Brends
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Brends
Professional Teacher
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
French
Other
Tell me more about yourself.
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
French
Other
Tell me more about yourself.
From South AfricaLiving in Cape Town, South Africa (08:51 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jan 16, 2018Interest topicEnvironment & NatureTravelMarketingHistoryBusiness & Finance
Hi my name is Brends and I am a native English speaker from South Africa. I have experience teaching Business English, Academic English, IELTS, Writing, Reading, Vocabulary as well as Pronunciation. I have taught young children from 7 years old as well as senior citizens, the oldest being 73. Please view my lessons to find out more about how I can help you.
I’m learning French and I understand how difficult it can be. For me the most important thing is that we understand each other. I will create a safe space for you to learn and to become confident when speaking.Me as a Teacher
I specialise in British English.
I correct pronunciation.
I introduce new vocabulary depending on the topic of conversation
I teach you how to speak about specific topics using the vocabulary I have taught you.
I teach you how to ask questions
I create a safe authentic space for you to learn EnglishMy lessons & teaching style
In our first lesson we will get to know each other a bit better and you can tell me what your needs are.
My style is gentle and flexible.
My students say that I am kind, friendly, intuitive and encouraging.
Being self motivated, a self starter and very organised ensures I’m prepared for all our lessons.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Audio files
- Image files
- Articles and news
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Video files
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Flashcards
- Graphs and charts
- Text Documents
Certificates
Master Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (250 hrs.) - International TEFL Institute - 2017
Certificate uploaded
Master Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (250 hrs.) - International TEFL Institute - 2018
Certificate uploaded
Teaching experience
2018 - 2024
English Teacher● General discussion and informal tutoring via skype
● Most of my students are adults from Europe.
2012 - 2024
MentorTo mentor intern/candidate Real Estate Agents.
Education
2012 - 2012
Other - Professional Practitioner in Real EstateLicensed and qualified to sell real estate/property.
1971 - 2024
Other - LifeI don't have any degrees. I am an entrepreneur and always have been. I started my first business during my last year of high school. Subsequent to that I've always generated my own income somehow. I've met students on italki without degrees who are teaching in Universities. I've met students on italki without degrees who are in business for themselves.
Work Experience
2005 - 2024
Professional Real Estate AgentI have extensive business experience in Real Estate, Website Design, Social Media Management, Layout and Design of major publications including newspapers and academic journals. I am hoping to help English learners improve their business language skills.
2000 - 2014
Website DesignerTo design a full website for a client including all graphics using html, javascript and full CSS and to optimise for website search engines.
2000 - 2003
Layout and Design Artist● Design and layout work for commercial printing including business cards, brochures, pamphlets, letterheads, receipt books, posters, academic text books.
● Design and layout of Grocott’s Mail, including adverts and mastheads.
5.0
Rating
485
Students
4,228
Lessons
100%
Attendance
100%
Response
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
126 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
General Informal Tutoring with Brends
A1 - C2General25 lessons completed
USD 15.00
Package with 10% off
Conversation Practice with Brends
A1 - C2General121 lessons completed
USD 10.00
Reading with Brends
A1 - C2General0 lessons completed
USD 10.00
Job applications and interview practice with Brends
B1 - C2Business1 lessons completed
USD 15.00
Package with 10% off
Academic English with Brends
B1 - C2General0 lessons completed
USD 15.00
Package with 10% off
General Business English with Brends
B1 - C2Business7 lessons completed
USD 15.00
Package with 10% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Vocabulary (1)
Podcast (1)
Quiz (3)
941 Reviews
Ela San
10 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
A l'écoute et créative, ses leçons sont vivantes, l'heure passe très vite, on ne s'ennuie pas un instant.
Si vous cherchez un bon professeur et d'une grande sympathie c'est Brends! :D
Apr 5, 2024
Katy R
13 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
J’ai juste envie de dire mille mercis à Brends !!!! Dès la 1ere leçon, je me suis sentie à l’aise. Elle affiche toujours un grand sourire de bienvenue. Les échanges sont tellement naturels que je suis toujours surprise quand sonne la fin de l’heure. Elle guide à merveille, corrige au moment le plus opportun. Réservez une leçon avec Brends, vous serez plus que ravie de ce moment de partage et des progrès que vous allez faire !
Feb 28, 2024
Bernard Gentelet
368 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Brenda is the best English teacher I ever had (and I had a lot of them).
Patiently accompanied by her, and thanks to her great pedagogy, I was able to reach my goal : feeling at ease in any kind of English conversations.
Her way of teaching is precise, lively and well structured.
As a psychotherapist graduated from University, I can assert that Brenda has an inner sense of psychology and human relationship. So she perfectly knows how to attune herself to her student.
I do recommend her to everyone who really needs to improve his/her English
Nov 7, 2019
Cathy
1 English lesson
Brends est une personne très gentille et bienveillante. Elle m'a mise à l'aise et j'ai hâte d'être à ma prochaine leçon.
Apr 20, 2024
Ela San
10 English lessons
I'm always happy when I take an English course with Brends! :D
Perfect teacher! :D
Apr 18, 2024
Ela San
10 English lessons
C'est un bonheur de voir comme j'évolue avec Brends.
Elle vous donne une énergie exceptionnelle.
Ne cherchez pas, c'est ici! :D
Apr 14, 2024
Trial Lesson
USD 6.00
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