Practice (Professional) English with a Native English Speaker

From 32.15 £ /h

I'm a native English speaker from the USA, living in Rotterdam. In my job as an engineer, I regularly help colleagues with their written and spoken English. I'm available to help you practice English on a regular basis on weeknights. I mainly work with students and professionals in technical fields who are interested in refining their English writing and speaking skills. I also speak fluent Dutch, as well as some Spanish and French, so I'm familiar with common English mistakes and understand what's causing them.

Examples of lessons:
- Reviewing written documents together, and identifying recurring errors (work emails, proposals, reports, etc.).
- General conversation practice, and presentation practice. I will listen, take notes, and provide feedback on pronunciation and grammar, while we discuss various topics.
- Practice speaking exercises in preparation for IELTS exams.
- Assistance with job applications (reviewing English CVs and cover letters).

I do not teach beginners courses in English, as I have a full-time job and this would require longer/more frequent lessons, and I do not have the training/background required to teach basic English.

If you're interested, I'd love to hear a bit more about what you'd like to learn, so I can tailor the lessons to your needs:
- What is your previous experience with English?
- Why are you improving your English?
- Do you have any specific goals? (e.g. certain topics you would like to be able to speak/write about)

For our first lesson we can meet at a cafe/park/library/online, and after that, we can choose the location that makes the most sense.

Extra information

Bring printed writing samples or presentation materials (if relevant).

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Around Rotterdam, Netherlands

Around Delft, Netherlands

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Adults (18-64 years old)

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Dutch

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English

English for adults

English as a second language (esl)

Grammar

Public speaking

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Improve your CV/resume, cover letters, LinkedIn profile, thesis, and papers with a native English speaker

30.37 £ /h

Are you applying for a job, study, or grant which requires a professional level of English? Then it's important that your application be error free and clearly communicate your strengths and motivations.

Over the past five years I've helped dozens of colleagues, friends, and clients improve their job and study applications (CVs, cover letters, essays), prepare for interviews, and practice presentations. By working together to edit your documents, we'll identify common mistakes and opportunities for improvement. I can also help you customize your CV and cover letter to meet specific position requirements, which can greatly improve your chance of being selected or invited for an interview.

As a working professional (I'm an engineer), I have plenty of experience applying to and interviewing with various types of companies. I also have experience on the other side of the table, scanning CVs, reading cover letters, and interviewing applicants.

I look forward to working with you!

Marcelo

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A qualified language coach with 25 years of experience offers intensive Dutch lessons in a small class or online.

I give many Dutch NT2 lessons to expats and in preparation for an integration exam.
Specialized in guiding for the State Exam I and II. Special exam coach.

In January 2025 I will also start with groups again. We have a great classroom in the center of Rotterdam, near metro station Beurs, lessons with small homogeneous groups (little difference in level).

We mainly go for quality and not just running a lesson. I am really involved in the progress of the student. In addition to teaching, I want to do everything to really motivate students to take the next step. That is my strength!

You can also choose the online lesson package with Whereby, Teams or Zoom in a comfortable way. Online classes are one-on-one or maximum one-on-two, for better results.

My English is fluent, as well as Portuguese and Spanish. I understand the difficulties of overcoming barriers for Latin languages and for expats in general, as I have also been an expat.

Online lessons last 75 minutes once a week for 10 weeks to reach a higher level.

This is the normal speed. Including exam training (A-2 or Staatsexamen) and exam at the end.

Intensive training ? That can also be done in five to ten full days, I am used to giving these very intensive trainings to CEOs or managers who want it faster and more intensive ... all lessons within 3 or 4 weeks. Based on the European system A-1, A-2, B-1, B-2 and C-1

As soon as students want to further improve their knowledge of Dutch, I always advise and coach them to take the State Exam I or II, the only formal Certificate in this country, recognized by employers and universities.

I will try to switch to conversation after a few lessons, to put your knowledge into practice as soon as possible. Don't get too caught up in the grammar.

Teaching is my ultimate passion and even after 25 years it feels like the first time and students always feel inspired to overcome the obstacles.

I also teach you about Dutch social culture, which is intertwined in the course and is strongly related to the language.

Davide

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NL

Hi! I am a private Italian teacher (native speaker) and I offer lessons from beginner (no previous knowledge) to advanced. I studied linguism at university and I am passionate about languages! The lessons program will be structured according to the student's needs and following a learn-by-doing method, mostly based on conversation and real-life language use. I will always make sure that your learning experience is fun and as varied as possible!
Contact me to know all the possibilities about the organization of the lessons, flexibility is my plus!

NOTE: My schedule is not "up to date" here, so please contact me for my availability!

