Christopher Balderson
5.0
United Kingdom•
6:22 AM (GMT+00:00)
English
389
5.662
English
389
5.662
Speaks
English
Native
,Russian
A1
About Me
-IELTS, KET, PET, FCE, CAE and general English - build confidence speaking English with me!
-British English tutor with 9 years of teaching experience
-Clear pronunciation and speech
-Friendly and patient
-Mistakes and errors in speech corrected and pronunciation improved
-Students of all ages (13+) upwards of A2 level welcomed
-Textbooks and other materials for grammar and vocabulary included
-Homework provided if required
-Job interview preparation conducted
-Voiceover recording and proofreading services accepted
-Students report greater confidence in speaking English after having lessons
***All students - it would be very helpful if you could send me a little message describing your level and objectives before our class.***
***Parents - it would be very useful to know some information about your son or daughter before the lesson such as their language ability and any learning objectives. PLEASE NOTE that Verbling tutors are not allowed to teach children under 13 on this platform.***
Read More-British English tutor with 9 years of teaching experience
-Clear pronunciation and speech
-Friendly and patient
-Mistakes and errors in speech corrected and pronunciation improved
-Students of all ages (13+) upwards of A2 level welcomed
-Textbooks and other materials for grammar and vocabulary included
-Homework provided if required
-Job interview preparation conducted
-Voiceover recording and proofreading services accepted
-Students report greater confidence in speaking English after having lessons
***All students - it would be very helpful if you could send me a little message describing your level and objectives before our class.***
***Parents - it would be very useful to know some information about your son or daughter before the lesson such as their language ability and any learning objectives. PLEASE NOTE that Verbling tutors are not allowed to teach children under 13 on this platform.***
My trial lessons
You will first be asked to introduce yourself. I will then present a picture for you to describe and ask you questions on the topic of 'first impressions'. A reading and vocabulary task will be given for homework if required, and I will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Read MoreTrial Lesson
One time, 30 minutesPrivate Lessons
60 minutesTeacher Stats
Within a day 
7 years ago 
99.00%5.662 
24.8 lesson average
5.0 Schedule
Teaching Expertise
Upper Beginner
Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced
Upper Advanced
British English
Résumé
Education
2010 - 2013
BA Film TV Radio Studies
Staffordshire University - Stoke-on-Trent
Focused on theoretical studies of the cinematic branch of the arts.
2006 - 2008
HND Media Production
University of Northampton - Northampton
This was a two-year course with a combination of theoretical and practical modules aimed to enrich knowledge of cinema.
Work Experience
2017 - 2017
English Teacher
Speak Up Language School - Krakow, Poland
I conducted speaking lessons on a variety of general English topics. I also taught grammar and practical skills lessons, where students learned how to write, for example: CVs, cover letters, letters of enquiry in English.
2013 - 2015
English Teacher
Streamline Language School - Minsk, Belarus
I conducted group classes to both general and business English students. The latter included staff members of Atlant M and Izovac companies. I also took part in fun native English speaker lessons where there were speaking materials based around a topic, for example, politics, comedy, etc.
2013 - 2014
English Teacher
Mulberry Club Language School - Minsk, Belarus
I conducted group classes of general and business English. I also took part in fun native English speaker lessons where there were speaking materials based around a topic, for example, politics, comedy, etc.
2015 - 0
Online English Teacher
Private - Multiple Locations
I teach as an online ESL teacher. My classes are either conversation based with corrections and suggestions, vocabulary, grammar, or practical skills, for example, writing a CV or cover letter.
Certifications
2011 - 2015
TEFL
TEFL - Northampton
I have four TEFL certificates-20 hours classroom learning, 50 hours online study, 30 hours grammar, and 30 hours business English.