English for Beginners: The Basics of Communication - Geneva

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English for Beginners: The Basics of Communication

From 38.82 € /h

English is an essential language for international communication, and this course is designed for beginner French speakers who want to learn to speak English in a simple and practical way. In this course, you'll learn the basics of English, including how to introduce yourself, ask simple questions, and use everyday phrases.

We'll start with simple sentences and everyday dialogues, such as greetings, farewells, and personal introductions. You'll also develop your basic vocabulary and learn how to use basic English grammar to form correct sentences.

By the end of the course, you will be able to communicate effectively in simple situations, and you will have the tools necessary to progress to a more advanced level.

Extra information

No prerequisites are necessary for this course, just a desire to learn! You'll have access to practical exercises, visual aids, and interactive activities to strengthen your language skills. Regular review and active participation are strongly encouraged to maximize your learning.

Location

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Around Geneva, Switzerland

Online from Switzerland

About Me

I am passionate about teaching English and I am delighted to share my knowledge with you. I have obtained an IELTS certificate with a score of 8, attesting to my advanced level of English. My academic background is solid, with a Bachelor and Master degrees completed in English in Geneva, which allowed me to acquire a thorough command of the language.

I also had the opportunity to work in Switzerland, particularly in Geneva and Zug, in large organizations where English was the working language. This professional experience allowed me to develop my communication skills and apply English in a dynamic and multicultural environment.

At the same time, I taught English to children aged 10 to 17 in after-school support classes. I love sharing my passion for the language and I adapt my teaching methods to make learning both effective and enjoyable.

I look forward to supporting you on your English learning journey!

Education

University of Geneva, Bachelor of Science in Economics and Management
University of Geneva, GSEM - Responsible Management
Certificate of Maturity at "Petro Nini Luarasi" High School in Tirana, Albania

Experience / Qualifications

Certification of IELTS test - Band score - 8 meaning "Very Good User"
I gave English courses to kids and teenagers in Albania for 3 years

Age

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

French

English

Albanian

Skills

English

English as a second language (esl)

Grammar

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English For All: Develop your skills at any age

38.82 € /h

Do you want to improve your English or benefit from academic support? I offer private lessons adapted to beginner and intermediate levels, based on my C1 level in English, validated by the IELTS test.

**What I propose:**

- **School Support:** Personalized help for homework, exam revision and understanding lessons. I guide you through grammar rules, vocabulary and common expressions to build your confidence.

- **Beginner Learning:** Introduction to the English language with interactive and engaging methods. Learn the basics of grammar, pronunciation and essential vocabulary through fun activities.

- **Intermediate Level:** Perfect your conversation skills, improve your listening and reading comprehension, and deepen your grammar knowledge. Discussions on a variety of topics to practice English in a friendly setting.

**Methodology:** My courses are interactive and practice-oriented, with a variety of materials such as games, videos and written exercises. The goal is to make learning enjoyable and motivating.

**Who are these courses for?**: Anyone who wants to learn or improve their English, whether they are pupils, students or adults.

Do not hesitate to contact me for more information or to schedule a first lesson!

Sebastien

5.0

(1)

PROFESSOR French / English

Graduated with CELFLE / CELTA diploma, I have teaching experiences with adults also with children.

Whatever the level and situation of the student, I adapt to the needs, wishes, objectives while delivering my own expertise and approach in order to identify possible gaps and focus on points to work as a priority.

Serious, caring, motivated, involved, pedagogue and punctual, I am very involved in the success of each of my students to allow them to progress and am available to answer their questions or those of their parents even outside the hours of course. I offer a personalized pedagogical accompaniment and aims at transmitting effective and proven working methods. I also seek to empower and empower students, to give them the confidence they need, and to be demanding so that they succeed.

I have been teaching for more than 20 years in Geneva(Organizations/Group courses/Preparation for Delf etc..) at all levels and for the past years I have specialized in Survival modules and exam preparation for Fide exam( required for permit B/ C and citizenship) Usually I come to student's home and we have 1 or 2 lessons of 1h30 peer week depending on their needs and focus..As I am teaching between Geneva and Nyon, I am more in favor of meeting the students at their home.
Let me know if I could be of any help and then we could organize a meeting depending on your availabilities

Kind regards / Best regards
Sebastian

Elie

5.0

(1)

I teach students, as well as adults who want to improve their English for professional reasons.
My experience over the past 10 years has allowed me to develop a simple and effective method that adapts to the needs of the student, taking into account their interests. This way, the student becomes seriously involved and progresses quickly.
My native ear allows me to have a real impact on the pronunciation and accent of the student, without ever neglecting the importance of learning to write. In addition, my experience as a translator allows me to teach the different nuances of the language in the most efficient way possible.

Carelle

5.0

(1)

Hello everyone,

I am a humble young woman who offers herself as an Italian teacher.

Having lived and studied for several years in Italy in Tuscany, I propose to share my humble knowledge with anyone who contacts me. So I am willing to discuss the medieval, modern and contemporary culture of Italy. I will bring you very briefly to Italy based on my experience.
So don't wait! I am waiting for you massively.

