CELTA-Certified English Teacher in Zurich | Business & Conversational English

From 92 C$ /h

I am a dedicated and passionate teacher committed to helping my students gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to succeed in their careers and personal growth. Drawing on my varied life experiences, I create imaginative and engaging lessons that inspire curiosity and creativity. I am a compassionate listener who values each student as an individual and adapts my approach to support
their unique needs. Whether working collaboratively as part of a team or independently, I bring an organised, caring, and approachable manner that helps me connect effectively with students at all
levels.

Extra information

Totally flexible, can work on any material you wish and can provide any material you need.

Location

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At student's location :

Around Zürich (Kreis 2), Switzerland

At teacher's location :

Waldistrasse, Adliswil, Switzerland

Online from Switzerland

About Me

I am a passionate teacher, who strives to give my students all the knowledge and guidance they will need to further their own careers and lives. I use my own varied life experiences, to make imaginative and creative focused lessons. I am a sympathetic listener, who treats each student as an individual. I am adept at working as an organized team member, or on my own initiative. I have a friendly and caring approach to people, which enables me to communicate with all levels of students.

Education

SDS German Exam A2.2 2022
BA (Honours) Degree English Language and Literature. 2010/13
(Part time through Open University completed year one, two and three)
CELTA (Trinity) 2006
Basic Sea Survival – QE2 Cruise Line (Cunard). 1996
First Aid Certificate. 1996
Hotel and Catering Supervisory Management. 1996
National Examination Board for Supervisory Management. 1996
HCIMA – Credit in Food and Beverage Operations. 1995
GCSE English Language/Oral Communication. 1994
Full Driving Licence. 1989
Hotel and Catering Industry English Speaking Board. 1988
GCSE’s – Chemistry, Home Economics. 1986
CSE’s – English Language, Mathematics, History, Art. 1986

Experience / Qualifications

2019 – To Present Part time English / Business Language Teacher at Berlitz, Zurich,
2013 – Aug 2019 Part time Business Language Teacher at English Gallery, Bern, CH.
2012 – July 2019 Part time English / Business Language Teacher at Inlingua, Zurich, CH.
2013 – Aug 2014 IB English A: Language and Literature. Juventus Gruppe, Zurich, CH.
2009 – June 2012 Full time English teacher at Espanole International House, Valencia.
2009 – July 2012 English summer school / Saturday teacher at Caxton College, Valencia.
2008 – June 2009 Full time English teacher at Euroenglish Academy, Valencia, Spain.
2008 – June 2009 Part time English teacher at Berlitz Academy for English, Valencia.
2008 – July 2008 English summer school teacher for Caxton College, Valencia, Spain.
2007 – June 2008 Full time English teacher at Euroenglish Academy, Valencia, Spain.
2007 – June 2008 Part time English teacher at Berlitz Academy for English, Valencia.
May 2007 – Sep 2007 Part time English teacher at LSI Brighton, UK.
2007 – Sep 2007 Volunteer English teacher for the Migrant English Project, Brighton.
2004 – Sep 2007 Asda Brighton Marina. Assistant Manager.
Sep 2003 – July 2006 Manager at Martha’s Barn Sofa and Furniture specialists.
2000 – Sep 2003 Assistant Restaurant Manager. The Grand Hotel, Brighton. AA*****
1999 – Sep 2000 Restaurant Manager/Assistant. Stratford Manor. Warwick Rd. AA****
1998 – July 1999 Headwaiter for Maritime Hotel Management Ltd, aboard the TSS The
Topaz and Louise Cruise Lines aboard the SS Sapphire and TSS Emerald.
Feb Nov Sep May 1997 – Mar 1998 Supervisor / Silver Service Waiter. Queen Elizabeth 2 (Cunard).
1996 – Feb 1997 Restaurant Manager. Fitzgerald’s Restaurant, Wollaston, Stourbridge.
1996 – Nov 1996 Silver Service Waiter. Queen Elizabeth 2 Cruise Ship (Cunard).

