Cathal Bollard
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Cathal Bollard
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Chinese (Mandarin)
Specialties
BusinessQualified TEFL and International School Teacher
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Chinese (Mandarin)
Specialties
BusinessQualified TEFL and International School Teacher
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume
From IrelandLiving in Bratislava, Slovakia (19:41 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 6, 2024InterestsBusiness & FinanceTechSports & FitnessTravelHistory
Hello there, I am Cathal (Ca - hol) I have been been a full time teacher for the last 3 years, teaching in Thailand and Europe. I am from Dublin, Ireland (native English speaker)
I have a background in International Business and Chinese and language and also graduated from University of Nottingham with PGCE International. I hold a TEFL 168 hour qualification as well as a Business English Teaching Certificate.
In my free time I like to play sports, particularly basketball and football, go to the gym and spend some time with my friends. I am a Chelsea fan and my favourite player is Cole Palmer.Me as a Teacher
I am a teacher at The British International School Bratislava (Nord Anglia) and I teach iGCSE Business Studies, TOK IBDP, and Geography and History. Everyday I create a positive learning atmosphere in my classroom. I am young and have lots of energy and love to use technology in my lessons when i can, as i believe it really helps students with their learning.My lessons & teaching style
I specialise in many different areas including
-IELTS Exam
-Business English for adults including CV writing and interview prep -General vocabulary and speaking skills for adults and children
All learning materials will be provided to you by PDF.
(I use Barron's learning materials for IELTS exam and English vocabulary learning, the most recognised IELTS learning materials in the world)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
Business English Cert - The TEFL Academy Dublin - 2021
Certificate verified
168 hour TEFL course - The TEFL Academy Dublin - 2020
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2021 - 2022
Intensive English Teacher
2023 - 2024
Primary English Teacher
2024 - Current
Business Studies and Economics Teacher
Education
2021 - 2022
Master's - PGCE
2016 - 2020
Bachelor’s - Chinese & International Business4 years study at TU Dublin
Also included 1 semester study in Taizhong, Taiwan
Work Experience
2023 - 2024
Business Studies and Economics Tutor
5.0
Rating
6
Students
70
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
4 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
English IELTS Exam Prep
B1 - C2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 21.00
Package with 4% off
Interview prep class
A2 - C1Business10 lessons completed
USD 21.00
Package with 4% off
Small talk and vocabulary class
A1 - B1Business17 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 4% off
Business English Lessons
A1 - C1Business4 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 4% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
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Vocabulary (5)
5 Reviews
Katarína Hlbck
8 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Cathal is always well prepared for the class. He doesn´t just rely on textbooks - he uses a variety of resources.
Oct 14, 2024
Tim
9 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Cathal is a great teacher! His materials are well chosen and it's really a lot of fun! I can only recommend him!
Sep 27, 2024
Zion Liu
46 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have learned about different cultures and way of thinking.
Aug 29, 2024
Tim
9 English lessons
Cathal is a great teacher! Today I had my 9th lesson. Its still fun and the conversations are very helpfull!
Nov 21, 2024
Zion Liu
46 English lessons
Very patient and responsible
Aug 28, 2024
Trial Lesson
USD 5.00
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