Patient ESL Coaching for Kids & Adults: Phonics, Speaking & Everyday Fluency

From 18 £ /h

Welcome! I provide interactive, positive, and structured English lessons designed specifically for children taking their first steps in English or looking to speak with natural confidence. Young learners absorb language best when lessons feel lively, visual, and rewarding. My classes combine systematic phonics with guided speaking practice, using custom illustrated materials, games, and gentle correction to ensure your child stays enthusiastic from the first minute to the last.What We Cover in Class:Letter Sounds & Early Reading: Step-by-step phonics instruction, covering letter-sound recognition, consonant-vowel blending, vowel distinctions, and foundational sight words.Core Vocabulary: High-interest themes including colors, animals, shapes, daily routines, and garments, supported by vibrant visual aids and real-world associations.Conversational Confidence: Speaking in complete, natural sentences, answering simple everyday questions, and building spontaneous speaking habits without hesitation.Accurate Pronunciation: Clear, native modeling that helps young learners form English mouth shapes and sounds correctly.Lesson Methodology:Every lesson follows a predictable, engaging structure tailored to young attention spans:Friendly Warm-Up: A welcoming greeting or quick game to tune your child’s ears to English and build comfort.Target Concept / Phonics Sound: Introducing the sound or vocabulary of the day with colorful visual flashcards and clear phonetic modeling.Interactive Application: Fun matching activities, repetition drills, and structured speaking prompts to actively use the new target words.Lesson Recap: Reviewing the key sounds learned and providing parents with a quick summary of what was achieved.Teaching Approach:Experienced & Child-Centered: 5 years of online ESL teaching experience working with young minds across diverse language backgrounds.Tailored Materials: Custom workbooks and visual activities designed to match your child’s current developmental stage and interests.Zero-Pressure Environment: Making mistakes is an essential part of learning. I offer encouraging, patient guidance so your child never feels shy or afraid to speak. Feel free to send a message with your child’s age, native language, and current English level so we can plan the right starting point for them!

Extra information

Who Can Join: Open to all ages and levels—young children, teenagers, and adult learners are all warmly welcome.

Lesson Duration:

25–30 minutes is recommended for younger children (ages 4–6) to keep focus sharp and energetic.

45–60 minutes is ideal for older children, teens, and adults.

Tools & Platform: Classes are conducted via Zoom, Google Meet, or the integrated virtual classroom. A computer, laptop, or stable tablet with a working microphone and camera is recommended.

Materials Provided: All lesson materials, illustrated slides, reading passages, and review notes are provided at no extra cost. You do not need to buy any textbooks.

Rescheduling Policy: If you need to make a change to our schedule, please give at least 24 hours' notice so we can easily find another suitable time

Location

Online from South Africa

About Me

Hello! I am a passionate, friendly, and patient English educator with over 5 years of online ESL teaching experience. Over the years, I have had the pleasure of guiding hundreds of students from all walks of life,ranging from playful young children taking their very first steps in reading to busy adults polishing their conversation skills for career and travel.

Before transitioning full-time into education, I worked in a dynamic professional sales environment. That background gives me a distinct advantage: I know firsthand how essential clear, persuasive, and confident communication is in the real world, whether you are giving a presentation at work or simply striking up a conversation with someone new.

When it comes to my teaching style, I believe that learning a language should never feel stressful, boring, or intimidating. A great class is one where you feel completely comfortable making mistakes, asking questions, and speaking your mind. For my younger students, I bring lots of energy, engaging visuals, and step-by-step phonics games that make reading feel like play. For my adult learners, I create relaxed, authentic conversations that push your vocabulary and sharpen your pronunciation naturally.

Outside of teaching, I love creating custom learning materials and educational content, exploring audiobooks, and discovering new music.

No matter where you are starting from or what your goals look like, I am here to encourage you, guide you step-by-step, and celebrate every milestone along the way. I look forward to meeting you in class!

Education

Certification: Certified 120-Hour TEFL / TESOL Educator

Field of Study: Teaching English as a Foreign Language / Second Language Acquisition

Details / Summary: Specialized training in young learner phonics, communicative language teaching (CLT), total physical response (TPR), and lesson design for multi-level ESL students.

Professional Development & Applied Training:

Foundational Phonics & Early Literacy Curriculum Development: Independent instructional designer creating visual workbooks, letter-sound resources, and structured speaking activities for young learners.

Professional Communication & Sales Background: Extensive real-world background in client communication, interpersonal dynamics, and conversational guidance, applied directly to adult fluency and workplace English coaching.

Experience / Qualifications

Online ESL Instructor & Language Coach (5+ Years):

Delivered hundreds of hours of 1-on-1 and small group English lessons to international students across Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

Taught students spanning all age demographics: young children (ages 4–10) focusing on phonics and early literacy, teenagers needing academic speaking support, and adults refining conversational fluency.

Maintained high student retention and satisfaction ratings by creating tailored, individual learning plans for every student.

Curriculum & Educational Content Designer:

Created structured, multi-level learning workbooks, illustrated phonics guides, and interactive visual aids targeting foundational vocabulary (colors, animals, garments, daily routines).

Designed practical conversation prompts and real-world speaking scenarios to help adult learners overcome speaking anxiety and reduce hesitation.

Professional Communication & Client-Facing Background:

Leveraged prior experience in professional sales environments to coach adults in practical workplace communication, interview readiness, and clear interpersonal dialogue.

Core Qualifications & Methods:

Certified 120-Hour TEFL / TESOL

Methodologies: Total Physical Response (TPR) for young learners, Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), Systematic Phonics, and Conversational Error Correction.

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

30 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

English

School

English for adults

English as a second language (esl)

Grammar

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

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