English Lessons For Any Age: Reading, Writing, Conversation, and More!

From 37 £ /h

Hello! I am a native English speaker with a doctorate in Cultural Studies from KU Leuven and a BA in English Literature and writing. I have extensive tutoring and English-education experience and will be happy to help you meet your English-competency goals.

In 2019 I worked as an applied languages teacher at the Université de Haute Alsace in the Faculty of Arts where I taught business English and negotiations, English Foundations, and Business Interpretations (English-French).

I have experience tutoring professionals working in EU institutions, graduate and post-graduate students, and primary-school children.

I work with composition, oral expression, and editing and I have helped many students improve both their confidence and their scores on tests and papers. I have previously provided individual English lessons suited to the needs of adults and elementary-aged students of diverse international backgrounds.

In 2016 I directed a literacy center for primary school children in Washington, D.C., helping them learn to read, write, and think critically.

• Proofreading
• Pronunciation/diction
• Editing
• Grammar Coaching
• Academic Writing
• Conversational English
• Study Skills and Exam Prep
• Cover Letter/ Resume Help
• Vocabulary Building

If you or your child would benefit from my services, please do not hesitate to contact me! I also speak French fluently and intermediate Spanish.

Extra information

Most meetings will take place in a public space such as a café or bookstore, although I am willing to travel to private homes for children's lessons. I will create the lessons to suit your individual needs and collaborate with you to find a lesson style that suits you best.

Location

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At student's location :

Around Brussels, Belgium

Around Uccle, Belgium

About Me

Hello and thank you for taking time to consider me as an English tutor for yourself or your child. I am currently a postdoctoral researcher at the Panthéon-Sorbonne and hold an PhD and Master of the Arts in Cultural Studies from KU Leuven in Belgium. During the course of my studies I created and provided private lessons for university students, EU professionals, and primary school children in the Brussels area. I have a background in literacy education with a Bachelor of the Arts in English and writing. I have worked full-time as an undergraduate English language instructor at a university in France, preparing and giving courses of English as a second language, Business English and British Civilizations for students at all university levels. I currently supervise MA students, but really enjoy working with children as well.

As a tutor you can expect me to be:

-energetic, attentive, and creative

-positive, enthusiastic, and patient

-friendly, thoughtful, and communicative

-helpful, hard-working, and encouraging

Education

Postdoctoral researcher at the Panthéon-Sorbonne
(current)

PhD at KU Leuven- Literary Theory and Cultural Studies Department
(January 2024)

MA in Cultural Studies at KU Leuven.
(September 2017)
-magna cum laude

BA in English Literature with a focus on Writing.
(June 2015)
-honors

Experience / Qualifications

-Extensive editing experience at an advanced academic level.

-Co-editor of a book on literary theory (2019).

-University English Instructor of applied languages in Mulhouse, France (2018-2019).

-Private English tutor for intermediate through advanced adult English learners, focusing on writing, oral comprehension, vocabulary, style, and understanding (2016-2018).

-Private English tutor for primary age children seeking to improve fluency, literacy, and reading comprehension (2016-2018).

-Site Coordinator for Reading Partners- A literacy nonprofit for primary school students in Washington, DC. I worked with struggling readers and students learning English as a second language to improve their reading skills including vocabulary, phonics, and comprehension (2015-2016).

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

60 minutes

90 minutes

The class is taught in

English

French

Spanish

Skills

English

English for adults

School

English as a second language (esl)

Writing

Grammar

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

At student's home

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Gohar

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Ready to Speak French Like a Pro? Join My Online Classes!

Are you looking to improve your French quickly and confidently? Whether you want to chat effortlessly, succeed at work, or prepare for exams, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.

As a professional French teacher, I create fun and effective lessons tailored just for you. We’ll focus on real-life conversation, grammar made simple, and pronunciation that helps you sound natural.

Learn from the comfort of your home with live, interactive online classes — no stress, no pressure, just steady progress.

Let’s make French easy and enjoyable together. Book your first lesson now and start speaking like a native!

