Gareth Todd

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Gareth Todd

Professional Teacher

Teaches

English

Native

Speaks

French

Indonesian

Spanish

Other

Specialties

Business

Kids

Test Preparation

Certified English Teacher Providing a Variety of Classes - Proficient in IELTS and CAE Exam Prep

Teaches

English

Native

Speaks

French

Indonesian

Spanish

Other

Specialties

Business

Kids

Test Preparation

Certified English Teacher Providing a Variety of Classes - Proficient in IELTS and CAE Exam Prep

About Me

Me as a Teacher

My lessons & teaching style

Resume

From United KingdomLiving in Banda Aceh, Indonesia (05:14 UTC+08:00)

About Me

italki teacher since Oct 8, 2021

InterestsScienceEnvironment & NatureReadingHistoryBusiness & Finance

Hi, I am from Cambridgeshire, England, and I was previously based in France for 16 years. In higher education I studied graphic design and photography. In France, I was working as a marine engineer on a sailing yacht. Today I live in Bali, Indonesia for more than 5 years. I have always had to learn new languages and adapt to a new country since leaving my home country. So therefore, I have my own learning methods, which I can relay to my students.

Me as a Teacher

I have completed a TESOL 120-hour course that is certified to teach English internationally. I believe listening and speaking are the best exercises. We always try to imitate others to improve our skills, whether in sports, the arts, or languages. From my own experience, mastering conversation has helped me progress in a new language by raising my confidence to articulate words correctly through trial and error. My experience covers all ages, from 5-year-olds and up.

My lessons & teaching style

My teaching style is very relaxed. I am extremely patient, and I speak slowly and clearly. In the classes conversation is the primary exercise follwed by an article read aloud, as it's a great way to learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation. Corrections are given in the message box, along with suggestions for grammar study based on your mistakes. You will have access to unlimited study materials, and feedback is provided. As finance and economics have always been an interest of mine, I am at ease conversing with and assisting students on business topics. I have solid experience helping students prepare for up-and-coming exams for IELTS and CAE with proven results.

My teaching material

PDF file
Text Documents
Presentation slides/PPT
Audio files
Image files
Video files
Flashcards
Articles and news
Quizzes
Test templates and examples
Graphs and charts
Homework Assignments

Certificates

120 hr TESOL Certificate - INTL Open Academy - 2021

Certificate verified

120 Hour TESOL Certificate Course - International Open Academy - 2021

Certificate verified

Teaching experience

2021 - Current

English TutotItalki - Indonesia

Education

1997 - 1999

Bachelor’s - Graphic Design and PhotographyStamford College

5.0

Rating

783

Students

3,499

Lessons

100%

Attendance rate

100%

Response rate

5.0

Rating

783

Students

3499

Lessons

100%

Attendance rate

100%

Response rate

English Lessons

Trial Lesson

358 lessons completed

USD 9.00+

Improve your proficiency in spoken English, with particular emphasis on conversational skills. By adopting a gradual and systematic approach.

A2 - C2

Conversation

1,481 lessons completed

USD 12.00+

Package with 9% off

Preparation for IELTS and CAE English exams

B1 - C2

Test Preparation

551 lessons completed

USD 15.00

Package with 9% off

Kids English Classes

B1 - C2

Kids

780 lessons completed

USD 13.00+

Package with 9% off

Business

B1 - C2

Business

300 lessons completed

USD 13.00+

Package with 9% off

Beginners English - Take a class and start your journey to learn English

A1 - A2

Language Essentials

23 lessons completed

USD 13.00+

Package with 9% off

Availability

Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)

208 Reviews

Johana Horka

7 English lessons

Teacher’s pick

The lessons with Gareth were very helpful in my preparation for the Cambridge CAE exam. He helped me significantly with all parts, corrected my essays, listened carefully when I practiced my speaking and at the end of each lesson he sent me notes, along with new words and mistakes I made so that I could learn from them. I was confident while taking the exam and I passed it. I would highly recommend Gareth to other students if you are looking for a teacher who will provide you with quality preparation and assistance.

May 5, 2024

Cindy

6 English lessons

Teacher’s pick

He is really friendly and also find different topics to broaden student's horizens. I also got 7.0 for speaking of IELTS after having lessons with him. Additionally, what he suggested me use in speaking is so useful in speaking tests. Highly recommanded.

Jun 20, 2023