English as a Foreign Language Tutoring with a Cultural Focus

From 4.31 C$ /h

I provide individualized English language tutoring for students, adults and business professionals. As a native English speaker, I can provide insight into natural and correct English usage as well as American culture. I have TEFL certification, as well as teaching and tutoring experience, and thus can adapt lessons to fit a range of skill levels and language learning goals. As an avid language learner who speaks four languages and is in the process of learning a fifth (Turkish), I am fully aware of the obstacles that face language learners and can help students overcome them. While lessons are primarily focused on improving student's speaking and comprehension skills, regular focus on reading and writing exercises can be included to assist learners who encounter written English in their jobs or studies. Lastly, lessons can include a focus on English language resources such as literature, music and film, especially if learners are looking to expand their knowledge of the English speaking world.

Extra information

The content of the lesson depends on your goals, so feel free to bring any resources to help explain what you are looking to learn!

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At student's location :

Around Şişli, Turkey

About Me

My passion for language teaching comes from my passion for language learning--I know the doors that open in your mind and in your world when you learn a new language, and I want to help other people open those doors. I see language learning as an act of cultural exchange, where in learning to say new words you also learn a different way to see the world and connect with others. The lessons I offer are highly personalizable and content is dependent on the goals of the individual learner, but my view is that you can learn as much if not more from a favorite book or popular song than from dry textbooks and worksheets. I aim therefore to tap into the learner's interests and hobbies to help them learn English in a context that is wholly relevant to their world and dreams.

Education

IB Diploma, IB at Lamar Academy, McAllen TX (2012)
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish and Chinese, Bennington College, Bennington VT (2017)
TEFL Certification, i-to-i (2017)

Experience / Qualifications

Completed coursework in Translation and Language Pedagogy (education)
2 years experience tutoring adult English language learners
1 year experience teaching Chinese to 6 year olds
Experience teaching English and Spanish to Chinese school children at IDEAS Camps in Beidaihe, China (2016)
Experience tutoring business professionals in Istanbul
Extensive dance and arts administration experience
Limited food preparation/culinary experience

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

The class is taught in

English

Dutch

Spanish

Chinese

Turkish

Skills

English

English for adults

English as a second language (esl)

School

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

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20-24

Sam

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I am specialized in teaching English to adults and students in international and private schools.

For adults, this class offers a general English practice or IELTS test preparation depending on what the student is looking for. The lessons will first start by evaluating their abilities in the four main skills (Speaking, Listening, Writing and Reading) then we can work together to plan the weekly lessons accordingly.

As for the school pupils, the student shall present his/her previous test papers and results to identify his/her weaknesses and strengths. The second step is to follow the school's book(s) and curriculum (unless the parents wish otherwise). The classes consists of test revision, homework assistance and lots of practice.

Any communication occurring during the class must be in English.
The class usually consists of one student.

Hatice

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Hi, I am Hatice from Istanbul.

I HAVE BEEN TEACHİNG ONLINE AND FACE TO FACE FOR 25 YEARS.
I am a native speaker of Turkish and was born in Istanbul.

I have been teaching Turkish to foreigners and I have taught hundreds of students from all ages and professions for more than 20 years. I am a professional English teacher but I like teaching Turkish more as it is my mother tongue and it is a great pleasure for me to share its secrets and beauty.

While teaching I also love giving some useful information about the culture, people, cuisine, films and literature in Turkey to help you get connected to Turkish culture. I prepare written and verbal dialogues in the areas the student is interested in.

I am from Istanbul but I traveled almost all cities, mountains, rivers, lakes in Turkey. I am a person who likes less traveled roads and back streets. Traveling around the world and reading on the areas of spirituality, philosophy, psychology, and literature are my number one hobbies. I lived and worked in London, Toronto, and S. Korea. Living as an expat and learning several languages have helped me having sympathy with my students. Motivation, feeling relaxed and setting realistic targets, in the beginning, are usually the first thing to go.

As for my formal education, I studied Economics, International Relations, Western Philosophy, and American language and literature at the university (MA and BA). And after my 40 years old, I learned classical Arabic and Persian and started to study Islamic spirituality at the doctorate level. I taught English at Prep. school at Istanbul Technical University and Yeditepe University and am retired. Ever since I could remember I have been a teacher. Now I only teach Turkish privately and translate classical novels from English to Turkish. I translated 12 books from English to Turkish.

