NY105

NY104

italki2024

In this lesson, we will:
- get to know each other
- improve your confidence
- discuss a plan for your lessons
- go over the materials I have to help you learn
- have fun! :)

These lessons will be tailored to you and your needs.

In these classes, we will use materials like books, worksheets, videos, and articles to help you learn speaking, reading, listening and writing. We will focus on various aspects like pronunciation, grammar, common mistakes, and spelling. I can also give you homework if you would like.

General English for Adults

In these lessons, you will have the opportunity to focus on your speaking and pronunciation. This will help you become more fluent in English like a native speaker.

Conversation Lessons

I will use various games, worksheets, and videos in these lessons to help your child become more confident in speaking, writing, listening, and reading English. We will have fun and laugh a lot!

I can also help with specific homework or test preparation your child may need.

Lessons are for children 12-17 years old. Children must have a basic knowledge of English.

English for Kids 12-17 Years old

This discount is for any new student who would like to book their first lesson or package with me. This can be purchased after the trial lesson. Valid for any type of lesson and only one time. 

Please let me know which type of lesson you would like before we start: business English, general English, conversation, or a lesson for a child.

New Students - First Lesson/Package Discount

During my studies, I volunteered teaching English to three students of different nationalities.

At this private language school, I was able to grow and develop as a teacher while utilizing the training and methodology I learned from my CELTA course. In 2018, I also underwent a Helen Doron training which allowed me to work with children. I taught one-on-one courses, as well as groups of 2-7 students. I taught children and adults of all ages.

At this private language school, I was able to grow and develop as a teacher while utilizing the training and methodology I learned from my CELTA course. I taught one-on-one courses, as well as groups of 2-7 students. I taught children and adults of all ages online and on-site.

This was the third and final language school I worked at in Berlin. I taught one-on-one courses, as well as groups of 2-7 students of all ages. I instructed on-site and online.

I'm currently teaching online  in Mexico City. I work with children and adults. In my lessons, I use various platforms, websites, textbooks (Cambridge English in Use, etc.), videos, and articles during my lessons. My students enjoy a relaxed atmosphere where they can express themselves freely and build confidence in their language use.

During my teaching training, I taught two groups of 6 adult Thai students at the beginner and intermediate levels. 

Preparation for these lessons included creating original content and materials, such as lesson plans, worksheets, and tests.

This teaching was audited by a CELTA instructor and I was given valuable feedback after each lesson.

The Helen Doron Teaching Certificate qualifies you to teach English to children using the Helen Doron method, an approach that emphasizes fun, natural, and immersive learning. It focuses on engaging lessons through songs, games, and activities for ages 3 months to 19 years. The training covers teaching techniques, child psychology, classroom management, and language acquisition, equipping teachers to create a positive, playful, and age-appropriate learning environment for young learners.

An opportunity to speak with the instructor, understand their approach to teaching and see if the student and instructor would be a good fit. The teacher will inquire about the student's needs, experience level, interests and conclude the lesson with an "exit ticket" of some task for the student to complete.

This course is a comprehensive review of basic English grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary. Emphasis is placed on the differences between the student's native language and English.

Review for Beginner and Intermediate Students

Do you have trouble understanding English in a conversation? Are you struggling to pronounce Standard American English? SAE can be a challenge. Let me be your guide.

The core course objective is to improve the major pronunciation difficulties the student faces in listening and speaking. Lessons are tailored to the common challenges of speakers of the student's native language.

English Pronunciation Intensive/Accent Reduction

Does your next promotion depend on your command of English? Do your customers or business partners rely on you to communicate quickly, clearly and professionally in English? Then this course is for you.

The student will engage in roleplays of professional scenarios; discuss, read and write on topics specific to her industry; summarize and brainstorm the relevance of current events to her industry; and develop a gameplan of how to implement culturally-specific business practices and language to her job.

Intermediate to Advanced Business English

Does the thought of being interviewed in English make you nervous? Do you have just a day or two to prepare for your job interview in English? Do you not feel ready to be hammered with rapid-fire questions?

This course is appropriate for students who have an IELTS score of at least B1 and are interested in lessening the difficulties English poses in the interview process. Course features include:
- Practice in front of a native speaker of American English with professional speaking and presentation skills
- Interview question role-play, feedback and follow-up questions
- Rewriting services to clarify and shorten your answers while giving them more of an emotional impact
- Coaching in accent reduction to sound more like a native speaker

These services are very much in demand. Don't get left behind!

English Language Interview Preparation

I am a certified Social Studies teacher in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. I was required to pass a comprehensive exam covering American and world history.