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Hi! I am a private teacher of Italian (a native speaker) offering lessons from basic (no prior knowledge) to advanced. I have studied linguistics principles at the University and I am passionate about languages! The lessons' program will be structured according to the student's needs and following a learn-by-doing approach, mostly based on conversation and real-life language usage. I will always make sure that your learning experience is enjoyable and make it as varied as possible!
Contact me to know all the possibilities about the lessons' organization, flexibility is my plus!

NOTE: my schedule on Apprentus is not updated, please contact me for my availability!

Khalid

4.84

(43)

I'm offering Arabic lessons in Rotterdam for adults and kids. I was born in Morocco and Arabic is my mother language. I can teach you how to speak, how to read and if you like how to write as well, So if you are interested leave me a message. See you soon:)
NB.I teach online or offline. Arabic, English,French

Florencia

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✨ Over 10 years of experience teaching English to students of all ages and levels.
Certified, dynamic, and fully focused on creating a 100% personalized approach to help you achieve your academic, professional, or personal goals.

🎯 How can I help you?

Travel English or preparing to relocate abroad.
Technical English for IT, Medicine, Kinesiology, Accounting, Marketing, Business, and Sciences.
Preparation for meetings, presentations, and conferences.
Improving your CV and practicing job interviews in English.
Preparation for international exams (IELTS, FCE, CAE).
Academic and scientific writing.
Student visa applications and admission to universities abroad.

💡 My methodology:

1:1 lessons or small groups (ask about rates).
Materials provided.
Continuous feedback.
Dynamic, practical, and motivating classes.

🌍 I will be your bridge to English—helping you communicate with confidence and understand local culture in English-speaking countries.

👉 I’m passionate about seeing my students gain the confidence to express their ideas in another language.

Let’s start your journey together!

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✨ Más de 10 años de experiencia enseñando inglés a estudiantes de todas las edades y niveles.
Certificada, dinámica y con un enfoque 100% personalizado para que logres tus metas académicas, profesionales o personales.

🎯 ¿En qué puedo ayudarte?

Viajar como turista o mudarte al extranjero.
Inglés técnico en áreas como TI, Medicina, Kinesiología, Contabilidad, Marketing, Negocios y Ciencias.
Preparación para reuniones, presentaciones y conferencias.
Optimizar tu CV y entrevistas en inglés.
Preparación para exámenes internacionales (IELTS, FCE, CAE).
Escritura de artículos académicos y científicos.
Postulación para visas de estudiante o ingreso a universidades en el extranjero.

💡 Mi metodología:

Clases 1:1 o en grupos pequeños (consulta tarifas).
Materiales incluidos.
Feedback continuo.
Clases dinámicas, prácticas y motivadoras.

🌍Seré tu puente hacia el inglés, te ayudaré a comunicarte con confianza y entender la cultura local en países anglófonos.

👉 Me apasiona ver cómo mis estudiantes alcanzan la confianza para expresar sus ideas en otro idioma.

¡Comencemos tu viaje juntos!

Veghar

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Who is your teacher?
Teaching is an Art and a Knowledge! Anybody can know a language but everybody cannot teach it!

I am the affiliated researcher at the university with a 16 - year experience as a teacher, supervisor, editor - teaching Academic and General English, supervising and training the staff, at 3 public and private universities, 2 schools and 6 institutes.

I got my master in ELT - English Language Teaching and I have the certificate of "Teaching Methods".
I know 5 languages and I am learning my 6th language at the moment.

What do you want to learn?

A. English for the school students

Can't you still use the time and tenses in English Correctly?
Do you have problems using the adverbs of manner, time, frequency?
Can't you broaden easily your vocabulary knowledge?
...
Don't worry ! I am here to do it together!

B. Academic English

Are you a purchase agent working for an International company?
Do you need to have a good command of Business English to be able to negotiate, make orders, translate or make contracts and you do not know how to manage it? What are the essential terms you should know to succeed in Business English? (A to Z of Business English)

Do you have to publish your paper in English? Do you have to write your PhD or Master thesis in English? (Writing: Paragraph writing - Essay Writing)

Are you a student of Law? Do you need to learn and be able to translate legal texts? (English for the students of Law)

Have you recently applied for a job as a flight attendant and you are becoming ready to take the exam? (Aviation Technical English)

Do you have to take the International TOEFL and IELTS exam?

Then Welcome!!! We will do this together!

Juliette

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(43)

I can help with any English learning needs you have, my speciality is primary school age but I will also work with younger kids, teens, and adults.

I have a Bachelors of science in Speech and Language and a TEFL certificate from myTEFL.

You will learn in a fun and natural way that is useful for real life.

