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Venessa
- Rate $53
- Response 3h

$53/hr
1st lesson free
- English speaking
- TOEFL
Conversation & Confidence Building - CELTA-Certified English Tutor Helping Adults Build Confidence in English for Everyday and Professional Communication
- English speaking
- TOEFL
Lesson location
Recommended
Venessa is a respected tutor in our community. She is highly recommended for her commitment and the quality of her lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Venessa
Hi! I'm Venessa, a writer, editor, and lifelong language enthusiast.
I've spent more than 20 years working in publishing, from writing and editing to consulting with authors about their careers and the business of getting books into readers' hands. I've also spent many years teaching writing to adults through workshops, classes, and presentations. In 2026, I added a CELTA Pass B to that background and began expanding my teaching into English language education.
I'm currently learning Italian myself, so I know firsthand how humbling—and often intimidating—it can be to try to express yourself in a language that isn't your own. I also know how rewarding it is when something suddenly clicks, and those moments are one of my favorite parts of learning—from either side of the desk.
When I'm not working with words, I'm playing with words. I'm usually writing, reading, editing, or finding some new way to obsess over language and storytelling. I'm also a big fan of exploring new places, learning new things, and following an interesting question down a rabbit hole.
If you're ready to make English a little more comfortable—and a lot more useful—let's get started.
About the lesson
- Adult education
- B1
- B2
- +5
levels :
Adult education
B1
B2
C1
C2
Intermediate
Advanced
Professional
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Build real confidence speaking English! In these lessons, we will practice everyday conversation on topics you choose — daily life, your interests, work, travel, and more. I will help you speak more naturally, fix common mistakes, and grow your vocabulary step by step.
You will get clear, friendly feedback in every lesson, so you always know what to work on next.
This pairs well with my more structured General English lessons, if you want extra practice with grammar and skill-building alongside your conversation time. My goal is simple but powerful: help you feel comfortable speaking English, one conversation at a time.
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
I didn't learn English from her, but I hired Venessa to edit my book about five years ago and I've worked with her on three other books since. She's always taken the time to explain why she felt something needed to be changed and never made me feel silly for asking questions or for more information. I hope she's available when I'm finished with my current book, because I want to work with her again!
I have known Venessa for about 3 years now. I met her through our shared love of writing. She is an outstanding, compassionate, and patient teacher and facilitator. She has a way of explaining things very simply without making it feel like she is talking down to you. Her lectures and courses have always been very enjoyable, maintaining the balance between fun and highly informative with a skill that I have seen few master. She is thorough and patient while answering questions, even if they are repeat questions and always makes understanding for all students her primary goal.
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Rates
Rate
- $53
Pack prices
- 5h: $249
- 10h: $499
free lessons
The first lesson with Venessa will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.
- 30mins
online
- $53/h
Details
Free lesson:
Your first 30-minute lesson is a chance to get comfortable speaking English with me. We'll have a relaxed conversation about a topic you're interested in, and I'll give you some friendly feedback along the way. It's a chance to experience how I teach and get a feel for how we can use future lessons to build your confidence.
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