I completed a Certificate in Latin American Studies which included extensive coursework learning Spanish and learning about politics in Latin America.

I worked with students from a variety of backgrounds, abilities, and experience learning a foreign language. Frequently I would learn about students' cultures and experiences to make the material and my presentation of it more relatable.

The audio and video production of my classes is commercial quality, relaxing and distraction-free. I have given many of my students feedback on the headshot they use as their avatar, visual elements of their CVs and formal presentations. The aesthetics of work products makes a huge impact on how professional your employer or interviewer perceives you to be.

Real estate can be a very lucrative business, though I am more of a teacher or analyst than a salesman. My years working in the industry, and my continuing search for opportunities in the U.S. real estate market, means that I can quickly explain the residential market to anyone moving to the U.S. or considering investing here.

We will introduce ourselves and chat about your language level, your learning style, and your goals.

My method for conversation practice revolves around making spontaneous observations and inferences from media such as images, videos, new articles or conversation prompts.

In order to create an immersive atmosphere, the goal is for our conversations to be entirely in English. The other goal is to get you talking, a lot! Hopefully we can have some fun along the way.

Speaking/Conversation Practice

In this class, we will focus on developing your knowledge and abilities in academic English. I will create each lesson specifically with your personal strengths in mind, as well as the areas that you would like to improve.

English Language Practice (A1-B2)

In this class I will help you prepare for job interviews in your field. We will learn industry-specific terms and practice applying them in the job interview context. We will also do activities to improve your fluency so that when it's time for your interview you speak more confidently and smoothly. Feel free to send me a message if you would like any more information before signing up for a class.

Job Interview Preparation

This was a 120-hour course with a 10-hour teaching practice requirement.

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Just to figure out if we match, please book a trial lesson and don't forget to send me a message. See you!
Please wait for my response to discuss the trial lesson time.

If you want to make the most of your time while having fun and learning something new, this is the perfect choice! Get ready for an exciting experience—just don’t forget, we’re learning too!

Conversational English on different topics combining speaking practice and grammar

Расскажу много интересного про русский язык, научу основным разговорным фразам, отвечу на все интересующие вопросы
I'll tell you a lot about (and in) Russian, teach you the basics, and answer all the questions on the topic.

Доступный и понятный русский язык / Russian as it is spoken

На уроках можно говорить о любых предпочитаемых темах. Я же, в свою очередь, буду помогать говорить правильно, но постараюсь не быть слишком душным. Ошибки, которые возникают в речи, фиксируются в отдельный файл, который будет только у Вас. О пожеланиях определенных тем можно всегда обговорить. 
*Уроки, указанные на italki как 60 минут могут длиться 50-55 минут. Прошу учитывать при планировании и бронировании.
Жду сообщения в директ перед бронированием урока!

Разговорная практика / Разбор грамматики / Исправление ошибок

I’m here to help you speak naturally and confidently to achieve your target IELTS score!

With my guidance, you will:
✅ Overcome hesitation and the fear of making mistakes
✅ Improve your vocabulary and use of idiomatic expressions
✅ Learn strategies to expand your answers and sound more fluent
✅ Perfect your pronunciation and intonation for a natural flow
✅ Practice with real IELTS questions and receive detailed feedback

I personalize each lesson based on your strengths and weaknesses, ensuring steady progress. Whether you need Band 6.5+ for university admission or 7.5+ for immigration, I’ll help you reach your goal.

Book a lesson and start improving today! 🚀

PLEASE NOTE: lessons from thecategory "60-minutes" tend to last 50-55 minutes

IELTS Speaking and reading preparation

Я помогу тебе системно подготовиться и уверенно пройти экзамен.

На уроках мы:

✔️ Разберём структуру теста и все типы заданий
✔️ Отработаем ключевые навыки: reading, listening, speaking, writing
✔️ Научимся быстро реагировать и укладываться в тайминг
✔️ Разберём реальные примеры заданий и типичные ошибки
✔️ Улучшим словарный запас и грамматику именно под формат DET
Особое внимание уделяем:

- описанию картинок
- быстрым письменным ответам
- устной части
- стратегиям для повышения балла

Подготовка к тесту Duolingo

International certificate "Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages" for completing more than 150 hours of instructions

I have had a wonderful experience working for the biggest Russian language school (reference letter is attached)

I have been working online for the biggest Russian online language school (confirmation is attached)

This certificate recognises the successful completion of IELTS Speaking training program (understanding the IELTS assessment criteria)

If you decide to take a trial lesson with me, I will find out your English level and we can discuss your needs. I will answer any questions you may have about the lessons I offer and we will work out a plan to help you improve your English. I look forward to meeting you soon!

