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Une excellente conversation avec Brandon ! Le temps passe vite quand on parle de différents sujets. L'information circule et c'est comme parler avec un ami. J'apprends beaucoup de sa méthode efficace, riche en corrections et en conseils. Si vous voulez améliorer votre anglais, prenez un cours avec lui. 100% recommandé :-)

Un commentaire en français pour les francophones : J'ai mis du temps à trouver le bon professeur d'anglais, avec Cate c'est génial, déjà 40 cours en 6 mois et mes progrès sont évidents, de plus les cours se font dans la bonne humeur, sans stress ce qui est important quand au début on est un peu timide de parler une langue étrangère. MERCI Cate

Merci Alexandre, j'ai vraiment apprécié toutes nos conversations ! N'hésitez pas à lui faire confiance. Alexander est une personne très patiente, ouverte d'esprit et curieuse des nouvelles cultures. Il a fait en sorte que j'apprenne de nombreux mots de vocabulaire et m'a donné de bons conseils pour progresser. De plus, Alexandre est super encourageant 🤩.

J'ai définitivement trouvé la bonne personne avec James ! Nous couvrons beaucoup de sujets à chaque fois que nous nous rencontrons et nous nous amusons beaucoup ! J'ai besoin d'améliorer mes compétences en anglais pour me mélanger avec des locuteurs natifs et il m'apprend à penser comme un Américain, pas à traduire de l'italien à l'américain ! Bien joué Mate !

Parler avec Jason est la combinaison parfaite d'une expérience agréable et enrichissante. Nous discutons de toutes sortes de sujets, sans ordre du jour. Jason est naturellement intéressé et, avec sa bonne nature, il vous aborde de manière amicale et professionnelle. Les séances sont recommandées à tous ceux qui ont quelque chose à dire et qui apprécient une conversation intensive, soutenue, élégante et amusante.

J'ai beaucoup aimé le cours de Jean. Je pense que je peux faire beaucoup de progrès avec elle, la conversation était tellement fluide. Je suis sûr que je vais réserver une autre session :)

Merci beaucoup Mark d'avoir écouté mon interprétation des peintures du Louvre ! Je ferai de mon mieux avec mes clients :D

Danielle est formidable ! Elle est précise dans ses explications et drôle. Les leçons sont très conviviales. Je recommande Danielle à tout le monde, et pour info je vais réserver un nouveau forfait de cours.

Nous avons eu une grande conversation, y compris sur des sujets spécialisés et beaucoup de vocabulaire utile a été fourni ! :-)

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EU_BYC_2023

Nice to meet you! I'm Michael from Canada - I'd love to chat with you about your future goals and what interesting topics you'd love to talk about!

Getting ready to travel? Great!
Want to work in a foreign country? Sounds amazing! 
Want to marry someone and move to their country? Congratulations!

Whatever your reason, please let me know, and I'll build a range of classes around your passions! By the end of this class I'll have a firm idea of what your goals are and what we need to do to tackle them head-on, as long as you're an adult (over 17 years old) and have Intermediate speaking skills!

Talk soon!

Michael
Vancouver, Canada

This class is perfect for anyone who wants to speak more confidently and naturally.

Each session includes:
	•	A fresh conversation topic (prepared by me)
	•	Focused practice with vocabulary, phrases, and idioms
	•	Post-class notes with helpful words and expressions you can review later

You’ll also get suggestions for what to read or think about before your next class. That way, you can keep improving between lessons. Looking forward to chatting with you soon!

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📌 Please Note:
	1.	👶 I do not teach students under 18. If you’re underage, I’ll cancel the class and issue a full refund.
	2.	🚫 Respect is essential. If you’re offensive toward other cultures or groups, we won’t be a good fit.
	3.	📚 Learning takes effort. If you’re not practicing reading, writing, listening, and speaking outside of class, I can’t promise strong results.
	4.	🧩 If you’re an A1–A2 learner, please message me—I’d be happy to recommend great teachers who can support your level.
	5.	📅 If you miss 3 classes without messaging me, I’ll refund the rest of your package—no hard feelings. :)

[1] 🎙️🗣️ Adult Intermediate - Adv Only - Conversation/Pronunciation Class

Many of my students are aiming to get over the hump and reach their target IELTS score—especially in Speaking and Writing. While their reading and listening skills are often strong thanks to years of academic study, these productive skills can be more challenging.

That’s where I come in.

In this class, I’ll help you build the fluency, structure, and confidence needed for the IELTS Speaking and Writing sections. I’ve created custom materials for each part of the test, and I’ll also share helpful prep tools you can use in the weeks and months before your exam.

