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Jay
- Rate $55
- Response 20h
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Students47
Number of students Jay has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Jay has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

$55/hr
- English speaking
- English vocabulary
- English Reading
- English listening
- Business English
Improve your English Literacy and Communication skills with Dr Jay (PhD). International Certificate for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
- English speaking
- English vocabulary
- English Reading
- English listening
- Business English
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Jay is one of our best English speaking tutors. High-quality profile, verified qualifications, a quick response time, and great reviews from students!
About Jay
Who is Dr. Jay? - PhD from University of Tasmania, Australia; postdoc fellowship at NIWA New Zealand, -International certificate for “Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages” (TESOL) from Westminster College London (Certificate number: AD1601904), - Freelancer English language expert for AI training at Outlier.ai, - Private English mentor/tutor - Strong teaching/mentoring skills: over 10 years of experience working with/within education systems in diverse international, multicultural and multidisciplinary contexts, - Peer reviewer for high-impact scholarly journals, - Solid written and verbal communication skills, - Strong analytical and critical thinking capacities, fun and friendly personality Hi, thanks for checking out my profile :) I hold a PhD degree from the University of Tasmania, Australia, and completed a postdoctoral research fellowship at one of the most prominent science and research centers in New Zealand. Over the past 15 years, I have gained extensive experience working with/within secondary and tertiary education systems in diverse international and multicultural contexts. My roles have included mentoring and lecturing at University of Tasmania (Australia), Glenunga International High School (Australia), Fraser High School (New Zealand), and Auckland University of Technology (New Zealand). I have written many general and scientific papers, peer-reviewed several manuscripts for high-impact scholarly journals, conducted numerous public speaking and presentations at international conferences, chaired discussion sessions, facilitated workshops, and interviewed many people for work. In the past few years, I have been mentoring both native speakers and international learners to improve their general, academic and workplace English proficiency. To further enhance my knowledge and equip myself with advanced English teaching techniques, I obtained an internationally recognized certificate for “Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages” (TESOL) in January 2023. I am happy to share all this knowledge and experience with you.
About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Hi,
I’m here to help you get better at English—both understanding it and using it confidently. My lessons focus on three key areas:
Understanding what others mean: Whether it’s someone talking to you or something you’re reading, you’ll learn how to figure out what’s being said or written.
Creating your personal thoughts and ideas: Whether you’re a student, a professional, or just someone with ideas to share, you’ll learn how to communicate your thoughts clearly.
Communicating your ideas with others: You’ll practice how to explain your thoughts and feelings in a way that makes sense, both when speaking and writing.
To do so, we’ll work on a mix of important topics that make all the difference when using English:
Grammar: Making sure your sentences are correct and sound natural
Clarity and logic: Helping you say or write things in a way that flows and makes sense
Fluency: Getting you to think and speak/write smoothly and naturally without getting stuck
Vocabulary: Building your word bank so you can express yourself better, We’ll also have fun with slang and idioms—those little phrases that make language lively!
Pronunciation and spelling: Make sure you say words clearly and spell them right, even those tricky ones that sound the same but mean different things (they’re called homophones).
We’ll practice these in all four important language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
To keep things fun and effective, we’ll use a variety of strategies. You’ll:
Talk about real-life, useful topics to build your everyday communication skills.
Work on sentence structure and the basic grammar rules that make English click.
Play engaging and educational games that teach you while keeping it fun!
My teaching philosophy
As an experienced educator, I understand that learning English as a second language can feel tough and even stressful, but don’t worry—I’ve got you! My goal is to make learning fun, relaxed, and something you actually enjoy. Think of me as your friend and practice buddy, here to guide you and cheer you on.
Here’s what I focus on:
Building learning resilience: Nobody’s perfect, and that’s totally okay. In my classes, you’re free to mess up because every mistake is a chance to get better and build learning resilience.
Improving confidence: By pushing yourself to practice English in a stress-free and trusting environment, like my classes, you improve your English level, and therefore you become more confident in using the language in less familiar situations.
Thinking in English: This is super important for becoming fluent! you’ll train your brain to think in English, so it makes your communication style more natural. We’ll work on two types of brain thinking patterns: 1) Fast thinking for quick responses during conversations or real-life situations. 2) Slow thinking for when responses could be delayed and you can take your time to think; like writing an email, a university assignment or giving a presentation.
At the end of the day, learning English doesn’t have to be stressful. I want to help you improve while having fun in a friendly and relaxed environment.
If that sounds like your kind of thing, let’s start practising together!
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
He is the wisest person I've ever met. He is so humble and his consciousness is very high. Even the hardest philosophical conversations can be done simply and clearly with him. He was fine with my mistakes which I think is essential to sustain mutual understanding. His pronunciation is so clear and his corrections are compassionate. It's very nice to talk with him.
Jay is an attentive, patient teacher, with a great ability to connect with the needs of others. He has a deep knowledge of the English language. You will feel safe and supported by Jay. Do not hesitate. It is 100% recommended.
Maria D. CabrellesI wholeheartedly recommend Jay for anyone seeking a skilled and supportive English tutor .Jay's impact on my English skills has been nothing short of transformative. His confident and clear teaching style, combined with his kind approach , not only bolstered my language foundation but also empowered me to express myself with confidence. He's not just a good teacher; he's an inspiration.
Dr.Jay has completely transformed my approach to learning English. After years of monotonous language classes that left me stuck at an intermediate level, I Knew him through my friend and yearned for a more liberating and innovative style of teaching. His teaching method was the answer to my prayers. It was an eye-opening experience, and I eagerly look forward to continuing my journey with them.
Their approach, which focuses on real conversation and practical techniques over traditional textbooks, has refreshed my passion for language learning. He has shown me a new way to learn and use English, making it enjoyable and effective. Whether you're a seasoned learner or just starting out, their adaptable teaching style caters to your unique needs.
I recommend Dr.Jay to anyone seeking a refreshing and liberating way to master English. Thanks to their guidance, I've rediscovered my love for learning and have broken free from the confines of repetitive language classes. Thank you to Dr.Jay for their innovative teaching approach and the hope He has instilled in my language-learning journey.Jay is an amazing English tutor! He is really cool and approachable, and have a knack for making English concepts super easy to understand.
You can absolutely count on Jay to help you excel in English!He is confident,has great professional skills,he follows great work ethics
I am highly recommend Dr.Jay for his outstanding work as an English language teacher. I have known him for 2 years in my capacity as English teacher and a work partner , and I have been consistently impressed by his dedication to their students and their passion for teaching.
He is an amazing teacher with an innovative way of teaching, so patient and professional. the class atmosphere is fun and relaxing in a way that i like to talk and talk.
He is a fantastic teacher. I always spend good moments during our lessons and he makes me confident
I have progressed a lot .I really like it.
You have taught me a vast number of invaluable things. Through obstacles and difficult days, you have kept a cool head and a warm heart. Meeting a person like you is rare, let alone having the privilege of them being your teacher! Thank you, truly and sincerely.
Hello, I am a teacher of non-formal education and informal education with children who are not educated in formal schools. To promote him to have a higher level of education
Dr Jay is a wonderful tutor. He is patient, fun and friendly. It was a good experience working with him. Strongly recommend
I am willing to let you know that has been my friend for last recent years. Jay is one of most amazing friend. He is trustful and puncual person. I have experienced an individual who knows excellent personal relations with people all ages. He also had good communication skills.
Jay is an awesome positive person
And he helped me to achieve a great understanding of the English language, he was patient with me, answering all my questions quickly and efficiently, with great passion and enthusiasm.I really appreciate for helping me to develope my English speaking skill. Before, I was afraid to communicate with the others,now I feel confident to speak in English at my working place.
I have been talking with him around a year so, I found out he is passionate and knowledgeable in his field. He is able to talk and manage different subjects, also he lets students to talk and give their opinions freely and discuss about them.
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- $55
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- 5h: $275
- 10h: $550
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