Alan
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Alan
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English
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)
Engaging English Conversation Lessons to Boost Fluency & Confidence
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Chinese (Mandarin)
Engaging English Conversation Lessons to Boost Fluency & Confidence
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
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From United KingdomLiving in Perth, Australia (16:29 UTC+08:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Nov 2, 2016InterestsBusiness & FinanceReadingMusicTravelTech
Hi, I’m Alan, a CELTA-qualified English teacher from the UK with 20 years of experience. I love helping students become more confident and fluent in English, whether it’s chatting about everyday topics, current affairs, or hobbies. Outside of teaching, I enjoy reading, swimming, and walking my dog. I’ve traveled widely, but now I’m settled and enjoying married life. I enjoy discussing a wide range of topics, such as politics, economics, football, music, and books—and I’d love to hear about what interests you too.Me as a Teacher
In my lessons, I focus on creating a relaxed, enjoyable environment where you can feel comfortable speaking and improving your English. Conversation is a key part of language learning, and I believe it’s the best way to build fluency and confidence, so we’ll focus on topics that are interesting and relevant to you.
Beyond conversation, I’ll help you refine your vocabulary, improve your pronunciation, and tackle any other areas of English you may need—whether for everyday use or more structured aspects of English that you may need in everyday or professional settings. With my support, you’ll become more confident in social situations and feel more natural when using English in various contextMy lessons & teaching style
My lessons are highly interactive and always designed to meet your specific needs. Here’s what we can focus on:
Practicing everyday conversations (e.g., small talk, travel, socializing)
Discussing current events, news, or pop culture
Improving pronunciation and accent
Expanding vocabulary and expressions
Developing confidence in speaking
I’ll encourage you to express yourself freely, and I’ll always give you constructive feedback to help you improve. The more we focus on topics that excite and interest you, the faster your fluency will grow—and I’ll make sure the lessons are both enjoyable and rewarding. Ready to have a great conversation? Let’s get started!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
CELTA - University of Cambridge - 2005CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
Certificate verified
Education
1977 - 1980
Bachelor’s - Electrical Engineering
Work Experience
2004 - 2014
Principle English TeacherTeaching English, pronunciation, fluency and methodology to Chinese English Teachers from Sichuan, Guizhou and Yunnan.
2004 - 2014
English TeacherTeaching English to kids using fun and games to teach them basic English phrases and vocabulary.
2010 - 2014
English TeacherTeaching Business English one-on-one and classes in and around Chengdu. Companies include PetroChina, BMW, IBM, Maersk, RCA, TE Measurement and more. Also Hotel English to various hotels in Chengdu.
5.0
Rating
537
Students
3,216
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
289 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
Conversation English with grammar, pronunciation and fluency
B1 - C2Conversation1,139 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 11% off
Informal Tutoring
B1 - C2Language Essentials50 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 11% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
527 Reviews
Gloria
16 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Las clases de Alan son geniales. Ya con la clase de prueba me quedé maravillada, pero desde luego con la primera clase ha superado mis expectativas. Alan no sólo es muy agradable, también lo tiene todo preparadísimo y no escatima en tiempo. Lo recomiendo al 100%.
May 13, 2021
Eugenio
3 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Alan is a fantastic teacher! I need help to improve both speaking and writing because I want to take the CAE as soon as I can. While I was searching for a teacher on Italki I luckily found somebody who is patient, adaptable and professional. His lessons are effective and goal-driven. He is keen to hear what your problems with English are and to develop a personalised plan of action to solve all of them, one by one. Highly recommended!!!
May 11, 2021
Yuki Tanaka
6 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
If you are looking for IELTS speaking practice, Alan is perfectly suited for it. I had intensive practice (for now 5 classes) with him and in each class, I've learned something new. He also gives you feedback about your performance, points out your weaknesses, and how to overcome them. I highly recommend him!
Nov 26, 2020
alejandrocastaneda
8 English lessons
Alan is an exceptional teacher, He is always disposed to teach and help, He is very kind and patient. The class adjust to you level. I recommend his clasess.
Sep 16, 2024
alejandrocastaneda
8 English lessons
Highly recommended
Sep 11, 2024
alejandrocastaneda
8 English lessons
Alan is an excellent teacher. He is always attentive and explains any questions thoroughly. He corrects my mistakes and makes the material easier to understand.
Sep 4, 2024
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