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My name is Julia and I am a qualified TEFL teacher (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) with a Master's degree in English linguistics. I offer English courses for all levels.
My background in linguistics provides me with a thorough knowledge of English grammar and I therefore have an understanding of the problems students face when learning English. Having lived and worked in the United States, I know what it is like to be immersed in an English speaking environment, therefore can help my students improve their fluency as well as develop the perfect accent! I can also give tailor made classes to working professionals, PhD students, who would like to focus on their academic English (EAP=English for Academic Purposes), essay writing and presentations skills.
After the very first meeting, I try my best to adopt the lessons to the needs and goals of my students. I don’t believe anyone can be a ‘bad language learner’, rather that different techniques might work for each of us. My goal is to help students discover what works for them. For those who are afraid of grammar and get confused easily, I'll give some easy tools so you can improve effortlessly. If being shy stops you from speaking, do not worry, as by the end of our lessons you will gain the confidence needed.
Generally, I only use English during classes, but for lower levels I can provide explanations also in Hungarian, in German or in French.
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  • Rue Louis Hap, Etterbeek, Belgium
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About Me
I am a native Hungarian, fluent in English and German, currently learning French and Italian on my own. As an avid language learner myself, I have always taken pride in helping others achieve their goals. I have a deep love for languages and keen to pass that on! :)
I have experience with teenagers, university students and adults. I have also taught professionals from the EU institutions and tailor made company courses. In addition to this, I have done proofreading for countless academic papers.
I have an extensive knowledge and experience of English grammar and literature, as well as past working experience in EU affairs.
In my free time I enjoy being outdoors, cycling as well as long distance hiking.
Education
MASTER OF ARTS - MA ENGLISH APPLIED LINGUISTICS
Technische Universität Dortmund | Dortmund, Germany| 2015-2017

BACHELOR OF ARTS - BA ENGLISH AND AMERICAN STUDIES
University of Debrecen | Debrecen, Hungary | 2012-2015
Experience / Qualifications
Teaching & Training Experience:

TEFL CERTIFICATE
TEFL Toulouse | June 2020- July 2020 |

ASSISTANT TEACHER OF ENGLISH
Alfmed Language Academy | Perpignan, France | July- Dec 2017

Programme Coordinator
Camp Jones Gulch YMCA | San Francisco, CA | 2013-2014

Professional Work Experience:

-Project officer:
European Commission -Education Audiovisual and Culture
Executive Agency | Brussels, Belgium | March 2019 - April 2020

-Blue Book trainee
European Commission -Education Audiovisual and Culture
Executive Agency | Brussels, Belgium | Oct 2018 - Feb 2019
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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
German
Hungarian
French
Skills
English as a second language (esl)
English for adults
School
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