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Tom G - Adults/Kids
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Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
British Accent • Certified Teacher (Trinity Cert TESOL) • Can Help Increase Confidence
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
British Accent • Certified Teacher (Trinity Cert TESOL) • Can Help Increase Confidence
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
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From United KingdomLiving in Other, Panama (01:39 UTC-05:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jul 7, 2021InterestsPets & AnimalsFoodTravelMedical & HealthcareMusic
I'm Tom from England (the United Kingdom), and I'm currently spending time in Panamá (Central America). I've been teaching English as a foreign language since 2006. I've worked full-time in colleges in England teaching group classes and one-to-one (from 2006 to 2017), and I've been teaching online since 2017.
I can help you or your child gain confidence when speaking English, and to learn more grammar and vocabulary. I have lots of experience to help you!
I have 3 teaching diplomas including CertTESOL (Trinity College London). I have a bachelor's degree (BSc Hons), and I'm learning Spanish (also on italki); so I understand what it's like to learn another language.Me as a Teacher
💼 I'm a qualified teacher with 18 years of experience.
📢 I have teaching qualifications & a degree. I've given presentations at conferences about teaching & delivered training.
👂🏻 My English accent is neutral & easy to understand.
👀 I teach adults & children of all abilities. I prefer not to teach younger than 7 years old online.
👏 I am a patient & supportive tutor.
In general, my lessons focus on helping you to practise speaking. I'm skilful at helping you to develop confidence and improve your accuracy and fluency. I can also help you with specific skills, test preparation, presentations, or any of your English language needs!My lessons & teaching style
My lessons are interactive, and I help you to speak as much as possible! I have a patient and calm teaching style. I want to help you grow in confidence. I will support you as you speak and correct you as necessary.
Learning goals:
🏀 grammar (tenses)
🛹 conversation, speaking, listening
🏃♂️ pronunciation
🏀 reading & vocabulary
🛹 travel & culture
🏃 test preparation
🏀 homework tutoring
After our lesson, I like to send you some lesson notes and homework if you wish.
Zoom works very well for lessons, and we can use the classroom whiteboard. The italki classroom is great too!
👚👔DRESS: Please dress appropriately for our virtual learning environment. Thanks!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Adult ESOL Diploma - Warwick University - 2010
Certificate verified
Certificate in TESOL - Trinity College London - 2006I completed the Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (Trinity College London), at a college in Coventry. It taught me the skills and knowledge to take my first teaching job. I gained teaching experience with real learners, language awareness including grammar and phonology, and much knowledge of teaching techniques to help teaching English to different levels. I also had experience being taught an unknown language (Japanese) to help me understand how it feels. Coventry,
Certificate verified
Education
2002 - 2005
Bachelor’s - Design & Technology
Work Experience
2015 - 2017
English Language LecturerI taught teenagers from many different countries, preparing them for City & Guilds ESOL exams from beginner to advanced level. I was responsible for the course.
2013 - 2015
ESOL Resource SpecialistI worked as an ESOL Resource Specialist, (freelance). I prepared quality lesson plans and online teaching tools that have been used and appreciated by many teachers and students. I developed materials for various British Council projects including ESOL Nexus, Offender Learning & Anniversaries Project.
2013 - 2015
English Language Lecturer
2006 - 2013
English Language LecturerI worked as a lecturer and course organiser for a large college in England. I worked with refugees and international students, preparing them for exams such as IELTS and City & Guilds Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. I was given much teacher training and development while working here.
2017 - 2024
Online English TutorI have been teaching adults and children online since 2017. I have experience of teaching one-to-one and groups, from beginner level to advanced. I like teaching grammar, vocabulary and reading skills. I can do free conversations classes or specific lessons on topics of choice.
5.0
Rating
120
Students
2,353
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
66 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
Using English Tenses - Increase Your Confidence & Grammar Skills
A1 - C2Language Essentials355 lessons completed
USD 15.50+
Package with 4% off
English Conversation (with Support)
A2 - C2Conversation440 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 7% off
Lessons for Long-Term Students
A1 - C2Language Essentials336 lessons completed
USD 15.50+
Package with 6% off
The News in English (Reading & Discussion)
B1 - C2Language Essentials70 lessons completed
USD 15.50+
Package with 4% off
Lessons for Children & Teenagers
A1 - C2Language Essentials31 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 3% off
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155 Reviews
Maria K.
2 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
It was my very first class at italki. I was very nervous if I could do it. It was excellent, Tom is a very kind and patient teacher. I've already booked another lesson :) I'm glad I made a good choice :)
Nov 20, 2024
Maria Eugenia
1 English lesson
Teacher’s pick
My first lesson was fantastic! Tom is incredibly patient, well-prepared, and easy to talk to. I've had many classes before, but this one stood out for being both personalized and efficient. I highly recommend his lessons!
Oct 5, 2024
maria orlova
104 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
My daughter just loves learning English with Tom. After each lesson she looks happy and motivated.
Her level of the language has significantly improved. And it’s not only speaking skills, her grammar has also taken a step forward, though grammar could be tricky at such a young age.
Thank you, Tom!
Apr 3, 2023
Ivan
101 English lessons
Спасибо Тому за его доброе отношение, профессионализм, терпение, ум и добросовестное отношение. Том - лучший преподаватель.
Sep 25, 2024
Luca Calvi
12 English lessons
Thanks Tom for our fruitful conversation, today too I learned something new and was able to improve myself
Jul 16, 2024
Luca Calvi
12 English lessons
Thanks Tom for the very good lesson
Jun 26, 2024
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