Justin

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I am a native American English speaking instructor, editor, journalist, and legal/policy expert from Florida specializing in instruction, interview and exam prep, consulting and text correction for a wide range of professionals & students across Belgium including in the legal, academic, policy, and other fields.

My past & present clients have included: professionals and politicians from all four major EU institutions, the Belgian government, the UNHCR, and various NGOs, alongside diplomats, doctors, journalists, and engineers, as well as a variety of other professions in addition to traditional students..I have had over 50+ repeat students on Apprentus (which recently changed their algorithm to only display the last six months).

Approaching from a true native's perspective, I instruct and assist with both educational and business English in a multi-faceted nature covering a wide range of areas including comprehension, conversation, grammar, and situational skills, in addition to working on general language skills and accent training. As well, I can provide extensive help and training with the EPSO, IELTS, and TOEFL exams.

I have also written, edited or proofread a variety of academic papers, theses, applications, CVs, and other documents for numerous satisfied academic and professional clients.

I have spent my entire childhood and adult life in the United States before completing a master's degree in Political Science and European Politics at KU Leuven. Additionally, I also possess Bachelor's degrees in Political Science and History. I have an extensive knowledge and experience of English grammar and literature, as well as current and past working experience in journalism (Anti-Competition Law and European Policy at the Policy and Regulatory Report) and both European and American politics.

I also handle correction of text, editing, proofreading and ghostwriting, with weekly and monthly rates possible. My transportation costs are included.

Lidia

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Specialize into simplifying concepts; experienced in International Education MYP, IB, Jury Central, BA, MBA.
English as second language, Literature, Social & Political Sciences, Law, History, Arts and Theoretical Sciences.

Cambridge certified Teacher, professor of Business Law and Ethics.

Marko

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✅ Very experienced in teaching English language - 5 years of experience
✅ TOEFL, AIELTS, ELTiS tests preparation
✅ Prepared, systematic self-created lessons for all levels in the English language
✅ Using advanced methods for memorizing words and keeping track of students' progress

If you book lessons with me, you can expect:
- self-created lessons involving reading, writing, grammar and critical-thinking skills.
- tracking your progress, finding your strong and weak points
- my full dedication; I will always be there to help you with anything that you are struggling with
- implementing every-day life examples into our conversation; we can also work on some specific topic that you like, so the lessons could become more fun and interesting

A very friendly and patient tutor that really enjoys passing knowledge to other people.
If you have any questions, I would be happy to answer them. :)
Looking forward to work with you!

Cami

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Overcome your fears and unlock creative inspiration to finally get to the end of your writing project.

Let yourself be guided and finally realize your dream of writing.

➤ Overcome your fears.
➤ Discover the secret to writing 100% fun and 0% blank pages.
➤ Awaken this writer's flame that has been dormant in you for a long time.
➤ Build unwavering legitimacy and overcome the fear of failure, lack of time and procrastination that keep you from moving forward.

In short, put an end to the fear of writing! Isn't it difficult to be consumed by the desire to write your project and not succeed in doing it? Break forever the insurmountable wall that prevents you from writing today.

It is a matter of combining improvements in form with improvements in substance. For this, the sessions can for example take place according to your needs as follows:
a) Comments / proposals on the text that you will offer me b) Writing exercises based on a statement.
c) A series of precise and pragmatic recommendations and their application through style exercises.

Whether it is a novel, an essay, song lyrics, various texts, a biography or simply a report for professional or school purposes, it is about offering you elements personalized pedagogy:

- Study your text
- Build text, song lyrics etc
- Calmly polish the style
- Research and develop your lexical fields
- Differentiate between writing for oneself and writing for others

All this by combining theory and practice: Writing work from exercises then as part of a personal project.

During the sessions, you are guided in your writing project. The trainer accompanies you and teaches you the preparation method, gives you writing tools and helps you work on your style and your imagination.

The objective is multiple, including a reflection on one's own literary path, an introduction to the basic tools of style work and exercises on description.

