Rachael
5.0
United Kingdom•
4:19 PM (GMT+01:00)
English
109
1,656
English
109
1,656
Speaks
English
Native
,Czech
C2
,Spanish
B1
,French
B1
,German
B1
,Latin
B1
About Me
Hello! I'm Rachael, a professional, British EFL teacher with 30 years' experience as a specialist in English as a Foreign Language and English for Speakers of Other Languages. I have taught all ages from 3 to 70, lots of different nationalities, and all levels (from Absolute Beginner to Proficiency) in the Czech Republic, Spain and here in England.
I am happy to help you with grammar, vocabulary, accuracy, reading, writing, speaking, fluency, pronunciation, listening, exam preparation, academic English, business English or functional everyday English. Book a trial lesson, so I can design a course to deal with your specific language needs and priorities. I'm fluent in Czech, and have studied French, German, Latin and Spanish, so I know exactly how it feels to be a language learner.
Respect for equality and diversity is vital to me in my own life. I warmly welcome new learners of all abilities, no matter your:
• age,
• gender,
• race,
• nationality,
• faith,
• mental or physical ability,
• neurodiversity,
• sexual orientation
• or status.
I come from Newcastle upon Tyne, so my vowel sounds are northern English, but all my students find me easy to understand. Just click on the video (which I recorded 10 years ago) to hear my voice!
Read MoreI am happy to help you with grammar, vocabulary, accuracy, reading, writing, speaking, fluency, pronunciation, listening, exam preparation, academic English, business English or functional everyday English. Book a trial lesson, so I can design a course to deal with your specific language needs and priorities. I'm fluent in Czech, and have studied French, German, Latin and Spanish, so I know exactly how it feels to be a language learner.
Respect for equality and diversity is vital to me in my own life. I warmly welcome new learners of all abilities, no matter your:
• age,
• gender,
• race,
• nationality,
• faith,
• mental or physical ability,
• neurodiversity,
• sexual orientation
• or status.
I come from Newcastle upon Tyne, so my vowel sounds are northern English, but all my students find me easy to understand. Just click on the video (which I recorded 10 years ago) to hear my voice!
My trial lessons
My job is to make you feel relaxed enough to communicate comfortably. I’ll begin by asking you questions: why do you need English? What can you already do? And what do you need to learn to do better?
I’ll listen, make notes, and I’ll adapt my teaching style to suit your learning style. I’ll give constructive feedback: as little – or as much – correction as you want, and then I’ll plan the course around your needs.
Read MoreI’ll listen, make notes, and I’ll adapt my teaching style to suit your learning style. I’ll give constructive feedback: as little – or as much – correction as you want, and then I’ll plan the course around your needs.
Trial Lesson
One time, 30 minutesPrivate Lessons
60 minutesTeacher Stats
Within a few hours 
9 years ago 
100.00%1,656 
23.8 lesson average
5.0 Schedule
March 30, 2025 - April 6, 2025
All times listed are in your local timezone
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Sun
03/30/2025
Mon
03/31/2025
Tue
04/01/2025
Wed
04/02/2025
Thu
04/03/2025
Fri
04/04/2025
Sat
04/05/2025
No times available in this range
Teaching Expertise
Beginner
Upper Beginner
Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced
Upper Advanced
British English
Résumé
Education
1988 - 1991
Film Studies and English (BA Hons): 2:1
University of Kent - Canterbury, UK
Work Experience
2004 - 2014
ESOL Lecturer (Adults)
Hugh Baird Further Education College - Merseyside, UK
2003 - 2004
EFL teacher
International House Irun (Lacunza) - Irun, Spain
1998 - 2003
EFL teacher
International House Prague (Akcent) - Prague, Czech Republic
1995 - 1998
EFL teacher
Anglo-American Academy - Kladno, Czech Republic
Certifications
2018
2005 - 2005
University of Cambridge Level 5 Certificate Further Education Teaching Stage 3
Liverpool Community College - Liverpool, UK
Required Qualified Teacher Status for teaching in Further Education college
2005 - 2005
University of Cambridge Level 4 Certificate for ESOL Subject Specialists
Liverpool Community College - Liverpool, UK
Required Qualified Teacher Status to teach ESOL in Further Education college
1999 - 2000
Cambridge/RSA Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults
International House - Prague, Czech Republic
1994 - 1995
Cambridge/RSA Certificate in the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language to Adults
University of Northumbria - Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
Ratings
111
Fun
126
Motivation Guru
130
Excellent Materials
157
Great Conversation
36
Exam Coach
11
Business Expert
39
Writing Coach
33
Great for Beginners
82
Great for Intermediate
67
Great for Advanced
76
Accent Reduction
3
Tech Savvy
61
Goes the Extra Mile
87
Grammar Expert
33
Cultural Insights
5.0 Average
919 ratings, 109 students
January 31, 2016 • Lessons: 6
I am so happy I found Rachel. She is the teacher I was just looking for: helpful, patient, dedicated . Her speech is very clear and her explanations very detailed.
I don't feel under pressure during the lessons because she can create a comfortable environment.
I strongly recommend her.
Read MoreI don't feel under pressure during the lessons because she can create a comfortable environment.
I strongly recommend her.
September 1, 2020 • Lessons: 30
After a 2 years break, I came back to Verbling only to start over my English journey with Rachel. As always, a friendly person to share with, who is of great help to make me go to the next step. I can only highly recommend her!
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March 18, 2016 • Lessons: 26
I received good vibrations with the first class. Rachael is a really good teacher. I clap for her. She kept my expectations about English learning in mind and she worked on them. Definitely, you will have a new student!!!! :)
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