👋 Hi, I'm Hazel! Native English speaker and TESOL-certified tutor based in Edinburgh, Scotland

🗣️ Nervous about speaking English, French or Spanish? My relaxed, friendly classes will get you talking with confidence!

🌍 I speak 5 languages, so I know exactly how it feels to be the learner

🎓 Taught students of all ages, from primary school in Kuwait to university seminars at the University of Edinburgh

💼 UN, banking and legal translation experience: ideal for Business English and interview practice

📝 Patient, gentle corrections and new vocabulary typed in the chat for you to keep

☕ Everyday Conversation (Elementary to Intermediate) ☕

🔸 Speaking-focused classes on simple, useful topics: introducing yourself, daily life, shopping and travel

🔸 I speak slowly and clearly and adapt every class to your level

🔸 New words and phrases typed in the chat for you to review

🔸 Gentle correction of the mistakes that matter most

💼 Business English & Interview Practice 💼

🔸 Practise meetings, phone calls, emails and presentations

🔸 Role-play real job interviews and get detailed feedback

🔸 Learn natural phrases for finance, international organisations and office life

🎯 IELTS Speaking Preparation 🎯

🔸 Practise all 3 parts of the Speaking test with real timing

🔸 Get feedback on fluency, vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation

🔸 Build your own bank of ideas and phrases for common topics

🌱 My vision: every class should leave you a little more confident than the last. We'll set goals together and check your progress regularly!

🏆 Teaching Highlights 🏆

📌 3 years tutoring at the University of Edinburgh

📌 Tutored English to primary and secondary students in Kuwait

📌 Translated for 120+ clients at an international law conference in London

🌍 My Story 🌍

I went to school in Spain, worked as a translator in Alicante and later lived and worked in Kuwait. Learning Spanish and French helped me make friends, find work and feel at home in new countries. Now I'd love to help you feel that same confidence in English!

☕ Come join my Trial Class! ☕

❓ What to expect in the a trial lesson:

➡️ A friendly chat to get to know you

➡️ A quick check of your speaking level

➡️ Set your goals together and plan your learning journey

➡️ A short activity so you can see what my classes are like

❗ Classroom Rules ❗

↘️ Find a quiet place and check your internet, camera and microphone before class

↘️ Bring a notebook to collect useful expressions

↘️ Don't be afraid of mistakes: they help you learn!

↘️ Please cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours before class. If something urgent comes up, message me as soon as possible