Let’s work together to make sure you’re ready.

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📌 Please Note:
	1.	👶 I do not teach students under 18. If you’re underage, I’ll cancel the class and issue a full refund.
	2.	🚫 Respect is essential. If you’re offensive toward other cultures or groups, we won’t be a good fit.
	3.	📚 Learning takes effort. If you’re not practicing reading, writing, listening, and speaking outside of class, I can’t promise strong results.
	4.	🧩 If you’re an A1–A2 learner, please message me—I’d be happy to recommend great teachers who can support your level.
	5.	📅 If you miss 3 classes without advising me, I’ll refund the rest of your package—no hard feelings. :)

[2] 🎙️ ✍️ Adult Intermediate - Adv Only -  IELTS Speaking/Writing Class

Many of my students are preparing for the CELPIP exam and want to get over the hump—especially in Speaking and Writing. While most learners have strong reading and listening skills thanks to their academic background, producing natural and fluent responses can be a challenge.

I’m here to help you feel confident and ready.

I’ve created specialized materials to guide you through all parts of the test, and I’ll share strategies and resources to support your preparation in the weeks and months before exam day.

📘 In early 2024, I completed the Advanced Course in CELPIP Teaching.

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📌 Please Note:
	1.	👶 I do not teach students under 18. If you’re underage, I’ll cancel the class and issue a full refund.
	2.	🚫 Respect is essential. If you’re offensive toward other cultures or groups, we won’t be a good fit.
	3.	📚 Learning takes effort. If you’re not practicing reading, writing, listening, and speaking outside of class, I can’t promise strong results.
	4.	🧩 If you’re an A1–A2 learner, please message me—I’d be happy to recommend great teachers who can support your level.
	5.	📅 If you miss 3 classes without advising me, I’ll refund the rest of your package—no hard feelings. :)

[3] 🎙️ ✍️ Adult Intermediate - Adv Only - CELPIP Speaking/Writing Class

My TESOL Certification began upon graduation back in 2000. 

In 2015 I was asked to complete an additional 60 hours for Teaching Adults and I earned this degree (all the same organization). Since I was working at a university level academy, it was a perfect thing to focus on.

This was an email recommending me after my 2000 completion of the course. I contacted the company when I began using the course materials around 2012.

Online course, breaking down the Reading Writing Speaking Listening of IELTS, so I can prep iTalki students for the test.

Studied Business/Economics as well as Asian Studies and Mandarin Chinese

Following a Degree in Economics, I studied 1 year in Vancouver, Canada and 1 year in Shenzhen, China. Classes included Business, Project Management and Language Courses.

Taught 4-person classes based on the General English courseworks, and 20-person Lecture classes based on Speaking, encouraging Chinese to build their confidence in an English only discussion group.

Teaching 15-person classes in General English, Business and Conversation. Levels range from Pre-Intermediate to Advanced. Taught students from all over Asia, South America, the Middle East and Europe. 
This was an amazing experience, teaching adult students from all over the world, learning so much about their cultures, in Vancouver, Canada!

I've recently begun teaching online, and enjoying the freedom and considering delving into my own additional language study in future. I love being able to create my own content and build a long term working relationship with my favourite students around the world!

• Teaching English to Tech graduates, getting ready for job interviews
• Specializing in UX Designers, Project Managers, Tech Researchers/Analysts and Software Developers

Passed through 2 sets of Paragon training, the most you can do without group teacher training.

◾  Trial lesson is required for all New Students ◾

✔ Licensed ACCENT REDUCTION / PRONUNCIATION teacher

✔  Licensed CEIP | Certified Employment Interview Professional  | Job Interview Coach

👉  My lessons are IMMERSIVE, so we will learn PRONUNCIATION while also studying:
✔  vocabulary
✔  phrasal verbs
✔  idioms

👉  We will get to know each other, while I assess your pronunciation during the Trial consultation.

👉  We will discuss your GOALS, timeline, and evaluate your pronunciation

👉  I will explain my teaching strategy and timeline

✔   ZOOM

Let's HAVE FUN learning the American Accent!

👉 This course is an INTENSIVE focus on American Pronunciation. You will be able to pronounce GIRL and WORLD correctly!

👉  My lessons are IMMERSIVE, so we learn PRONUNCIATION while ALSO studying:
✔  grammar
✔  vocabulary
✔  phrasal verbs
✔  common idioms
✔  slang
✔  proper phrasing
✔  comprehension skills

I will show you where to place your tongue, lips and mouth to pronounce words correctly.  

