The best online English conversation tutors

General English/Kids/IELTS teacher with 7 years' experience I have seven years' experience teaching English to students of all ages and all abilities. I have taught children as young as three, using simple games and flashcards, helped advanced students to prepare for the IELTS and Cambridge exams, and pretty much everything in between! Rather than interrupting, I prefer to correct mistakes by taking notes as you speak, giving you a chance to self-correct when you have finished talking.

🌟 Certified ESL/TEFL/IELTS teacher (native speaker) for kids/adults with 7 years of experience 🌟 Hello! I'm Umiema from Sudan. I have excellent communication skills and enjoy teaching students of all ages and cultural backgrounds. I've taught young learners, IELTS and all levels of ESL both face-to-face and online. My approach to teaching is to make it fun and interactive so that students find learning enjoyable and are motivated to continue their English language journey and improve through consistency and practice. Teaching is not only a job but also a passion of mine and helping students achieve their goals is my number one priority.

Certified IELTS and TEFL Teacher with 8+ years of Teaching Experience. 🌟 Need IELTS or English for real-life? Let’s make it happen! Hi, I’m Murphy —a certified IELTS/TEFL teacher with 8+ years guiding students to confident speaking and exam success. My superpower? Turning tricky grammar into easy wins, with patience and a dash of fun. Outside class, I’m a frontend coder, painter, and chess enthusiast (watch out!). Fluent in three languages, I know learning can be tough so mistakes are just part of the journey here. Ready to upgrade your English and smash your goals? Message me!

Medical English, IELTS Prep, General English and Business and Interviews Hi, I’m Dr. Charles, a certified English teacher with over nine years of experience helping professionals improve their communication skills. I specialize in Medical English, IT English, and IELTS preparation, and I design each lesson to match the specific needs and goals of my students. Whether you’re a doctor communicating with patients or a developer working in a global tech environment, my approach is practical, targeted, and results-driven. Beyond teaching, I have a strong interest in music—I play the drums, piano, and bass guitar—and I’m deeply engaged in science and technology. This combination of creativity and analytical thinking shapes my teaching style. My lessons are both struct I am patient, punctual, and act professionally towards my students regardless of their ages. As a certified teacher, I know and apply various methodological approaches to help my students improve in the quickest ways possible. My lessons are conducted in a quiet and well-lit environment, and I make sure that I'm prepared for each lesson, whether it's the first or the 100th. I give homework when appropriate, provide feedback (always), and also send materials to help students improve outside the classroom.

Speak English with Confidence | Everyday Life & Work Hi, I'm Frances! I want you to feel comfortable and confident when speaking English. In my lessons, you don't need to be perfect. You just need to be ready to learn! We can talk about everyday life, your interests, work, or anything you'd like to discuss. I'll help you learn useful words and phrases, speak more naturally, and feel more confident. My lessons are friendly and relaxed. We can practise together, learn from mistakes, and take things step by step. Whether you're just starting to speak English or want to improve your conversation skills, I'll be happy to help. Let's learn, talk, and grow together. I look forward to meeting you!

Fun, energetic teacher - kids and adults - TEFL certified, over 15,000 online English classes taught It motivates and thrills me when I see that my students are learning. I am a caring and energetic person, who loves to make the classroom a fun place to learn. This is important, because when the classroom is fun, students want to learn more.

Pass IELTS & Cambridge C1: Certified Tutor | 5000+ Hours | Confident Conversation Hi! I’m Amy, a certified English tutor with 5000+ hours helping students worldwide master IELTS and Cambridge exams. My specialty? Guiding learners to top scores, whether you’re aiming for C1 Advanced or PET. I’m a true language enthusiast (fluent in Swahili, learning Turkish and Italian) and believe English opens doors everywhere. My travels, from scuba diving in Africa to solo journeys across Europe and the Middle East, showed me how language connects us all. Ready to make English your passport to new opportunities? Let’s get started!

Ben (TOEFL Expert) I possess a master's degree in English. I've taught in schools, institutes as well as offices. My students are kids, teens, college students, and of course professionals (pharmacy, dentistry, medicine, IT, business, law, etc.). I love developing and designing different methods, strategies and techniques to help English learners make significant progress in their learning and master the English language. I have been teaching English, TOEFL and other exams, conducting interview preps for jobs, revising college application letters, etc. for more than 10 years.

Standard American-English Accent (Berlitz Lingua Award); American Slang Consultant (Sega, KP Russia) I have the TEFL certificate and more than 10 years of teaching experience. I have taught all levels and ages in Taiwan, Japan, China and the US. I'm from California so I speak the most standard American English accent. One of my favorite things is to have fun conversation about interesting subjects. Students tell me they are happy to find that I can keep the conversation going comfortably and casually, likely because I can always find something about my students that I'm interested in. I also use fun, interesting articles, pre-formatted in an interesting way with new vocabulary and discussion questions. I have my own business and have specialized in business English for a decade now.

