Susan Gunn
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Susan Gunn
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Other
Specialties
BusinessTest PreparationQualified teacher with over 25 years experience, specialising in exams and business communication.
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Other
Specialties
BusinessTest PreparationQualified teacher with over 25 years experience, specialising in exams and business communication.
From United KingdomLiving in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain (18:28 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 18, 2020Interest topicTravelBusiness & FinanceFoodMusicFilms & TV Series
I'm from the United Kingdom but have been living in Jerez de la Frontera in Spain for the past three years. I live here with my husband and my two daughters are studying Politics and Psychology at universities in the UK. I have lived in several different countries including Portugal, Turkey and Malaysia. My favourite hobbies are swimming, watching movies and socialising with my friends and family.Me as a Teacher
I've been an English language teacher since 1994 and have taught all ages and levels. I have worked with a variety of organisations such as the British Council and International House. As well as teaching general English I have experience in teaching the following
- Exam Preparation for the Cambridge exams, e.g. FCE, CAE, BEC and IELTS
- Business Communication Skills, e.g. negotiating, making presentations and writing reports.
- Academic English - e.g. essay writing, dissertation skills and participation in seminars.
- English for work - custom designed courses, e.g. for doctors or lawyers.
- Conversation - improve your pronunciation and learn language for everyday situations.My lessons & teaching style
My lessons are based on what you want to learn and are interactive and communicative. If you want to use a coursebook, we can, or I can design lessons specifically for you. I use a wide variety of authentic English materials, such as newspapers, blogs, videos and songs to introduce grammar and vocabulary and improve your listening and speaking skills.
I provide clear explanations of grammar and vocabulary with examples and provide you with practice through exercises, games and other activities.
I also encourage you to study outside the classroom and provide you with the resources to do this.
I am a friendly, patient and supportive teacher.Certificates
Industry experience - Ten Idiomas - 2020I worked with Ten Idiomas teaching test and exam preparation and am attaching a letter from the Director of Studies.
Certificate verified
B.A. Business Administration - University of Abertay - 2005
Certificate verified
DTEFLA - University of Cambridge - 1997Now known as DELTA
Certificate verified
CTEFLA - University of Cambridge - 1994Now known as CELTA
Certificate verified
Education
1979 - 1983
Master's - Modern History and PhilosophyI graduated with honours in Modern History and Philosophy and also have a year 2 pass in English.
Work Experience
2018 - 2020
English Language Teacher/TrainerTo provide general English Language Teaching and prepare students for Young Learners exams, KET, PET, FCE and CAE.
To prepare English language teachers for the TKT
2014 - 2017
Director of Studies/Owner-To prepare students for the Cambridge suite of exams and IELTS
-To teach general English
- To design courses and teach business communication skills
-To teach English for specific purposes e.g. doctors and pilots
2007 - 2014
Equality and Diversity Team Leader• To develop equality and diversity strategy within Dundee City Council
• To advise council departments on equality and diversity issues
• To provide equality and diversity training to employees
• To represent Dundee City Council on external bodies in relation to equality and diversity issues
• To engage in Partnership activities aimed at improving equality and diversity in Dundee
• To manage Dundee Translation and Interpreting Service and Access to Learning Project
2002 - 2004
Teaching Fellow• To teach academic English to the pre-sessional undergraduate programme
• To teach IELTS preparation classes and study skills
• Design of syllabus and supplementary materials for Post Graduate Foundation course
• Responsibility for co-ordination of resources within ELT division
2000 - 2002
English Language Teacher• To teach General English classes to adults at all levels and to Young Learners aged 7-16 at all levels. This included design of supplementary materials for use with class readers.
• To teach Business English classes to adults including preparation for the BEC suite of exams. This also included the syllabus design and organisation of materials for the BEC2 course.
• To teach study skills to young adults including preparation for IELTS exams.
• FCE and CAE oral examiner
1998 - 2000
English Language Teacher/trainer• To teach General English classes to adults at Upper Intermediate and Advanced levels and to Young Learners aged 5-16 from beginner to Upper Intermediate levels.
• To design and deliver training courses to Portuguese teachers of English in State schools
• To provide front line support for teachers in the use of computers for administrative and classroom purposes.
• F.C.E. Oral examiner.
• To design the syllabus of FCE and CAE classes and appropriate supplementary materials
1994 - 1998
English Language teacher/trainer• To design, implement and evaluate the teacher training programme, including running weekly teacher development sessions.
• To co-ordinate the school observation programme; observe and
provide feedback to teachers.
• To teach General English at all levels and young learners ages 12-14
• To design assessment tools, conduct entrance tests and contribute to supplementary material files.
1992 - 1994
Community Education Worker• To provide Youth Work, Adult Education and Community Development
Services to Newburgh District.
• To manage Tayside Institute Community Centre and Ladybank Youth Club.
• To provide training, support and supervision to staff
1987 - 1992
Community Education Worker• To provide advice, training and support to community groups and businesses.
• To give training, support and assess Social Work students.
1984 - 1987
Advice worker/Centre Manager• To manage the Centre and its staff.
• To publicise the work of the Centre.
• To develop and deliver training in advice related fields.
5.0
Rating
27
Students
541
Lessons
100%
Attendance
100%
Response
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
12 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Business Communication
B2 - C2Business76 lessons completed
USD 35.00
Package with 8% off
PET, FCE, CAE and CPE
B1 - C2Test Preparation74 lessons completed
USD 35.00
Package with 8% off
IELTS preparation
B1 - C2Test Preparation15 lessons completed
USD 35.00
Package with 8% off
BEC B2 Business Vantage and BEC C1 Business Higher Preparation
B2 - C1Test Preparation163 lessons completed
USD 35.00
Package with 8% off
Promotional offer
C1Language Essentials128 lessons completed
USD 25.00
Availability
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19 Reviews
Barbara
6 English lessons
She is an exceptional teacher. Well structured lessons, an engaging method and impeccable dedication. If i could give more than 5 stars, i definitely would.
Oct 2, 2024
M. Ch.
1 English lesson
It was an interesting and effective lesson - with a very nice and flexible teacher.
Apr 17, 2023
italki399855
26 English lessons
Another great lesson with my beloved teacher!
I am happy to continue our classes next year!❤️
Dec 22, 2022
Maria Meshcheryakova
66 English lessons
My English level has been increased with Susan. Now I can express myself and talk quite fluent without any preparation. I’ve just started my master’s at the university in English language and feel myself confident.
Thank you, Susan!
Oct 10, 2022
Vladislava Koulakova
53 English lessons
The best teacher ever !!!!!
Sep 12, 2022
italki399855
26 English lessons
Each lesson is interesting!
Jul 22, 2022
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