My name is Paul, and I am an English teacher from the UK. I live in Dundee, on the east coast of Scotland and am a keen language learner. I speak Spanish fluently and am learning French and Italian on italki.
In my free time I love to learn about other cultures, I enjoy sport and exercise, and reading crime fiction both in English and in Spanish.
I have a background in languages, translation and international business covering the public, private and charity sectors.
Mijn creaties
Ik als leerkracht
Language learning has been a part of my life for over 30 years. I understand the joys and frustrations that come from learning another language, as well as the techniques that make language learning a success. Every student has a different goal for learning English, and I adapt my lessons to meet those goals.
I have a university degree in Spanish and Teaching English to Students of Other Languages (TESOL), and a Masters in Translation Studies. I spent many years living in Central America and in Seville, Spain where I taught English to secondary school students and university students. I have also taught English and Spanish to adult learners here in the UK.
I don't offer classes to children
Mijn lessen en manier van lesgeven
Learning a language can be so much fun, and because of that, I prefer a relaxed, conversational style of teaching. I want you to feel confident and motivated. I like to create an atmosphere where you can make mistakes without feeling embarrassed because that’s one of the ways we make progress.
Learning a language is also hard work, so I encourage my students to find ways to apply what they learn in their daily lives. To help with this I offer conversational practice on a wide range of topics or more structured lessons based on your goals.
In our lesson we will generally review your last lesson to make sure you have made progress and then discuss specific topics that interest you.
Mijn lesmateriaal
Artikelen en nieuws
PDF-bestand
Tekstdocumenten
Afbeeldingsbestanden
Huiswerkopdrachten
Audiobestanden
Certificaten
Teaching Business English - TEFL.org - 2022An advanced TEFL course looking at the differences between general and business English; what to include in a needs analysis; course development, such as creating a bespoke syllabus, exploring the key skills students need to develop their Business English in practical ways and the importance of cultural awareness.
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Teaching English Online - TEFL.org - 2021An advanced CPD course looking at the different teaching styles, methods and technology required to run successful online teaching sessions. The course included observed and peer-reviewed teaching sessions and teaching practice.
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English Grammar - TEFL.org - 2021A refresher course in English grammar for teachers of English as a Foreign Language.
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Opleiding
2007 - 2010
Bachelor’s - Foreign Languages and TESOLHeriot Watt University, Edinburgh
2017 - 2020
Master - Translation StudiesUniversity of Portsmouth
4.9
Beoordeling
40
Studenten
189
Lessen
100%
Aanwezigheid
100%
Beantwoord
4.9
Beoordeling
40
Studenten
189
Lessen
100%
Aanwezigheid
100%
Beantwoord
Engels lessen
Proefles
25 lessen voltooid
USD 5.00+
Conversational English - Improve your spoken English and reach fluency.
A1 - C2Conversatie oefenen138 lessen voltooid
USD 15.00+
Proofreading and correction (not a Skype lesson).
B2 - C2Algemeen0 lessen voltooid
USD 15.00+
Beschikbaarheid
Op basis van je tijdzone (UTC+00:00)
Mijn creaties
Vocabulary (1)
28 Beoordelingen
Gabry
14 Engels lessen
Keuze van de leerkracht
It is a pleasure to take a lesson with Paul.
He is professional and friendly at the same time.
He provides good topics to discuss during the lesson and depending on your choice he always sends some links relating to them.
Thank Paul for your amazing job!
10 jan. 2022
Marcin Kacprzak
23 Engels lessen
Keuze van de leerkracht
Perfect lesson with loads of vocabulary insights
22 dec. 2021
FRANCESCA
17 Engels lessen
Keuze van de leerkracht
I appreciated all lessons with Paul. He is really patient and accurate with grammar and with the pronunciation.
27 sep. 2021
italki604591
1 Engels les
I love this class. Paul gave me some tips and he has a dynamic class.
31 okt. 2022
Gabry
14 Engels lessen
3 apr. 2022
Gabry
14 Engels lessen
It's always nice to do the lesson with Paul.
Thanks, Paul for your time and for sharing your experience with me.