Living in Basildon? See English tutors' reviews & videos

Hi there! I’m Debbie and live in South Africa.

I’m a qualified teacher with a bachelor’s degree and a CELTA qualification from Cambridge - for teaching English as a foreign language. I have over 30 years of experience teaching English in classrooms and online to ALL levels of learners.

I specialize in improving fluency and confidence in daily conversation at home and at work. My approach is holistic which means we will use relevant topics and speaking tasks to learn new words and practice language skills.

My goal is that you improve!

I understand that speaking English fluently and naturally is YOUR goal and that you might need help in a particular area – like grammar accuracy or pronunciation and intonation, or a wider set of active vocabulary. You may struggle with listening or reading or writing. These are all areas I can help you improve – once we have identified what you need.

We’ll use a shared document to record your growing vocabulary and highlight areas you need to fix. You will have a written record of every lesson with notes and tips that I will provide. Lessons will be conversational and fun but also informative. After every lesson you will get detailed and constructive feedback from me, so you know exactly what to work on.

On a personal note, I enjoy travelling with my family and spending time in nature. We have a dog, a few goldfish and 2 adorable guineapigs that keep us company at home. I love connecting with people from all over the world so meeting you is something I’m really looking forward to! 

Book a lesson and let’s get going on your language journey!

Hi there! I'm a Native English Teacher from the Unites Sates, with over 12 years of experience teaching students from all over the world. Not only a teacher, but a lover of languages, I speak 3 languages fluently and 5 languages in total. I grew up speaking English and Spanish, and after completing my studies, I decided to move to Hong Kong, where I learned Cantonese (southern Chinese) and taught English for 9 years.

In Hong Kong I taught conversational English as well as English in theater, with an emphasis on natural flowing speech and emotional expression within the dialogues, erasing those old monotone/ robotic style of speaking habits a lot of students picked up in school (no disrespect to the schools! They’ve served their purpose!) I've also taught poetry for students to balance the very technical, Left-brain dominant grammar based lesson with a more expressive, Right-brain dominant and playful form like music and poetry, and theater.

One thing that sets me apart from most English teachers is that I know what it’s like first hand to work and live in a foreign language environment as I've also performed staged dramas in Cantonese! I certainly do know what it’s like to be on stage with all eyes on you, a bunch of native speakers listening to me, who has just learned to speak it a few years ago only! It’s nerve racking at first, but then once you do it, it’s one of the most liberating things you could ever do for your speaking confidence. You really see that communication goes way beyond words! In this era more than ever, communication is key. 

To me, learning a language is like a combination between singing a song, practicing a sport, and getting a new passport! It truly opens up a whole new world of opportunity and self expression. Being able to express yourself calmly, confidently, accurately and most important – creatively, this is the gift I wish to give all of my students.

Hi, I am Harriet, a native English speaker and qualified teacher with over 20 years teaching experience.

The lessons are structured around you as an individual and start with finding out what you want to learn or improve and why. We will then agree a plan of interesting and challenging activities to help you meet your goals. I teach general conversation skills, including increasing confidence and learning new vocabulary, and Business English. I have helped many students successfully prepare for job interviews or to take on new roles. I can also help you prepare for language tests and focus on pronunciation.

The lessons will be lively and varied, using a range of methods, materials and contexts. We will regularly review your progress and goals and I will suggest activities outside of class to help you practice what you have learnt. I am experienced in teaching beginners to advanced level students from teenagers to adults. I have Masters degrees in Creative Writing and Psychology and so am able to use and teach both creative and academic language skills. 

 I live in Hove in southeast England and also spend a lot of time in Lisbon, Portugal. I am trying to learn Portuguese and finding it challenging but fun.  I love meeting new people and finding out about them and what motivates them. I enjoy reading, eating out, drinking coffee, walking, exploring new places, TV and movies and talking to people. I look forward to meeting you and taking our first lesson together!

Hello! I'm Julian. I am from South Africa. I have a 420-hour TEFL Diploma (Level 5) which is equivalent to a CELTA-qualification. I specialise in Business English, Job Interview Preparation and Conversational Fluency. My speciality is helping business professionals express their ideas more clearly and confidently. 