These lessons will be based on topics or interests that you have or for situations where you need to use English in your life: a job interview, travel or at work, for example. If you decide to take a trial lesson with me, I will find out your level, discuss your needs and use this to plan future lessons.

English Conversation

In these lessons, we will work on areas of English in more detail. If you need more help with grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary or writing, then these classes will increase your skill and build your confidence. We will work with a textbook and other materials based on your level and individual needs.

English Skills

If you would like to focus on improving your pronunciation and learn the 'music of English', then this is the course for you. We will look at intonation, sentence stress and the correct production of vowel/consonant sounds. We will work on reducing pronunciation problems particular to your native language and you will learn to speak in an expressive and natural way.

British Pronunciation

Maybe you are thinking of travelling or working in the U.K and would like to know more about the country that gave you the English Language. We will look at different aspects of British life, art, music and literature. I will also help you with any English language problems that may arise.

British Culture

If you are taking the IELTS, CAE or FCE exam, I can help you prepare and achieve a higher score. We will work with books, pdfs, files and websites to give you the right practice to reach your goal. By looking at topic vocabulary, grammar usage and techniques such as scanning and skimming, you will gain the confidence you need to do well in the exam.

IELTS, CAE and FCE Test Preparation.

I recently received an email response to an enquiry regarding lesson categories. It was suggested I provide proof of employment. Please find an attached contract for the Winchester School of English (my duties included exam preparation) from 2011 to 2016. I would also like to add that I have now taught 791 exam preparation classes and a total of 7,859 classes overall on italki, with no complaints. I hope the above will be sufficient to enable me to continue offering these classes. Thank you.

🗣️ Speak English with Confidence in Everyday Life

Each lesson is built around real-life topics, tailored to your level of English. You'll learn through:

- 🤝 Interactive one-on-one role plays to help you speak comfortably in everyday situations
- 🎧 Listening practice using audio files to build your understanding of natural conversations
- 📝 Fun and practical worksheets to reinforce grammar, vocabulary, and useful expressions

Whether you're ordering coffee, making small talk, or sharing your thoughts at work or school, this course helps you express yourself clearly and confidently.

General English

Teaching at various schools English communication skills; creating a daily and weekly lesson plan - monitoring students’ abilities and development. Grade and work with students towards their final exam.

Lecturer of English for Academic Purposes. Following a set curriculum and instructional materials used in diverse academic subjects; encompassing a range of skill building activities in the four areas of language learning: Speaking, Writing, Reading, and Listening.

Quickly establishing rapport and adapting to student's needs to achieve learning goals. Conducting classes for General, Business, Cambridge and IELTS exams online. Taught 5,200+ hours on the platform with more than 600+ active students from many countries. Successfully prepared job interviews and business presentation for adult.

Are you new to italki.com? Curious about learning a language online? Want to know more about South Africa? Perhaps you're interested in my teaching style or personality? Book with me! A trial lesson is a great way for us to connect and set some goals for your journey ahead.

Do you wish to improve your day-to-day English in a comfortable environment?
Would you like to be more confident when conversing with others?
Do you want help with pronunciation and building your vocabulary?
Let’s get talking!

I provide a relaxed and friendly setting for you to become a better English speaker. You’re welcome to suggest topics that interest you, or perhaps you would like to learn more about South Africa. We can talk about anything under the sun. 

I look forward to meeting you, so please text me or reserve a class on my calendar.

Conversational + Informal - Become more CONFIDENT as an English speaker!

Goeie dag! (Good day) 
Would you like to learn the basics of Afrikaans? Or maybe you want to add a foreign language to your resume? Afrikaans is the youngest language in the world and is spoken by a vast number of South Africans. Since Afrikaans is a relatively modern language, it only has 3 tenses, making it easier to understand and learn.

As a native Afrikaans speaker, I can help you with the learning process and provide a variety of materials for you to learn from scratch! Teaching Afrikaans to non-native speakers is a passion of mine, and I'm so excited to help you on your journey!

Feel free to have a look at the packages available for learning Afrikaans with me. I highly recommend 45 minute lessons for formal learning, and 30 minute classes for general conversational practise. Looking forward to meeting you!

AFRIKAANS for Beginners - Learn the Basics + Conversational Practice

These English lessons are structured, language lessons where the focus is on improving your grammar, language usage and sentence formulation while expanding your vocabulary and accuracy when speaking. Classes are planned according to your specific level and language proficiency. 