This course comes with MATERIAL, on ZOOM:

👉 Formal Lesson OUTLINE
👉 FREE Support Material/Videos to explain PRONUNCIATION instructions

*The first lesson is a consultation so I can assess PROFICIENCY and customize future Lessons.

✔  I have CERTIFICATION in ACCENT REDUCTION. 
✔ Students report my pronunciation instructions are the MOST CLEAR they have ever received

**I can turn OFF the CAMERA on Zoom for established students and guess what? 

...they sound like a NATIVE speaker! 

Please know this takes time, patience and PRACTICE😎 

Bring a tall glass of water and your SENSE OF HUMOR 😎

Working on PRONUNCIATION is a lot of FUN! 

Your colleagues and friends will be AMAZED how your spoken ENGLISH IMPROVES!

✔  ZOOM preferred
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⚡  The first lesson is a consultation where we get to know each other and I assess PROFICIENCY

After the first consultation, ALL FUTURE LESSONS will have a customized Lesson Plan provided to you  by email prior to the lesson.

😊 Let's have FUN....and LAUGH!

ACCENT REDUCTION | American ◾  Intermediate - Advanced

👉  Let's have an Advanced American-Style DISCUSSION!

▪  Is your English too formal when discussing various topics?
▪  Do you have a problem with SMALL TALK or informal English at social events?

In this course you will, on ZOOM:
✔  learn common idioms
✔  practice everyday Phrasal Verbs
✔  improve clarity and sentence structure
✔  create short sentences with powerful / precise verbs
✔  discuss / debate articles outside your comfort zone
✔  improve confidence and learn proper tempo / intonation

ZOOM classroom

Let's HAVE FUN in class together!

The American-style of communication: Open, Warm, Down-to-earth, Friendly 

Formal lesson plans provided, along with Support Material & Audio examples

ZOOM classroom

Advanced CONVERSATION | Small Talk, Idioms, Phrasal Verbs, Debate

I require a 30-minute consultation first for New Students. If you have used all 3 - trials, book my "30-minute Consultation | Extra Trial" Class. 

IMPORTANT:  Your interview must be a minimum of 2-weeks away from our start date. 5-sessions, minimum, for student to improve.

👉 I am a licensed CEIP | Certified Employment Interview Professional

👉  This designation is a Professional License and Certification as a JOB INTERVIEW COACH.

◾  I hold membership with PARW/CC | Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches

◾  Membership with Toastmasters International as a certified professional in this field.

👉  Practice answering questions to the MOST COMMON QUESTIONS asked during an AMERICAN interview.

Let's prepare you to ACE your interview, ZOOM classroom.
✔  Role-play with me as the interviewer
✔  Increase confidence
✔  Practice answers to DIFFICULT questions
✔  Learn the right QUESTIONS to ask your interviewer

Behavioral Questions / Storytelling / STAR method / Minimize Weakness / Handle Awkward Pauses / Pivot Difficult Questions / Leadership Management Questions

My students get offers from:
Amazon, Facebook, Google, Microsoft, Medical School, Graduate school, Medical Residency, Retail, Government, Start-ups, Financial companies, Universities

⚡  Do you know how to correctly FOLLOW-UP after your interview is over?

Let's ROCKET BOOST your career to the next level! ZOOM classroom

🛑  It is best to be as RELAXED as possible during an interview, so I will not correct many pronunciation errors for New Students (only for established, long-term pronunciation students)

✔  ZOOM

NOTE:  Your interview needs to be a minimum of 2-weeks away from our start date. 5-sessions, minimum, for student progress

Job INTERVIEW Training | Certified Employment Interview Professional CEIP | Licensed Job Coach

Welcome Students!

In this 1 on 1 class, we will study the American accent using the same curriculum that I taught in US schools to ESL, EAL, ELL, ESOL students.

✔  I am professionally licensed and certified to work with youth students

GOALS
-learn the individual units of sounds (course begins with R and L)
-practice word stress & intonation

-read aloud from speech therapy passages
-study correct tongue positions

-improve breathing and air flow
-practice vocal chord vibration

-increase confidence and small talk abilities
-experiment with pitch & tempo

⭐  This class is supportive, positive and upbeat with a focus on speaking from the learner. 

⭐  Learners who are intermediate - advanced speakers of English are welcome! 

👉  Please book a Trial session first. I look forward to meeting your student soon!

Kids age 10-18 | American English Pronunciation

Welcome Business students!

In this 1 on 1 class, we will learn the American-style of Business English. 

GOALS
-how to effectively use Small Talk with co-workers and clients
-learn voice projection & relaxed tempo for in person and virtual meetings

-practice clear and direct sentences that sound natural
-increase confidence with correctly placed silences & pauses

-learn body language, eye contact & hand gestures to improve executive presence
-practice common follow-up questions for different settings / audiences

-how to handle Q & A in different types of settings or meetings

✔  My students work in IT, the medical field, academia, government & sales

⭐  The skills we learn in this class will last a lifetime and can be applied across different industries.

⭐  This is a positive and FUN class to BOOST your confidence and CAREER goals

I look forward to meeting you!  

Please book a Trial for our first session.

Business | Presentations, Small Talk, Meetings

Welcome School Learners!

Let's practice the most Common questions asked during a school admissions interview (or job interview.)

Topics
1) Body language & facial gestures
2) Storytelling to match target job or school
3) How to minimize weaknesses & increase positives
4) Practice follow-up questions to handle silences or pauses
5) How to research job culture or school mission statements
6) What to do if we don't know an answer
7) Increase confidence & clear communication
8) Understand what questions most likely will be asked

◾  My teaching style is focused on student communication, while offering feedback on how to improve answers.  

◾  We will revise answers & practice the same question several times, until the student feels comfortable and confident.

Method
This is a "Mock interview" class - I pretend to be the interviewer who is asking the Most Common Questions asked during interviews. I will provide the questions during the class and will support students with better answers.

Target Learner
This class is perfect for any learner practicing how to Ace a job interview or a school admissions interview (Beginner - Advanced).  Ages 13-18

Sample Questions
-Tell me about yourself
-Why do you want to attend this school?
-Why are you a good fit for this job?

-Describe your family
-Tell me about your hobbies
-What are your goals at this future job/school?

-What is your biggest strength?
-What is your biggest weakness?

-What are your favorite school subjects?
-How will you contribute to our school / work community?

*We will also learn how to ask follow-up questions when there is a pause or silence in the interview.

Note: Minimum of 5-8 sessions is needed for student improvement

I look forward to meeting you!

School Admissions Interview | 13-18 years old | Ace Your School Interview!

Meet NTA Requirements:
*Experience
*Work History
*Education
*Training
*Referrals
*Letters of Recommendation

University Substitue | ESL 
Lesson Plans
Assessment
Phonics
Reading
Writing
Academic
ESP

150-hour Course Curriculum
Highest Grade Achieved | Grade A

Teaching Assistant | US and PARIS
Study Abroad | PARIS | ESL teacher
Double BA, Honors

Trained Phonics Instructor to ESL students
Create Lesson Plans
Assess Proficiency
One-on-One and Small Groups
Reading, Writing, Speaking

Online via Skype
Local to Foreign students at University
Business English
Academic English
Medical and Technical (IT) English
Create Lesson Plans
Test Preparation
Public Speaking
Accent Reduction

Online ESL Teacher to students in China
100% 5-star ratings
Phonics
Grammar
Idioms
Assessment
Beginner to Intermediate
Customize Lessons

CEIP designation by PARWCC | Business certification to work as a professional and licensed Career Coach for Job Interview Training, mock interviews, resume writing, CV, employment coach in Business

ESL Young learners | Elementary TEFL TESOL professional certificate

Informal Tutoring

General English classes for students of all levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced level students. Students receive the following: custom-designed classes, homework, grammar correction guide, and a language learning plan.

Beginner/ Intermediate/ Advanced   English

This course is designed for students who are planning on traveling to the United States. Students will learn common English vocabulary and expressions used in the United States.  Students will also learn about United States culture. All student will receive the following: custom-designed lessons,  a grammar correction guide, homework, and a language learning plan. This course is recommended for high beginner to advanced-level students ( A2-C2).

U.S. Customs and Culture

What do we need  to do to reach a high level of proficiency when we are not in an English-speaking country?  How can we best learn English without spending years ( or even decades) learning?  This course is designed to address these questions and guide students in how to learn a language.  Please note that while this course is taught in English, this course is designed to help students develop strategies to learn English, not teach English itself. All students receive the following: custom-designed lessons, homework, and a language learning plan.  This course is recommended for intermediate to advanced level students ( B1-C2).

How to Learn English

This course will help students understand the many words that sound similar or are pronounced the same way in the English language. Students will learn how to properly pronounce difficult words and how to use similarly-sounding words in the correct context.  All students receive the following: custom-designed lessons, a grammar correction guide, homework, and a language learning plan. This course is recommended for intermediate-advanced level students ( B1-C2).

Homonyms and Pronunciation

Consisted of online study regarding how to teach English to young learners.  A summative course evaluation was necessary to complete the certificate program.

Consisted of 40 hours of online study regarding how to teach English online. I was also required to complete an evaluative assessment at the end of the certificate program.