 I am a professional and well-organized teacher who can:

✔ create lessons which are both enjoyable and challenging

✔ easily adapt to the needs of my students  

✔ immediately identify problem areas in your communication that needs improvement.  

✔ offer constructive feedback which helps you to improve from lesson to lesson.  

✔ create a learning plan to track your progress

Many of my students have shared their success stories after having classes with me. Some of these stories include being able to do a presentation in English for the first time, participating effectively in business meetings, closing a deal in a negotiation and passing a job interview. 

Active learning 👌 (= learning by doing) is the foundation of all my classes and is the best way to improve your English level. There are NO boring lectures in my classes. Some learning activities include:  

✔ Real-life simulations, scenarios, games, roleplays and case-studies to practice skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making.  

✔ Mock job interviews that reflect the actual situation you will experience.  

✔ Conversational English targeting skills such as opinion sharing, critical thinking, fluency building and active listening.

About Me: Hello! I'm Tony. I'm from North East Scotland. I'm a TEFL and CeOLT certified English teacher and I love learning languages and helping people succeed with their goals so that they can achieve what they want from life. I want you to succeed. Together, we will make that happen! 

• Do you feel like your English is still not as good as you want it to be?
• Do you feel anxious, nervous or lack confidence when you have to speak English?
• Do you feel that it's difficult to understand people because they talk too fast or that you're missing the words you need to express yourself?
• Do you need someone to help you achieve the level of English you've always dreamed of? Then my lessons are for you!​

In my lessons I will:

• Create lessons that will target areas of English you don't have confidence in.
• Send you a document after every lesson with corrections for things you say + explanations for the corrections.
• Give pronunciation and accent reduction assistance if you want to sound more native.
• Make sure you learn something new every lesson and that you're comfortable and enjoying English!

Let's work together, so we can remove "Learning English" from your 'to do' list. 

Book a trial now and let's have fun mastering English!  :) 

Hi, I’m Rob, a native English speaking teacher from Canada currently living in Prague, Czech Republic, with 20 years of ESL and university teaching experience. 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, including fluency, vocabulary, pronunciation and intonation, and grammar), but I’m also happy to work with students on writing and reading.

My teaching style is relaxed, friendly, and engaging—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 mainly enjoy having conversation, but I also often use videos and texts of various kinds and even songs to provide a wide variety of topics, new vocabulary, varieties of listening practice, etc., and lessons are individually designed to each student’s level, interests, and requirements.

I’ve taught English in Vietnam and Czech Republic since 2016 and also have 12 years of Canadian university teaching experience in cultural history and in architecture/design. I’m also a writer-artist-designer. I received a professional architecture degree in 1989 and the Trinity College Level 5 English teaching certification in 2019. I’m a native English speaker with an easy-to-understand, neutral Canadian accent.

For the last 2 years, most of my English teaching has been online, though I also enjoy teaching non-virtually. I primarily use and recommend the Zoom platform for online teaching for its reliability, video/sound quality, and support for varieties of teaching resources. Students can use Zoom from their browser or by downloading the app on your computer or phone/tablet (but use of the app on your computer is recommended for the best quality).

So, if this sounds like what you’re looking for, I invite you to sign up for a trial lesson with me, and we’ll take it from there …

Hello, my name is Natalie. I am a 27 year old attorney who has a passion for teaching. I am an avid reader and I enjoy a good romance novel. I love traveling and meeting new people. I enjoy learning about other cultures and I am keen to get to know all of you.

I have 5 years of experience in tutoring English and an additional 2 years of experience tutoring legal and business English. I am a fun, interactive and dynamic teacher who is able to adapt the lesson according to each student's needs. I am a kind and understanding teacher who is able to bring out the best in my students.

Book your lesson with me so that I can assist you in learning English expeditiously. I focus on grammar, spelling, pronunciation and conversational skills. I will teach you how to articulate words clearly. I work well with students who are looking to improve their English skills for work and business. I am able to work with beginners and advanced level students. Please book a lesson with me to begin your journey to better English.

Hi there! My name is Alessia and I'm a certified English teacher from Canada. I've been living in Lucca, Italy for the past seven years and I love it! 