Thank you to those who have the courage to contact me.
Looking forward to reading you and sharing great experiences with you!

Best regards,

Carelle M

Denis

5.0

(1)

Teacher with great experience and particularly motivated, I have always advanced my students and brought them successfully to their exams.

After completing a full education in Germany and advanced training in Swiss law in Geneva, I want to put my skills at the service of students or students of any level in Geneva.

Aïlen

5.0

(1)

This course allows a fun learning and adapted to the level of the child.
It also allows support, refresher training or simply help with homework. In addition, the lesson touches different aspects of learning and stimulates writing, reading, speaking and creativity so that the lesson is as pleasant as possible for the child.

Cedric

5.0

(1)

Conversational English, vocabulary and grammar, book club reading style. I will happily guide you through various conversational situations, interviews and shopping.

Anglais conversationnel, vocabulaire et grammaire, style de lecture de club de lecture. Je me ferai un plaisir de vous guider à travers diverses situations conversationnelles, interviews et achats.

Amélie

5.0

(1)

I am a Belgian (Flemish) and French student with a Masters in International Public Law (Amsterdam) and a Masters in Global development (University of Copenhagen). World traveler, I have lived in Thailand, Denmark, Greece, the Netherlands, US, Switzerland and many more countries, where I both dtudies and worked as a legal advisor.

I have been tutoring since 2017, both in person, in schools and online, since 2017, I have been working with around 250 students, located everywhere in the world! Here is an overview of my previous tutoring experience:

2022-Now:
Online tutoring on Apprentus, (approx 12h/week).

2023:
Tutor of Dutch at Varady Language school in Geneva

2021-2022:
I worked at "bijlesthuis," a Dutch tutoring institution, where I primarily taught French, Dutch, and English to adult learners seeking to improve their language skills. During the same period, I also provided classes to other students through Apprentus.

2021:
Through Apprentus and other websites, I assisted several younger students (ages 5-15) in Bern and Geneva, helping them improve their skills in subjects such as Maths and French.

2017-2020:
I worked for three years at a tutoring institution in Geneva called ARA, where I primarily taught French, Mathematics, and English.

During this time, I also spent two years working at a private school called Florimont, where I supported students aged 11-16 across various subjects by assisting them with their homework.

I can teach French, Dutch, and English, Spanish and in German, and I thoroughly enjoy teaching and assisting students in their progress and acquisition of new skills.

As a person, I am flexible, calm, and positive.

I am excited to meet you and look forward to working with you!

Amélie

Surya

5.0

(1)

✅ Hindi belongs to the Indo-Aryan branch of the Indo-European family of languages. Along with English, Hindi is one of the official languages of India.
✅ Hindi is one of the world's most important languages. If you want to visit India, become a successful businessperson in India, or travel across the country, knowing Hindi is essential.
✅ I specialize in providing Hindi lessons to students and individuals learning the language.
✅ My primary goal is to teach Hindi, as I can guide learners from basic to advanced levels and solve any problems effectively.
✅ Students and learners can grasp Hindi well because I am a native speaker.
✅ You will begin by learning Hindi vowels and consonants, progressing to reading, writing, listening, and speaking Hindi.
✅ Finally, I encourage you to book a lesson with me and start learning Hindi today. I am available 24/7 to assist you.
Namaste to all!

Valentine

5.0

(1)

Hello!

I have been teaching English for 9 years now.

I help students with grammar, conjugation, and written comprehension, to improve their speaking skills and to give them more confidence in the language.

I obtained level B2+ in English when I obtained my commercial professional baccalaureate in 2017.

I help in the following areas:

- Adults wishing to discover the English language
- Students in the orientation cycle
- Middle school students (1st and 2nd year)
- Students in post-CFC commercial vocational baccalaureate
- Students at the business school
- Children in primary school and wanting to prepare for the orientation cycle

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I offer classes at my home, at the student's home, and via Zoom. I have a vehicle for easy transportation.
* I also offer back-to-school preparation courses, refresher courses and courses for beginners during the summer of 2025 during the following weeks:

- The week of June 23 to 29
- The week of June 30 to July 6
- The week of July 7 to 13
- The week of July 21 to 27
- The week of August 4 to 10
- The week of August 11 to 17
- The week of August 18 to 24
- The week of August 25 to 31

Terry

5.0

(1)

Chinese Lady, holder of Diploma of " Commercial Translation " English <---> Chinese, gives Lessons in ENGLISH, improves the Language Communication Skills in English and excels at helping learners reach their learning goals and expectations.

Lessons include:
General Conversation, Business Conversation, Survival Travel Conversation, Vocabulary, Lecture, Listening & Writing Practice, Helping with Homework & CV.

Kevin

5.0

(1)

I offer you a new learning experience.

To the uninitiated, a grammar book seems to be written in another language because the meaning of the words is incomprehensible. In a down-to-earth way, I'll translate the grammar into familiar words. With my tailor-made teaching you will accelerate your learning while having a positive mindset.

