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From South AfricaLiving in Ekurhuleni Metro, South Africa (19:19 UTC+02:00)

About Me

italki teacher since May 7, 2020

I love adventure, walking in the mountains and playing in the garden with my 2 year old boy. To have a life of joy, energy and creativity are important values. I have taught for 23 years; I am aware that my English lessons and conversations are important for your personal success. I choose my English vocabulary carefully to ensure my students understand the message. I speak with energy because I am excited about what I do; adding value to your life by assisting with effective English language communication. A professional School English teacher, I have taught in England, Australia and South Africa. I have assisting students with their spoken conversational English, Business English, vocabulary and pronunciation, public speaking and letters and emails. I have spent most of my professional career assisting individuals in business or corporate careers who are wanting to develop their communication skills. This includes all forms of language: vocabulary, pronunciation, sentence structures in both the spoken and written form. I am a Business Specialist. " We talk, we laugh, we talk, we learn." This is my motto. The best language learning takes place in genuine conversations, guided by your goals and intentions. Discussions on topics of your choice allow you to develop a new vocabulary. As I listen, I am able to evaluate and correct. You will select the format of the lesson; whether it be strict grammar, or poetic language that will be enjoyed and understood by the listener.

My teaching material

PDF file
Audio files
Flashcards
Test templates and examples
Text Documents
Image files
Articles and news
Presentation slides/PPT
Quizzes
Video files

Education

1989 - 1992

Bachelor’s - English TeacherWitwatersrand universityWitwatersrand university certificate : High School English Teacher

Work Experience

1997 - 2020

Director and ownerBorn2win Training and Communications - Johannesburg, South AfricaInternational experience coaching adults in English Business skills, Business Writing, vocabulary and presentation skills. Trained adult corporates in public speaking, negotiation skills and effective email communication. Have assisted many people over 23 years. Worked in Australia, England, Denmark, New Zealand, Germany, Botswana, Namibia and South Africa,

2007 - 2008

English Teacher in LondonProtocol Education London - London, United KingdomTeaching children of all ages in many schools across London. Experienced many cultures and children with challenging home environments.

1994 - 1996

High School TeacherEdenvale High School - Johannesburg, South AfricaHigh School Teacher; teaching children with diverse cultures and languages.

1997 - 1999

Australian High School TeacherAustralian All Saints College - Brisbane, AustraliaHigh School English Teacher to children from wealthy backgrounds.

2005 - 2018

English Business skillsThe Learning Revolution - Johannesburg, South AfricaCoaching adults in company training rooms, to grow in their career, by assisting them with their spoken conversational English, business English, vocabulary and pronunciation, public speaking and business letters and emails

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Students

Lessons

100%

Attendance rate

97%

Response rate

5.0

Rating

Students

Lessons

100%

Attendance rate

97%

Response rate

English Lessons

Trial Lesson

3 lessons completed

USD 10.00+

IELTS: spoken assessment

B2 - C2

Language Essentials

0 lessons completed

USD 13.00

Business English

B2 - C2

Language Essentials

13 lessons completed

USD 15.00

Conversational English

B1 - C2

Language Essentials

10 lessons completed

USD 10.00

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10 Reviews

1eebc4

3 English lessons

Teacher’s pick

Another very productive lesson with business topics. Colette is very good at thinking deeper into the content beyond linguistic support. Very professional. Thank you very much again!

May 24, 2020

024068

10 English lessons

I feel more confotable for my next presentation in english.

Jun 3, 2020

024068

10 English lessons

Very beneficial, as usual

Jun 3, 2020

a193dd

1 English lesson

thank you Colette for this studious and dynamic awakening. I find that the analysis of my needs was very precise. I am delighted to be able to progress thanks to these courses

Jun 11, 2020

024068

10 English lessons

Very useful !

Jun 3, 2020

3a277c

6 English lessons

It was a very interesting and dynamic lesson. Colette has a plan on how to work and she is student-oriented.

Jun 3, 2020