Native English Tutor from the UK | IELTS & Cambridge English | Speaking & Communication

William

Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Specialties: Cambridge English · Speaking & Listening · English · IELTS ·
Students: Children · Teenagers · Adults

About William

William is a Native English-Speaking (NES) teacher from the UK with extensive experience teaching English to children, teenagers, and adults in Vietnam. He has taught learners of different ages, levels, and learning backgrounds, with particular experience in IELTS preparation, Cambridge English examinations, speaking and listening, and communicative English.

William is known for his clear communication, adaptability, and structured approach to teaching. He takes time to understand each student’s ability and learning needs, then adapts his teaching style accordingly. His goal is not only to help students meet the required level, but to build their confidence and help them progress beyond it.

He currently teaches and prepares students for the IELTS examination in Ho Chi Minh City, following previous teaching roles covering Cambridge English and integrated IELTS programmes for students from Grade 9 to Grade 12.

Teaching Experience

William has extensive English teaching experience across language centres, schools, and IELTS programmes:

• IELTS Lydia, Ho Chi Minh City | 2025–Present
  Teaching and preparing students for the IELTS examination.
• ABC Edu, Bien Hoa | 2023–2025
  Teaching English across the Cambridge and Integrated IELTS programme to Grade 9–12 students.
• AMA Language Centre, Bien Hoa | 2022–2024
  Preparing students aged 4–17 for Cambridge examinations, including KET, PET and IELTS.
• Le Quy Don High School, Bien Hoa | 2020–2022
  Teaching speaking, listening and CEFR English to Grade 11 and 12 students.
• Viet Uc English Centre, Bien Hoa | 2019–2021
  Teaching English speaking and listening to children aged 5–16, as well as communicative English to adults.
• Premier Education, Ho Chi Minh City | 2017–2018
  Teaching English to students aged 3–17, elementary and intermediate Mathematics, and IELTS to teenage and adult learners.

Clear & Structured Learning
Explaining concepts clearly and concisely so students understand what they are learning and why.

Practical Communication
Developing students’ ability to use English confidently through speaking, listening, and communicative activities.

Exam Preparation
Helping students understand examination requirements, practise relevant skills, and work towards the level needed for IELTS and Cambridge examinations.

Individualised Support
Identifying each student’s strengths and areas for improvement, then adapting lessons to help them progress effectively.

Confidence Building
Creating a supportive learning environment where students can develop confidence alongside their English skills.

William’s previous teaching responsibilities specifically included understanding the curriculum, preparing lesson plans and activities, managing classrooms, and adapting his teaching style to different abilities so that students could progress to the required level.

Best suited for students who want to:

• Prepare for IELTS
• Prepare for Cambridge English examinations
• Improve English speaking and listening
• Build confidence in communicating in English
• Develop their English alongside their school curriculum
• Improve practical and communicative English skills

AMA Language Centre, Bien Hoa | 2022–2024 Preparing students aged 4–17 for Cambridge examinations, including KET, PET and IELTS. Le Quy Don High School, Bien Hoa | 2020–2022 Teaching speaking, listening and CEFR English to Grade 11 and 12 students. Viet Uc English Centre, Bien Hoa | 2019–2021 Teaching English speaking and listening to children aged 5–16, as well as communicative English to adults.

Education & Qualifications MA Education with Leadership & Administration — ACT University, 2024–Present 30-hour TEFL Certificate – Teaching Business English, 2023 120-hour International TESOL Qualification, 2023 BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies — University of the West of Scotland, 1998–2002

Teaching Approach William takes a student-centred and adaptable approach. Rather than using exactly the same method for every learner, he adjusts his teaching style according to the student's age, ability, goals, and current level. His teaching focuses on: