English with Amanda... online!

What do you teach?

I help students to:

  • develop their speaking and listening skills
  • improve their reading and writing skills
  • increase their range of vocabulary and grammatical knowledge
  • prepare for Cambridge English exams
  • use English in the workplace
  • enjoy learning and using English

If there is anything else you would like help with, just ask. I’m flexible and do all I can to meet the specific needs of my students.

What age do you teach?

I teach students of all ages and abilities. There is no upper or lower age limit!

How long are lessons?

Lessons generally last for 25 or 50 minutes.

One-to-one or group learning?

Lessons are generally conducted one-to-one (one teacher and one student). If you would prefer to learn in a group with your friends or family, please contact me for details and rates.

Are lesson materials provided?

Yes! I provide all learning materials. These are provided free of charge, unless they need to be sourced for a specific individual. Students can also work with their own resources, if they prefer.

Is there any homework?

This is up to the student. Homework is a good way to practise English between lessons, especially writing skills.

How much do lessons cost?

Lesson charges are dependent on the type of lesson or size of the group - please contact me for details.

How do I pay for lessons?

Lessons are paid for in advance, on receipt of an invoice. Payment is due within 7 days. Late payment may result in your lesson time being reallocated to another student.

How do I arrange lessons?

Once you receive access to the Student Portal, you can arrange and manage your own lessons. Most students prefer to have the same lesson time each week, but you can book ad-hoc lessons as and when you wish.

Is there a cancellation charge?

The full lesson charge is payable for lessons cancelled less than 48 hours in advance. If you cancel more than 48 hours in advance, you will receive a credit to your student account. Hopefully, you will be able to reschedule the lesson.

How are lessons conducted?

Lessons are conducted via Zoom or Voov Meeting (Tencent). I will provide you with the meeting ID. If you would prefer to use an alternative meeting platform, please let me know.

What internet speed do I need?

The higher the better, but a minimum upload and download speed of least 2.0 mbps.

Are lessons recorded?

Lessons conducted by Zoom are recorded. These recordings are available on request. If you have installed Zoom on your laptop or PC you will be able to record lessons yourself. Lessons conducted by Voov Meeting (Tencent) can be recorded, if required.

Do you use drawing tools in the classroom?

Yes. Lessons are interactive. Students can view learning materials on the screen and, depending on the device, can annotate. If you have any trouble locating the tools in Zoom, watch this video.

If you have a question that hasn’t been answered here, please do not hesitate to contact me.