Ellen

4.84

(43)

Teaching kindergarten through age 12. Experienced in younger children. English is taught using many different tools as well as spending time together doing different activities. Lessons are planned based on age. Homework or activities are given to older children.
At present I offer online lessons due to Covid-19 situation.

Nilam

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(43)

Hello Chefs to be,
I am really fond of cooking and would love to share the art of cooking I learned in India.
This class is specifically designed for Indian deserts including festival dishes.
Let me know if this sounds good to you and i would be more than happy to try out some dishes with you.

Dilan

4.84

(43)

Do you want to learn German from a native?

I can teach you German depending on your needs. Wether you want to practice your grammar or speech and conversational skills (or all) is up to you. At first we would determine your level and wishes, from then on I will teach you with my study material and we will practice together. I have build my study material while living abroad in Spain. There I had students from all ages that I thought German to. I always try to incorporate creativity and fun into my lessons. Homework is also a recommended part of the lessons.

The classes can be held in person in Rotterdam or online!

I can fully adapt the course to your preferences. Just let me know your wishes :)

I am looking forward to hearing from you!
Ich freue mich, von dir zu hören!

Rob

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(43)

I'm a native English speaker from Canada, currently living in Prague, with many years of ESL and university teaching experience. I can help you gain confidence and improve skills through stimulating, content-based lessons with varieties of topics, activities and materials, designed and adapted to your level, interests, and requirements, and what you and I together feel we want and need to work on flexibly week by week.

I work with intermediate to advanced students (B1-C2), with most of my students interested in conversation/communication English (focusing on speaking and listening skills, and including improving vocabulary, fluency, pronunciation, and grammar), but I’m also happy to work with students on writing and reading.

My teaching style is engaging, creative and friendly—I try to make every lesson an interesting and enjoyable one. But I’m also professional, prepared, organized, and reliable. I rarely use a textbook—some students enjoy primarily having conversation without other resources needed, but I also often use songs, videos, and texts of various kinds to provide a wide variety of topics, new vocabulary, varieties of listening practice, etc., and I also use varieties of ESL material from various internet sources as well.

Kristi

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(43)

I offer private and group classes to help you learn English in a relaxed and engaging way. Each class is tailor-made to your needs. I have over 10 years teaching language to students ages 5-70. I know that learning a language is necessary and can be tough. However, I truly want every student to succeed, feel confident and enjoy the process.

Tuana

4.84

(43)

Do you have a Turkish partner and you want to communicate better?
Do you work with Turks and you want to improve your relations?
Are you fascinated with Turkish culture and want to learn more?
Or for any other reason, I got you!
Formal, informal, casual. Depending on your needs, I prepare a program special for you, and you learn exactly what you need.
I am a native Turkish speaker who has lived in Rotterdam for 5 years.
I lived in many different countries and learned many different languages. I have a natural talent for learning and teaching languages, and understanding people's cultures and needs, therefore I know how to detect what one needs to learn a language quickly, and more efficiently.

Mohammad

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My name is Mohamed from Syria, and I hold a degree in Business Administration. My journey with the English language began with a deep passion for learning it. Through dedication and hard work, I mastered the language using Cambridge curricula and other studies, achieving an advanced academic level (C1). This accomplishment inspired me to turn my passion into a mission, becoming an English teacher to support students eager to learn.

For the past three years, I have been volunteering as an English teacher in a non-profit organization, teaching both beginner-level students starting from scratch and intermediate levels (B1-B2).

My Teaching Approach:
I believe that learning English should be enjoyable and easy to apply in everyday life. My teaching method focuses on:

- Simplifying Grammar: Presenting rules in a clear and straightforward manner.
- Improving Speaking Skills: Developing conversational fluency with an emphasis on pronunciation and accent improvement.
- Interactive Activities: Using diverse educational activities to engage students.
- Practical Application: Addressing all aspects of the language that one might need in daily life, whether as a student or for other personal and professional purposes.

Venera

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I am a TEFL-certified English teacher who is excited to help you achieve all of the goals you have set for yourself on the journey of learning English. I combine elements of traditional methodologies with some less traditional methods and approaches that I have extracted from my own experience with learning, as I am someone who speaks several different languages and am therefore very familiar with this process and what it takes to get better at a new language. I look forward to showing you how simultaneously efficient and fun learning a new language can be.

Magdalena

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Would you like to improve your Polish or English in a friendly and supportive environment? I offer personalized language lessons that focus on practical communication, vocabulary building, and grammar support, tailored to your current level and goals.

Whether you're preparing for travel, work, or studies, or just want to improve your speaking confidence, I will adapt the lessons to your needs. I have experience tutoring both adults and children, and I always make sure the lessons are engaging, effective, and fun.

Lessons are available in Polish (native speaker) or English (fluent, academic level).