Hi, I'm Paul. Good to meet you. Your English language problems are my problems!
If you need English for conversation, to make your everyday life easier, or for exam preparation or to progress in your career, I can help :)
Email: tom2023jet2007@gmail.com Mob: 022 3250011
I use Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, or other popular apps for video lessons. Online teaching is mostly what I do. However... Face-to-face lessons are also fine, if that suits the client! At home, at the library or a cafe...
I am a fully qualified teacher. I have a Bachelor Degree in Education and Teaching- this also involved a module on TESOL.
I specialise in teaching writing, but I'll help you with absolutely whatever you need.
I like to collaborate closely with students to help them set and meet their goals.
*Please see my reviews from past long-term students at the bottom of the page*
I'm mostly flexible around times- just let me know what time suits, and I'll try to fit you in.
I live near Devonport, on the North Shore.. Lessons at my home are also fine. A drink and a snack will be provided if you'd like!
I have taught around 15-20 different nationalities in my private work as a tutor.
I have had over 16 years experience as a teacher in classrooms in NZ and in Japan. And 18 years as a one-to-one private tutor.
* I work as a paid freelance sports reporter as well, and I run a course of 4 foundation-type workshops for students. It is suitable for advanced 2nd language students, or near-native/native speakers who have a genuine interest in news, media, and interviewing. Here is the link:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yJmZf2j5i_AMKPordguULuVOepuPrd1577770WMh5vk/edit?tab=t.0
Email or text me today about any of your English enquiries... I look forward to making your English better and making learning something for you to look forward to, in return!
Qualifications
Bachelor of Education and Teaching (graduated in 2000: from the Auckland College of Education- now part of Auckland University), this included an 'A' grade pass in a TESOL module.
*Also 'A' grade in an English language module as part of my Degree in: 'Integrated Language Programmes Using Specialised Strategies.
Diploma of Sport and Recreation (1991) Manukau Polytechnic (now MIT), Auckland.
Experiences
ESOL teacher in Nagoya, Japan (2000-2002) and in Auckland (2002-2018)
I taught at ICL Education Ltd (with Auckland English Academy) from 2002-2018.
*One-on-One tutor from 2005-now
About
Interested in my family and friends, sport, writing, and methods of teaching.
yuyai
Paul has been my teacher for almost six months and I think he is friendly, professional and really honest. I think he could get on well with many people. I have a good impression about him and he has a nice selection of activities. It is enjoyable and interesting to learn English from Paul. I think I made a good choice because I have improved my ability a lot, even though I already had lived in English-speaking countries before. So, I would like to recommend him to be your tutor!!!
ricomonteiro
Paul has been my tutor for a few months now and I can say for sure that he is an amazing teacher.
I've been able to improve my vocabulary and to speak with more confidence every day. It's also really helpful learning with a native speaker to improve my listening. Those kiwis have a funny accent. :D
I highly recommend Paul to everyone seeking to improve your English.
kenta
I have taken his lesson for two years.
He is really kind and a great teacher! Also he is good at teaching English because he is a teacher of language school. Especially for Japanese he is the best teacher as he can understand Japanese.
I really recommend him if you are wondering which tutor you should deiced to.
andrewgl25
Paul has been my tutor for a couple of years. We have been working on improving my writing and speaking. I am very happy with Paul's approach. When we started he clarified my goals and then ensured that each session was structured accordingly. Paul lived overseas and studied foreign language himself. He truly understands all the challenges of mastering the foreign language.
I highly recommend Paul as a tutor for all aspects of English learning.