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Instructor since March 2019
Private English Lessons - Native English Speaker & Professional Language Instructor
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Hello there. My name is Michael and I am a native English speaker from South Africa. Currently I specialise in teaching language to adults in a professional setting with an emphasis on language immersion and Business English. However I am also experienced in tutoring children ahead of their exams as well as introducing The English Language to absolute beginners and tutoring students on an intermediate level.

Furthermore, I am adept at tailoring the class to the needs of my student through the use of both online and physical resources and ensure that all lessons are goal-oriented. In addition to my experience as an English Teacher, I have also worked as an Editor and Business & Recruitment Manager.

Some of my clients in Brussels include: Banca Monte Paschi, Berlitz School of Languages and Kiddy & Junior Classes.
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At student's location :
  • Around Ixelles-Elsene, Belgium
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At teacher's location :
  • Fernand Cocq, 1050 Ixelles, Belgium
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About Me
I am a native English speaker from Cape Town, South Africa. I am currently residing in Brussels and my occupation is that of a Professional Language Instructor. Some of my clients include: Banca Monte Paschi, The Berlitz School of Languages & Kiddy & Junior Classes.
Education
BA in Philosophy & Psychology
Teaching English as a Foreign Language – 70 hours
Human Resources Management & Labour Relations
PHP/HTML Website Development Training Course
Journalism internship
Experience / Qualifications
English Language Instructor - Belgium
Online Duty Editor - Belgium
Recruitment Manager - South Africa
Operations Manager - South Africa
Recruitment Consultant - South Africa
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
60 minutes
90 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Afrikaans
Skills
English as a second language (esl)
English for adults
School
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -05:00)
New York
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At teacher's location and via webcam
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At student's home
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04-08
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