You can book a complete course with regular sessions or individual lessons to overcome a specific problem, such as pronunciation or a particular point in grammar.

Learning a foreign language is not a linear process that consists of memorising a list of words, and speaking a foreign language is not an oral translation exercise.

There are two types of approaches to acquiring knowledge:

When asked what year follows 1999, you can immediately answer 2000 without having to think for a long time and, above all, without having memorised each number individually, starting with 1, 2, 3 ... You know that numbers are formed according to a certain pattern. With only ten digits, you can form an infinite number of numbers and always know which number comes next.

When it comes to the alphabet, words and sentences, it's more or less the same, but school pedagogy, school textbooks and regular lessons still follow the rote learning approach. In the lessons I propose, you will learn to use patterns because this is more efficient and faster.

Learning is easy, but unlearning bad habits is extremely difficult. This makes it all the more important to learn the right reflexes as early as possible.

My offer is aimed at both teenagers and adults who want to acquire a solid foundation of the Latin language without the time-consuming diversions of absurd school methods.

I offer individual or group lessons for Latin. The methods are based on cognitive science and, in particular, comparative linguistics. My flexible programme can be tailored to your individual needs.

What is particularly important to me:

motivating my students and help them establish a learning rhythm;
encouraging their creativity;
helping them become more familiar with the language;
teaching them the letters and their sounds;
strengthening their memory by training their phonological loop;
teaching sentence building plans instead of memorising sentences;
explaining how language works so that my students can become independent as quickly as possible.

I look forward to meeting you.

Douglas

5.0

(1)

Looking to pick up a new language? Or maybe you've watched The Crown and want to speak like the Queen of England? Look no further! As a native speaker of English - and fluent speaker of Spanish and French - I can put myself in your shoes and help you chat, read and sound like a Brit, only using the best and most natural sounding language. What’s more, I have a wealth of experience teaching English in France and Argentina, can accommodate all levels of English and will tailor my lessons based on your specific needs and interests. The best part: as a Specialised Translation Masters student at UniGe, I’m always around Uni-Mail and Champel, meaning I can come to you, we can meet in the middle or we can hop on a Zoom call! The choice is yours. Now that you’ve found your teacher, the only question is...when would you like to get started?

Send me a message with any questions or queries and I’ll get back to you ASAP!

Best wishes,

Zak

5.0

(1)

Learn Arabic & English Through the Topics You Love

Hi, I’m Zak — an experienced language teacher with a Master’s degree in Management from the University of Geneva, several years of language exchange programs, and the desire to read and research different topics. I design each class around your goals and interests, so you’ll never feel bored or lost.

Whether you want to speak confidently for business, travel, history, politics, or career development, we’ll dive into real-world topics that matter to you while improving your grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and fluency.

I offer help with proofreading, translation at extra cost.

I teach:

Arabic: Modern Standard, Classical, Gulf, Emirati, Levantine

English: ESL, Business English, Conversation, Academic Writing

✨ Classes available for all levels and all ages
🧠 Focused on interactive learning, critical thinking & cultural awareness
🌍 Lessons offered online or in person (Geneva, Vaud)

“This isn’t a typical boring class — it’s a modern, engaging experience designed for curious minds who love learning and exploring the beauty of cultural and linguistic diversity.”

✅ Extra Information for the Student
Just bring your curiosity! Lessons are personalized, and all materials will be provided. Let me know your goal or preferred topic in advance (e.g., business, travel, interviews, politics), and we’ll build the lesson around it.

Nicolas

5.0

(1)

My name is Nicolas, and I'm an English teacher with eight years of teaching experience. I've spoken English since I was a teenager and have continued to practice it through my many travels. My level was further improved during an extended stay in Canada. In 2018, I passed the TEFL Cambridge exam, the English as a Foreign Language Teaching Certificate.

Having also gone through the process of learning to speak this language, I am well aware of the different stages my students go through. This helps considerably.

My courses are custom-built to achieve personal goals and are adapted to the specific needs of each individual.

Practice is prioritized throughout the learning process to foster independence as quickly as possible. Basic grammar and vocabulary concepts are also covered, depending on the student's level.

This course is aimed at:
- Beginners (basics, conversation, travel);
- Intermediate/advanced (improvement, exam preparation: TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC);
- Professionals (business English, interview preparation).

Feel free to contact me for more information.

With pleasure :)

Christina

5.0

(1)

Welcome! 😊
I am a Greek Philologist and professional Translator based in Geneva 🌍, with extensive experience teaching languages to both native and foreign speakers. My main focus is Greek for foreigners 📚, helping students build confidence in speaking, reading, and writing, tailored to their level and goals.
I also teach English, Italian, and Albanian to Greek-speaking students, using clear explanations and interactive exercises ✍️. Lessons are personalized, engaging, and practical, so you can see real progress from the very first session.
Whether you want to improve for work, school, or personal enrichment, I will guide you every step of the way with patience and enthusiasm 😊.