We will meet and discuss your future English classes. I can assess your speaking level and we will talk about what you want and need from the classes. We will discuss different learning methods and I can explain the options available.

IELTS Preparation Course - Reach the advanced levels

I offer two types of IELTS courses depending on how long you have until the test:

* Short term preparation
* Long term preparation course


Short term preparation: For students who will take the exam in the next month or two, we will focus on preparing you with real IELTS speaking and writing questions. We will alternate between classes focused on speaking and writing. For writing classes, you will complete a writing task 1 and 2 for homework, which we will discuss and analyse in the class, and I will show you how to improve your introductions, body paragraphs and conclusions to reach band 7 and higher. In speaking classes, I’ll give you targeted feedback and suggest useful phrases to help you get the best score possible on exam day. I can also offer tips on the reading and listening test, and we can discuss any problems you have with specific reading or listening tasks.

Long term preparation course: For students who have approximately 6 months before the test and want to focus on improving vocabulary and grammar, as well as work on speaking and writing skills, I offer a course where we will go through 20 common test topics. You’ll practise the following:

Listening tasks with test style questions.
Reading tasks with test style questions.
Vocabulary -  useful words and phrases for each topic.
Speaking - practice all speaking parts with test style questions on each topic.
Writing - practice writing and get feedback on how to improve the way you write to meet the IELTS standards.
Grammar - practice key grammar elements which will help you reach the advanced levels.

As an experienced teacher, I can help you quickly correct mistakes and improve your performance.  The aim is to get you speaking as much as possible and then offer feedback on how to improve. I’ve helped dozens of students prepare for IELTS with most aiming for and between bands 7 and 8. I hope I can help you too.

IELTS Preparation Classes

Improve your general English so you are ready to communicate effectively with native and non-native speakers in a wide range of situations. Move from a pre-intermediate to advanced English level. 

I offer different learning methods so we can choose the best method for you. We can use a variety of coursebook and associated materials, as well as using personally created and online materials. 

General English classes are ideal for most people who want to improve their English, especially speaking. All classes have a particular focus on speaking, with feedback on how to speak more naturally, and improve vocabulary.

We'll go through the course material together, and I'll give you feedback all the way. This type of class is a great way to include listening, reading and grammar activities, in addition to lots of speaking practice.

General English

The aim of these classes is to help you talk, a lot! You'll be able to speak, practice fluency and pronunciation, learn new vocabulary and try to use it effectively.

I've created over 50 discussion topics at intermediate and advanced levels with questions which we can discuss together. During the discussion I'll make notes for you with feedback on mistakes, vocabulary and grammar, and suggestions for better language. The aim of these classes is to get you speaking as much as possible, so I'll be asking lots of questions, and helping you with answers. You'll be able to practice speaking, pronunciation and fluency while you speak about a wide range of topics.

Intermediate level questions focus more on the use of B1 and B2 level vocabulary, while the advanced conversation lessons will include lots of questions with idioms and phrasal verbs as well as C1 and C2 vocabulary. You'll get a chance to use real English in interesting and fun conversations.

Speaking Focused Classes

If you need currently need English for your job, or if you need it for your future career,  business English classes could be the best approach. They will prepare you for a wide range of business situations including interviews, presentations, negotiations, team meetings, sales meetings and much more. I'll guide you through a range of materials, appropriate for your level, that include audios, authentic business texts, role-plays, case studies, useful vocabulary and grammar, all with a focus on business language and contexts.

Business English classes are ideal for people who want to improve all 4 English skills - speaking, listening, reading and writing, while also becoming familiar with the more formal vocabulary often used at work. All classes have a structure, with activities and materials to help you gain the most from your time.

During each class I'll give you spoken feedback as well provide written class notes. This type of class is a great way to improve your English while also preparing to use it in a business context.

Business English Classes

CELTA teaching certificate.  120 hour course for training TEFL teachers.

I taught English online from 2012, primarily through the platform Buddyschool.com.  I taught several thousand classes through this platform before it was eventually shut down.

I gave Business English classes to groups and individuals within several multinational companies based in the city. In addition, I gave general English classes at the language institute.

I managed a team in the Vehicle Acquisition Department in the EU HQ of Enterprise Rent-A-Car. We handled various accounting and IT analytical processes for the UK, Ireland and Germany subsidiaries of the company.

I worked in the Vehicle Acquisition department at the European headquarters for this large multinational rental car company, in an analyst role. This involved managing data for the rental fleet and providing reports on it, including the current fleet make-up, upcoming vehicle purchases and retirements, and rebate programmes.

I joined this multinational rental car company in their graduate management trainee programme. This was a fast track programme leading to the management of rental car branches as well as other opportunities within the company.

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This course covered the key elements involved in teaching Business English including the following: 
* Needs Analysis
* Selecting and Developing Materials
* Teaching Business Speaking Skills
* Teaching Business Writing Skills
* Intercultural Training
* Teaching English for Specific Purposes

This was a 30 hour teaching IELTS preparation course. It included 7 modules with the following subject areas: 1. Introduction to IELTS, 2. Teaching Listening for IELTS, 3. Teaching Reading for IELTS, 4. Teaching Writing for IELTS, 5. Teaching Speaking for IELTS, 6. Teaching Vocabulary for IELTS , 7. Possible Challenges.