Spanish and English classes — ELE and TEFL certification

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From 15 £ /h

Do you want to learn Spanish or English practically and at your own pace? I offer personalized classes adapted to your level, whether you are a beginner or want to perfect a language you already know.
We work on conversation, grammar, vocabulary, and listening comprehension according to your goals: travel, work, official exams, or simply gaining confidence when speaking. The classes are dynamic, with practical exercises and constant feedback so you see real progress from the very first sessions.
I adapt to your learning pace and interests, using varied materials (audio, video, reading) so that the class is never boring.

Extra information

Bring your desire to learn!

Location

Online from Colombia

About Me

Llevo más de 20 años enseñando, y sigo haciéndolo por la misma razón que empecé: me encanta ver el momento en que un estudiante deja de traducir mentalmente y empieza a pensar en el idioma nuevo. Ese cambio es lo que más disfruto de mi trabajo.
Soy profesor certificado en TEFL (Universidad de Toronto) para inglés, y en ELE/SFL — Español como Lengua Extranjera (Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes) para español. Además, trabajo como traductor e intérprete español-inglés desde hace más de 25 años, así que conozco de primera mano los errores típicos, los "falsos amigos" y esos matices que los libros de texto casi nunca explican bien.
Mi estilo de enseñanza es cercano y paciente. Vengo de años trabajando con estudiantes de todas las edades y niveles, así que sé adaptar el ritmo: si estás empezando de cero, construimos las bases sin presión; si ya tienes fluidez, trabajamos precisión, pronunciación y esos detalles que marcan la diferencia entre "hablar bien" y "hablar como nativo".
También tengo formación en aprendizaje socioemocional (SEL), algo que aplico en cada clase: para mí, aprender un idioma funciona mejor cuando te sientes cómodo para equivocarte y seguir intentando. No hay clases genéricas — cada plan se adapta a tus objetivos, ya sea viajar, trabajar, presentar un examen, o simplemente perder el miedo a hablar.

Education

MCP (Microsoft Certified Professional) – Microsoft, Feb 2000
MCP+Internet – Oct 2000
MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer) – Oct 2000
TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) – Universidad de Toronto, 2015
SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) – Universidad de Colorado, 2020
Google Certified Educator N1 & N2
ChatGPT Expert – Blockchain Council
Grammar & Punctuation Certificate – UC Irvine
Spanish as a Foreign Language (SFL), Teacher Training – 125h / 5 ECTS – Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes / Centro Carpe Diem, Junio 2026
Spanish Teacher for Foreigners (13h) – Centro de Formación Carpe Diem, Junio 2026

Experience / Qualifications

Antonia Pantoja Alternative High School – Chicago, IL (2002–2007)
Profesor de Inglés y Estudios Sociales — Enfoque especial en adaptar contenido para estudiantes en transición de primaria a secundaria.
Liceo Boston – Bogotá (2007–2008)
Profesor de Inglés y Estudios Sociales — Nivel primaria, integrando habilidades de lenguaje con conceptos históricos y sociales; métodos creativos e interactivos; lideró el Programa de Aprendizaje Extra en línea.
Colegio Cardenal John Henry Newman – Bogotá (2008–2024)
Profesor de Estudios Sociales — 16 años enseñando a nivel primaria y secundaria, fomentando pensamiento crítico, conciencia global y responsabilidad social; desarrollo de currículo adaptado a cada nivel.

Age

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

The class is taught in

Spanish

English

Skills

English

English for adults

English as a second language (esl)

Spanish

School

Spanish for adults

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Spanish for Professionals: Real Conversations, Real Confidence

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I'm a native Spanish speaker and certified Specialist in Spanish as a Foreign Language (SFL), with over 20 years of teaching experience in both Colombia and the United States. This course is designed specifically for professionals who need to communicate confidently in Spanish at work — meetings, emails, presentations, and everyday conversations with colleagues or clients.

This isn't a generic grammar course. I combine my background as an educator with my technical experience (IT consultant, certified translator) to teach you the Spanish you'll actually use — industry-specific vocabulary, natural expressions, and the confidence to participate in real conversations, not just memorize rules.

Every class is tailored to your level and your goals. Whether you work in tech, healthcare, business, or any professional field, you'll learn Spanish applied to your day-to-day — clear, practical, and focused on what you actually need.

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As you know, speaking English is essential — especially when you’re abroad and don’t speak the local language. Whether you're starting from the basics or want to improve your fluency, I’m here to help you every step of the way!