Consisted of 160 hours of online study, formulation and evaluation of a lesson plan, and a written assignment in regards to challenges in teaching adult esl learners. The online study consisted of teaching young learners as well as adult learners.

During my time in this position, I taught English to several groups of young and adolescent students. I solely created lesson plans, taught students, and evaluated their English proficiency for students in my classes.

I have trained volunteers to become ESL teachers to adult learners. I provide ongoing professional development opportunities to my teachers as well as help them structure their lessons to create optimal learning environments for students.

Get started on your journey toward English fluency. You can choose to have a casual conversation about any topic or we can begin to develop a plan to focus on specific skills.



Conversation
Speaking
Pronunciation
Listening
Grammar 
Vocabulary

Develop your English fluency through casual conversation. Let's have a free-flowing dialog about any topic you like. I can provide corrections as we talk or I can send them to you in a message after the lesson- whichever you prefer. This is the lesson to select if you would like to develop your fluency and improve your grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary without any structured reading or studying.

English Conversation Practice

Let's work on specific English skills like grammar, vocabulary, or pronunciation with a prepared lesson plan designed to help you meet your goals. We'll read and discuss various topics and then do related exercises. You can decide what skills we will focus on or I can assess your needs and develop a plan for your language learning journey. After the lesson, you'll get customized notes from the class. You can also receive as much or as little related homework as you like. For level A2 and up- or any level if your first language is Spanish.

Personalized English Lessons

Prepare yourself for IELTS success. Find out about the procedures of all four test sections. Learn practical strategies you can utilize to be ready to do your best on your test day. Work on preparing for all four sections or on the specific sections you prefer to focus on. Practice for the speaking section with timed simulated speaking tests and receive immediate feedback. Receive writing assignments that you can complete on your own before we analyze your writing during the next lesson.

IELTS Preparation

Be ready for your upcoming opportunity. Practice for the big day by simulating a real live interview. Become aware of what the most common questions are at all types of job interviews and review strategies for how to best answer them. Find out about the questions specifically related to your field that you are likely to be asked. Gain the advantage in today's competitive job market by improving your ability to handle interviews in English. Be ready for any type of academic or professional interview, or prepare for and practice your upcoming academic or professional presentation.

Job Interview Preparation

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Let's meet for about 15 - 20 minutes for a quick chat about your language learning needs and see if we are a good match! We can talk about your learning style (visual, auditory, etc.), test our communication tools (iTalki Classroom or Google Meet), I will provide you with all the materials you need (grammar books, workbooks, audio, video, lists and apps) and get you ready to reach your goals as fast as possible!

As an alternative: If you already know what you want to do, you know your level and you have your own material, then feel free to skip the trial lesson and go directly to a regular lesson - you can send me a text message on iTalki about everything you have planned instead, and we can start straight away. I don't need any preparation for new students, I'm always ready to go!

These are casual conversation-based lessons without a set structure: We can talk about everyday situations, practise a few common situations (ordering coffee, reservering a hotel room or some simple small talk) or practise specific skills (making a telephone call, writing basic emails). I'll give you everything you need to get started for these conversation-based lessons: new vocabulary to learn, useful phrases for everyday situations, and expert tips for memorization. 

We can base our lessons on your current study plan, to include language learning apps like Duolingo, Babbel or Anki, use any course books you are currently using and also include things like podcasts and YouTube videos. No problem if you don't have any study material yet - I can provide this to you for free. Learning a language from a basic level involves having many different options and I will help you find your perfect learning style, and I can also show you all the best methods and tricks to get there quickly - and we'll have a lot fun along the way!

German Conversation Practise

I regularly train students for specific exams, with levels ranging from A1 to C2 for German on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). These exams could be a requirement for immigration/integration, or entry into higher or tertiary education.

All test preparation deals with the categories of speaking, listening, reading, and writing, and I will prepare you for all of these sections. If you want to give me a deadline (ie. your examination appointment date), then I will assess your skills and put together a project plan of grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation topics and exercises you will need to ace the test!

Exam preparation for Goethe & TELC Certificates, All levels

These are structured lessons to kick-start your language learning at a beginner level. We can use any kind of resources that either you or I provide as a course (I have many different options available for free), we can use your favourite apps, online courses or YouTube channels as learning material, and I can show you all the tricks and tips I know for rapid learning and effective memory retention. 

I will make sure to evaluate your progress along the way, I will suggest topics that could be covered next and work on all your skills (speaking, reading, writing and listening) in a balanced way, so that you quickly become a German speaker who handle a variety of different situations without stress or pressure. The idea is to get you into real-life conversations as soon as possible and also to turn you into an independent learning machine in only a few lessons!

