hong Kong - 2 years EXAMINER - IELTS Speaking Test at the British Council - Tokyo, Japan - 3 years * Examined 1000+ candidates * Teaching IELTS for 39 years - since 1985 - all 4 skills - mainly 1:1, but classes, too I’ve taught English at all levels from absolute beginner (A1) to advanced (C2), as well as English for Doctors, English for Nurses, English for Lawyers, Business English, English for Academic Purposes, Exam English - including B2 First (formerly FCE) and Cambridge Proficiency of English (CPE)
5,120 Lessons
Certified and experienced ESL kids. IELTS certified and experienced Cambridge and TOEFL teacher. ⭐I am a highly experienced teacher of young children, teenagers, and adults. ⭐My goal is to create interactive, exciting lessons. ⭐I love to build my student's self-confidence. ⭐I am very patient and supportive. ⭐I prepare thoroughly for each lesson. ⭐I will do my utmost to help you or your children achieve your goals.
3,902 Lessons
English & Chinese👌JLPT, Interviews & Japan Travel|Hall of Fame Instructor with Proven Result| I help learners build clear grammar and turn it into natural, usable Japanese. Grammar matters—but rules alone don’t lead to natural communication. In my lessons, we study grammar carefully and then adjust it so your Japanese sounds natural and appropriate in real situations. 💛Beginners who want safe, stress-free Japanese for travel,work,JLPT 💛N3–N1 learners whose Japanese is correct but doesn’t always sound right I help you understand not only what is correct, but what Japanese people actually say. Cambridge-certified instructor with over 30 years of experience. My role is to help you develop natural Japanese that is difficult to acquire through self-study alone. Many students pass the exams every time in classes with Koyuki. 🌸JLPT passer🌸 N1 Lexi, Lin, Meg,Ying N2 Cathy, Mei, Sayaka, Ying, Joy N3 Kim, Evan, Ying, Laura N4 Bob, Matt, Lin, Lua, N5 Jade, Matt, Odelia, Ben Maybe you’re next? 【面接実績】 早稲田大学 立命館大学 北海道大学大学院 中央大学大学院 大阪大学大学院 近畿大学大学院 中国法律系研究生院 Panasonic(松下電器広州) 横浜山手中華学校 日野自動車等々 ✅travel 15 countries Taiwan, Korea 7 times, studied Chinese in Xi'an, Beijing ✅lived in UK, Vietnam, Canada, China ✅passed Administrative scrivener exam ✅qualified CELTA, TESOL, TEFL, Japanese Language Teacher 💛yoga, meditation, healing,hiking,TCM I enjoy teaching motivated learners who value consistency and respectful communication. Many of my students have stayed with me for years because they appreciate structure, reliability, and steady progress.
2,592 Lessons
CELTA-qualified teacher specialising in fun, conversational lessons and IELTS preparation. Hello! I'm Ciaran, a native English speaker from London, currently living in Valencia, Spain. As well as teaching, I enjoy vlogging, podcasting and making music. I also really love food, nature, travel, animals and comedy. I think learning a language is something that can be really fun, and so I always strive to make sure my lessons are as enjoyable as possible whilst also being productive. Learning a language is not something that has to be stressful. Teaching is also fun for me, as I'm really curious about other people and I really enjoy helping them to achieve their goals. Over the years I've learned what works and what doesn't work, and I've learned many different ways to get the best out of my students. You already have the potential to be great at English, it's my job to help you unlock that potential! Also, people from all countries are welcome! I see everyone as an individual and I have no preferences for what nationalities I teach. It's not my job to judge you from where you're from or for your political opinions or anything else - it's my job to give you a great class!
6,526 Lessons
Certified CELTA teacher with over 9 years teaching experience There are much better ways to learn languages than those typically taught in schools. I've helped many students find the techniques that work for them. * Focus on YOUR goals and interests * Customized homework and extra materials * A variety of class activities, based on your preferences No topic is off-limits. Language is for communicating, and I am happy to talk to you about, teach you vocabulary for, and explain any cultural sensitivities about topics. Everyone is welcome in my classroom, and I aim to create a comfortable and safe environment.