I've been teaching for over seven years now. In 2016 I completed my TESOL certificate and shortly thereafter began teaching at a private elementary school. I've worked with people ages 5-55 and my favourite thing about teaching is getting to know people from different cultures and learning all about their customs and traditions. My second favourite thing is seeing my students succeed and achieve their language goals! 

My approach to teaching depends on the individual needs of my students. Each lesson is customized to the unique goals of my students. That being said, you can definitely expect homework in my classes! For conversation lessons, we'll focus on using media to expand your vocabulary and spend the entire lesson speaking about different topics. For those who need a grammar brush-up, we'll use various books to support your learning but still focus on conversation to help you fully integrate what you've just learned! 

I also have experience preparing students for the IELTS exam for both immigration and academic purposes. I absolutely love the IELTS exam in that it provides students with a real challenge and something to aspire to. I have a wide variety of resources that I use to help you prepare which cover everything from grammar and vocabulary to the actual "how-to's" of writing the exam. If you are interested in working with me on exam prep, I suggest AT LEAST 3-6 months to prepare properly for the exam since you'll not only need to improve your language skills but also your exam-taking skills. 

I'm looking forward to getting to know you and supporting you to reach your language goals! 

👩‍🏫 Background:

• I'm a TESOL-certified English instructor with a passion for teaching 🇺🇸
• I completed my education in the United States 🎓
• I had the opportunity to study abroad in Istanbul, Turkey, for a semester, immersing myself in a new culture and language 🌍

🌎 International English Teaching:

• I've provided more than 3000 hours of online English instruction to learners from all over the world 🌐
• My students come from countries like Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Serbia, Poland, Saudi Arabia, Dubai, Turkey, Peru, Canada, and China 🌍
• Connecting with people from different backgrounds and cultures has been incredibly rewarding 🌟
• I also assist with IELTS preparation to help students achieve their exam goals 🎯

🗣️ Teaching Approach:

• In my lessons, I usually encourage my students to speak as much as possible, regardless of their English level 🗨️
• The classes primarily focus on conversation because I believe speaking is the fastest way to learn or improve a language 🗣️
• We'll learn new idioms, expressions, and phrasal verbs through mini exercises and use them in conversational style 📚
• Each lesson covers a different subject to keep things interesting 📖
• I'll provide feedback on grammar and pronunciation while expanding your vocabulary 📝
• My ultimate goal is to help you improve your English and sound like a native speaker because I understand the commitment required to learn a new language 🎯

💼 Digital Marketing Courses:

• In addition to teaching English, I have taught digital marketing courses 📈
• I enjoy staying up to date with the latest trends and techniques in this field and sharing my knowledge with others 📊

🧘 Yoga Teaching:

• I've also been teaching yoga to children for the past two years 🧘‍♀️
• I've noticed similarities between teaching yoga and teaching English; both require patience, empathy, motivation, and inspiration 💪

🚀 Ready to Start?

• If you're ready to embark on a fun and rewarding language learning journey or need assistance with IELTS preparation, let's get started! 🌟

Would you like to improve your Academic English skills? Are you preparing to come to the United States? Do you need to prepare for the TOEFL exam? Do you need to improve your public speaking skills or academic writing? Would you like to improve your communication ability while getting familiar with the culture in the US? I specialize in Academic English, especially writing and speaking skills, along with TOEFL Exam Preparation classes. I can also support you in your ongoing academic communication needs. We will explore your needs and devise a plan for your growth in Academic English over a series of lessons.

I am here to help you as you pursue your goals for excellence in Academic English! Grow in your ability to communicate more accurately, confidently, and fluently. This means better grades, a better future, and better career options. Book a trial lesson today!

About Me:
I have a degree in Brain & Cognitive Sciences from MIT, one of the premier research institutions in the world, and I am very familiar with the academic world in the US. I have an extensive background in non-profit organization management, especially in grassroots movements and education-related work. I've also worked as a writing consultant and math tutor/teacher. I speak Spanish at an intermediate level and Mandarin at a beginner level. I love connecting with people across cultures and building bridges between them.

I am also interested in morality & ethics in STEM fields, travel, linguistics, spoken word poetry, music composition, history & cultural studies, faith & spirituality, racial justice & reconciliation, and the NBA...I love basketball.