German for Beginners: Vocabulary, Grammar & Pronunciation

Business English Training: General Conversation & Small Talk

These are specialized lessons that focus on specific skills you need for your professional life or to prepare for a career change. I can teach you how to give great presentations, lead conversations with your team, sell products to your customers, and manage your employees.

These lessons focus on business topics such as:

- Making presentations
- High-level conversations with professionals
- Meetings with new clients
- Leading your team
- International sales and marketing
- Finance and accounting
- Job interviews

Business English Training: Job Interviews & Test Preparation

Let's focus on your grammar and vocabulary skills to improve business communication for your career or company.

Grammar - Master the Basics or Become an Expert: I'll give you all the resources you need to become a language expert and teach you how to establish an ongoing workflow for effective language learning. Learning grammar is difficult, and my first piece of advice is always to take it one step at a time, becoming confident with the basics and then moving on to more complicated topics.

Vocabulary - Learn hundreds of new words fast: I can help you manage your workflow, which can include learning and memorizing new words at a high rate per day to rapidly expand your vocabulary in a matter of weeks. I have a 1000-word list we can use that covers all the basics, and I can customize the lessons whenever you need specific vocabulary to become an expert on any topic.

Business English Training: Vocabulary & Grammar

Do you want to sound like a German native speaker? 

I can teach you very specific pronunciation techniques used by actors, singers and business professionals. My Accent Reduction Program will help you communicate more clearly and confidently. I will give you the tools and expertise to develop a perfect accent. I'll teach you how to move your mouth, make new sounds and sound like a native speaker. We'll use the IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) and a chart that shows the different sounds. We can use MP3 files, Anki or any other audio tools to help you train your listening and speaking skills, I'll show you how to imitate any speaking style, and radically change how you sound. The standard German accent is called "Hochdeutsch" and I am a native speaker, if you need a different, regional accent such as Austrian or Swiss, I can do this too, no problem.

I'll encourage you to set up a daily routine to practise your material and we'll measure your progress throughout the course. Student typically book a course of ten lessons to complete the whole Accent Reduction Program, and you will need to be able to practise at least 15 minutes a day for the training to be effective. If you want to, you could provide me with a few recordings of your current accent for me to study and analyze, and also some details about which languages your speak, specifics about your particular region or dialect and anything else that might help me put together the best training package for you.

German for Advanced Students: Accent Reduction

Sound like a native speaker! I can teach you very specific pronunciation techniques used by actors, singers and business professionals. My Accent Reduction Program will help you communicate more clearly and confidently. I will give you the tools and expertise to develop a perfect accent. I'll teach you how to move your mouth, make new sounds and sound like a native speaker. We'll use the IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) and a chart that shows the different sounds. We can use MP3 files, Anki or any other audio tools to help you train your listening and speaking skills, I'll show you how to imitate any speaking style, and radically change how you sound. I can do that for either a British or North American accent, and I am a native speaker of both as I grew up speaking British/Australian English and now live in Canada. If you need a different, regional accent I can do this too, no problem.

I'll encourage you to set up a daily routine to practise your material and we'll measure your progress throughout the course. Student typically book a course of ten lessons to complete the whole Accent Reduction Program, and you will need to be able to practise at least 15 minutes a day for the training to be effective. If you want to, you could provide me with a few recordings of your current accent for me to study and analyze, and also some details about which languages your speak, specifics about your particular region or dialect and anything else that might help me put together the best training package for you.

Business English Training: Accent Reduction Program

The course was 4-weeks, and afterwards I was able to teach ESL professionally.

This is page two of my CELTA certificate, and it is a full report of my teaching abilities in 2010.

I completed a 5-year Bachelor course in Engineering.

I taught approx. 7500 hours in Berlin, 25% of those were German ranging from A1 - B2 and 75% for Business English for advanced students. Approximately 10% of the total hours were done online, the rest were in group classes on-site.

I was employed as a language trainer, teaching Business English to small classes of Japanese students from mixed backgrounds, and varying levels of experience.

I worked for Nova ICI for a year, teaching Business English to Japanese professionals. This position included completion of Nova Business English training course, 50+ hours (CTBE)

I provided daily in-house language courses for beginners and advanced students, liaised with HR to create custom-made workshops and personalized training and designed specialist training for accent reduction and vocabulary retention.

Own venture, 6 subordinates, sale and management of 150+ corporate language courses per year. Customer success management of 80+ key accounts in Berlin, in tourism, automotive, education and retail sectors.

vocabulary

For any and all students wanting to get a taste of learning on italki!  A fun and friendly conversation, with some homework to help you study harder!