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

45 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

English

School

English for adults

English as a second language (esl)

Grammar

Communication skills

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

At teacher's location and via webcam

At student's home

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04-08

08-12

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20-24

English Language / Business Language Teacher/Tutor

82 C$ /h

I am a qualified CELTA native English teacher, who has been teaching English for over seventeen years, twelve of
which have been in Zurich.
I have a very wide and varied background, with a wealth of knowledge and experience to
teach and share with my students. For me teaching is more than a job, it’s about giving my
students the skills they need to achieve their goals in life.
I am a completely competent teacher, who has taught all levels from 4 year olds up to
adults. I have taught Cambridge exam classes including preparation for PET, KET, FCE,
CAE, BEC and Trinity exams, furthermore, IB English A: Language and Literature and
TOEFL. In addition, business classes, as well as one to ones to all levels tailored to meet each
individual students needs.

Olga

5.0

(4)

I specialize in teaching children and adults. I make learning creative and fun and completely tailor made to each student's learning style and strengths. I place a strong emphasis on intuitive learning through speaking and reading and I let the grammar and vocabulary knowledge build naturally. I do follow textbooks when required but I also lesson plan around it, using the student's interests to make the class interesting.

Patrick

5.0

(4)

I am a primary school teacher who specializes in working on the individual potential for special needs kids from 7-18 years old. I am a citizen of USA Switzerland and Peru. I have previously assisted in lower , middle and upper school in order to have a broad overview in regards to subjects and individual growth potentials. I teach or assist in no particular order: German, English, Spanish, French, Social Siences, History, Math. I am a recommended tutor for the Zurich International School and Swiss International School in Switzerland since 2005. Please feel free to ask me for any further information.

Céline

5.0

(4)

I taught History, Geography and History of Arts in French high schools for almost 10 years. A qualified teacher (Agrégation d'Histoire), I have a lot of experience teaching teenagers, and I can help students who learn French as a foreign language, as well as francophone students from LFZ.

Nesrine

5.0

(4)

I am happy to help you learn the French language: 📚written or 🎤🎧oral or both. It depends on your needs.

I follow the institut Français programmes to design my course.
Through videos, audios, images, texts, songs, stories... learners will learn how to listen, speak, read, and write in French.

You will be comfortable and motivated. There will be no stress or routine. I am patient and a good listener.

If you want to improve your French skills, or you have an exam or homework, contact me💐 🏵️

Natasha

5.0

(4)

English Tutoring for pre-school and primary school-aged children in the Zurich area with a native English-speaking teacher from England.

Would you like to give your child a head start in reading? I will gladly support your child in their academic development learning to read and write in English.

Would your child like to feel more confident with their schoolwork?
Perhaps they would benefit from improving their confidence in speaking as well as their reading, writing and grammar skills.

Small groups/siblings classes together on special request.
Prices include my travel costs (at your location) or room rental (at the Zurich city location).

Eileen

5.0

(4)

Assisting primary and secondary school children with verbal and reading skills in English. Building confidence in conversation skills and vocabulary advancement in both older students and adults. All lessons given use my vast array of educational materials, and I make sure they are both relevant and enjoyable.

Qamille

5.0

(4)

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION (IN BRIEF):
➤ Objective
Take control of your communication and transform your public speaking into powerful tools of influence. Whether it's to persuade in public, negotiate, manage conflict, or capture attention, it's not just about self-confidence... but about precise techniques and measurable impact.

➤ What you will learn
-Perfect your rhetoric, wit and public speaking skills (voice, breath, diction, emotions, gaze, gestures, charisma).
️ -Develop clear, impactful communication adapted to each context (meeting, telephone, presentation, negotiation, interview).
- Decode and apply the techniques of great leaders: body language, storytelling, persuasion.
️ -Transform your emotions and hypersensitivity into communication assets.
-Managing delicate situations: conflicts, objections, unexpected questions, negotiations.
️ -Strengthen your leadership, image and charisma.

