Richard
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Richard
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
French
Experienced British Teacher with Qualified Teacher Status for UK schools
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
French
Experienced British Teacher with Qualified Teacher Status for UK schools
From United KingdomLiving in Birmingham, United Kingdom (05:38 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Feb 15, 2022Interest topicMusicSports & FitnessFood
I really enjoy writing short stories and poetry. I have also worked as a teacher of English in schools. Now, I live in France where I specialise in teaching English to non-native English speakers. I'm a warm, fun, kind, welcoming, encouraging and patient person. I'm very interested in music, politics, philosophy, comedy, sports and meeting new people. have a lot of experience teaching, and I pride myself on being able to make people feel comfortable in my presence. Please do not hesitate to ask me anything.Me as a Teacher
I am a fully qualified teacher.
I can focus on exam preparation, career development or building fluency.
I graduated with a BSc in Psychology before then obtaining a MSc in Cognitive Robotics. Later, I earned a PGCE with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and have taught English and Maths in UK schools for about 5 years.
I have taught over 100 non-native English speakers in the past year.
I have experience teaching for many different exams from GCSE English to Cambridge English Certificate tests (proficiency, advanced, intermediate, beginner).My lessons & teaching style
I like to keep things upbeat and entertaining because I recognise that both sustaining the motivation to learn and building consistency through regular lessons are key elements when acquiring a language. I am, however, also very sensitive to the needs of the individual, and I aim to build confidence in the most effective way possible, which at times can require a gentler and more structured approach. Essentially, I adapt my style to meet the demands of the learner, and I try to ensure that they are the stars of the lesson. My vast knowledge of the language means that I am highly confident in my ability to give thorough explanations when required.My teaching material
- Video files
- Quizzes
- Articles and news
- Image files
- Audio files
- Flashcards
- Presentation slides/PPT
- PDF file
- Text Documents
Certificates
TESOL/TEFL - World TESOL Academy - 2022
Certificate verified
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (with QTS) - THE UNIVERSITY OF BUCKINGHAM - 2018This is the certificate that you must acquire if you want to teach in English schools as a fully qualified teacher.
Certificate verified
A letter that came with my AGA GCSE certificate - AQA - 2007I just wanted to verify that my claim of a top 5 mark in my English exams was an honest one.
Certificate verified
5.0
Rating
110
Students
1,046
Lessons
99%
Attendance
99%
Response
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
72 lessons completed
USD 9.77+
ONLY FOR MEMBERS OF ENGLISH CLUB: Children (not new students)
A1 - C2Language Essentials497 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 3% off
ONY FOR MEMBERS OF ENGLISH CLUB: Adult (not new students)
A2 - C2Language Essentials453 lessons completed
USD 15.50+
Package with 6% off
New students and non club members (ADULT) - Your friendly, approachable teacher for any need. General - Everyday - Professional - Interviews
A1 - C2Language Essentials23 lessons completed
USD 16.50+
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71 Reviews
Rebecca
45 English lessons
Thank you!
Mar 15, 2024
Pixie🍀
1 English lesson
老师很有趣而且很有耐心！我英语基础很差就一点一点翻译过来教我怎么说日常使用用语，还会及时给我鼓励！课堂节奏很好，特别特别喜欢上课哈哈哈
Dec 6, 2023
Joanna Zidan
177 English lessons
I’ve been studying with Richard for quite some time now, and I am absolutely delighted to say that he is not only an exceptional teacher with a vast array of exemplary teaching methods tailored to different levels, but also a remarkable conversationalist.
Right From the very outset, Richard has setup a friendly and supportive atmosphere where I initially started with a roughly estimated A2 level, and I am now comfortably positioned at a C1 level.
While my initial goal was to excel in the IELTS examination, Richard’s approach equipped me to discuss intricate matters that encompass various domains.
He is an excellent listener, pay attention to detail, maintains a patient demeanor, and consistently provides invaluable , well- documented feedback.
In summary, I wholeheartedly recommend Richard to anyone in search of an outstanding tutor, a captivating conversationalist, and a kind-hearted individual.
Oct 9, 2023
Ester Gladyshev
24 English lessons
I love the insight, understanding and although he is British he has a real sense of humour😉
He knows what he's doing
Oct 3, 2023
cassie and caley
12 English lessons
好幸运遇见你!
Sep 13, 2023
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