I teach Turkish that is tailored for each student. Each student is unique for me and I know that every student has her/his own way of learning.
If you are a beginner I give a short lecture about the history of Turkish and its characteristics and help you find your way in this very logical, consistent and elegant language. You understand that Turkish is different but that does not necessarily mean difficulty.
From the first lesson, you start speaking Turkish and find yourself in a dialogue.

I can teach at my place and your place (all around Istanbul).

I use several books using a grammar-based approach integrated with communicative methods to boost the development of all language skills. But we always focus on TALK, TALK, TALK. As a language learner for many years, I know one can learn, improve and take pleasure in a foreign language only by talking and communicating. It is essential to get direct pleasure from what you have learned. My aim is to motivate and inspire you to speak Turkish ignoring minor mistakes and without thinking grammar.

I try to keep in contact with my students almost every day through whatsapp and email. And start some short dialogues.

Almasa

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Welcome to my ESL course, where I am dedicated to providing a comprehensive language learning experience that empowers students with the skills and confidence needed to excel in the English language. Here's what my course offers:

1. Language Proficiency: You will develop a strong command of English, focusing on speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, my course is tailored to your level.

2. Communication Skills: You'll gain the ability to communicate effectively in various real-life situations, from everyday conversations to professional interactions. I emphasize practical language use.

3. Customized Learning: My curriculum is adaptable to your unique needs and goals. I offer personalized attention, so you can progress at your own pace and focus on areas of interest or professional relevance.

4. Expert Instruction: Taught by an experienced ESL instructor with a Bachelor's degree in English Language Literature and a Master's degree in English Language Education, you'll benefit from my expert guidance and up-to-date teaching methodologies.

Ricco

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Hi Everyone,

This is Ricco from Istanbul, Turkey.

I am a professional guitar instructor who also is playing in various stages with different bands currently.

I have a solid 10 years of guitar experience in all genres, from pop to rock & blues and so on. Besides playing electric guitar professionally with different bands, I am also giving professional hands-on guitar lessons for the guitar enthusiasts.

There is one major rule for my guitar lessons which is ALL LESSONS ARE IN ENGLISH !!!

This is why most of my students are either childrens of expats working in Istanbul or students studying in colleges and private schools whose official language is English.

If you are interested in learning how to play guitar (either classic, acoustic or electric), please feel free to get in touch with me.

After the first lesson If we both agree that we can move further, we shake hands and plan your progress together.

Lessons can be done either in your own flat or mine, but the price per lesson may vary accordingly. Students may also use my own guitars which can be seen in the photos, my amp and pedals.

Looking forward to hearing from you !!!

Ricco

Maamen

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Hi everyone! I’m presently a student of Genetics and Bioengineering in Istanbul Bilgi University. As majority universities are leaning towards English as the primary source of instruction in Istanbul, I feel it is important to have full command over the language. I have studied English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Psychology under the Cambridge Assessment International Education and have secured A’s and B’s in both my Ordinary and Advanced Level Exams. I had a 3.4 GPA in university.

My Biology, Chemistry, Physics and BILET test preparation classes will include detailed discussions of topics as well as solving examples and queries/homework questions.

Rajae

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Hello Every one,

My name is Rajaa I am 30 years old I am a graduate of Master B A currently I am a Manager of Business; I live in Istanbul I like Travel and discover new cultures I would share with you my knowledge & my experiences I like teaching and share information with peoples especially children. I hope we will live a great experience,
The education is the only way to connect with world.

Thank you.

Javeria

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I am a native English language speaker with 5 to 6 years experience in tutoring English to people between the ages of 3 to 20. Therefore I have had the opportunity to experience several different types of tutees as well as English backgrounds. I also have study plans, based on varying English levels, that will enable a person to become fluent in both written and oral English.
I currently live in Istanbul and can provide both online and in-person classes, depending on the requirement and location.

Ada

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Turkish is my native language and I would like to share my knowledge with people who wishes to learn or further develop their Turkish language skills. I can provide adequate knowledge for general language skills as well as focus on development of specific skills such as writing, speaking, reading and/or listening. I write literature pieces in Turkish as well, and some of my writings got published and won prizes.

English is the language in which I received my education and which I use in my daily life. I obtained an IELTS score of 8/9. We can focus on speaking, reading and listening skills as well as writing skills. I can provide knowledge in daily English and business English.