IELTS & Duolingo English Test Specialist | Exam Strategy & Speaking Coach I’m Abdulhadi, a medical student with 2 years of online and in-person English teaching experience and an IELTS 8.0 score. I mainly help students prepare for the Duolingo English Test, and many of my students have significantly improved their scores through focused practice and clear strategies. I also work with adult learners on spelling, writing accuracy, and general English, and occasionally help professionals improve their Business English communication.

😀Professional Teacher 👨🏻‍🏫19 years of teaching experience in English 💡Loves eating chocolate🍫! 🥳Celebrating 12,233 lessons!🎉 Hello! 👋Hi! Howzit! Hola! from South Africa!😁 ⚠️BOOK A LESSON WITH ME WITH ONLY 2 HOURS' NOTICE⚠️ I'm Luce🎈, and I'm here to help you improve your English during our fun-filled and interactive lessons. Each lesson is tailored to your needs and guides you along the way to becoming a native speaker. Before you know it, you will be presenting a moving speech as the President of your country, who knows?😀 We will have conversations about a wide variety of topics, including fun-filled adventures with many exciting pit stops! So allow me to take the driving seat, and I will ensure your journey with me is an EPIC one!🥳 I am a very patient, understanding and caring teacher. 🎈 I have a Bachelor's in Education (a four-year teaching degree) Cum Laude. I enjoy making lots of jokes and having a good laugh... 🤣😂🤣 humour really helps to learn a new language much easier! 😁 I enjoy eating chocolate🍫 🚀Our first lesson together will allow us to discuss your needs, and then we can create a plan that would suit your pace 🐢 and difficulty level. From there, our exciting journey begins... put on your seatbelt! 🎢 🎬 I use a wide variety of media to keep our lessons interesting, such as 📺 YouTube videos, stories, poetry, 🎭 news articles, and even music 🎶. I am a trained Toastmaster 🏆 and can help you become a more confident and natural speaker. 💡Why not book a lesson and try me out? ✅

Certified Polyglot Teacher with 15+ years of teaching experience ✅ Do you want to speak a foreign language fluently? ✅ Do you need to pass an exam? ✅ Are you planning to move to another country? ✅ Are you going on a trip? Then book a lesson with me :) I’ll help YOU make YOUR DREAM come true!! Why me? I have extensive experience working with adults and children, and I have passed international exams: Goethe-Zertifikat, DELE, DELF, IELTS. I have lived in Germany, Spain, France, and the United Kingdom. I really love people, different cultures and diverse outlooks on life! Ready? Then let's go together on a language-learning journey! :)

Certified English & Hindi tutor with 6000+ lessons taught🌻 Certified English & Hindi tutor with 6+ years of experience and over 6000 online lessons taught. I help students from around the world develop clear, confident communication in both English and Hindi through structured, personalised lessons. My teaching focuses on practical, real-life language use — whether for travel, work, exams, or everyday conversation. I work with beginners as well as intermediate learners who want to strengthen fluency, accuracy and overall confidence. In English lessons, I specialize in conversational fluency, grammar refinement and professional communication. I help students express ideas naturally in both casual and formal settings, with detailed feedback and targeted improvement strategies. In Hindi lessons, I focus on building a strong foundation from the ground up — including pronunciation, script, sentence structure and essential vocabulary. Lessons are designed to help you use Hindi confidently in real-life situations such as travel, family communication and cultural understanding. Each session is structured and goal-oriented, with personalized guidance, clear progression and consistent feedback so you always know what you are improving and why. My approach is patient, structured and learner-focused, ensuring clarity, direction and steady progress in a supportive environment. Book a trial lesson to begin your learning journey in English or Hindi. :)

Compassionate, student-centered teacher living in the USA with over 15 years of teaching experience I'm a very kind and compassionate teacher and I always put students' needs before mine. I am a very good listener and a problem solver. I love getting to know each student, and finding out about their dreams and goals in life, so I can work around that and help them as much as I can to remain inspired and help them achieve their goals in any way that I can. I respect each student's identity and I appreciate the different personalities of students and the special things that they have to offer as an individual.

Friendly and Patient TEFL Certified tutor with years of experience⭐️Adults and Teens⭐️ Hello! I’m Ashley from Niagara Falls, Canada—a TEFL-certified tutor with over 5,000 hours of online teaching experience. I specialize in supporting teens and adults as they master conversational English, prepare for interviews, and build lasting confidence in their English skills. My own experience learning Mandarin has given me valuable insight into the challenges language learners face, allowing me to empathize and guide students effectively. Outside of teaching, I enjoy reading, traveling, and exploring new culinary experiences. I am committed to making each lesson engaging, enjoyable, and tailored to your interests, so you can speak English confidently and achieve your personal and professional goals.

