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Seit März 2023
Lehrer seit März 2023
English as a Second Language with a friendly, experienced and encouraging English language tutor
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Von 45.83 Fr /Std
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I’m a university graduate with a Cambridge RSA Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language to Adults and have been teaching for over 30 years. I’m happy to help with all aspects of the language, from exam English to business English or for general English. I encourage and allow learners to express themselves as much as possible, while offering feedback on grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. Seeing my learners’ language improve keeps me motivated - please feel free to get in contact!
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Beim Schüler zu Hause :
  • In der Umgebung von Blackheath, Vereinigtes Königreich
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Beim Lehrer zu Hause :
  • London SE10, UK
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Online aus Vereinigtes Königreich
Über mich
My lessons are simply based on what the learners need and enjoy. A typical lesson contains a focus on speaking and listening, with vocabulary building and a review of any new or problematic grammatical areas. I also use authentic sources of material and texts to help with reading and listening comprehension and always include time to look at issues with pronunciation, such as problem sounds or intonation.
I have a very flexible approach but at all times I make sure that there’s time for the learners to communicate and express themselves freely, as well as giving the learners personalised and focussed feedback on both positive aspects of their English and areas for improvement in the future.
After each meeting, I send learners a written record of the lesson which shows the new language that we’ve looked at and also shows examples of errors that were made, as well as a corrected version. This means that the learners don’t have to make notes during the lesson, leaving them better able to concentrate on the lesson itself. The written records also show the learners the progress they’ve made.
Above all, I try to personalise the lesson content as much as possible, making sure that the content is meaningful and memorable. What works well for one individual might not work well for someone else, so my approach to teaching always takes this into account. My lessons are designed to maximise the learners’ time so that each lesson makes a clear difference to their learning experience.
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BA in French Language and Literature
Cambridge RSA Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language to Adults
Cambridge RSA Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language to Adults
Erfahrung / Qualifikationen
I have over 30 years of teaching experience, both abroad and in the UK. I’ve also taught in language schools as well as teaching privately.
Alter
Erwachsene (18-64 Jahre alt)
Seniorinnen und Senioren (65+ Jahre alt)
Unterrichtsniveau
Anfänger
Mittel
Fortgeschritten
Dauer
60 Minuten
Unterrichtet in
Englisch
Fachkenntnisse
Englisch als zweite sprache (esl)
Englisch für erwachsene
Verfügbarkeit einer typischen Woche
(GMT -04:00)
New York
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Whatever your background or profession, deciding to learn a foreign language is a great way to add another dimension to your life and make your mind work in a new way. You become a (slightly) different person, since along with a new language, one learns to look at the world in a slightly different way. This is why my approach to teaching English is not only aimed at laying or strengthening the foundational knowledge - grammar, speaking, writing and listening skills, but also at introducing students to the culture of the English-speaking population. We will find out what English speakers find funny, what drives them to tears, what makes them feel proud and what they get embarrassed about.

Open to students of all levels, my course usually is taught online, using a variety of visual aids and a wide range of material, from textbooks to YouTube videos. In teaching advanced learners, I often refer to pieces of literature such as novels and poems, since they easily spark discussions, which in turn improves the students' grasp and feel of the language. In doing so, I take students beyond ordinary textbooks and grammar books, since they are no more than guides to learning, not absolute authorities, and because to me language is a living, constantly evolving matter, which you must submerge yourself into in order to understand.

In addition to my unorthodox approach, what sets me apart is a collection of unique, language-related experiences, which translate into a good ability to understand nuances of the English language. A native Russian speaker, I have lived in the UK for over 5 years, went to a Scottish boarding school and have even completed a university degree in English. Thanks to my linguistic and cultural competency, I will make sure that you are never lost in translation! Are you interested? Then contact me today!
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Whatever your background or profession, deciding to learn a foreign language is a great way to add another dimension to your life and make your mind work in a new way. You become a (slightly) different person, since along with a new language, one learns to look at the world in a slightly different way. This is why my approach to teaching English is not only aimed at laying or strengthening the foundational knowledge - grammar, speaking, writing and listening skills, but also at introducing students to the culture of the English-speaking population. We will find out what English speakers find funny, what drives them to tears, what makes them feel proud and what they get embarrassed about.

Open to students of all levels, my course usually is taught online, using a variety of visual aids and a wide range of material, from textbooks to YouTube videos. In teaching advanced learners, I often refer to pieces of literature such as novels and poems, since they easily spark discussions, which in turn improves the students' grasp and feel of the language. In doing so, I take students beyond ordinary textbooks and grammar books, since they are no more than guides to learning, not absolute authorities, and because to me language is a living, constantly evolving matter, which you must submerge yourself into in order to understand.

In addition to my unorthodox approach, what sets me apart is a collection of unique, language-related experiences, which translate into a good ability to understand nuances of the English language. A native Russian speaker, I have lived in the UK for over 5 years, went to a Scottish boarding school and have even completed a university degree in English. Thanks to my linguistic and cultural competency, I will make sure that you are never lost in translation! Are you interested? Then contact me today!
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