CELTA-Certified English Teacher in Zurich | Business & Conversational English

From 49 £ /h

I am a dedicated and passionate teacher committed to helping my students gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to succeed in their careers and personal growth. Drawing on my varied life experiences, I create imaginative and engaging lessons that inspire curiosity and creativity. I am a compassionate listener who values each student as an individual and adapts my approach to support
their unique needs. Whether working collaboratively as part of a team or independently, I bring an organised, caring, and approachable manner that helps me connect effectively with students at all
levels.

Extra information

Totally flexible, can work on any material you wish and can provide any material you need.

Location

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At student's location :

Around Zürich (Kreis 2), Switzerland

At teacher's location :

Waldistrasse, Adliswil, Switzerland

Online from Switzerland

About Me

I am a passionate teacher, who strives to give my students all the knowledge and guidance they will need to further their own careers and lives. I use my own varied life experiences, to make imaginative and creative focused lessons. I am a sympathetic listener, who treats each student as an individual. I am adept at working as an organized team member, or on my own initiative. I have a friendly and caring approach to people, which enables me to communicate with all levels of students.

Education

SDS German Exam A2.2 2022
BA (Honours) Degree English Language and Literature. 2010/13
(Part time through Open University completed year one, two and three)
CELTA (Trinity) 2006
Basic Sea Survival – QE2 Cruise Line (Cunard). 1996
First Aid Certificate. 1996
Hotel and Catering Supervisory Management. 1996
National Examination Board for Supervisory Management. 1996
HCIMA – Credit in Food and Beverage Operations. 1995
GCSE English Language/Oral Communication. 1994
Full Driving Licence. 1989
Hotel and Catering Industry English Speaking Board. 1988
GCSE’s – Chemistry, Home Economics. 1986
CSE’s – English Language, Mathematics, History, Art. 1986

Experience / Qualifications

2019 – To Present Part time English / Business Language Teacher at Berlitz, Zurich,
2013 – Aug 2019 Part time Business Language Teacher at English Gallery, Bern, CH.
2012 – July 2019 Part time English / Business Language Teacher at Inlingua, Zurich, CH.
2013 – Aug 2014 IB English A: Language and Literature. Juventus Gruppe, Zurich, CH.
2009 – June 2012 Full time English teacher at Espanole International House, Valencia.
2009 – July 2012 English summer school / Saturday teacher at Caxton College, Valencia.
2008 – June 2009 Full time English teacher at Euroenglish Academy, Valencia, Spain.
2008 – June 2009 Part time English teacher at Berlitz Academy for English, Valencia.
2008 – July 2008 English summer school teacher for Caxton College, Valencia, Spain.
2007 – June 2008 Full time English teacher at Euroenglish Academy, Valencia, Spain.
2007 – June 2008 Part time English teacher at Berlitz Academy for English, Valencia.
May 2007 – Sep 2007 Part time English teacher at LSI Brighton, UK.
2007 – Sep 2007 Volunteer English teacher for the Migrant English Project, Brighton.
2004 – Sep 2007 Asda Brighton Marina. Assistant Manager.
Sep 2003 – July 2006 Manager at Martha’s Barn Sofa and Furniture specialists.
2000 – Sep 2003 Assistant Restaurant Manager. The Grand Hotel, Brighton. AA*****
1999 – Sep 2000 Restaurant Manager/Assistant. Stratford Manor. Warwick Rd. AA****
1998 – July 1999 Headwaiter for Maritime Hotel Management Ltd, aboard the TSS The
Topaz and Louise Cruise Lines aboard the SS Sapphire and TSS Emerald.
Feb Nov Sep May 1997 – Mar 1998 Supervisor / Silver Service Waiter. Queen Elizabeth 2 (Cunard).
1996 – Feb 1997 Restaurant Manager. Fitzgerald’s Restaurant, Wollaston, Stourbridge.
1996 – Nov 1996 Silver Service Waiter. Queen Elizabeth 2 Cruise Ship (Cunard).

Age

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

45 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

English

School

English for adults

English as a second language (esl)

Grammar

Communication skills

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

At teacher's location and via webcam

At student's home

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

English Language / Business Language Teacher/Tutor

43 £ /h

I am a qualified CELTA native English teacher, who has been teaching English for over seventeen years, twelve of
which have been in Zurich.
I have a very wide and varied background, with a wealth of knowledge and experience to
teach and share with my students. For me teaching is more than a job, it’s about giving my
students the skills they need to achieve their goals in life.
I am a completely competent teacher, who has taught all levels from 4 year olds up to
adults. I have taught Cambridge exam classes including preparation for PET, KET, FCE,
CAE, BEC and Trinity exams, furthermore, IB English A: Language and Literature and
TOEFL. In addition, business classes, as well as one to ones to all levels tailored to meet each
individual students needs.