Certified TEFL Masters with over twenty years of experience. With a higher distinction in TEFL masters and over twenty years of experience, I've had the privilege of teaching ESL in both American and British English schools across Asia. I have extensive experience teaching all age groups and at every level of competence, from A1 to C2. Over my career, I've had the pleasure of seeing countless students reach their goals and it's this kind of progress that fuels my passion for teaching. I excel in all aspects of English, from complicated grammar structures to pronunciation, which means I can help you decode complex sentences, express your ideas with precision, and gain the stylistic control needed for advanced communication.

8+ years of teaching experience, living in the US. 🌻 Hello! My name is Fellah! I am a native Filipina (Ilongga) currently living in the US Virgin Islands. I have over 8 years of teaching experience, both online and offline, and have had the pleasure of working with diverse students of all ages, from kids to adults and levels, from absolute beginners to advanced learners. On Italki, I am proud to offer lessons in: ☑️ English ☑️ Tagalog ☑️ Hiligaynon (Ilonggo) In my free time, I love watching movies, listening to music, reading books, and playing mobile games. I completely understand that learning a new language can feel challenging. Because of this, I make sure our lessons are highly interactive, fun, and easy to follow, keeping you motivated as you achieve your learning goals. I can help you improve your skills in: ✔️ Grammar & Vocabulary Building ✔️ Pronunciation & Accent Reduction ✔️ Daily Conversation Courses ✔️ Free Talk / Conversational Practice ✔️Medical Billing and Coding Topics I use dynamic teaching methods and customize my materials to perfectly match your unique interests and current level. As your teacher, I am committed to being: ✅ Always Prepared ✅ Passionate & Dedicated ✅ Patient & Understanding ✅ Warm & Friendly My ultimate goal is to leave a wonderful impression after every session so you remain inspired to continue your language-learning journey. Let's achieve your goals together. I look forward to seeing you in class!

Economist -IELTS Specialist -Interviews & Professional Teacher for Conversation practice. Hello. I am a former university academic, now I teach online. I always support & encourage my students. Our classes will be adapted to YOUR NEEDS and INTERESTS. My classes are always warm, friendly and professional. 🟢 I will LISTEN to you & CORRECT errors (pronunciation, grammar). 🟡 I will suggest NEW vocabulary, idioms, phrases & English expressions. 🔵 I am an Experienced and Supportive teacher. **Please do NOT book classes at :15 or :45 minutes past.

Certified TEFL/TESOL IELTS teacher specialising in teaching adults, teenagers and children. Hello! I’m David, a friendly and experienced British English tutor with a genuine passion for helping students achieve their language goals. I am a TEFL-certified teacher from England with over 17 years of teaching experience, supported by a strong academic background. I specialise in IELTS Speaking and Writing preparation, English conversation practice, pronunciation improvement, academic English, and children’s English learning. I have helped students from around the world build confidence, improve their communication skills, and achieve their personal and academic goals. My teaching style is warm, supportive, and student-centred. I believe every learner is unique, so I carefully assess each student’s needs and create personalised lessons based on their level, goals, and learning style. Whether you are preparing for the IELTS exam, improving your speaking fluency, developing your writing skills, or building confidence in everyday English, I can adapt my lessons to support you. I use a nurturing and encouraging approach, creating a relaxed environment where students feel comfortable expressing themselves, asking questions, and overcoming challenges. I believe that successful learning comes from confidence, motivation, and a strong teacher-student connection. As a teacher, I focus on being approachable, understanding, and genuinely invested in each student’s progress. I encourage my students to believe in their abilities, develop independence, and enjoy the learning process.

AMERICAN Writing Tutor: CELTA Certified, Published in major US publications. Hello there! If you want to write like a native-English speaker, take my writing classes. I'm seeking self-motivated students - intermediate, advanced or proficient - who realize that writing English well is just as important as speaking English well. I've been writing for top American publications for years: Cosmopolitan, The Washington Post and The Boston Globe, among many others. So, when you have me as your teacher, you'll know that you're being taught by a real writer who makes a living from her writing in addition to teaching on italki. This is not a course on creative writing in English. The writing we practice here is for your English-speaking life. I'll help you write effective emails to employers, friends, teachers, among others. You'll also learn to write essays for English tests, such as the IELTS, TOEFL - and resumes and applications for jobs or school. By the way, I never use textbooks during lessons except when requested. Instead, I use "authentic material" like articles from newspapers and magazines, YouTube videos, photography and even objects you use in everyday life. So, please, get in touch! I look forward to writing with you soon.