Learning objectives:
- Identify your writing path.
- Mobilize your imagination.
- Learn and master the practical writing tools.
- Broaden its reflection on creation and professional and personal writing.
- Create and develop one or more projects.

Trained in a European Grande Ecole & Ivy League University in the United States, specialized and has been working in Europe and North America for more than 16 years in this field, in reputable international institutions , also intervening in forums and conferences.

- Locations: Geneva - Lausanne - Friborg - Neuchâtel - Montreux - Basel - Sion - Sierre - Morges - Bienne. But currently and until further notice, only by videoconference in accordance with national recommendations on Covid.

These sessions, for which you have asked me, also seem to be perfectly unanimous since they arouse a certain enthusiasm (and a certain enthusiasm). Indeed, they have the advantage of face-to-face sessions (ex: quality of the interaction), without its disadvantages (ex: loss of travel time) with additional advantages (ex: the entire session transcribed in writing on the chat). That is why, at your request, I continue to offer this option.

À la carte: evaluated and adapted to each personality.

Awni

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I'm offering individual and personalized classes according to your level , groups also are welcome to join. I help beginners speak confidently also I will adapt to your needs and objectives :Grammar, conversation, vocabulary and culture.
My method will take you step by step to meet your goal! I am dynamic, easy-going and full of energy!
All material will be provided to you by email.
Lessons are well organized
I can suggest a weekly task

In addition, I can provide support in proofreading and translation. If you need help, I am here to listen.
About me:
Highly qualified English teacher, who prefer many methods of interacting with learners, because I think that every student has their own way of learning. I have gained extensive experience from my previous studies in the Master of Language Teaching Methods, my researches also have helped me to have a huge background about language aquisition, plus that I have worked as a tutor and translator in Europe for years.
So
Book your first lesson today because :
My students improved their grades by 30%
Learning new language can open extra doors for your career path.
I'm glad to put my experience in your service and answer your questions.
Any age or level is welcome also students of school or university.
I can lead you to pass international tests such as TOEFL and IELTS.
Language of teaching can be English, Arabic, French or Spanish.
Classes can be via Skype or zoom etc...

Attila

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1. What is the TOEIC?

The TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication) is a language test developed by the Educational Testing Service (Princeton, USA). It measures/demonstrates the language skills that everyone in today's multinational work environment needs to communicate successfully in a foreign language.

2. Who uses the TOEIC?

The TOEIC test is one of the most widely used English-language tests in the world, with more than 14,000 organizations and universities in more than 160 countries relying on TOEIC scores to make important decisions.

3. What is the TOEIC used for?

The TOEIC is used to help organisations to:
• Select, hire, and/or promote their employees based on their level of English
• Select employees with adequate English language skills to participate in English language programs or training.
• Standardize the level of English language proficiency within the company.
Universities and other higher education institutions use this test to:
• Accept prospective students into their English-speaking undergraduate and graduate programs
• Measure their students’ progress
• Issue an internationally recognized English language certificate to their students.

4. How can I help you?

• I will evaluate your English proficiency level
• I will introduce you to the format and structure of the test: remember, knowing the type of tasks is half the battle!
• I will provide you with a lot of exercises and materials, and we will practice a lot
• Depending on your needs, we can focus on the Listening and Reading Test, the Speaking and Writing Tests, or both
• During the preparation, if you get to an area that is going harder, then we will do more exercises related to it or them (grammar, pronunciation, listening comprehension).

Anna

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This class is for both beginners and (upper)intermediate-level students interested in fine-tuning their grammar and enriching their vocabulary. After defining your level and setting personal goals, we will find the most suitable learning mediums and decide on the learning trajectory. I will make sure to keep our classes both challenging and fun and provide you with the necessary amount of practice!

Germán

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I have 17 years teaching English and I have worked in 5 different countries. I have trained people before taking IELTS or TOEFL tests. I have got experience with it, in the same way, I have the TEFL certification by itoi. Do not hesitate to contact me to improve your writing, reading, and speaking skills for these tests.