2,175 Lessons
Native British English Teacher | Business English, Fluency & Exam Preparation (B1–C2) Hi, I’m a UK native English tutor with over 20 years of teaching experience, combined with an international corporate career spanning five continents. I specialise in helping adult learners (B1–C2) achieve measurable results in IELTS, TOEFL, and Cambridge C2 exam preparation, as well as General English, Business English, and technical or scientific English. If you’re looking for support with IELTS speaking, IELTS writing correction, TOEFL preparation, advanced English fluency, or professional communication, I can help you improve your performance while building confidence, accuracy, and natural communication skills. I work exclusively with adults and tailor every lesson to your individual goals, whether you are: My lessons are structured yet flexible, combining clear guidance with a highly student-focused approach. I believe active communication is the fastest route to progress, so classes are highly conversational and practical. In each lesson, you will: Speak extensively Build vocabulary through meaningful real-life situations Improve pronunciation and grammatical accuracy Receive personalised correction and feedback Develop greater fluency and confidence Many of my students are professionals working in international environments who need practical, high-level English for career advancement. If you’re serious about improving your English with an experienced, professional, and globally minded tutor, I’d be happy to help you achieve your goals.
5,222 Lessons
IELTS & Cambridge Exam Preparation Specialist | Writing Feedback | Mock Speaking Tests | Study Plans Ciao! I’m Jade, a British English teacher specialising in IELTS and Cambridge exam prep; helping students ace tests since 2019! As a language learner myself (currently battling Italian verbs!), I know the hurdles you face. Let’s turn your goals into victories with tailored strategies and confidence boosts. When I’m not teaching, I’m exploring history, visiting museums or hiking; Proof that learning never stops! I am a fun and energetic teacher, with a caring, patient nature. I take the time to monitor your progress and adapt learning materials to suit your needs. It's really important to me that as a student, you are happy and comfortable. My lessons involve quick and fun warm-ups, a main activity and a summary or report at the end of the class. I like to congratulate my students on skills they demonstrated very well during the lesson. It is also helpful for you to know which areas you may need to improve. I will go through these carefully with you, and give you the relevant materials (online exercises, articles or games) to help you to overcome your challenges. Please note that I update my teaching schedule on a weekly basis. Be sure to check my availability each week for updated slots!
11.0k Lessons
✹Packages with a 50% discount✹ I believe that foreign languages develop not only memory, erudition, but also tolerance and respect for each other. The world is our home and knowledge of the language allows you to erase the boundaries in it. I have students of all ages, both children and adults!. I’m a mom of two daughters, so I have a knack for inspiring children's curiosity in learning languages.
2,690 Lessons
Executive Communication & Confidence Coach | Advanced Business English & Leadership Presence Hi, I’m Lugh — a communication, confidence, and executive presence coach with 15+ years of experience helping international professionals communicate clearly, persuasively, and with natural authority in English. I work with ambitious professionals in tech, business, startups, and leadership roles who already speak good English, but want their communication to match the true level of their thinking and potential. What we focus on: • Meeting & Boardroom Presence: Speaking with calm authority without overthinking or second-guessing yourself. • High-Stakes Delivery: Preparing for keynotes, pitches, and critical presentations under pressure. • Vocal & Physical Impact: Developing natural tone, pacing, and resonance so people listen. • Interviews & Career Growth: Articulating your value clearly to secure promotions and international leadership roles. • Cross-Cultural Nuance: Expressing complex ideas, handling difficult conversations, and feeling at ease in multicultural teams. Sessions are practical, dynamic, and tailored to your live challenges. We work directly with your real presentations, interview questions, or upcoming meeting agendas. If you’re ready to communicate with clarity, composure, and confidence, book a trial session and let’s talk.
