After graduating in Economics in the UK, I worked in finance in London for firms such as Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan and Bank of America, until moving to China in early 2017. There I studied Chinese in sunny Kunming, Yunnan before moving back to the UK five and a half years later in late 2022. I love China, and learning Mandarin has been one of the most rewarding things I've done. I love eating delicious food, and keeping fit by running, cycling and hiking. I also really enjoy travelling and have already been to many places in China.
***Please note: Sorry, but I don't offer classes for kids***
My creations
Me as a Teacher
I'll support you by correcting your grammar and pronunciation, and teaching you really useful vocabulary, phrases and idioms. Whether it's general speaking, business English or test preparation, I've got you!
I am a patient, friendly and supportive teacher, so if you feel anxious about speaking English, especially with native speakers, don’t worry! I’m certain you will feel comfortable talking with me - just check my feedback for some comments from existing students.
I believe learning should be enjoyable, and I will help you build your confidence so you can use your English skills effectively out there in the real world.
My lessons & teaching style
I offer four class types:
1. Intermediate to advanced level conversation practice.
I can help you by correcting mistakes, suggesting new phrases, vocabulary and idioms, and helping you improve your pronunciation or British accent.
2. Business English classes
From CVs, cover letters and interviews to networking, negotiating and presenting, I can help you to get ahead in an English business environment.
3. Test preparation classes
I can help you prepare for IELTS, TOEFL and other English tests, and have helped many students achieve their goals.
4. Language essentials / freeform class
We can dive into grammar, vocabulary, idioms and phrases, or work on anything else you need help with.
Teaching Business English - Advanced Certificate - TEFL - 202430-hour Teaching Business English course
Teaching experience
2024 - Current
Language AssistantUniversity of Leeds - Leeds, United KingdomAssisting in MA Conference Interpreting and Translation Studies classes, specifically Chinese-English and English-Chinese.
Education
2024 - 2025
Other - Teaching English as a Foreign LanguageTEFL200-Hour Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
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1,175
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100%
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Students
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English Lessons
Trial Lesson
749 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Conversation practice (receive feedback on your grammar and pronunciation and learn new words, expressions, phrasal verbs and idioms that native speakers use in real life)
B1 - C2Conversation4,328 lessons completed
USD 26.00+
Package with 14% off
Business English (job interviews, CVs and cover letters, negotiating, networking, presenting and more)
B1 - C2Business875 lessons completed
USD 26.00+
Package with 14% off
Test preparation (IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC and other exams)
B1 - C2Test Preparation37 lessons completed
USD 26.00+
Package with 14% off
Freeform language class (grammar, vocabulary, expressions etc.)
B1 - C2Language Essentials11 lessons completed
USD 26.00+
Package with 14% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Vocabulary (5)
Quiz (20)
1,248 Reviews
Giuseppe
131 English lessons
Today we talked of an article about "The Future Circular Collider". Thank a lot jon!
Apr 25, 2025
Giuseppe
131 English lessons
Today we talked about an article on a new theory of "multiple dimensions of time."
Thanks a lot, Jon
Apr 16, 2025
Klimar D’Pinho
17 English lessons
Jonathan is very flexible regarding to the Teaching Toolbox. That’s make it easier, effective and enjoyable to learn and enhances my English level.
Thanks Jonathan ❗️
Apr 3, 2025
italki440817
2 English lessons
So good! Helping me to prepare my business meeting
Apr 24, 2025
Klimar D’Pinho
17 English lessons
The lessons with Jonathan, it is always very interesting and enjoyable.
Apr 10, 2025
Klimar D’Pinho
17 English lessons
The lessons with Jonathan it is very enjoyable, like always!
Great job Jonathan,
Thanks❗️