American English Lessons with a Native U.S. Teacher
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A-1 English School

Learn English You Can Actually Use

Hi, I’m John — and I’m the only teacher here at A-1 English School.

I help students from around the world speak English with more confidence, clarity, and comfort. My lessons are relaxed, practical, and focused on real conversation.

You won’t memorize scripts.
You won’t feel judged.
You’ll practice real English — step by step.

Private 60-minute online lessons start at $25 USD.

Let’s start building your confidence today.

My Teaching Approach

I focus on practical English — the kind you actually use in conversation, university, work, interviews, and travel.

You will:

  • Speak actively in every lesson

  • Receive gentle corrections and supportive feedback

  • Improve fluency, pronunciation, and natural expression

  • Get personalized improvement tips after each session

No memorized scripts.
No pressure.
No long-term contracts.

Just structured, practical English you can apply immediately.

What I Teach

Conversational English

Build confidence through real-world American English conversation for daily life, work, travel, and social situations.

Want to speak English naturally and confidently in real-life situations? My relaxed, one-to-one online lessons focus on practical conversation — so you can use English, not just study it.

In our lessons, you can expect:

• Real-world American English conversation
• Gentle corrections and supportive feedback
• Focus on fluency, pronunciation, and natural expression
• 1–2 personalized improvement tips after each lesson

Let’s build your confidence — one conversation at a time.

English for Beginners

Step-by-step foundational lessons in a relaxed and supportive environment.

If you’re just starting your English journey, that’s completely okay. We focus on simple, clear English that you can use in real life from the beginning.

In our lessons, you can expect:

• Easy-to-understand explanations
• Basic vocabulary and everyday expressions
• Pronunciation practice from day one
• Speaking practice in a low-pressure setting
• Encouragement and gentle corrections

You don’t need perfect grammar to start speaking — just a safe place to practice.

American English

Improve pronunciation, rhythm, connected speech, and natural expression.

Learn authentic American vocabulary and expressions used in daily life, work, and social situations.

In our lessons, you can expect:

• Natural American phrases and expressions
• Pronunciation and accent guidance
• Practice with rhythm and connected speech
• Cultural insights to help you communicate more naturally
• Supportive corrections and feedback

Feel more comfortable speaking American English in real conversations.

English for Traveling

Speak with confidence wherever you go.

Prepare for airports, hotels, restaurants, directions, and everyday travel situations. Lessons focus on practical communication you can use immediately.

In our lessons, you can expect:

• Airport and immigration conversations
• Hotel check-ins and restaurant ordering
• Asking for directions and transportation help
• Handling common travel problems
• Pronunciation support and useful travel phrases

Travel with less stress and more confidence.

English for Studying Abroad

Prepare for university life and academic communication.

Studying abroad requires practical English skills for class discussions, presentations, and daily campus life.

In our lessons, you can expect:

• Practice participating in discussions and seminars
• Presentation and academic speaking support
• Real-world English for campus life
• Natural conversation practice
• Personalized feedback and improvement tips

Make your transition abroad smoother and more successful.

IELTS Preparation

Clear strategies and focused practice for better results.

Prepare for IELTS with structured speaking and writing practice and practical exam strategies.

In our lessons, you can expect:

• Speaking practice with realistic IELTS-style questions
• Strategies for all parts of the speaking test
• Writing structure guidance for Task 1 and Task 2
• Vocabulary building for academic topics
• Honest, constructive feedback

Let’s work toward your target band score step by step.

English Job Interview Preparation

Speak clearly and confidently in interviews.

Practice answering common and advanced interview questions naturally and professionally.

In our lessons, you can expect:

• Structured practice with interview questions
• Help organizing strong, clear answers
• Vocabulary for professional communication
• Mock interview sessions
• Supportive feedback to build confidence

Walk into your next interview prepared and confident.

Business English

Build confidence using English at work.

Improve communication for meetings, emails, presentations, and professional conversations.

In our lessons, you can expect:

• Useful workplace vocabulary and expressions
• Meeting and presentation practice
• Email tone and clarity improvement
• Real-life role-play scenarios
• Friendly, practical feedback

Feel more confident and capable in your work environment.

Business & Work Communication

Speak more clearly and naturally in professional settings.

Focus on real communication skills used in everyday workplace situations.

In our lessons, you can expect:

• Conversation practice for meetings and networking
• Help organizing your thoughts clearly
• Industry-related vocabulary support
• Mock discussion practice
• Personalized tips for continued improvement

Build steady confidence in professional English step by step.

Who I Work With

I work primarily with motivated international students and professionals who want to:

  • Study abroad

  • Work internationally

  • Pass IELTS

  • Improve career opportunities

  • Communicate confidently in English-speaking environments

If you are serious about improving your English and want practical, personalized instruction, I would be happy to work with you.

Book a Lesson

Private 60-minute online lesson — $25 USD

Ready to get started?

Click the button below to view available times and book your lesson instantly.

Flexible scheduling.
No contracts.
Pay per lesson.

I look forward to working with you.

All lessons are conducted online via Zoom.

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Questions?

If you have any questions before booking, please use the form below. I personally respond to all messages and am happy to help.

Working hours: Monday–Saturday, 8:00 AM–8:00 PM
Most messages receive a reply within one hour during working hours.