Hi, I am Liesl, an English speaker from South Africa with a neutral accent.

Ages I Teach:
3-6 years old, 7-12 years old, 13-18 years old

My Style:
Teaching is my true passion, and I find great joy in discovering the ideal pace and learning method for each of my learners. I love helping learners achieve their goals and discovering what excites them. I enjoy tailoring sessions around each learner’s interests to make learning more meaningful and engaging.

My Qualifications:
I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education (cum laude) with the specialization of language acquisition. I also have a TEFL certificate. I am currently pursuing studies in differentiated education and alternative systems of phonics and reading.

My Experience:
I have taught in a classroom for 19 years. I ventured into online teaching, loving the skill-specific growth in learners. I teach learners from Europe, Vietnam and China. I enjoy the rewarding interactions that come from working with learners from diverse backgrounds. I am qualified to teach learners with learning disabilities such as: ADHD and experienced in preparing learners for IELTS, Cambridge KET, Flyers, Movers, Starters.

Languages I Speak:
English, Afrikaans, isiZulu

My Interests:
I have a passion for traveling and have been fortunate enough to visit various parts of Europe, as well as touring throughout Africa. I am also an animal lover and share my home with a wonderful collection of pets, including cats, dogs, rabbits, a hedgehog, and a few rescued wild animals. In my free time, I enjoy reading and watching Netflix. I’m a huge fan of Harry Potter, both the novels and the movies, and love learning about the latest trends, such as Manga!

My current location:
South Africa

A fun fact about me! 
I can’t stand the smell of peanut butter and love fruit – but not in chocolate.