Omar

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I offer English classes for all levels and purposes: school, high-school, university, official exams, conversation, written assignment assistance, etc.
It is essential to learn English well and to master it.
I would tailor our classes to your needs and requirements - just let me know what it is you need to achieve and we will make it happen together!

Emidio

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I'm offering Italian language lessons, drawing not only on my native fluency but also on my academic background in Humanities, with a focus on Italian language and literature.

You will improve your grammar, expand your vocabulary, and gain a deeper understanding of Italian culture and expression!

Finally, you’ll be able to use the hand gesture 🤌 in the most appropriate way!

Naoufal

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This class focuses on developing English language proficiency and building effective communication skills. Students will develop their reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical thinking abilities through interactive and discussion-based activities, and practical exercises. Lessons are tailored to individual needs and goals, whether academic support, exam preparation, or improving overall fluency and confidence in English.

Claudia

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I offer personalised Italian lessons for students, adults and anyone who wants to learn or improve Italian in a practical, engaging and motivating way. I have 8 years of experience as a tutor, and what I enjoy most about teaching is seeing my students improve, gain confidence and gradually acquire new skills.

As a native Italian speaker with a strong academic background in languages, culture and communication, I create a tailored learning programme for each student, based on their level, needs, goals and personal interests. Every student learns differently, so I adapt my method to make the lessons useful, clear and never boring or passive.

My lessons can focus on conversation, grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, writing, reading comprehension, school support or exam preparation. I also teach Italian to people who want to learn it for travel, work, personal interest or cultural reasons.

For beginners, we can start from the basics: pronunciation, everyday phrases, simple grammar and useful vocabulary. For intermediate and advanced students, we can work on fluency, more complex grammar, listening comprehension, written expression and natural conversation.

I like to include real-life examples, dialogues, cultural references and personalised exercises, so that students can immediately apply what they learn. My goal is not only to teach Italian rules, but to help students actually use the language with confidence and pleasure.

Lessons can be held in English, French or Italian, depending on the student’s level and preference.

Jutatip

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I have extensive experience teaching Thai to foreigners, including the partners of Thai nationals and children from mixed Thai families. I have taught students of all ages, from young children aged 5 and above to adult learners, in Belgium.

In addition, I owned and managed a language school in Thailand with approximately 50 students and a team of four teachers. The school offered four different subjects, and I was responsible for overseeing daily operations, curriculum development, and staff management.

I also worked as a full-time English teacher at an underprivileged school, where I planned and delivered engaging lessons while supporting students from diverse educational and social backgrounds.

My combined experience in teaching, school management, and cross-cultural communication has enabled me to develop strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Rania

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Do you want to learn Chinese, whether for your child, your studies, your work, a trip, or simply out of curiosity? I offer Mandarin courses adapted for children, teenagers, and adults, from beginner to intermediate level!

Currently in my final year of a Master's degree in Chinese studies, I speak four languages (French, Dutch, English and Chinese) and I had the opportunity to live and study for a year in Beijing, at the 外交学院 (China Foreign Affairs University).

My career has also been marked by several participations in the Chinese Bridge Competition, a major international Chinese language competition. I twice achieved second place in the Belgian final and then participated in the storytelling event (故事会), where I reached the Top 50 worldwide.

My method is based on a structured progression inspired in particular by the HSK, while being adapted to the objectives and pace of each student. We can work on pronunciation and tones, vocabulary, grammar, characters, listening comprehension as well as oral and written expression.

For children and teenagers, I use an interactive approach with games, stories, pictures, dialogues, and age-appropriate activities. For adults, I can tailor the lessons more to conversation, practical Chinese, everyday situations, travel, studies, or a professional context.

I also wish to share my passion for Chinese culture, which I had the opportunity to explore in depth during my year in Beijing. Since language and culture are closely linked, the courses can also incorporate elements of traditions, festivals, history, and daily life in China.

Each lesson is therefore personalized according to the student's level, age and objectives.

Whether you are a complete beginner or wish to consolidate an intermediate level, my goal is to enable you to progress in Chinese in a serious, structured and motivating way.