➤ Methodology
Each session is based on:
️ -Practical scenarios inspired by your real experiences.
️ -Simulations filmed, commented on and analyzed together to progress faster.
️ -Concrete tools (non-violent communication, NLP, emotional intelligence, persuasion techniques).
️ -A personalized approach tailored to your goals and obstacles.

➤ Result
️From 2 to 3 sessions (2025 study):
-️More confidence and ease in front of an audience.
-️A structured, impactful and memorable speech.
-️An increased ability to convince, persuade and inspire.
-️The pleasure of speaking... rather than apprehension.

➤ In short: Turn your words into a formidable asset. Go from stress to impact, from hesitation to charisma. Ready to take your communication to the next level?

DETAILED DESCRIPTION:
➤Take control of your communication and make a lasting impression!
Do you want to be more convincing in public? Manage your personal and professional interactions with ease? Transform your public speaking into real levers of influence and persuasion?
Whether it's for negotiating, arguing, improvising, managing conflicts or capturing attention, it's not just about self-confidence, but about techniques and impact.

➤Improve your public speaking skills, better manage your personal/professional communication and the resulting conflicts, master negotiation techniques (...): your communication goals may be diverse, and the aim of these sessions is precisely to support you in achieving them. So, how do you deliver a clear message, be impactful, stand out, and leave a lasting impression?

➤ Whether your objective is personal or professional, speaking is a predominantly physical activity, relying on a body, a voice, a breath, a rhythm (diction), an emotion and above all techniques, tools, a method, a know-how, reflecting the speaker's involvement in his speech.

➤ On the telephone, in a meeting, in front of a client, his family (...), relevant and successful speaking must always be effective and efficient, with clear, simple and impactful messages, creating a balance between the message received and message sent. Coherence between form and content. The important thing in communication is not the confidence we have in ourselves, but the appearance of confidence we exude. It’s also not about being structured or coherent but simply about appearing to be so. And to do this, there are targeted tools.

➤ So, how do you listen and be listened to, convince/persuade and be impactful, challenge and leave an impression, enhance your content, address your audience relevantly and optimize the quality & clarity of the exchange/message? It is precisely a question of going through, applying and deploying practical and effective techniques of oral presentation, simple intervention or 'one to one' exchange, aiming to challenge one's audience or interlocutor, taking care of both the content and the form. , all in a professional or personal setting. Here again, there is a range of precise verbal and non-verbal communication techniques which, once modernized and brought up to date, will be put to the service of your reality. Allowing you to move from fear to pleasure in front of the public.

➤ Thus, mastered, the practical method allows, through a set of simulations and scenarios based on your daily experience supporting pragmatic & concrete techniques, to improve self-confidence, self-assurance, ease by overcoming discomfort and controlling his emotion in public. But also to work on your leadership & charisma, in a context where empathy and emotional intelligence are at the service of communication.

