Ela H.

I have several years of experience teaching conversational English to students of all levels. I lived, studied, and worked in the United States for 15 years, and I continue to speak English at home. This gives me a strong sense of natural, everyday language and cultural context. My lessons are relaxed and practical, focused on helping students speak fluently and confidently in real-life situations. I gently correct mistakes, encourage conversation, and create a safe space where learners can build vocabulary, improve pronunciation, and speak without fear.

I have many years of experience teaching English to beginners of all ages. I lived, worked, and studied in the United States for 15 years, where I also learned English myself. This experience helps me understand the challenges beginners face and how to support them in a clear, patient, and practical way. My lessons are relaxed and friendly, with a strong focus on speaking, listening, and building useful vocabulary from day one. I use real-life situations, visuals, and simple explanations to help students feel confident and motivated to speak English in everyday life.

I specialize in teaching American English, which I use every day and know deeply thanks to my 15 years of living, studying, and working in the United States. I help students understand not only American pronunciation and vocabulary, but also the cultural context, idioms, and natural expressions used in everyday life. My lessons focus on real communication, helping learners sound more natural and confident when speaking American English.

I have experience teaching English for travel, focusing on real-life situations such as flying, going through the airport, checking into a hotel, ordering food, and asking for directions. I worked as a flight attendant for 10 years, using English every day with passengers from around the world. That experience gave me first-hand knowledge of the language travelers truly need. My lessons are practical and easy to follow, helping students feel confident and prepared to speak English in any travel situation.

I have extensive experience helping students with their English homework, both as a teacher and from my own experience as a student. I know how homework can sometimes feel challenging or confusing, so I focus on making it clear, manageable, and relevant to each student’s goals. I provide explanations and support that help students complete assignments confidently and learn effectively. My aim is to turn homework into a helpful part of the learning process, not just a task to finish.

I have personal experience studying abroad, having spent four years as a university student in the United States. Before that, I had to prepare for and successfully pass the **TOEFL** and **SAT** exams to be accepted. This gave me a deep understanding of what it's like to learn English as a second language, prepare for academic studies, and adjust to life in an English-speaking country. My experience helps me support students not only with language skills, but also with exam strategies, study habits, and the confidence needed to succeed in international education.