Leslie Mac Callum
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Leslie Mac Callum
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
Specialties
KidsTest PreparationCertified and experienced ESL kids. IELTS certified and experienced Cambridge and TOEFL teacher.
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Afrikaans
Specialties
KidsTest PreparationCertified and experienced ESL kids. IELTS certified and experienced Cambridge and TOEFL teacher.
From South AfricaLiving in Cape Town, South Africa (06:15 UTC+02:00)
About Me
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🌟 Native English speaker from South Africa.
🌟 Qualified and TEFL-certified teacher.
🌟 Years of classroom and online experience.
🌟 Certified IELTS, Cambridge, and TOEFL experience.
🌟 Author of a TOEFL course for teachers
🌟 A passionate teacher who loves teaching kids and adults.Me as a Teacher
⭐I am a highly experienced teacher of young children, teenagers, and adults.
⭐My goal is to create interactive, exciting lessons.
⭐I love to build my student's self-confidence.
⭐I am very patient and supportive.
⭐I prepare thoroughly for each lesson.
⭐I will do my utmost to help you or your children achieve your goals.My lessons & teaching style
I strive to:
📚 Cover all 4 aspects of learning a language; with the focus on conversation.
📚 Instill a love of learning English.
📚 Build the student's self-confidence.
📚 Have interactive, relaxed lessons.
My materials:
📝 I source a variety of materials according to the student's age, ability, and goals.
📝 I attempt to use different media eg videos, pictures, news articles, or music.
📝 We will discuss whether you would like homework or not. (Especially for test preparation students)My teaching material
- PDF file
- Flashcards
- Image files
- Articles and news
- Graphs and charts
- Text Documents
- Test templates and examples
- Audio files
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Video files
- Quizzes
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
TEFL - eTefl online - 2019
Certificate verified
IELTS - Global TEFL UK - 2019IELTS certificate
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
1985 - 2019
Teacher and Head of Department
2020 - Current
Online teacher
Education
1985 - 2024
Bachelor’s - Classroom and Online teaching
1982 - 1984
Bachelor’s - Educational DidacticsA Diploma in education underwritten by the University of Port Elizabeth
Work Experience
1985 - 1990
Grade 2 teacher
1990 - 1997
Grade 2 and 3 teacherDuring this period I taught many children who could speak very little English. Most of them had a very limited English vocabulary.
1998 - 2001
Grade 1 teacher
2002 - 2009
Grade 1, 2 and 3 teacher. Head of GradeDuring this period I was involved in Curriculum Development and lesson plans; particularly for children whose first language is not English.
2010 - 2013
Head of Foundation PhaseI was Head of Foundation Phase so I assisted in curriculum development. There were many aspects in the phase that I was responsible for.
2014 - 2015
Temporary position Grade 3
2015 - 2019
Grade 1 and 2 teacher
2019 - 2024
Online teacherFor the past 4 years, I have been teaching English to children and adults; of all ages and all abilities. I have been specializing in test preparation, including IELTS, TOEFL and Cambridge.
5.0
Rating
220
Students
4,156
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
45 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
Conversation
A1 - C2Language Essentials1,113 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 10% off
IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge or TOEIC
A1 - C2Test Preparation866 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 11% off
Lessons for children and teenagers
A1 - C2Language Essentials11 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
Package with 5% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
124 Reviews
Hilâl
4 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I took several speaking and writing courses for IELTS from Leslie. I can definitely say that I felt a real progress during our meetings from the first one to the last lesson. She is an expert to create a reassuring studying atmosphere. If you are looking for a tutor who has positive and supportive all the time, Leslie is one of the best options in here.
May 2, 2023
M...
3 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Thanks so much for the supportive and motivating lessons. I can definitely see a difference in my speaking skills and self-confidence, which is the most essential aspect in achieving goals.
Aug 7, 2020
Veronika
20 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Leslie is very supportive and helpful teacher! Even when I forget a word or I can’t read right, she always here to help! The lesson with her is great!
Jul 7, 2020
lyle
41 English lessons
good
May 20, 2024
lyle
41 English lessons
Leslie Is the child's favorite teacher, warm and kind, always encourage children.
May 18, 2024
lyle
41 English lessons
good
May 11, 2024
Trial Lesson
USD 8.00
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