During our lessons I will assist you in applying the rules of English while guiding you through work sheets, reading comprehension exercises and test preparation in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. And yes, there will be homework :)

Whether you're preparing for a test or someone who wants to improve their general, everyday use of English to become a better speaker, this class is for you!

English LANGUAGE Lessons - GRAMMAR + TENSES + Sentence Structure

Do you find it challenging to express yourself with the fluency and accuracy you desire? Whether you’re looking to sharpen your pronunciation, expand your command of idiomatic English, or simply feel more confident in professional and social settings, these lessons are designed for you.

My approach focuses on:
- Fluency & Accuracy: Building the confidence to speak without constant self-correction.
- Pronunciation: Gentle, effective techniques for clearer speech (while embracing and celebrating your unique accent!).
- Modern Expression: Learning the idioms and "real-world" English that make conversations feel effortless.
- Verbal and non-verbal communication skills: We won't just focus on what you say, but how you say it — mastering tone, body language, and the social nuances that help you navigate professional and social environments with ease.

These lessons are a creative, supportive space designed to take your skills to the next level—and we’ll have some fun along the way!

Let’s Get Started:
Our first lesson is all about understanding your voice. We’ll walk through a few light, conversational exercises to see what you need most and how you learn best, and to build a roadmap designed specifically for your goals. 
I can’t wait to help you find your flow, sharpen your skills, and start speaking with the clarity and confidence you deserve!

Master Your Communication - Personalised Speech Improvement & Fluency Coaching

Explore the rich narrative of "Die Keiser" by Bartho Smit in this engaging online Afrikaans course. Together, we'll delve into the intricacies of this renowned Afrikaans play, focusing on its compelling dialogue, nuanced character development, and profound themes.

DIE KEISER (The Emperor), is set against the backdrop of 19th-century Cape Colony, and explores themes of power, identity, and moral dilemmas. Written in dialogue form, it follows the gripping story of an emperor who grapples with the consequences of his authoritarian rule and the complexities of human nature. 

Through interactive readings and discussions, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the literary techniques employed by Smit, and uncover the social and historical context that influenced its creation. 

This course also offers a unique opportunity to enhance your Afrikaans language skills, focusing on pronunciation and vocabulary, while discovering figurative concepts and literary themes. 

Whether you're exploring Afrikaans literature for the first time or seeking a deeper understanding, this course provides a rewarding exploration of "Die Keiser" and its timeless relevance while sharpening your language proficiency.

AFRIKAANS Literature Course - DIE KEISER by Bartho Smit

Curriculum Vitae attached with academic records and references.

B.Ed - Baccalaureus educationis, majoring in English

A relaxed introduction where I assess your speaking, pronunciation, and goals.
You’ll leave with a clear plan for your next steps.

For intermediate–advanced learners who want to speak more naturally and confidently.
This lesson is designed to improve fluency, vocabulary, and real communication skills through relaxed, meaningful conversation and clear, personalised feedback.
- 30 minutes focused, fast‑paced speaking practice for busy learners who want regular improvement.
- 60 minutes of a deeper, more structured development with detailed correction, pronunciation guidance, and more time to expand your ideas.

Conversation (30 or 60 minutes)

Modern British English pronunciation coaching for clear, confident speech.
We work on sounds, stress, rhythm, and intonation using targeted exercises and real examples such as word stress, sentence stress, connected or linked speech and intonation. I also assist with accent reduction, where we can establish what interference you have from your native language and how it affects your English pronunciation. Feel free to book a trial lesson and we can discuss your needs further. I hope to see you soon!

Pronunciation & Accent Reduction

A structured five‑lesson programme designed for professionals who want to communicate with clarity, confidence, and a natural British tone. Each lesson builds on the last, giving you practical language tools you can use immediately in meetings, presentations, emails, and everyday workplace conversations.

You will develop:
- Clear, modern British English pronunciation for professional settings
- Stronger fluency and confidence when speaking with colleagues or clients
- Precise vocabulary and phrasing for work‑related situations
- More natural intonation and rhythm to sound polished and credible
- Better communication strategies for explaining ideas, asking questions, and responding under pressure

What’s included:
- A personalised learning plan based on your role and goals
- Targeted speaking practice with detailed feedback
- Realistic workplace scenarios (meetings, presentations, negotiations, small talk)
- Correction that helps you understand and change your patterns
- A progress review in lesson five with clear next steps

This pack is ideal for professionals who want to feel more confident, more articulate, and more at ease using British English in real‑world situations.

British English for Professionals, 5‑lesson pack

This is a customised lesson option for returning students who follow a consistent learning plan. Includes focused speaking practice, clarity work, and personalised feedback based on previous progress. This is for my current students ONLY

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