Adult students only over 18 years old
*You will need a PC or Laptop to take this lesson*
**您需要能够访问Google Docs和Google Meet来参加课程。请使用个人电脑/笔记本电脑。

These lessons help you practise all parts of English: Speaking, Reading, Writing, and Listening!
This is a good start for anyone wanting to practise and increase their Speaking ability quickly and naturally.

This lesson is focused on speaking, however I will help you learn new vocabulary and new grammar as well.  You will have a lot of chances to speak and discuss your opinion.

If your goal is to be more confident and fluent in English, this type of lesson is for you!

Each lesson includes: Error Feedback, Tailored homework, and Level review.  Perfect for gaining confidence and speaking more naturally!

Adult students only over 18 years old
*You will need a PC or Laptop to take this lesson*
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Conversation & Confidence - Speaking and Fluency focus 👍

These lessons help you to improve your speaking at work with your colleagues and clients.

The lesson is focused on helping you speak professionally, and clearly.  Each lesson topic is to help you speak in the context of your work, and how best to communicate.

Each lesson includes: Error Feedback, Tailored homework, and Level review.  Perfect for gaining confidence and speaking more naturally!

Adult students only over 18 years old *You will need a PC or Laptop to take this lesson*
**您需要能够访问Google Docs和Google Meet来参加课程。请使用个人电脑/笔记本电脑。

Business / Corporate English Fluency💼

Are you able to understand your co-workers, but struggle to speak to them directly and in meetings? 
Do you need to prepare for a presentation, or a conference?
This is the right one for you!

These lessons are focused on helping you talk and discuss various topics deeply with your colleagues.  Each lesson focuses on a different theme, and helps to give you the skills, vocabulary, and confidence to discuss anything with anyone.

If you need to present an idea, or give a speech, these lessons will allow you to bring your material and practise with immediate feedback.  You’ll get written notes, error correction, and help naturalising your ideas.

Each lesson includes: Error Feedback, Tailored homework on various topics, and presentation, meeting material review.  Perfect for gaining confidence and speaking more naturally!

Adult students only over 18 years old *You will need a PC or Laptop to take this lesson*
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Meetings / Presentations / Conferences

If you are preparing for an interview, want to change your job, or work on your CV, this is the lesson for you!

Each lesson focuses on giving you the confidence to ace your interview, and provide you with natural ways to answer most interview questions.

We can roleplay your interview, practise technical questions, and work on naturalising your CV.

Each lesson includes: Error Feedback, Tailored homework and interview questions, and Level review.  Great for increasing your confidence, and getting your next job!

Adult students only over 18 years old *You will need a PC or Laptop to take this lesson*
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Interview Preparation / CV writing

Training and management of overseas English Language Teachers.
Organising teaching material, co-ordinating the work of teachers in charge of the various subjects.
Travel to multiple destinations for onsite teaching and training.
Working with teachers from multiple destinations i.e. Sri Lanka, The Philippines, Tanzania, Ghana.

Providing ongoing training to local and overseas staff
Teaching and training staff from India / Sri Lanka
Call centre monitoring with progress updates and feedback

Lesson organisation and review. Teaching to a wide variety of professionals in all markets and at all career levels. Group (Up to 6 people) and Private one to one lessons. Assessment of students progress and feedback. Administration of student files.

Course material creation - To be used by various other teachers
Teaching to a wide variety of professionals in all markets and at all career levels.Refining and reviewing teaching practices with staff and teachers.
Private and tailored one to one lessons Assessment of students progress and feedback.
Administration of student files.

Hi Guys,

As instructed from italki support, I attach my CV which outlines my recent experience. Pdf includes screenshots.

Quick notes - The majority of my students who attend my general English class are actually for business, students tend to just choose the top of the list lesson.

I started my career back in 2006 in international finance at 18 - Qualified when I was 20 - I've ran multiple small businesses since then.

I hope this information is useful!

Trial lesson to get to know each other and to give you an idea of what lessons with me will be like, including a speaking and listening test in the form of a proper conversation.

Using flash cards, hand outs, videos and lots of speaking and listening; you will learn how to greet people, daily routines, learn all the tenses, British English pronunciation and much, much more!

English for Beginners

A course of ten lessons to help you feel more confident in meetings, with lots of speaking practise and help with pronunciation.   

Do you have an interview that will be in English, that you need help with?  
Practise your interview skills with most common interview questions and help with how to answer them.  I can help you to feel more prepared for your interview, so that you will be confident and successful.  I also offer proofreading, and help with your CV/resume.