I am an experienced French teacher who also teaches English, Armenian, and Russian. In my lessons, I focus on grammar while placing a strong emphasis on speaking and building confidence in real communication.

I’m known for being very patient, kind, and supportive, always creating a positive environment where my students feel comfortable and motivated to learn.

Classes are online .
Let’s start your language journey together — I look forward to meeting you, my lovely students! 🌟

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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.

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Learn Spanish in an interactive and personalized way!

Do you want to learn Spanish or improve your current level? In my lessons I adapt completely to your goals, level and learning pace. As a native Spanish speaker and experienced teacher in language schools I provide authentic and effective lessons.

In the lessons we will cover:

Grammar and vocabulary: In a structured and understandable way.
Practical exercises: Focused on speaking, listening, writing and reading.
Personal attention: Each lesson is tailored to your needs.
Whether you are a student who needs extra help or an adult who wants to become fluent in Spanish, I would love to help you achieve your goals.

Send me a message for more information or to schedule a trial lesson. ¡Hasta pronto!

Khalil

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英語を学ぶことは、単語を覚えることではなく、自分を表現する力を育てることです。
In my classes, you’ll learn how to speak English naturally and confidently, step by step.

We’ll focus on:
• 💬 Real conversation practice for daily and business situations
• 🎧 Listening and pronunciation for clear, natural communication
• 📝 Grammar and vocabulary explained simply and visually
• 🌍 Cultural understanding to speak English with confidence abroad

I’m a multilingual teacher who lives in Japan and understands the challenges Japanese learners face — especially with pronunciation, sentence flow, and confidence. My goal is to help you feel relaxed, understood, and motivated while learning English you can actually use.

Let’s build your English fluency together — one natural conversation at a time.

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The objective is that: the learner masters the English language (🎧listening-comprehension,🎤 conversation, 📚 reading, grammar-pronunciation, writing...). It helps him to have language skills like native speakers. 🥇

At the same time, the learner will be 🚴‍♀️dynamic and well supervised by professional tutors who listen.
The atmosphere is distinguished: 🔥learning, interaction, no routine, no stress.

The learning tools used; videos, audios, texts, articles, images, games, stories...

We are happy to help both adults and pupils/students. If you want to learn the English language (reading, grammar, oral conversation, written production,...) or you have homework to do, or competitions/tests to take, 🏆 contact us :)

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"Learning is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere." 🏆As a TEFL-qualified teacher, I'm passionate about sharing my knowledge.

🎯 Tailor-made courses designed for you! Let's focus on your needs and desires. 🌈 I believe in making learning fun and effective, motivating you every step of the way!

Awni

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I offer private lessons in Spanish, we can do it online“Learn Spanish from Zero – Simple, Supportive, and Enjoyable Lessons!” Learn to Communicate with Ease.
I'm ready to adapt our study plan to your objectives and demands!
I provide personalized methods that will take you step by step to meet your goal! I am dynamic, easy-going and full of energy!

Start your first lesson today!
All material will be provided to you by email.
Lessons are well organized
I can suggest a weekly task
I'm a highly qualified teacher who has a master degree in language learning plus that I have been teaching for 13 years.
Learning a new language can open new doors to your career path.
I can lead you to pass DELE.
Language of teaching can be English, French, Arabic and Spanish.

Mariem

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As soon as you book your session, don't worry about your child's homework.

Fun lessons led by educational games, to learn grammatical rules, verb conjugation and especially communication.

Mohsen

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🎓 **Professional Profile: Mr. Mohsen Ali** 🎓
🌟 **International Language Teaching and Education Expert** 🌟
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**First: An Introduction (Who am I?)**

I am **Mohsen Ali**, an expert teacher and certified lecturer with a career spanning more than **25 years** in the field of education.
In my teaching style, I combine European academic prestige (I hold a master's degree from the University of Vienna) with extensive field experience in public and private schools. My passion is not just to transfer knowledge, but to enable the student to succeed in real life 🚀.