➤ So, in this context, after having precisely defined your objective and reviewed the obstacles encountered, here are some examples of themes covered through concrete techniques and a targeted methodology:
✓Practical tools to perfect your rhetoric/repartee
✓Decode and use the practical communication tools of great leaders
✓Fundamentals (practices) of eloquence but also of oratorical art (intonation, gaze, gestures, elocution, range, emotions, pronunciation, development of one's own style of charisma, etc.) to ensure consistency between content and the form
✓Fundamentals of Body Language to support and not interfere with the speech while being convinced & convincing.
✓ Highlighting their speech & promoting their speaking to arouse interest, by building on their strengths.
✓Creation of a coherence between the message emitted & the message received in order to improve its speech and in fact, its professional/personal relations.
✓Management of Q&A sessions & external reactions during an intervention or an oral exchange.
✓Practical tools to put your interlocutor at ease and appear friendly/interested.
✓To succeed in a negotiation/mediation.
✓On the one hand, learning to say 'no' simply in three steps AND on the other hand, getting people to say 'yes'.
✓To turn sentences into positive AND constructive.
✓To manage conflicts (eg 'assertive' communication techniques, eg CNV techniques - Non Violent Communication).
✓To put NLP (neuro-linguistic programming) at the service of communication.
✓To adopt effective, simple, fair and engaging language.
✓To use sentences, turns of phrase & expressions allowing to be precise, simple, effective & challenging.
✓To manage your personal & professional relationships with, for example, the preparation of your ratings.
✓Make your hypersensitivity a strength to tame your abilities.
✓Listening proactively and expressing / conveying ideas / message clearly.
✓ Avoid letting your emotions show through and propose a constructive solution to problems, while drawing on your own relational skills.
✓Be better equipped to recognize and immediately remedy situations that weaken their authority and affect their ability to communicate effectively.
✓Enhance their potential for expression and creativity (often underestimated until now) and 'apparent' sociability
✓Develop not necessarily self-confidence, but the 'appearance' of self-confidence, refine one's listening to respond adequately, open up to the resources of the imagination, free oneself from the rational to then structure one's speech.
✓Relate their communication objectives (project, institution, values, ideas, demands, etc.) to the form of their expression.
✓Learn and put into practice persuasive communication techniques and better understand the perception that others have of oneself. In order to improve his skills of 'self-presentation' and conveyed image.
✓Practical techniques to foster the engagement of the other party.
✓Strengthen the structure of its communication and develop a convincing argument in order to sell its ideas and projects.
✓ Optimizing internal and external relationships are professional fundamentals, so the structure of meetings, dialogue within the company, and mastery of change communication are invaluable.

(...)

➤ In addition, you will leave with concrete and immediately useful tools, developed in the form of practical lightning modules: learning to say no, getting a delicate message across, selling an idea, expressing disagreement with an authority, getting a "yes" without upsetting someone, resisting the pressure of a too-quick "yes", calming someone who has taken your words badly (...).

➤ In short, public speaking skills are now an essential cross-functional skill for asserting oneself, informing, negotiating, and persuading. However, to master the keys to successful public communication, it is necessary to enhance the impact of one's own speeches: by structuring one's interventions and taking into account the circumstances and the audience's expectations; by making a lasting impression through storytelling; by integrating the psychological and emotional factors of effective oral communication; by incorporating emotions into the preparation of the message and arguments; by anticipating objections and delicate situations; by preparing and structuring an engaging and convincing presentation outline; by experimenting with the rules of improvisation; and by appropriately managing difficult situations (...).

➤ In short, each session combines techniques & practical exercises adapted to your everyday situations (filmed with your agreement in order to be reviewed, commented on, decoded together live, to have an external perspective and areas for improvement) , so that you will be able to apply them immediately, and from the first session.

➤Progress following these sessions is noticeable from 2 to 3 sessions (*study 2026).

➤ Make your words a formidable asset. Ready to take things to the next level?

➤ THE TRAINER - TEACHER CONSULTANT
A graduate of a prestigious French Grande École and an Ivy League university in the United States, he combines academic rigor with modern teaching methods. With over 18 years of experience in Europe and North America, he has taught at prestigious international institutions (both public and private), and regularly speaks in Switzerland, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Canada, as well as at various forums and conferences.

A recognized specialist, he offers personalized and accessible support (for lawyers, doctors, executives, business leaders, politicians, and more generally, any individual), based on active listening, a proven methodology, and tailored training. Whether through one-on-one sessions, workshops, or group training, his approach combines personalization, efficiency, and professionalism for rapid, visible results.

➤ LOCATIONS, TIMES

✓ Areas of intervention:
-Switzerland (Geneva, Lausanne, Fribourg, Zurich, Neuchâtel, Lugano, Basel, Bern, Lucerne)
-Belgium (Brussels, Antwerp, Charleroi, Liège)
-Luxembourg
-On request: France (Paris, Lyon) and Canada (Montreal)

✓ Currently: sessions are primarily conducted via videoconference – a format favored by almost all participants, as it combines the same high-quality interaction with great organizational flexibility. All content, notes, and recommendations are provided directly through the dedicated chat. Advantages: time savings (no travel), flexible scheduling, comfort, and eco-responsibility.

