Conversational English - pronunciation and vocabulary

From 66.65 C$ /h

Conversational English skills are an integral component of fluency. Tutoring sessions with me will focus on pronunciation, understandability, the vocabulary, and usage. As a native English speaker from the United States, my accent is 90% "Hollywood" and 10% "British". If someone has a preference in their accent I can give them the correct pronunciation for either.

When my clients need support with written English, I am happy to assist them as well.

Some clients wish to develop their accent to one that is more easily understood, and we will develop exercises to help them polish the pronunciation they are seeking.

I also work with my clients if they have a hesitancy to speak English. We will work out what is holding them back and we will develop the necessary skills.

It is important to me to offer a calm and supportive session to each of my clients.

Extra information

My sections are usually remote, however it is possible to have in-person sessions in Kortrijk.

Location

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At teacher's location :

LAGO Kortrijk Abdijkaai Openluchtzwembad, Abdijkaai, Kortrijk, Belgium

Online from Belgium

About Me

I believe that it's very important to build the curriculum for each client individually. Perhaps someone wishes to expend their vocabulary or another person wishes to develop their accent... I wish for each student to have the experience they wish.

I believe in creating a warm, safe space for people to expand their language skills. I will offer homework but it will not be required; is that if you do not wish to embrace them; I am here to assist you not to judge you.

I love to build a a good rapport with my clients.

In my tutoring sessions we could talk about anything that you find enjoyable. It is safe to talk on any subject that you would wish to expand your language skills.

I have a background in technology, and biology/genetics, medicine, science in general, marketing, art, crafts, cooking, health/exercise, And I'm willing to expand my knowledge to have a conversation with you on a specific topic.

There are no taboo subjects in my tutoring sessions. If you need to know how to discuss this specific topic it will be available for discussion.

Education

University California Santa Cruz bachelors in molecular cellular and developmental biology with my emphasis in immunology in human disease.

92nd percentile for Analytical Writing and Verbal Reasoning sections of the GRE.

Experience / Qualifications

Previously worked at MIT as a stem cell specialist.

Have been tutoring in conversational English for most of my life, and working as a Private editor for authors and business correspondence.

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

English

English as a second language (esl)

English for adults

Business writing

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

At teacher's location and via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

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Carolina

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- As part of a Master's degree in French as a Foreign Language, I offer courses in this language at symbolic prices.

Classes will take place at home and all material is provided.

Mark

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I offer you my services in order to make you truly effective orally / in writing in English. If you have to use English for your professional activity and you don't feel comfortable. If you are tired of being spotted right away as the French. If you still don't know when to use the present perfect / preterite, I'm here to help and take you forward.
* Linguist by training and author of school textbook in this capacity.
I am not that young student who got a good mark in the Baccalaureate or that other who is supposedly bilingual. I have been teaching as a teacher in the National Education since 1995 and I can tell you that teaching cannot be improvised. It is not an activity that we do "like that". I offer you my expertise and my experience.
To have 10/20 in the Baccalaureate, it is enough to have the A2 level (which is theoretically expected at the end of 3rd year) so I let you imagine the desperation of future engineers who must obtain at least 750 in the TOEIC! (the equivalent of level B2)
* Daily monitoring possible via internet.
* Specialized in "phonology": intonation, word accent, connections, oral grammar.
* Adaptation to all levels: from college to post-Bac including high school.

=> Post-bac: preparation for TOEIC, TOEFL, iELTS, Cambridge First-Certificate, Advanced Certificate.
=> CPGE: translation, essay, "fluency".
=> Enunciative Linguistics (CAPES) - Didactics of English.
=> Orals and writings of the grandes écoles such as the ENA.
=> Orals and writings from business schools (Tremplin-Passerelle ...).
=> English for medical interns.

Francoise

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I also give lessons to adults.

Hind

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I put my service in teaching all the basics of English.
Bac+5 in business development and management. I offer courses in business development and management...
I will do my best to share all my knowledge and information with you.
Do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank you .

Mathilde

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(2)

✔️ French native & English native level (no accent)
✔️ French Literature and Civilization baccalaureat (Classe Europeenne)
✔️ English Literature and Civilization University degree
✔️ Masters in Indology
✔️ CELTA qualification
✔️ FLE teaching qualification (Français Langue Etrangère)
✔️ VYL qualification (Very Young Learners - 3 to 6 yo)
✔️Jolly Phonics qualification
✔️Experience in teaching young learners, classes, adults, Cambridge exam preparation, intensive courses...
✔️Online learning

Don't hesitate to contact me for further information ! My timetable changes quite regularly so please feel free to contact me to ask for a slot or anything else .
N'hésitez pas à me contacter pour de plus amples informations ! Mon emploi du temps change assez souvent donc n'hésitez pas à me proposer un créneau même s'il n'est à priori pas disponible.

