Seth Winkler
5.0
South Africa•
11:01 PM (GMT+02:00)
English
276
4.734
English
276
4.734
Speaks
English
Native
About Me
I have been an educator for more than 20 years with various disciplines as well as age and ethnic groups. I am TEFL certified
I was a vocal teacher to some of the top artists in South Africa. As a vocal trainer, a tremendous emphasis is placed on pronunciation. Without the correct pronunciation of vowels and consonants, the vocalist cannot effectively control their voices.
I am also an award winning songwriter and for years taught people to compose. With songwriting, the main focus is the English language at an advanced level. Classes are based on Pat Pattison's course from Berkley, USA.
I have acquired a vast amount of knowledge over a wide range of topics, which makes it very easy for me to adapt to the needs of the student, which is always the main priority.
The main resources I use for learning are current online information centers. This also helps the student stay up to date with current affairs which will greatly assist him in having conversations with other people.
Every student learns in their own unique way which is why every lesson is different. Classes must be stimulating and fun and encourage students to progress and challenge themselves. However, it is important that a student finishes a lesson having a sense of accomplishment and confidence to speak to other people in English.
I enjoy meeting people, especially with different backgrounds. One of the greatest joys of my life is helping people. I have an ability to grasp complex concepts and simplifying it for people to understand.
Read MoreI was a vocal teacher to some of the top artists in South Africa. As a vocal trainer, a tremendous emphasis is placed on pronunciation. Without the correct pronunciation of vowels and consonants, the vocalist cannot effectively control their voices.
I am also an award winning songwriter and for years taught people to compose. With songwriting, the main focus is the English language at an advanced level. Classes are based on Pat Pattison's course from Berkley, USA.
I have acquired a vast amount of knowledge over a wide range of topics, which makes it very easy for me to adapt to the needs of the student, which is always the main priority.
The main resources I use for learning are current online information centers. This also helps the student stay up to date with current affairs which will greatly assist him in having conversations with other people.
Every student learns in their own unique way which is why every lesson is different. Classes must be stimulating and fun and encourage students to progress and challenge themselves. However, it is important that a student finishes a lesson having a sense of accomplishment and confidence to speak to other people in English.
I enjoy meeting people, especially with different backgrounds. One of the greatest joys of my life is helping people. I have an ability to grasp complex concepts and simplifying it for people to understand.
Trial Lesson
One time, 30 minutesPrivate Lessons
60 minutesTeacher Stats
Within a day 
5 years ago 
98.00%4.734 
27.5 lesson average
5.0 Schedule
Teaching Expertise
Beginner
Upper Beginner
Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced
South African English
Résumé
Education
1996 - 2000
B.Mus (Jazz)
University of Free State - Bloemfontein, South Africa
Focus was on performance, composition, arranging, film and broadcast and education.
Work Experience
2010
Freelance Music Teacher
Self-employed - Bloemfontein, South Africa
Vocal and songwriting teacher
2016
Head of Department
CRC Bible Training Centre - Bloemfontein, South Africa
2012 - 2015
Director of Music and Education
CRC - Bloemfontein
Oversaw the music department and music school
Certifications
2019 - 2019
Advanced Certificate in TEFL
TEFL Full Circle - Online
Focus on teaching English in a Foreign Language