Qualified native speaker teacher from UK with over 25 years of experience

Since obtaining my CELTA certificate, I have been working as a teacher of English for over 25 years in various countries, both face to face and online. I have extensive experience teaching preparation courses for IELTS and Cambridge examinations (FCE, CAE, CPE), and keep abreast of the developments and changes made to those testing systems over time. I also have considerable experience teaching English for business, finance, banking, presentations, human resources, sales, marketing, hospitality and medicine, and previously worked as both a teacher trainer and methodologist. Additionally, I work as a freelance translator and editor: translating texts from Russian to English, and proofreading articles and academic papers for numerous clients.

I see teaching as a two-way process, and enjoy learning from my students as much as imparting knowledge to them. I am results-oriented, and derive pleasure from being able to help others achieve their dreams and ambitions. I also believe that studying should above all be an enjoyable process, so having fun is most important in my lessons. I look forward to meeting you, helping you to realize your personal and professional goals, and having lots of fun while doing so!