Jonathan
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Jonathan
Community Tutor![]()
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Chinese (Mandarin)
Specialties
Test PreparationBusinessConversation practice, Business English, Exam Prep (IELTS, TOEFL) with a patient, friendly tutor!
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Chinese (Mandarin)
Specialties
Test PreparationBusinessConversation practice, Business English, Exam Prep (IELTS, TOEFL) with a patient, friendly tutor!
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From United KingdomLiving in Leeds, United Kingdom (05:15 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Sep 24, 2018InterestsTravelBusiness & FinanceSports & FitnessTechMusic
Hi! I’m a UK native with a background in finance (Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan, Bank of America). I also spent over five years in China studying Mandarin, so I truly understand the ups and downs of learning a language.
I’m TEFL-qualified with additional certificates in Business English and Exam Preparation. I've successfully helped many adult learners improve their speaking skills, pass job interviews and tests (IELTS), and build confidence using English in everyday and professional situations.
I’m known for being patient and supportive, always keeping lessons relaxed and enjoyable. Outside of teaching, I love spicy food, hiking, cycling and travelling.
Adults only – no children, sorry!Me as a Teacher
I'll support you by correcting your grammar and pronunciation, and teaching you natural, native vocabulary, phrases and idioms. Whether it's general speaking, Business English or preparing for tests like IELTS, I've got you covered!
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 to see what my existing students say.
I believe learning should be enjoyable and that everyone is different. I'll help you build your confidence in a personalised way 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.My teaching material
- Articles and news
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Exam Preparation - Advanced Certificate - TEFL - 202440-Hour Exam Preparation Course
Teaching Business English - Advanced Certificate - TEFL - 202430-hour Teaching Business English course
Teaching experience
2024 - Current
Language AssistantAssisting in MA Conference Interpreting and Translation Studies classes, specifically Chinese-English and English-Chinese.
Education
2024 - 2025
Other - Teaching English as a Foreign Language200-Hour Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
5.0
Rating
1,193
Students
7,384
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
763 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
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 - C2Conversation4,376 lessons completed
USD 23.70+
Package with 14% off
Business English (job interviews, CVs and cover letters, negotiating, networking, presenting and more)
B1 - C2Business891 lessons completed
USD 23.70+
Package with 14% off
Test preparation (IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC and other exams)
B1 - C2Test Preparation64 lessons completed
USD 23.70+
Package with 14% off
Freeform language class (grammar, vocabulary, expressions etc.)
B1 - C2Language Essentials17 lessons completed
USD 23.70+
Package with 14% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Vocabulary (5)
Quiz (21)
1,263 Reviews
Klimar D’Pinho
22 English lessons
“Jonathan really knows how to keep the class engaging and makes every enjoyable !
Jun 15, 2025
Swintleton
2 English lessons
Today, we had a productive conversation on general topics like culture, work, and hobbies.
For anyone looking to practice general English conversation, I would definitely recommend Jonathan.
Jun 5, 2025
Giuseppe
136 English lessons
Today we discussed an article about global IQ decline and the rise of AI-assisted thinking.
Thanks a lot Jon!
Jun 4, 2025
Giuseppe
136 English lessons
Today we discussed an article titled "Trump-Musk row heightens fears over NASA budget cuts."
Thanks a lot, Jon!
Jun 11, 2025
Klimar D’Pinho
22 English lessons
Jonathan always uses effective and outstanding techniques in delivering the lessons.
Jun 5, 2025
Klimar D’Pinho
22 English lessons
The lesson was great, as always!
May 19, 2025
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