Tracy

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My name is Tressy and I give tailor-made private lessons in English, French and Arabic for adults and adolescents. French and Arabic are my native languages.

I have a degree in modern oriental languages from the Free University of Brussels.

The sessions are tailored to the students' goals, whether for learning to speak, write, read, for work, doing assignments, preparing for exams, working on pronunciation, getting academic support or anything else you need. you need.

The lessons are given individually or in groups. I can come to the students' homes or otherwise to any other place where my students offer to make an appointment. In addition to that, I teach by webcam.

Flexible hours, I am free every day of the week

Benefits as a teacher:

- My classes are EFFICIENT and SUPER-MEASURES. They are adapted to your needs, your level and style of learning.
- You choose your schedule.
- You decide where the sessions take place.
- I can give you explanations in French, English and Spanish if necessary.
- I make discounts for groups and courses paid in advance.

Mathilde

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(2)

Hello to all,

Always passionate about foreign languages and being bilingual, I offer my services as an English tutor.

Having already supported foreign students online in learning French and English, I am ready to repeat the experience.

I adapt to all levels and I can also set up French lessons if necessary.

As a mother of a little boy, I am also delighted to teach English to children and teenagers from 3 years old.

Regarding the terms; the courses can be done via video or at my home located in Wervicq-Sud.
In case of booking for a group, decreasing rates can be put in place.
(I can also provide homework support up to middle school).

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me, I remain at your disposal.

Wishing you all a very good day

Lina

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I offer fun teaching techniques that are less like what we do at school to facilitate learning. In language classes, I focus a lot on learning through speech. For me, learning should not be boring but entertaining. I offer online courses, at my home as well as yours. I can teach in Dutch, however, it is not my native language. I can give lessons in mathematics, French, Dutch, math, history, science and geography for students from 3 to 16 years old. I also give the basics in these subjects for adults as well as French, Dutch and English lessons at all levels.

Caroline

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Currently preparing for university with the intention of taking the Italian teaching exam next year, I offer Italian lessons for children, teenagers and adults.

The courses can be presented in person (Lille-Villeneuve d'Ascq region) but if desired, the courses can take place online and are developed in response to the requirements of the CERCL (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

Primary School Objective - Level A1
Middle school objective: level A2-B1
High School Objective: B1-B2 level

Feel free to contact me for more information.

Ciao!
How are you? Do you speak or do not understand your Italian language? Sei al posto giusto! Please note your primary lesson to me! ;-)
See you soon.

Kenza

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Lara

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Looking to learn English or Portuguese in a fun, immersive, and personalized way? You’re in the right place!

I’m a qualified language teacher from Portugal, currently working at a private international English school in Belgium. Alongside my teaching role, I’ve also worked at the international level with stakeholders in Brussels—giving me valuable experience in business, academic, and geopolitical English, especially in professional environments.

My lessons are tailored to your unique goals, level, and learning style. I design each class using interactive games, audio materials, visuals, PDFs, and more—always with engaging, practical content that supports real-world communication.

I have taught learners of all ages (from 3 to 50+), and I bring experience in supporting neurodivergent and disabled learners, ensuring that my classes are inclusive, supportive, and adaptable for everyone.

Whether you’re learning for travel, work, studies, or personal growth, my goal is to make you feel confident, understood, and motivated every step of the way.

Aline

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Support courses are available for other subjects.

So, for methodology support courses, I work both digitally and traditionally. I personalize according to the person and their needs. For general support, I teach all subjects up to 2nd year of secondary school and language up to 4th year of secondary school.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate!

Zineb

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Languages are the key to integrate in the world wherever you go. I can help you to learn English the international language to make you more confident and you can communicate with everyone on this world. In addition, i can teach you French the second official language in Belgium and the first official language in France. Don’t hesitate to try these two courses with me. You will be proud of yourself later.

Jente

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In this class, I can teach you English from start to finish.

At first:
we'll have a look at what your level is.

After that, the lessons can start based on your needs.

That can be anything:
- Absolute beginner
- Some basic knowledge
- Advanced

Beginners will need to learn the absolute basics (vocabulary and grammar), while advanced students will need a cultural approach, will learn idiomatic language, style guides, etc.

Laurence

5.0

(2)

Whatever your age, I propose to introduce you to the language of Shakespeare.
Alone, in group or with family, a playful method based on situations of communication of the everyday life.