1,799 Lessons
☀️British 🇬🇧/ PGCE with QTS/ CELTA 👨🏼🏫 /IELTS/ TOEIC/ 10+ years 🧫 /🇯🇵 日本語 ☀︎ **No children** I'm a fun, relaxed teacher so don't worry about anything 😀 I have an PGCE with QTS (qualified teaching status), MA in English with TEFL, a CELTA and I also hold an N2 qualification in Japanese. I have 10+ years' experience teaching. I have taught grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, listening, and speaking (including pronunciation) to students all over the world. I want you to talk more than me, so I will always encourage you to speak as much as you can. Don't be afraid to make mistakes, the more mistakes the better. I can also teach basic to intermediate Japanese. This can be taught either in English or in straight Japanese for a more immersive experience!
4,314 Lessons
6 years teaching in Taiwan. 13 years teaching online. Bachelor of Arts in English. American accent. I taught English in Taiwanese classrooms for six years, and my students ranged from ages 6 to 50. I've been teaching all age groups online for twelve years. Additionally, I have tutored university students in preparation for the TOEFL and IELTS exams. I really enjoy getting to know my students and hearing them express their thoughts in English. :-) 我是一名亲切且善于引导的老师,始终致力于帮助学生成长。我善于设计生动有趣的课程,并以耐心、学生为中心的方式,努力让学习成为一段轻松愉快、收获满满的旅程。
14.0k Lessons
Experienced Dutch and English teacher, 30 years of experience. 13k+ classes on iTalki in 6 years. Hello! My name is Hans Simons, a Dutch native with a passion for languages, cultures, and connecting with people. Born and raised in the Netherlands, I trained as a nurse, which gave me a strong professional background and the chance to live in the US, UK, Colombia, Italy, and Spain. These experiences helped me learn several languages and understand the joys and challenges of adapting to new environments. Mijn naam is Hans, geboren en getogen in Nederland. Als verpleegkundige heb ik veel gereisd en spreek ik meerdere talen. Ik weet hoe belangrijk het is om je thuis te voelen in een nieuwe taal en cultuur, en dit inzicht neem ik mee in mijn lessen. If you want a teacher with real-world experience, a global outlook, and a supportive approach, I’m here to help you achieve your Dutch or English goals. Whether you’re preparing for life in the Netherlands, university, or need medical Dutch, I make language learning practical, enjoyable, and tailored to you. For Dutch lessons, I use the Zichtbaar Nederlands method, focusing on sentence structure, vocabulary, and guiding you through the integration process if needed. Let’s make your language journey rewarding and successful together!
13.9k Lessons
BC认证雅思培训师 IELTS/雅思 Simon - Intro - IELTS - HSK - Business - Conversational courses I have taught over 10,000 lessons on italki, and I am skilled in teaching both kids and adults. Under my approach, many of my students have achieved fluency, and excellent scores in standardized tests like IELTS and HSK. I have also researched and self-created contents for over 500+ daily scenarios, each dialogue is specially designed, so grammar structures are taught naturally through the dialogues, to ensure easy understanding. These topics pretty much cover every possible scenario in life, so you can be sure that you would reach a near native level of vocabulary after learning them. ➡️ Test preparation (IELTS / HSK / TOEFL): Practice on Speaking, Writing, Listening and Reading questions, with feedback and correction, as well as strategies and tips to improve. ➡️ For role-play simulation: We will role play common scenarios after learning sentence structures and vocabulary of a certain topic (Renting an apartment, Job interviews, Traveling etc) ➡️Topic-based sentence-builder practice: (sports, movies, fashion, relationships, arts, culinary, politics, environmental issues, technologies etc)
5,615 Lessons
Data Engineer | ESL Tech Interview Coach | 2x Founder | Python, AWS, AI, FAANG, Product, Big tech 🇬🇧 My students have landed jobs at Amazon, GitHub, Google & Meta. I specialise in: - Senior level communication - Tech & Behavioural Interviews - System Design & LeetCode Interviews - Business Communication (SWE's + PM's) - Python, AWS, SQL, Cloud Computing Background: - BSc Pure Mathematics — 1st Class Cardiff University (Top 5%) - Top 1% iTalki — over 8 years teaching ESL - 3YOE Data Engineer - 2x Founder (EdTech + Marketing) Current Stack: - Languages: Python, SQL, - Cloud: AWS (S3, EC2, Redshift, Athena, MWAA, CloudWatch), Docker, Linux - Data: Airflow, ETL - DevOps: CI/CD Not just a teacher — an engineer who teaches. - 3+ years as Data Scientist & Software Engineer - 2x Small Business Owner - e-Learning specialist - Taught live classrooms of 30+ adults in Malaysia & Vietnam - Native Queen's English speaker I understand exactly what you're facing: technical rounds, behavioural questions, system design pressure — and how to communicate it all confidently in English. Outside work: surfing, spearfishing & hiking. I've visited 70+ countries 🌏 — probably why I connect so well with students worldwide.
