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Since May 2018
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Improve your English and have fun whilst working on your communication skills to grow in self-confidence! I'm a British native speaker.
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From 34 € /h
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Classes with me will improve your confidence in using English for work and in your free time!
Learn practical English skills and have fun whilst doing so!

Speaking good English means increased abundance in your life through earning more money for you and your family.

I have a clear and friendly British English accent which will make learning that much easier for you

I hold 2 university degree's and 2 professional teaching certificates. And have taught students of all ages from around the world for more than 10 years!

You are most welcome, and I look forward to hearing from you:-)
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You can take individual or group lessons! Get in touch and let's start improving your English! Start living an abundant life today!
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  • Oostelijke Eilanden en Kadijken, Amsterdam, Nederland
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About Me
I am a friendly and well educated man.
I hold two professional teaching certificates for teaching English to adults.
TEFL and CELTA (Cambridge English Language Teaching Accreditation)
My accent is British English - from Southern England, known formally as 'received pronunciation' but more commonly referred to as 'The King's English' or 'BBC English'.

I have been teaching for more than 12 years, and have experience teaching people from all back grounds and nationalities. I am internationally orientated and yet at the same time, integrated into Dutch society.

I am specialised in helping my students improve their confidence in using the English language! Having confidence is key to getting the most out of English and enjoying speaking, writing, reading and listening to it!

If you choose me as your teacher, I am sure that you will improve in English, learn new things and have fun whilst doing so!

I look forward to welcoming you to my lessons!
Education
UvA University of Amsterdam. Masters degree, in European Studies (end grade 8.5)
University of York. BA degree single honours, in Political Science(end grade 2.2)
Experience / Qualifications
TEFL teaching certificate, English Domain Malta
CELTA teaching certificate (accredited by Cambridge University), Brighton, UK
Age
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
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30 minutes
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Dutch
English
French
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English
English as a second language (esl)
English for adults
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learn proper etiquette to feel confident in different social settings
40 € /h
Do you want to feel more at ease in social situations both professionally and in your personal life?
Then this class is for you!
Learn how to deal with social situations - the ‘do’s’ and ‘don’ts’ when it comes to meeting new people, entertaining, business meetings, understanding different cultural practices etc...
Etiquette is about treating other people in a polite and respectful way so that social interactions whether for social or business reasons go smoothly, and allow both parties to interact seamlessly!
To find out more get in touch and let me help you with all matters dealing with etiquette.
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