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- ESOL
- English speaking
- IELTS
A Postgraduate English major student and a former English trainer who loves teaching English from beginner to advanced in Manila.
- ESOL
- English speaking
- IELTS
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About Melanie Mae T
Hello! I'm Teacha Mel, a Certified ESL Teacher and English major with over 9 years of teaching experience. I have completed 18 units toward my Master's degree and am committed to continuing my postgraduate studies while growing as an educator.
Throughout my teaching career, I have helped learners from different countries improve their English communication skills, build confidence, and achieve their academic goals. I specialise in speaking, grammar, pronunciation, reading, writing, IELTS, and Cambridge exam preparation.
My lessons are engaging, structured, and tailored to each student's needs. Whether you're a beginner taking your first steps in English or an advanced learner preparing for an examination, I will guide you with patience, clear explanations, and constructive feedback.
My goal is to help you become a confident English speaker while making every lesson meaningful and enjoyable. Book a trial lesson with me, and let's work together to achieve your English learning goals!
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About the lesson
- Primary
- Lower Secondary
- Upper Secondary
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levels :
Primary
Lower Secondary
Upper Secondary
Diploma
Tertiary
Adult Education
Undergraduate
Master’s degree
PhD
Other
MBA
Kindergarten
A1
A2
B1
B2
C1
C2
Other Professional Training
Beginner
Advanced
Children
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My Teaching Approach and Methodology
My teaching approach is student-centred, interactive, and personalized to each learner’s needs, goals, and English proficiency level. As a certified ESL teacher with over nine years of teaching experience, I help students develop their communication skills, build confidence, and use English naturally in real-life situations.
I incorporate phonics techniques, IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet), linking sounds, word stress, sentence stress, intonation, and connected speech to help learners improve their pronunciation and fluency. Rather than simply memorizing vocabulary and grammar rules, students learn how English sounds work together in natural conversation.
A Typical Lesson Plan
Warm-up and review: Start with a short conversation or review of the previous lesson to activate prior knowledge.
Introduction to the topic: Present the target vocabulary, grammar structure, pronunciation feature, or communication skill.
Guided practice: Use examples, phonics activities, IPA symbols, minimal pairs, linking sounds, and speaking drills when appropriate.
Interactive application: Practize through role-plays, discussions, reading aloud, storytelling, or real-life scenarios.
Feedback and correction: Identify areas for improvement, explain common mistakes, and provide practical strategies for improvement.
Lesson recap: Review key learning points and recommend personalized practice activities to reinforce learning.
What Sets Me Apart as a Tutor?
I combine structured English instruction with practical communication training. I pay close attention to pronunciation, connected speech, grammar accuracy, and fluency, helping students understand not only what to say but also how to say it naturally. I adapt my teaching techniques to different learning styles and provide constructive feedback in a supportive environment where students feel comfortable making mistakes and learning from them.
My lessons integrate effective teaching resources and techniques, including phonics, IPA, Cambridge and Oxford learning materials, guided conversations, and exam-focused activities when needed.
Who Are My Lessons For?
My lessons are suitable for children, teenagers, and adults, from beginner to advanced levels (Pre-A1 to C2), depending on their learning goals. I support learners who want to:
Improve speaking confidence, fluency, and everyday communication.
Develop pronunciation, phonics, and natural connected speech.
Strengthen grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing.
Prepare for Cambridge English examinations, including YLE, KET, PET, and CAE.
Improve academic English or prepare for IELTS.
Build practical English skills for school, work, travel, or personal development.
My goal is to make every lesson meaningful, engaging, and tailored to the learner so they can make steady progress and communicate in English with greater confidence.
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- J$1,518
Pack prices
- 5h: J$7,589
- 10h: J$15,178
free lessons
The first free lesson with Melanie Mae T will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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- J$1,518/h
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