4,583 Lessons
"Teaching students from around the world since 2008. " I'll be giving extended lessons as a token. With me, learning English will be just fun, fast and easy. I have a B.S. Computer Science degree which is good for both English and IT learners. I have taught offline in Cleverlearn English Language Institute. I have taught online since 2008 via Skype. I am interested to teach English for Business Socializing, Travel Expressions, Children's Grammar, Casual Conversation to all level of students who are serious to improve their English skills in speaking, reading, listening & writing. I help learners prepare for exams in IELTS, TOEIC, TOEFL, and job interviews. I specialize in IT, accent reduction & public speaking. My variable online materials could fit your level and tailor your needs.
5,103 Lessons
Kids English 6+ | Speaking & Conversation | Native US Teacher | 8+ Years Experience 🙅♀️Adults 👍Kids English Hello! Hola! 你好! I’m Vanessa from San Francisco, California, USA. I’ve been teaching English online for 8 years, including 4 years mainly teaching Chinese students on DaDaABC. I teach children aged 6+ who already have some basic English (A1+). 我教的是6岁以上、已经具备一定英语基础(A1+)的孩子。请在预订前仔细阅读课程说明。My classes focus on real-life English through conversation, games, and topics students enjoy. I’m not a textbook-style teacher. I believe learning should feel fun, natural, and connected to real life. As a full-time traveler and home chef, I love bringing culture, food, and everyday experiences into class. English should feel fun, engaging, and useful in real life. When students enjoy class and actually participate, they learn faster and build real confidence using English outside the classroom. My lessons are interactive, interest-based, and focused on real communication—not textbooks. I use games, conversations, and topics students enjoy to keep them engaged and speaking. 教学风格:不使用传统教材,通过真实生活话题和互动方式学习英语。 ⏱ Course Length: 请仔细阅读每门课程的描述,以确定您的孩子在没有任何指导的情况下真正适合哪个级别。 • 30 min — A1+ (Age 6+) • 45 min— A2+( Age 8+) • 60 min — B1+ (Age 10+) 🙅♀️90 min 📌 Policies • Students must attend independently (no parent help) 学生需独立上课,家长请勿提示或帮助回答 • No show = class complete • 1-on-1 classes only (charged per student) I don’t teach from textbooks. English is learned through real-life topics and interaction, not memorization. 我不用教科书教英语。英语学习是通过真实生活中的话题和互动进行的,而不是死记硬背。
2,003 Lessons
Certified Teacher with over 25 Years Experience I’m a qualified English teacher with over 25 years’ experience teaching and training teachers across Europe and Asia. If you want to improve your fluency in spoken English, improve your pronunciation, and increase your vocabulary, I can help you. I'm happy to talk about most topics, My interests include psychology, society, culture, literature, as well as more practical topics, such as marketing, branding, and interview skills. Actually, we can discuss any topic you’re interested in. My classes are practical. I don't lecture students. You will have plenty of opportunity to practice speaking and listening. I'll help you develop good pronunciation and rhythm when speaking, as well as expanding your English vocabulary. In fact, I can help with whatever aspect of English you need. I also send a list of the main mistakes each student makes in a set of class notes after each class. The class notes also include homework. I've travelled a lot in Europe and Asia and like learning new languages. I enjoy exercising, reading, and writing. Apart from teaching, I also write fantasy and science fiction and have published 5 novels and several short stories, all under a pen name. I speak conversational Chinese and Spanish.
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