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Callista
- Rate $7
- Response 1h

$7/hr
1st lesson free
- English
- Reading
- Literacy
- Spelling
I am a certified educator; I teach English to young learners. I have three years of teaching experience; I have a bachelor's degree in history education. I am from Nigeria. I teach grammar, pronunciat
- English
- Reading
- Literacy
- Spelling
Lesson location
About Callista
Passionate English language tutor with a TEFL certification and 3 years of experience. I specialize in teaching complete beginners through fun, interactive, and game-filled lessons. My patient and engaging approach makes learning enjoyable and builds confident, motivated learners from the very first lesson.
About the lesson
- Primary
- High School
- NCEA Level 1
- +5
levels :
Primary
High School
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Adult education
Diploma
Doctorate
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
I believe language learning should be enjoyable, not intimidating. My lessons are designed to be fun, interactive, and engaging, built around games, activities, and real-life conversation that make progress feel natural and exciting. I create a warm, pressure-free environment where students feel confident enough to make mistakes, ask questions, and grow at their own pace.
My sessions are packed with interactive activities including word games, role-plays, storytelling exercises, and communicative tasks that bring the language to life. I blend these with clear, structured explanations of grammar and vocabulary so that learning is both enjoyable and purposeful. No two lessons feel the same and I keep things fresh and lively to maintain motivation throughout. My standard lessons run for 60 minutes, enough time to warm up, dive into new material, play through practice activities, and wrap up with a quick review.
I hold a TEFL certification and have 3 years of dedicated English teaching experience. My training and hands-on practice have equipped me with proven techniques for helping learners at the earliest stages of their English journey build a strong, confident foundation.
My lessons are specifically designed for complete beginners, learners who are just starting out and need a patient, encouraging guide to help them take those first important steps. Whether you are a child, teenager, or adult picking up English for the first time, you will find my classes welcoming, supportive, and genuinely fun. No prior knowledge is needed, just a willingness to learn and enjoy the process!
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Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
I am pleased to write this recommendation for Teacher Callista; she is an exceptional English language teacher at Bethany International School. Having been one of her students, I had the privilege of experiencing firsthand her dedication, professionalism, and outstanding teaching ability.
Teacher Callista is one who brings passion and creativity into the classroom. Her teaching style is highly interactive and student-centered. Rather than simply explaining concepts from the textbook, she made lessons practical and engaging by using examples from everyday life, group discussions, comprehension exercises, and interactive question-and-answer sessions. This approach made even difficult aspects of the English language, such as comprehension, grammar structure, essay writing, and vocabulary development, much easier to understand and apply.
One of the qualities that stood out most about her was her patience and willingness to ensure that every student understood the lesson before moving on. She had a remarkable ability to break down complex topics into simple explanations, making learning less intimidating and more enjoyable. She also encouraged active participation, creating a classroom environment where students felt comfortable asking questions and expressing themselves.
Her impact was clearly reflected in the academic improvement of her students. I recall several parents openly acknowledging how much their children’s performance in English improved under her guidance. Many students who previously struggled with written expression and comprehension began to show significant progress because of her consistent teaching methods and personal attention to their learning needs.
Personally, I remember struggling with essay writing and sentence construction at one point. Teacher Callista took extra time to review my work, pointing out my mistakes while patiently explaining how to improve. She introduced a structured method of planning essays by first organizing ideas into clear points before writing, which greatly improved my confidence and performance. This was a turning point for me, as I began to approach English tasks with better understanding and confidence.
She is not only an excellent teacher but also a mentor who genuinely cares about the success of her students. Her dedication, effective teaching strategies, and positive influence make her a valuable asset to Bethany International School and to any educational institution fortunate enough to have her.
I strongly recommend her for any role that requires excellence in teaching, student engagement, and academic mentorship.
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Rates
Rate
- $7
Pack prices
- 5h: $35
- 10h: $70
free lessons
The first lesson with Callista will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.
- 1hr
online
- $7/h
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