Şeyma

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Hi! I am an experienced English and Turkish Tutor who has been working with students from all around the world for more than 3 years. I've been arranging Business English, Academic English, IELTS / TOEFL Exam preparation lessons as well as General Turkish classes from A1 to C1 with individuals from various countries such as Russia, United States, Germany, Spain, Sweden, Czech Republic, Gabon, Netherlands, United Kingdom, China, South Korea, South Africa and Cameroon and Scotland. I am ready to welcome my new students worldwide.

I focus on sharpening students' speaking skills in my classes. My main methodology is based on helping learners express themselves confidently and clearly in the target language. In 3 years of my teaching career, not only have I developed my own methodologies but also privatized classes and materials according to each learner's demands and needs. Besides, I support learners who face difficulties in prononcation during language acquisition with effective elocution lessons in both languages. Besides, I speak French.

Please don't hesitate to contact me for any questions.

Muhammet

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🖐🏻 HI, SALUT, MERHABA! 🖐🏻
How are you doing? Comment allez-vous? Nasılsınız?
Thanks for having a look at my profile!
Here is the pathway we will follow in our lessons!
We will start our lessons by learning the most basic skills such as correct pronunciation and simple grammar rules.
We will continue to improve our speaking, listening and grammar levels by learning new informations step by step.
Based on my 13 years of experience, I think that A1 level is a very important period in language learning. When learning any language, beginner level students should learn it in the correct order and important details should be explained well by practising previous ones. Students at more advanced levels, such as A2, B1 or above, also need to practice their skills at the previous level thoroughly to improve their language skills. I try to provide good teaching by paying attention to these important points in my lessons. I keep our lessons' notes in a word file. After our lessons, I send you back all the additional notes and exercises that we covered in our lesson as a Word file.

Mouad

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As a passionate online English teacher, I offer interactive and personalized lessons to help you master the English language with confidence. Explore dynamic learning focused on your specific needs, whether for conversation or grammar. Join me for an engaging and effective teaching experience that opens the door to new opportunities and fluent communication in English.

I present the lessons with supports (word document, powerpoint, pdf, image...), on the alphabet, lessons and grammar, basic sentences and expressions, vocabularies on different subjects, practice on different subjects of daily life , pronunciation of letters, sentences and vocabularies, numbers, verbs and conjugation in the past, future and present, exercises and other subjects.

Silvana

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I offer Spanish tutoring at beginner and intermediate levels. Whether you're learning Spanish at school or just want to get started with a new language, I tailor each session to your age, level, and learning goals.

For school students who are learning Spanish as part of their education, specifically middle/high school students, sessions are tailored to each student’s needs, focusing on vocabulary, grammar, reading, and speaking. I can help you build a solid foundation and gain confidence at school.

For younger children, lessons include games, songs, and playful activities that make learning fun and natural. Based on "Learning while playing". These lessons are not given online to ensure better engagement and a more interactive, hands-on learning experience.

For adult learners, no prior experience is required. We can start from scratch or build on what you already know, using everyday situations and conversations as the foundation. No pressure, no memorizing long word lists, just consistent progress to confident communication.

Nina

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Hello! I’m Nina, a teacher of English, French, and Russian. With over 10 years of experience, I have worked with students of all levels: complete beginners, exam candidates, and professionals learning languages for work.

In my lessons, I combine grammar with everyday conversation and create a personalized program tailored to your goals. Using modern materials and plenty of speaking practice, I make lessons both effective and enjoyable.

🎯 Whether your aim is an exam, work, or daily communication, you can start learning quickly and effectively — feel free to contact me for your first lesson.

Nuruddin

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Hello,
A bona-fide American hailing from Texas living in the heart of Istanbul, my way with words has gotten me pretty far in life. Together we'll cover topics such as syntax, situational phrasing, grammar, and so much more. Need more information? Fill out the form with any questions you have and I'll get to you as soon as possible.
Welcome aboard,
Nuruddin

Furkan

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Let me help you get the score you need as I have done multiple times before. My own score is 8/9 (C1).

We'll go over the rules and what you need to pay attention to, techniques of Writing, what to pay attention to during Listening and Reading, and finally how to answer questions during Speaking. Once we cover the rules and basics we'll practice the four skills.