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From United KingdomLiving in Philadelphia, United States (06:09 UTC-04:00)

About Me

italki teacher since Feb 10, 2015

Do you have an essay or application that needs to be in perfect English? Are you hoping to understand classic literary texts better? Do you need to pass an exam like IELTS or CPE, or improve your English for a job interview? I can help you with any of those things, and much more! I grew up in the Birmingham, UK and am now living in Philadelphia, USA after several years teaching throughout Europe. NB: Please send me a message with as much detail as possible about what kind of lessons you are looking for when you book your first session! I’m happy to teach your child, but only over the age of 16. Lessons can only be rescheduled with 2 days notice, but I will make 1 exception per student.

Me as a Teacher

Reaching the highest level of competency in language usage is a very different challenge to your first steps, which is why I specialise in advanced English. I have a degree from the University of Cambridge in English, as well as a CELTA certificate and master's degree in English literature. I have been teaching high-level English skills online for several years and have the experience, knowledge and empathy necessary to make sure you reach your goals the way you want to. I believe that the hardest step to take as a language learner is to see yourself on a level playing field as native speakers, which is why my lessons focus on the types of materials educated native speakers enjoy.

My lessons & teaching style

My sessions are always 100% adapted to your needs. No matter what your goal is or how difficult it might be to reach, I can work with you every step of the way until you pass your exam, speak like a native, understand the book, have the best possible application or anything else. I find that language learning is too often separated from engagement in genuinely interesting topics. In my lessons, we can use relevant materials to discuss culture, philosophy, politics, science and much more to make sure you look forward to the next stimulating conversation instead of dreading the next grammar critique! That way, improving your grammar and everything else in your expression will come naturally.

My teaching material

Articles and news
Text Documents
Homework Assignments
Audio files
Test templates and examples
PDF file

Certificates

CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) - University of Cambridge - 2015

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Education

2009 - 2013

Bachelor’s - EnglishUniversity of Cambridge

2016 - 2018

Master's - English LiteratureUniversity of Bristol

Work Experience

2014 - Current

English Language and Literature TutorThe Access Project - Birmingham, United Kingdom

2014 - Current

English and German Online TeacherBerlitz - Berlin, GermanyTeaching every level from complete beginners to business language

2015 - 2021

Full-time Professional Tutoritalki - Philadelphia, United States

5.0

Rating

450

Students

4,250

Lessons

100%

Attendance rate

100%

Response rate

5.0

Rating

450

Students

4250

Lessons

100%

Attendance rate

100%

Response rate

English Lessons

Trial Lesson

236 lessons completed

USD 10.00+

Conversational English - Wide-ranging, Article-based, High-level Fluency

B1 - C2

Language Essentials

1,550 lessons completed

USD 23.25+

Package with 2% off

Proofreading, Correction and Feedback - Essay/Thesis/CV/Creative writing

B1 - C2

Language Essentials

898 lessons completed

USD 29.75+

Package with 2% off

Informal Tutoring

B1 - C2

Conversation

33 lessons completed

USD 23.25+

Package with 2% off

The Cambridge-style Literature Course

B1 - C2

Language Essentials

515 lessons completed

USD 24.75+

Package with 2% off

Availability

1,024 Reviews

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210 English lessons

Teacher’s pick

Kevin is a teacher who always brings out the best. He has a wealth of knowledge and a talent for words. Literature is like an adventure, in that it starts with the unexpected and turns out to be fascinating. Going on this journey with him is a wonderful experience.

Sep 10, 2020

488072

14 English lessons

I greatly appreciate his support! Reading novels in English is still tough for me because I often misunderstand, but his explanations are always clear:D

Apr 22, 2021

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14 English lessons

Time went fast as always! I'm hoping to take more lessons and improve speaking and listening skills as soon as changing jobs.If you would like to have thought　provoking conversations, I will　recommend that you take his lessons :D

Apr 12, 2021

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14 English lessons

He always provides amazing lessons. You can learn not only advanced English vocabulary, but also insightful perspectives from him if you take his lessons :D I'm very looking forward to the next time!

May 20, 2021

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14 English lessons

It was an eye-opener lesson about literature! I have fully realised that I misread what the author wanted to express through characters, but I really enjoyed finding unexpected hidden meanings of the story. To be honest, I'm not so keen on fictional stories, but now I'm getting interested in them and want to take this opportunity to read more English novels.

Apr 15, 2021