✓ Fees: reduced and stable fees, designed to remain affordable without compromising on quality.

✓ Languages: French / English.

✓ Results: noticeable progress from 2 sessions (2025 study).

✓ Special offers: gift vouchers available all year round – an original and useful way to please your loved ones.

✓ Schedules to be defined together, adjusting as best as possible to your constraints.

✓ 100% tailor-made program, adapted to each need.

✓ Why choose this training?
-Because you benefit from international expertise at the service of your objectives.
-Because each session is personalized and you will leave with concrete tools.
-Because the approach is not theoretical: it is lively, interactive and results-oriented.
-Because you benefit from a motivating, supportive and stimulating environment, which promotes confidence and rapid progress.
-Because in just a few sessions, you will already notice a tangible difference.

Nicoleta

5.0

(4)

Fun, engaging English lessons through educational activities! I specialise in Education Sciences - English teacher training. Teaching children aged 4-12 either 1:1 or online, assisting them to build language skills naturally, joyfully, and confidently!

I can teach English through songs, stories, puppets, craft and games! My lessons are structured and engaging providing an exciting learning experience. I guide young learners step by step making language fun and easy. Perfect for kindergarten beginners discovering English for the first time.

Jana

5.0

(4)

Hi there! My name is Jana and I am excited to be your tutor! I teach English, Business English, French and Italian but my professional background is in renewable energy, sustainability and public policy. I always saw languages as a tool to open new opportunities and will be happy to guide you on your journey to fluency. Over the years, I have worked as a mentor and educator, helping students and young professionals develop their confidence, communication skills and academic or professional goals. I particularly enjoy helping people become more comfortable speaking and expressing themselves in a foreign language. As a teacher, I prefer a conversational and personalised approach. Rather than relying on textbooks, I focus on real-life communication and creating a relaxed environment where students feel comfortable practicing and making progress. If that's something that resonates with you, I will be happy to see you in my class. I can also help with exam prep for IELTS, CAE, CPE, GMAT and GRE:)

Ecole

5.0

(4)

✅Practical sessions aimed at providing you with tools, techniques, methods and strategies to better formulate your messages, choose the right words and arguments, and more effectively obtain what you want, by understanding the psychology of your interlocutors and the mechanisms of human communication.

You're constantly negotiating—at work, with your family, in your relationships. The difference between reaching an agreement and remaining dissatisfied often lies in how things are said, the timing, and the other person's understanding. The goal is to learn to decode your interlocutors (their motivations, resistance, and ways of operating) and adapt your verbal and non-verbal communication to be better understood, without confrontation or power struggles, with finesse and efficiency, until these reflexes become second nature.

The approach integrates the analysis of behaviors, modes of expression, and verbal and non-verbal signals (semiotics, relational dynamics, profiles, and human reactions) to identify expectations, obstacles, and motivations. This allows for precise adjustment of communication and maximizes the impact of each interaction, whether in a professional or personal context.

Rather than generic techniques, it is about understanding the real functioning of the human being and adapting one's discourse to the person in front of: capturing attention, arousing curiosity, reducing resistance and triggering action.

Objective: to concretely increase your chances of obtaining the desired result, with efficiency, finesse and respect for others.

✅ THE TRAINER - TEACHER CONSULTANT
A graduate of a prestigious French Grande École and an Ivy League university in the United States, he combines academic rigor with modern teaching methods. With over 18 years of experience in Europe and North America, he has taught at prestigious international institutions (both public and private), and regularly speaks in Switzerland, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Canada, as well as at various forums and conferences.

A recognized specialist, he offers personalized and accessible support based on active listening, a proven methodology, and tailored teaching methods. Whether through one-on-one sessions, workshops, or group training, his approach combines customization, efficiency, and professionalism for rapid, visible results.

