Ayobami Sotoyinbo

My Teaching Approach and Experience

My teaching style is student-centered, interactive, and results-driven. I believe that learning is most effective when it is engaging, personalized, and focused on the learner’s specific needs and goals. During lessons, I create a warm, supportive environment where students feel confident to participate, ask questions, and express themselves without fear of judgment.

I use a variety of teaching methods, including guided discussions, real-life conversations, role-playing, visual aids, games, and interactive exercises. I adapt each lesson based on the student's age, proficiency level, and learning objectives — whether it’s improving grammar, enhancing vocabulary, mastering writing skills, preparing for exams, or developing fluent conversation. That is to mention but a few as teaching is dynamic and unique based on the learner's ability.

My content covers key areas such as speaking, listening, reading, writing, pronunciation, grammar, and critical thinking. I often incorporate authentic materials like articles, videos, stories, and practical scenarios to make learning more relatable and stimulating.

In my classroom dynamics, I emphasize active participation, regular feedback, encouragement, and progressive challenges to build students’ skills step by step. I also use digital tools to create interactive quizzes, assignments, and practice exercises to reinforce learning outside of lessons.

Over the years, I have had the privilege of teaching a diverse range of students — from young learners to adults — helping them achieve their personal, academic, and professional English goals. Each student's success remains my greatest motivation, and I am committed to continuously improving my methods to meet their evolving needs.