Business English

Feel confident and fluent in everyday English from your very first lesson.  You will love learning English this way; its fun and lively with topics ranging from current affairs to cooking, shopping and even aliens! I have many thought provoking topics to help you think in English. You will learn lots of new vocabulary and natural native phrases and idioms that will also help you sound more fluent to native speakers, including pronunciation help.

Let's Talk! - Intermediate to Advanced

Designed for children aged 7 and above. Learn how to read, spell and pronounce every word properly using British English phonics! Lessons are based around Cambridge English 'Starters/Movers and Flyers' together with my own sourced worksheets and materials.  Interesting topics to read and talk about, your child will be learning whilst having fun.  Including test preparation and homework help.

English for Children

Improve your confidence, vocabulary and pronunciation and feel ready for your IELTS general or academic exam.  Lots of talking practise, vocabulary and phrases on different subjects, including writing advice, help and tips.

Get ready for IELTS

Tutor support to adult learners in English, Maths, Customer Service and Employability

Online English teacher, experience teaching children and adults from absolute beginners through to advanced learners.

Please note, that as well as my Master Certificate in teaching TEFL, I have taught 116 'Get Ready for IELTS' lessons on italki.  I also have several years classroom experience, teaching and preparing adult students in their GCSE English exams.

I am a native British English teacher, using both British Council and other approved IELTS training worksheets.

How Children Learn and Develop in General
Teaching Listening and Speaking
Teaching Reading and Writing
Stories

Experience working as a head office manager for a health centre and marketing company in charge of hiring staff, HR and different business administration for the Managing Director and B2B.     Reference attached

I am currently offering trial English lessons. In this way you can assess for yourself if I am a great fit for future lessons. As a native English speaker we can look at talking over a subject that interests you, explore phrasal verbs or idioms, talk about an upcoming interview, read through a text, try some comprehension exercises, etc. I would love to help you delve deeper into your language learning journey.

Our lessons can be tailored to suit your requirements. The emphasis is on speaking naturally and confidently. We can explore a variety of subject areas, and take advantage of topics that interest you – these can include videos, debating topics and practising role plays. We will focus on your exact aims and objectives.

Conversational English

We can look at business speaking skills, writing emails, presentations, increasing your business vocabulary, making small talk and socialising, networking, cultural awareness, analysis of relationship building, business phrasal verbs and idioms, as well as role plays, sales stages, handling objections and closing deals, to name a few key areas.

Do you want help writing a professional CV? Do you want to practise for an upcoming interview? We can run through mock interviews together and practice presentations, interview questions, and help give you an advantage over the other applicants.

Interview Skills

We can explore your pronunciation together and see where more help is needed. We can read materials - this can be your own material that you have available - or we can look at authentic materials from the internet. I will read the text back to you, and together we can look at the sounds that require the most attention. I will provide feedback and we can also look at the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) if you want to explore this more fully.

Pronunciation

I can check on your writing and business emailing skills, as well as advising on your grammar, structure and vocabulary. I also provide proof reading services.

Writing, business emails and proof reading

Ever felt tongue-tied before a big meeting or during a networking event? Our 'Master the Art of Small Talk for Business Success' module is your essential guide to navigating professional conversations with ease and confidence. This course, specifically designed for B2/C1 English learners, focuses on developing your ability to engage in natural and effective small talk in a business context.
We'll move beyond basic introductions, exploring a range of practical strategies and authentic scenarios. You'll learn how to initiate conversations smoothly, keep them flowing, and gracefully exit when needed. We'll cover appropriate topics for different professional settings, helping you avoid awkward silences and build rapport effortlessly. Through interactive exercises and real-world simulations, you'll practise active listening, asking insightful questions, and responding appropriately.
By the end of this module, you'll be able to:
•	Confidently initiate and sustain small talk in various business situations, from casual coffee breaks to formal conferences.
•	Identify and utilise suitable topics for professional small talk, ensuring you always have something to say.
•	Develop strong active listening skills to understand nuances and respond thoughtfully.
•	Build rapport and strengthen professional relationships through effective conversational techniques.
•	Navigate potential cultural differences in small talk, ensuring your interactions are always respectful and productive.
This module adopts a communicative approach, meaning you'll be actively speaking and interacting from day one. You'll gain the practical skills and confidence needed to participate in business discussions related to small talk, paving the way for more successful professional interactions. No more awkward silences – just confident, engaging conversations.

Master the Art of Small Talk for Business Success

Qualifi Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language

30 hour course designed to teach Business English. I also have over 10 years experience working for companies such as Bloomberg,  the Financial Times Group and ADVFN in an international sales capacity covering negotiations, selling, small talk, presenting, etc.

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