English lessons for individuals and groups, all ages

From 53.32 C$ /h

Qualified and experienced teacher, I give English lessons “face to face” or in groups of 2 to 6 people

I am perfectly bilingual, having been educated for 10 years in England in Reading near London in a traditional English school.
Diplomas:
Bac + 5: Engineer from the Purpan School of Engineering
Cambridge IGCSE,
SKILL
TOEFL
TOEIC (990/990)
BAFA (Brevet of Aptitude for Facilitator Functions)

Use an excellent teaching method based on all communication. Memory is constantly stimulated thanks to images, associations of ideas, the use of exciting contexts... This method works very well for all ages and all levels.

I have 7 years of teaching experience at all levels, academic support, refresher training, oral coaching, travel preparation.

I also hold the BAFA (Brevet d'Aptitude aux Functions d'Animateur) and teach children in a fun and adapted way, using games, songs, plastic activities, so that they quickly become comfortable, and happy to speak English!

The ++
Clear and effective explanations with a white table with visual support, at home
An interest for multiple subjects allowing for various and interesting connections (travel, languages, culture, technology, sports, ...)
Utilization of support and ideal methods (essential grammar in use, vocabulary builder)
Use of board games, music and theater, particularly appreciated by children
A good cup of tea (or coffee)

Group courses: minimum of two people.
Travel costs may be requested for home lessons.
Do not hesitate to call me for more information

Benoit

3 good tips to learn a language

1) Listen a lot

This is essential. And easy, for English. You can watch movies or series, subtitles in French at first then in English when you are more comfortable. You can listen to the songs in the lyrics ("lyrics" in English).

2) Many speakers

Also essential, find a teacher who has a good conversation, or a friend, college... Speak even if you lack vocabulary. Mime the missing words, draw, make yourself understood at your level.

3) Read simple things

Books for children can be a wonderful tool of progress. Roald Dahl's books for example (Fantastic Mr Fox, Charly and the Chocolate Factory...) the series "the worst witch" by Jill Murphy. Comics too.

Location

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At student's location :

Around Biot, France

At teacher's location :

Avenue des Motels, Antibes, France

About Me

I grew up in England in a French Family so I speak perfect English and French.

I learned Spanish by studying abroad 2 months in Chile and 5 in Mexico.

I also study Opera singing as a baritone and the piano.

Education

Primary education in an English school in Reading.
I entered the French schooling system at the age of 12.
I obtained a Masters degree in engineering in 2008 at the Engineering School of Purpan in Toulouse

Experience / Qualifications

5 years of teaching French and English in private lessons and in companies.

Riviera French Institute
Business speaking
Study cours

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

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

French

Spanish

German

Skills

English

English as a second language (esl)

English for adults

School

Reviews

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Singing lessons with guitar or ukulele and harmonica

54.99 C$ /h

Singing and guitar lessons.

For those who want to learn to sing and accompany themselves on the guitar or Ukulele - great fun!

We start with simple rhythms and chords and take a beautiful trip into the world of song. We will be able to explore many landscapes: French songs, American folk songs, blues, Mexican, Chilean, Argentinean songs, ...

We will work on relaxation, breathing and vocal ease amongst other things. The lessons bring feelings of well being and release.

I have studied several years at the Conservatoire and I sing in various projects around Nice: Choeur 1732, Opus Opéra etc. I have also given lessons in music schools and conservatoires. I grew up in England and also give English lessons. I can therefore help with English pronunciation.

Private French lessons for 1 or 2 in the Antibes area

53.32 C$ /h

Learn real French, as spoken in the street, in shops or at work.

The lessons are based on actual communication in French. Imagine you met a French person who didn't speak or understand English, and you had to communicate... how would it go? maybe it would be difficult? especially at first?...

Thankfully I am used to this situation and have many techniques to overcome the difficulties of the language barrier:

1) I always use a whiteboard to illustrate my explanations. It may not seem like much but the use of pictures to illustrate an explanation makes it so much clearer! It also stimulates the imagination and increases students Pictionary skills.

2) A great deal of miming enters the communication. A student who wants to talk about his pet parakeet but doesn't know the French word "perruche" will have fun acting like a bird, imitating cage bars with his fingers, chirping merrily... When I finally understand what he is doing, I happily shout out the word PERRUCHE! as if I had just won a game. The student is happy he managed to make himself understood, and all the miming and effort will act as a powerful stimulant for his memory.

3) So in lessons we use miming, drawing, and also ... talking!! I love to teach students to use French words they already know in order to discover new French words. Students often know I'm bilingual so if they don't know a word, for example "beginning" in French, they will ask me "comment dit-on beginning en Français". So I look dumb and I ask them "C'est quoi BEGINNING? (What is BEGINNING?). And I always use a strong French accent on the English word to emphasise the fact I DON'T SPEAK ENGLISH!!
They often laugh at my reaction and search for ways to explain. Sometimes they have difficulties to explain, so I help them. Yesterday my eleven-year-old student was at a loss, but I showed him he could simply use the opposite « La Fin » (the end) to make me understand he is searching for « Le Début » (the beginning).

Lessons are lively, interactive and effective. A vous de jouer !

Ali

English and economics are two important areas. English nowadays is the most spoken language in any international field, so it is important to master it.

Eva

English is a universal language which everyone will benefit from and I'm prepared to teach you! :) English has become my native language after living in Canada for almost 20 years. I can help you in reading, writing and/or speaking! I can also prepare short assignments and quizzes or whatever learning style you may prefer :).

Jane

My name is Jane and I have relocated to Antibes, France. Here, I have started to learn French myself and understand the concerns of mature language students. For the previous six years, I have lived and worked in Dubai after leaving the UK in 2011. This is where I became interested in teaching English after many colleagues asked me for assistance and support with their English. Hence I then studying and becoming a qualified TEFL teacher. I am 53 years old with many years of business experience within the Interior Design Sector. I have a professional approach to business and a strong work ethic. I can adapt classes to what you need and your ability, whilst either following the TEFL PPP approach.

I am a very positive person with a cheerful outlook on life, believing that you can achieve great things with the right attitude.

Christiane

I specialize in teaching English for adults and children at all levels. My aim is to keep the classes interesting and fun, while still challenging. I will assign homework after lessons but i never allow the student to be overwhelmed. Classes are individually tailored to each students needs.

Ryan

English classes, from conversational to more « formal » format. I will adapt to the student’s level and his way of learning.
This class is designed for anyone who is willing to learn English and improve their accent, their writing skills and their general understanding of the language.

Imad

I have 9 years of experience as an English teacher. I teach oral and written expression, focusing on communication and pronunciation.
I have an English specialty license. I have a master's degree in applied foreign languages. I worked as a teaching assistant in the United States