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📜 **Second: Academic Qualifications and Accreditations**

* 🎓 **Master's Degree in German Literature:** University of Vienna, Austria
* 🏫 **Master's and Postgraduate Diplomas in Education:** Alexandria University, Egypt
* 🕌 **Diploma in Islamic Culture:** A qualitative addition to enhance cultural exchange.
* ✅ **C1 Language Certificate:** Complete mastery of the German language to the highest international standards.
* 💻 **ICDL International Certificate:** Awarded by UNESCO to ensure the professionalism of digital education

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🌍 **Third: Professional Experience and International Diversity**

* 👨‍🏫 **Expert at the Ministry of Education:** Over 25 years of experience teaching German at the secondary level
* 🌐 **International Online Lecturer:** 10 years of experience teaching online to students from different continents
* 🗺️ **Diverse International Experience:** I have taught students in Europe, Asia, Canada, and the United States
* 🇩🇪 **Expert at a language school in Hamburg:** Acquired advanced skills in teaching methodologies for children and adults
* ✍️ **Professional Language Translator:** I have worked as a German language translator for years.

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📚 Fourth: Educational Specializations and Services

Teaching all levels of Goethe
A1 to C1
I also teach Arabic to non-native speakers: teaching Modern Standard Arabic and Egyptian colloquial Arabic using series such as "Arabic Between Your Hands".
* 📝 Preparing tests for applicants for international proficiency tests.
* Language proficiency: I offer my lessons in Arabic, German, and English with complete fluency.

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⚙️ Fifth: Educational Methodology and Technologies

* 🎯 **Student-Centered Learning:** Designing an individualized learning program tailored to each student
* 💻 **Interactive Lesson:* Using the latest educational software (Zoom, Skype, Teams, Meet)
* 📱 **Ongoing Support:** Providing comprehensive summaries, with support available via **WhatsApp** outside of business hours
* ⚡ **Technical Readiness:** I have a laptop and a stable, high-speed internet connection.

Phillip

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Hello everyone,
My name is Phillip. I am an experienced, native bilingual (USA/Switzerland) English teacher. Today, I am pleased to guide you in your learning from my office located in the wild and inspiring setting of western Ireland.

With many years of experience as a private tutor, I work with students from all backgrounds. However, over time, I have developed an approach that is particularly appreciated by seniors and retirees. Why? Because I am convinced that learning a language at this stage of life should first and foremost be a shared pleasure, a window onto the world, and a wonderful way to keep the mind sharp and curious.
My approach: Trust and kindness above all

Many of us have somewhat rigid memories of school learning. With me, forget the stress of mistakes or tedious grammar. My primary goal is to restore your confidence. We progress at your pace, with a gentle, patient, and personalized teaching approach. Whether you're starting from scratch or simply want to refresh your old school memories, I adapt completely to your needs.

What we can explore together:
- Travel English: So that your next trip abroad is synonymous with serenity (getting around, ordering in restaurants, communicating with locals without apprehension).

-Maintaining family ties: Ideal if you have bilingual grandchildren or grandchildren living abroad and you want to share more with them.

-Conversation & Culture: Discuss current events, literature, history or life in Ireland, while enjoying my clear and easy-to-understand native accent.

-Brain gymnastics: Using English as a fun and stimulating tool to maintain memory and cognitive plasticity.

Why choose me?
As a dual American and Swiss national living in Ireland, I bring a unique cultural richness to your life. I have a mastery of all the nuances of the English language, but I also have a perfect understanding of French culture and structure.

Practical and technological aspects:

We'll work together via Zoom or Google Meet, very simple and reliable tools. If you're worried about the technology, don't be: I'll guide you step by step during our first session so you feel completely comfortable on screen. It's much simpler than it seems!

Join me for a friendly and engaging experience, blending Swiss rigor, American optimism, and the legendary warmth of Ireland. Let's transform your English practice into a truly enriching human adventure.
Nice to meet you,

Phillip

Mohamed

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I inspire students to achieve results. I turn lessons into active practice: we speak from the very first minute, work through real-life situations, and confidently boost speaking skills. I help students overcome the language barrier and gain confidence in speaking.

My primary goal is to develop and enhance students' communication skills and communicative competence.

I teach languages using communicative and conscious-practical methods, taking students from absolute beginner to C2 fluency.

I focus on fostering live and real-life conversation.

General courses for everyone and specialized courses for professionals: philologists, journalists, diplomats, lawyers, businesspeople, doctors, engineers, etc.