✅ LOCATIONS: Switzerland (Geneva, Lausanne, Fribourg, Zurich, Neuchâtel, Lugano, Basel, Bern, Lucerne), Belgium (Brussels, Antwerp, Charleroi, Liège), Luxembourg. On request: France (Paris, Lyon) and Canada (Montreal).

Currently, we primarily use videoconferencing, a highly popular format: it offers the same quality as in-person meetings, flexible organization, time savings, flexibility, comfort, and an eco-friendly approach. Content, notes, and recommendations are shared directly via a dedicated chat.

➤ Languages: French and English.
➤ Reduced and stable fees, accessible without compromising on quality.
➤ Gift vouchers available all year round.
➤ Schedules defined together according to your constraints.
➤ 100% tailor-made program, adapted to each need.
➤ Noticeable progress from 2 sessions (2026 study).

✅ Why choose this training?
-International expertise at the service of your objectives.
-Personalized sessions with concrete tools.
-A lively, interactive and results-oriented approach.
-A motivating and supportive environment, fostering confidence and rapid progress.
-Tangible results in just a few sessions.

Ahmed

5.0

(4)

Learning a new language shouldn't feel like endless memorization; it should be a practical tool you can use every day. Whether you want to master English, German, or Arabic, this course is designed as a hands-on guide to help you build real-world communication skills, no matter your starting point.

In this class, we focus on interactive, skill-based learning tailored to your specific proficiency level, from complete beginner (A1) to advanced fluent (C1). Open to learners of all ages, from kids and teens to adults and seniors;
You'll gain the confidence to speak, write, and understand your chosen language naturally.
By the end of the course, you'll be able to navigate everyday conversations, hold meaningful discussions, and express yourself clearly and comfortably in real-life situations.

Marina

5.0

(4)

Do you want to improve your English or Spanish? 📚✨

I am a native speaker of both English and Spanish, with experience providing private tutoring and academic support since the age of 15.

My lessons are fully tailored to each student's needs, learning style, and objectives, creating a supportive and motivating environment that helps build confidence and achieve results.

I can help with:

Conversation practice
Grammar
Vocabulary development
Exam preparation
Homework support
School reinforcement

Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your fluency, I will create a personalized learning plan to help you reach your goals.All lesson materials and resources are provided by me and adapted to each student's individual needs and objectives.

📩 Dynamic, engaging, and personalized lessons designed just for you.

Silvia

5.0

(4)

### Learn Spanish with a Linguist and Translator

I am a linguist and translator with a passion for languages and communication, and I offer personalized Spanish lessons for all levels, from complete beginners to advanced students.

My lessons are adapted to your goals, interests, and learning pace. Whether you want to start learning Spanish from scratch, improve your conversation skills, strengthen your grammar and vocabulary, or gain confidence speaking Spanish, we will focus on what you need most.

I believe that learning a language should be practical, engaging, and enjoyable. Through conversation, real-life situations, useful vocabulary, pronunciation practice, and clear grammar explanations, you will develop the skills you need to communicate naturally and confidently.

Whether you are learning Spanish for travel, work, studies, personal interest, or simply because you love languages, I will create a supportive and relaxed environment where you can learn at your own pace.

**All levels are welcome — let’s make Spanish a language you enjoy speaking!**

Jack

5.0

(4)

I am a Cambridge CELTA-certified English teacher with an MA in TESOL, a 180-hour TEFL certification, and additional TESOL qualifications. I am currently a PhD candidate in Education, specializing in digital game-based language learning. With over 10 years of teaching experience, I have worked with international students at different levels, with a particular focus on Cambridge English examinations and B1–C2 learners.

Ricardo

5.0

(4)

An interactive language course designed to build real‐life communication through conversation, targeted exercises, and personalized guidance.
Ideal for learners seeking steady progress and a motivating classroom atmosphere.
A communicative Spanish class focused on real‐life conversation, cultural insight, and clear language structure. Learners build confidence through guided practice, interactive tasks, and supportive feedback tailored to individual needs. A1 - C2 levels.