Richard

Hi there!
My name is Richard and I live in the centre of Manchester - a city I love!
I can improve English and academic skills for students at all levels, including written projects, IELTS and other examinations, and proof-reading. Contact me for a chat about online classes.

I am an English teacher with more than 23 years of experience.
I have taught in both universities in Manchester, in secondary schools, with The British Council in Madrid, and in London.

My services
• My work helps you improve your written assignments and projects.
• I also prepare you for other academic/work tasks, such as presentations and interviews.
• As we start, I will focusing specifically on your work and needs.
• My English language classes are practical, using English for general conversation, preparing you for
interviews, presentations or applications for work, and developing your social life through music,
film and entertainment.
• I give lots of feedback and examples which you can use and develop.
• I also help you complete written applications for courses, and I teach international students to pass
the IELTS, which is essential for university courses.
• If you find exams difficult to prepare for, we can work together to devise strategies for success.
• In addition, I also proof-read all academic submissions and offer research support.

Prices (approximate)
General English classes - £25-30/hr
Academic support with writing/speaking - £25-30/hr
IELTS and exam preparation - £25-30/hr
Proof-reading - £25 per 5,000 words
Research support - contact me with any request you have

Place
All classes are delivered online effectively with a strong WI-FI connection.

Please contact me and we can arrange a meeting to discuss your requirements.
I look forward to hearing from you.

Availability: I am available immediately for online classes.
Please contact me and we can create a timetable around your availability.

Willing to travel: Home Only

Experience: 2020
Teacher of Academic English and Materials Development, Manchester Metropolitan University.

2019-2020
Teacher of Academic English, INTO City, University of London.

2018 - 2019
Teacher of Academic English, The University of Manchester.

2015 - 2016
Teacher of English, Frances King Academy, London

2015
Teacher of English, Kaplan International, Manchester

2011 - 2014
Teacher of English as a Foreign Language, The British Council, Madrid

2002 - 2010
Head of Drama, Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College, Cheshire.

2000-2001
Teacher of Performing Arts, Loreto Sixth Form College, Manchester.

1997 - 2000
Teacher of Drama and English, The Kingsway School, Cheadle.