Speak English with Confidence – Fun & Practical Conversation Classes & Tutoring
From 50.83 £ /h
I offer personalised English conversation and tutoring classes for anyone who wants to improve their speaking confidence, pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and overall communication skills. Whether you are learning English for travel, work, studies, interviews, relocation, or everyday life, lessons are adapted to your goals and level.
My classes focus on creating a relaxed and supportive environment where students feel comfortable speaking naturally and making progress at their own pace. Lessons can include:
Conversational English and fluency practice
Grammar and sentence structure
Pronunciation and listening skills
Vocabulary building
Reading and writing support
Exam preparation and homework help
Confidence building through real-life speaking practice
As someone with international teaching experience and a multicultural background, I enjoy helping students from different cultures feel motivated, supported, and engaged during lessons. I believe language learning should feel practical, encouraging, and enjoyable.
Each class is personalised to suit the student’s needs, interests, and learning style. Online and flexible scheduling available.
My classes focus on creating a relaxed and supportive environment where students feel comfortable speaking naturally and making progress at their own pace. Lessons can include:
Conversational English and fluency practice
Grammar and sentence structure
Pronunciation and listening skills
Vocabulary building
Reading and writing support
Exam preparation and homework help
Confidence building through real-life speaking practice
As someone with international teaching experience and a multicultural background, I enjoy helping students from different cultures feel motivated, supported, and engaged during lessons. I believe language learning should feel practical, encouraging, and enjoyable.
Each class is personalised to suit the student’s needs, interests, and learning style. Online and flexible scheduling available.
Extra information
Please have something to take notes with e.g. notebook/tablet. Please ensure you have a stable internet connection and headphones if possible and Teams or Zoom applications set up . Students are welcome to bring questions, homework, study materials, or specific topics they would like help with. Lessons are personalised, interactive, and adapted to your goals and English level in a supportive learning environment - mistakes are welcome and part of the learning process.
Location
Online from Switzerland
About Me
Hello! My name is Layla, and I am a warm, patient, and supportive English tutor with an international background and several years of teaching experience working with children, teenagers, and adults from different cultures and language levels.
I previously worked as a native English teacher in South Korea, Spain, and Colombia where I taught students of various ages in both group and one-on-one settings. During this time, I developed a teaching style that is adaptable, encouraging, and focused on helping students feel comfortable and confident while learning. I understand that every student learns differently, so I tailor lessons to suit individual goals, personalities, and learning styles.
I am also a language learner myself, so I truly understand both the excitement and the challenges that come with learning a new language. I know what it feels like to struggle with confidence, pronunciation, grammar, and speaking naturally in conversations. Because of this, I teach with patience, empathy, and encouragement, creating a safe space where students can learn without fear of making mistakes. Whether you want to improve your speaking skills, grammar, pronunciation, or vocabulary, I will support you step-by-step at your own pace.
I especially enjoy working with students who want to use English in real-life situations — for travel, work, relocation, studies, interviews, or everyday conversation. I also enjoy helping shy or nervous learners build confidence and develop a more natural speaking style.
As a teacher, I value patience, positivity, and genuine connection with my students. I believe learning a language should feel motivating, practical, and enjoyable rather than stressful or intimidating.
I look forward to helping you grow your English skills and confidence in a supportive and encouraging environment!
I previously worked as a native English teacher in South Korea, Spain, and Colombia where I taught students of various ages in both group and one-on-one settings. During this time, I developed a teaching style that is adaptable, encouraging, and focused on helping students feel comfortable and confident while learning. I understand that every student learns differently, so I tailor lessons to suit individual goals, personalities, and learning styles.
I am also a language learner myself, so I truly understand both the excitement and the challenges that come with learning a new language. I know what it feels like to struggle with confidence, pronunciation, grammar, and speaking naturally in conversations. Because of this, I teach with patience, empathy, and encouragement, creating a safe space where students can learn without fear of making mistakes. Whether you want to improve your speaking skills, grammar, pronunciation, or vocabulary, I will support you step-by-step at your own pace.
I especially enjoy working with students who want to use English in real-life situations — for travel, work, relocation, studies, interviews, or everyday conversation. I also enjoy helping shy or nervous learners build confidence and develop a more natural speaking style.
As a teacher, I value patience, positivity, and genuine connection with my students. I believe learning a language should feel motivating, practical, and enjoyable rather than stressful or intimidating.
I look forward to helping you grow your English skills and confidence in a supportive and encouraging environment!
Education
TESOL Certification (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), 2013, University of the Witwatersrand and INTESOL
-Completed training in English language teaching methodologies, lesson planning, student engagement, and teaching to non-native speakers of different ages and proficiency levels.
Bachelor of Science, 2016, Rhodes University
-Major and Distinction in Microbiology and Biochemistry
Integrative Health Coach Certification, 2019, Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN)
-Studied holistic nutrition, wellness, lifestyle coaching, and health education.
-Completed training in English language teaching methodologies, lesson planning, student engagement, and teaching to non-native speakers of different ages and proficiency levels.
Bachelor of Science, 2016, Rhodes University
-Major and Distinction in Microbiology and Biochemistry
Integrative Health Coach Certification, 2019, Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN)
-Studied holistic nutrition, wellness, lifestyle coaching, and health education.
Experience / Qualifications
Native English Teacher – South Korea (2018–2025)
Taught English to children and adults of various ages and language levels in both classroom and one-on-one settings. Planned engaging lessons focused on conversation, grammar, pronunciation, reading, and confidence building.
Private English Tutor & Conversation Teacher (2014–2017)
Provided personalised English tutoring and conversational practice for students with different learning goals, including school support, and professional communication.
Language Learner (Dutch, Spanish, Korean and German)
As a language learner myself, I empathise with the difficulties students face when building confidence, and improving pronunciation. This helps me teach with understanding, and practical communication-focused methods.
Multicultural & International Experience
Having lived and worked in different countries for over a decade, I understand the challenges of language and cultural adaptation. I create an encouraging, and supportive learning environment for students from diverse backgrounds.
Taught English to children and adults of various ages and language levels in both classroom and one-on-one settings. Planned engaging lessons focused on conversation, grammar, pronunciation, reading, and confidence building.
Private English Tutor & Conversation Teacher (2014–2017)
Provided personalised English tutoring and conversational practice for students with different learning goals, including school support, and professional communication.
Language Learner (Dutch, Spanish, Korean and German)
As a language learner myself, I empathise with the difficulties students face when building confidence, and improving pronunciation. This helps me teach with understanding, and practical communication-focused methods.
Multicultural & International Experience
Having lived and worked in different countries for over a decade, I understand the challenges of language and cultural adaptation. I create an encouraging, and supportive learning environment for students from diverse backgrounds.
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
90 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Skills
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -04:00)
New York
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
00-04
04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
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