Experienced and Certified British English teacher with a relaxed and friendly style
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Experienced and Certified British English teacher with a relaxed and friendly style
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Ik als leerkracht
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Uit Verenigd KoninkrijkWoont in Bournemouth, Verenigd Koninkrijk (14:24 UTC+00:00)
Over mij
italki leerkracht sinds 7 Dec 2010
InterestsReadingHistoryReizen
I'm from Rainy England! I have a degree in Sociology from the University of Kent and a TEFL certificate. What I love most is learning new things. I read a lot, especially about history, philosophy, politics, culture and religion, but I enjoy talking about many other topics. I have travelled to many different countries and have lived in two foreign countries, China and Romania. I'm also a language learner, focusing mainly on Spanish and Romanian. I play the guitar and write my own songs. I love to walk in wide open spaces with beautiful views. I live near the sea so I often walk to the coast to stare at the sea and daydream! I enjoy meeting and talking to new people.
Ik als leerkracht
I'm a very experienced teacher, and have taught people from many different nationalities, of various age groups and levels of ability, and in both classes and one-on-one. I can talk about pretty much anything! I have taught a Russian opera singer, a Swedish horse trainer, a Spanish professional poker player, an Italian wine expert, a Korean oil executive, several NATO employees, and many many computer programmers!
I care a lot about all my students and do my best to help them progress with their English.
(Note: I currently only teach students who are over 16 years old)
Mijn lessen en manier van lesgeven
I will correct ALL of your mistakes and give quick and simple explanations when necessary. My lessons always have a specific focus, but they will feel like a relaxed conversation. I always try to suggest new and more native ways to express things. My test and interview preparation lessons are more structured. I have a great deal of experience teaching IELTS preparation. I adapt my approach to the ability level and personality of the student.
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TEFL - TEFL Training - 2012Covers: the basic skills of classroom communication; work at all levels from young children and beginners to advanced speakers; using texts, mime and visual materials; basic lesson planning, preparing and teaching grammar; using and supplementing course books; First certificate skills; and the fundamental theory of whole-brain and accelerated learning.
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Opleiding
2005 - 2008
Bachelor’s - SociologyUniversity of Kent
Werkervaring
2009 - 2009
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1,156 Beoordelingen
IL6002
3 Engels lessen
Keuze van de leerkracht
Tom is an excellent teacher who knows how to listen and guide students. He perfectly explains the new material, supporting it with real-life examples. During the first trial lesson I managed to outline an action plan of studying and methods for its implementation, learned some grammar rules and worked on my pronunciation. The lesson left only positive impressions. I'll definitely continue studying with Tom.
8 jan. 2024
Natsuki
3 Engels lessen
Keuze van de leerkracht
I took Tom’s lesson first time in four years ! Previously he helped me cabin crew interview in English.
In this time he helped me final interview of internal mobility. His interview lesson is the best. He gave me always helpful tips and correct my mistakes. Thank you Tom !!!!
22 dec. 2022
David
63 Engels lessen
Keuze van de leerkracht
Tom is my english teacher around one year ago and I am very happy to be his student.
Even when I am so tired after a long work day, Tom know how to drive the class to feel you confortable and cheersful.
30 jun. 2016
Cristina Martín Valv
1 Engels les
I just had a trial lesson with Tom, and it was brilliant! The class was engaging and well-organised. Even in just one session, I felt I gained a lot of valuable insights. I’ll definitely continue with you, Tom. Thanks :)
1 okt. 2024
Remo
11 Engels lessen
I really enjoyed the time with Tom. We talked about a lot of interesting things. He made a topic-schedule for me and corrected all of my mistakes. He's a very kind person, I would book his lessons again. Thanks for everything!