English teacher James Shepherd

James Shepherd

Community Tutor
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Certified TEFL English teacher with over 5000 classes taught online
From United KingdomLiving in Manizales, Colombia (22:17 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Dec 24, 2019
InterestsSports & FitnessTravelPets & Animals
Hello. My name is James and I am a TEFL certified English language teacher from England. I lived in London for 14 years and I have recently moved to Manizales, Colombia. My hobbies are Sports, Music, Travel and History. My wife is Colombian and I speak Spanish. Having learnt another language I know that at times it can be difficult, I will help you to overcome these difficulties and continue your progress.
5.0
Rating
667
Students
5645
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate

English Lessons

Trial Lesson
304 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
Conversation Practice
A2 -  C2

Conversation

4,690 lessons completed
USD 8.50+
Package with 13% off
Pronunciation/Reading
B1 -  C2

Language Essentials

500 lessons completed
USD 8.50+
Package with 11% off
IELTS Speaking practice
B1 -  C2

Language Essentials

151 lessons completed
USD 9.00+
Package with 13% off

Availability

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298 Reviews

Student Waldek
Waldek
183 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
James is awesome to talk to about pretty much anything. I’ve had loads of lessons with him, and I’ve always been satisfied with how they went. He’s easy to talk to, really engaging, and I’d totally recommend him to anyone.
Dec 18, 2024
Student Andrey
Andrey
56 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I just finished another lesson with James, and, as always, it exceeded my expectations. Thanks to the lessons I've had so far, I could significantly decrease the number of mistakes I used to make, as James always points them out and gives me clear explanations about what is wrong. Apart from that, we always chat about different topics that help me enrich my vocabulary.
Jan 31, 2024
Student Kristin Zheng
Kristin Zheng
16 English lessons
An amazing teacher!
Jan 28, 2025
Student Natalya Shybeka
Natalya Shybeka
252 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Highly Recommended Teacher! I’ve been learning with James for over two years now, and it has been an incredible journey. His lessons are always well-prepared and conducted in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. James has a talent for tailoring materials to my goals and language level, making each session highly effective. What I appreciate the most: Flexibility: James adjusts the lessons to match my needs, whether it's conversational practice, grammar improvement, or professional vocabulary. Positive Approach: He’s incredibly encouraging, which makes learning enjoyable and motivates me to keep improving. Professionalism: Everything is explained clearly, with helpful examples and detailed breakdowns of complex topics. Thanks to James, I’ve made noticeable progress in my English skills and gained more confidence in speaking. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their English!
Nov 21, 2024
Student AntonioMancera
AntonioMancera
1 English lesson
James is a great teacher, kind polite who mades you feel confortable
Feb 25, 2025
Student Jadwiga
Jadwiga
4 English lessons
James is a very nice teacher, he corrects me when I say things wrong. I believe he will be able to help me to achieve my goal. I highly recommend him.
Jan 2, 2025
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