Individual lessons in one-to-one or one-to-two formats.
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Who I work with:
Extensive experience with Russian and English speakers.
I teach Modern Standard Arabic, Classical (Quranic) Arabic, Tajweed, and dialects of Eastern Arab countries.
Exam preparation.
Preparation for academic studies.
Professional training.
(Arabic for Specific Purposes)
Interview preparation.
Job preparation.
Travel preparation.
Preparation for living in Arab countries.
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Who I work with:
Extensive experience with Russian speakers.
General English course.
Business English course.
Unified State Exam (EGE) preparation.
Basic State Exam (OGE) preparation.
Conversational practice with a native-speaking teacher.
Intensive courses.
IELTS preparation.
Aviation English.
Preparation for academic studies.
Professional training. (English for Specific Purposes)
Interview preparation.
Trip preparation.
Preparation for living in English-speaking countries.
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Who I work with:
Extensive experience with English- and Arabic-speaking students.
I teach Russian (RFL) in a way that makes you *want* to speak it!
I motivate you to achieve results. I turn lessons into active practice: we speak from the very first minute, analyze real-life situations, and confidently boost your speaking skills. I help students overcome the language barrier and gain speaking confidence.
The main goal is communicative competence.
Everyday Russian and Russian for specific purposes.
Focus on practice: we train real-life communication from the very first lessons, rather than just analyzing theory.
Preparation for exams required for Temporary Residence Permits (RVP), Permanent Residence Permits (VNZh), and Russian citizenship (includes RFL, Russian history, and Russian legislation). It is best to start after reaching the TRKI-I level to ensure maximum preparation efficiency.
We systematically work through all parts of the exam: from standard task types to test-taking strategies and common pitfalls.
I create a personalized preparation plan tailored to the specific exam and your current proficiency level.
I also offer general courses aligned with TRKI levels:
TEU (A1) — Elementary level.
TBU (A2) — Basic level.
TRKI-I (B1), TRKI-II (B2), TRKI-III (C1) — Certification levels ranging up to fluency.
Lessons are conducted online via distance learning platforms such as Skype, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Yandex Telemost, etc. Highly effective.

I am results-oriented!
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Text services: editing and proofreading. Interpreting services in the Kuban region. Business trips and escort services.

Fatima

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Learning English can be more fun and meaningful when you use it to talk about subjects you already enjoy!

I am a Licensed Professional Teacher and Science major with experience teaching both online and in the classroom. I have taught English to international learners through ESL classes and currently teach Physics, Chemistry, and Science to Junior and Senior High School students.

In my English classes, students can improve their speaking, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening, and everyday communication skills through interactive and age-appropriate activities. I use conversations, questions, games, visual materials, and real-life situations to help students become more confident English speakers.

For students who enjoy academic learning, I can also incorporate Math and Science topics into English lessons. This allows students to practice English while learning useful academic vocabulary, explaining ideas, solving simple problems, and discussing scientific concepts.

Lessons are adjusted to the student's age, English level, learning goals, and interests. Whether you are a beginner learning your first English words or an intermediate learner who wants to become more confident speaking English, I will create a supportive and engaging learning environment.

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A dynamic, interactive English as a Second Language (ESL) course designed to help non-native speakers improve their reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. This class focuses on real-world communication, practical grammar, vocabulary expansion, and pronunciation practice to build everyday confidence and fluency. Suitable for learners looking to enhance their personal, academic, or professional English abilities.

Hazel

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Learning to speak English fluently is about more than memorizing grammar rules—it's about feeling at ease when you need to use it: in conversations at work, in school, while traveling, or in everyday situations that call for quick, natural responses.

With experience teaching adult professionals on language and travel communication, I focus on building both your language skills and your confidence. My feedback approach draws on mindfulness principles, helping you notice and release the self-judgment or anxiety that often gets in the way of speaking freely, as non-native speakers often feel. Rather than fixating on every mistake, we work on staying present and communicating clearly. I will help you improve your English skills through consistent fluency practice, paired with mindful, constructive correction—so growth feels natural, not stressful.

This class covers practical, real-world English — conversations at work and in school, travel scenarios, and everyday interactions — while also expanding your vocabulary naturally through real conversation, so you leave each session more capable and more at ease using the language.

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Learn Arabic in a friendly, practical, and engaging way! 🇱🇧

Whether you’re a complete beginner, want to improve your conversation skills, or are interested in Lebanese/Levantine Arabic, I’ll help you build your Arabic naturally and confidently.

In our classes, we can focus on:
• Speaking and everyday conversations
• Lebanese/Levantine Arabic or Modern Standard Arabic
• Vocabulary and useful expressions
• Pronunciation and listening
• Reading and writing
• Grammar explained in a simple way
• Arabic for travel, work, family, or daily life

As soon as you book your session, don't worry about your child's homework.

Fun lessons led by educational games, to learn grammatical rules, verb conjugation and especially communication.

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