Experienced and Certified British English teacher with a relaxed and friendly style
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English
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Spanish
Romanian
Portuguese
Experienced and Certified British English teacher with a relaxed and friendly style
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume
From United KingdomLiving in Bournemouth, United Kingdom (23:52 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Dec 7, 2010
Interest topicReadingHistoryTravel
I'm from Rainy England! I have a degree in Sociology from the University of Kent and a TEFL certificate. What I love most is learning new things. I read a lot, especially about history, philosophy, politics, culture and religion, but I enjoy talking about many other topics. I have travelled to many different countries and have lived in two foreign countries, China and Romania. I'm also a language learner, focusing mainly on Spanish and Romanian. I play the guitar and write my own songs. I love to walk in wide open spaces with beautiful views. I live near the sea so I often walk to the coast to stare at the sea and daydream! I enjoy meeting and talking to new people.
Me as a Teacher
I'm a very experienced teacher, and have taught people from many different nationalities, of various age groups and levels of ability, and in both classes and one-on-one. I can talk about pretty much anything! I have taught a Russian opera singer, a Swedish horse trainer, a Spanish professional poker player, an Italian wine expert, a Korean oil executive, several NATO employees, and many many computer programmers!
I care a lot about all my students and do my best to help them progress with their English.
(Note: I currently only teach students who are over 16 years old)
My lessons & teaching style
I will correct ALL of your mistakes and give quick and simple explanations when necessary. My lessons always have a specific focus, but they will feel like a relaxed conversation. I always try to suggest new and more native ways to express things. My test and interview preparation lessons are more structured. I have a great deal of experience teaching IELTS preparation. I adapt my approach to the ability level and personality of the student.
My teaching material
Articles and news
Quizzes
Test templates and examples
Homework Assignments
Certificates
TEFL - TEFL Training - 2012Covers: the basic skills of classroom communication; work at all levels from young children and beginners to advanced speakers; using texts, mime and visual materials; basic lesson planning, preparing and teaching grammar; using and supplementing course books; First certificate skills; and the fundamental theory of whole-brain and accelerated learning.
Certificate uploaded
Education
2005 - 2008
Bachelor’s - SociologyUniversity of Kent
Work Experience
2009 - 2009
English teacherQiyang No.1 Middle School - Qiyang, China
5.0
Rating
1,069
Students
9,681
Lessons
100%
Attendance
99%
Response
5.0
Rating
1069
Students
9681
Lessons
100%
Attendance
99%
Response
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
710 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
British English
A1 - C2General6,171 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 20% off
IELTS preparation
A1 - C2Test Preparation2,318 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 20% off
Interview skills
A1 - C2Business202 lessons completed
USD 35.00
University/work personal statement development and proofreading
A1 - C2General41 lessons completed
USD 35.00
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1,148 Reviews
IL6002
3 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Tom is an excellent teacher who knows how to listen and guide students. He perfectly explains the new material, supporting it with real-life examples. During the first trial lesson I managed to outline an action plan of studying and methods for its implementation, learned some grammar rules and worked on my pronunciation. The lesson left only positive impressions. I'll definitely continue studying with Tom.
Jan 8, 2024
Natsuki
3 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I took Tom’s lesson first time in four years ! Previously he helped me cabin crew interview in English.
In this time he helped me final interview of internal mobility. His interview lesson is the best. He gave me always helpful tips and correct my mistakes. Thank you Tom !!!!
Dec 22, 2022
David
63 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Tom is my english teacher around one year ago and I am very happy to be his student.
Even when I am so tired after a long work day, Tom know how to drive the class to feel you confortable and cheersful.
Jun 30, 2016
Geniya Rimbach
9 English lessons
As always: I've enjoyed the lesson. Inspiring, motivating and joyful. Thanks a lot!
May 1, 2024
Bokhalid
1 English lesson
It's was a great lesson and Teacher Tom help me to understand the writing skills and speaking. It was wonderful (:
Apr 5, 2024
Geniya Rimbach
9 English lessons
There was again a meaningful and interesting lesson with Tom. I'm more than satisfied. Great!!!