Results-driven, student-focused, and highly experienced professional and Teacher Trainer with a demonstrated 25+ year experience in teaching Business, Marketing, HR and Employability modules, EAP, ESP (Law, Finance, Business, Medicine Engineering), ESAP, EFL, IELTS, TOEFL, General English, Cambridge Exam English, English for Young Learners, to culturally diverse groups of students in Colleges and Higher Tertiary Education Institutes in the UK and abroad. Currently a University Lecturer in a UK University

Hi! My name is Christian and I'm from the United States.

I am a TEFL certified Business English coach with a BA in Communications (specializing in Public Relations), AA in General Studies and a degree in IT.

Why should you take lessons from me?
I'm on a mission to change the way global professionals approach Business English and career development. I combine my enthusiastic "go getter" attitude with expert confidence-building techniques to ensure you get the most out of every session with me.

Here's what you can expect:
Dynamic Lessons: Engaging sessions tailored to your specific needs and professional context.
Pronunciation Techniques: Tips and tricks on how to improve your English pronunciation so you can speak clearly in any professional setting.
Confidence-Building Strategies: I'll teach you not only the grammar and business jargon appropriate to your industry, but also the confidence to effectively communicate your new learning.

I'm excited to make your professional goals a reality!

Greetings from Cape Town, South Africa. I am Rifat and I hold a Master's degree in Commerce and have 20 years’ experience in business and the energy sector. Additionally, I have a level-5 TEFL certificate from the TEFL Academy in the United Kingdom.

My industry experience over the years includes training workshops for groups, staff, and management focused on improving business management functions. I enjoy creating relevant teaching materials and coursework tailored to students’ needs. As an educator, I bring advanced research skills with proposals and report-writing experience. These provide a rich resource for English language teaching and make the learning experience more relevant. This journey ensures communication skills and language mastery that’s specific to your career and industry.

My pedagogy and teaching strategies strongly favor a student-centered approach focusing on finding a balance between receptive and productive skills to achieve optimal language acquisition. I rely on advanced online resources in the classroom.

I have been working as an accountant and in a commercial bank for the last 15 years. During my career I have been exposed to various industries and have built up a good understanding of these industries. My Business English vocabulary is also very good due to my exposure to the mentioned industries. I enjoy teaching English as this provides me the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of people and help them to achieve their career goals. My approach is to identify the area of interest for the student and base the lesson and questions around this.

I have spent the last 25 years in the Finance and Insurance Industry and I am highly qualified in terms of South African legislation. This experience in the industry is invaluable when teaching a learner English whose aim is to serve in that industry. I I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and making learning fun for everyone. I have completed the Duolingo Test and scored 148/160 for English proficiency at a university level. This makes me uniquely qualified to assist students who aim to complete the test in order to undertake their studies in English. I will create an interactive and engaging environment where you can speak English freely and with confidence. I will not only teach the normal vocabulary that is needed but also the unique idioms and colloquialisms that native speakers frequently use, I will enable you to interact with native English speakers with confidence and ease.

Recently retired, I find myself eager to return to a field I’ve always been passionate about: teaching. With a deep-rooted enthusiasm for working and engaging with students, I am excited to leverage my ample free time to contribute positively to their development. I derive immense satisfaction from helping students grow and improve themselves. My years of experience in finance and banking have provided me with a comprehensive understanding of various sectors within the industry, including credit reviews, property and trade finance applications, personal and home loan approvals as well as savings and investment advice as I am a qualified FAIS representative at Standard Bank of South Africa ltd. This expertise enriches my perspective, allowing me to offer valuable insights into real-world applications of banking and financial principles. Additionally, I value the diversity of working with international students, as it enhances both my experience and their learning journey.