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- English
- Reading
- Literacy
Dedicated ESL educator with five years of English language teaching experience, serving students from beginning through advanced proficiency levels.
- English
- Reading
- Literacy
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About Shelton
I'm Shelton, a dedicated English and ESL educator with five years of teaching experience across both classroom and one-on-one settings. I hold a 120-hour TEFL/TESOL certification through The TEFL Org, an internationally accredited program, and I currently work as a Special Education Paraeducator in a public school system, where I support students daily with individualized instruction.
Over the years, I've taught learners at every level — from complete beginners to advanced speakers — including international students on F-1 visas and adult domestic learners preparing for assessments like CASAS. I take a structured, patient approach to teaching: every lesson is built around your specific goals, whether that's building conversational confidence, strengthening grammar, or preparing for an exam.
I understand that trying a new tutor can feel like a leap, especially online. My goal is to make that first lesson feel comfortable and productive, so you leave with a clear sense of what we'll work on together and real progress you can feel. I'm reliable, communicative, and genuinely invested in helping you reach your goals — not just for one lesson, but over the long term.
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- Primary
- Secondary
- Preparatory
- +5
levels :
Primary
Secondary
Preparatory
Technical Secondary School
Adult Education
Masters
Doctorate
Kindergarten
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My teaching method and techniques
I believe language learning happens best in a low-pressure, supportive environment where students feel comfortable practicing and making mistakes. My approach is student-centered: I assess each learner's current level and goals first, then build lessons around real communication — not just grammar drills. I mix structured skill-building (reading, writing, speaking, listening) with conversational practice, and I'm big on breaking down complex concepts into manageable pieces, especially for students who feel overwhelmed by the material.
A typical lesson
A typical lesson starts with a quick check-in on what the student wants to work on that day, followed by a short review of previous material to reinforce it. From there, we move into focused practice — whether that's grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, or conversation — using real-world examples and materials tailored to the student's interests and level. I always build in speaking practice, even in lessons focused on writing or grammar, since confidence in speaking is often what students need most. We close with a quick recap and a clear takeaway or small assignment to build on for next time.
What sets me apart
I bring five years of hands-on ESL teaching experience with both international students (many on F-1 visas) and adult domestic learners, plus a 120-hour TEFL/TESOL certification. I've helped students prepare for and improve their scores on CASAS assessments, and I currently work as a Special Education Paraeducator, which has sharpened my ability to differentiate instruction and support learners who need extra structure or patience. I know how to meet a student exactly where they are — whether that means slowing down to rebuild fundamentals or challenging a more advanced speaker to sound more natural.
Who my lessons are for
I work with English learners at every level — from complete beginners to advanced speakers — including adults improving their everyday or workplace English, students preparing for exams like CASAS, and international students building fluency and confidence for life or study in the U.S. I'm also comfortable supporting students who need extra academic scaffolding, such as those with learning differences.
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- 184AED
Pack prices
- 5h: 920AED
- 10h: 1840AED
free lessons
The first free lesson with Shelton will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
online
- 184AED/h
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