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Conversational classes with RIBA registered Architect - English, Cantonese, Mandarine, Art

I am Rachel Baxter-Tam, an Architect / Career Coach / Artist / Author-illustrator and a qualified TEFL teacher.

I was born and raised in Hong Kong, moved to the UK 16 years ago so I am fluent in English, Mandarine and Cantonese. I can work with standard textbooks and use authentic material to keep the lesson engaging, fun and fruitful. As a RIBA certified Architect, I have knowledge and experience in architecture and Art, and I am more than happy to share my learnings with you.

Whether you are an adult who wants to improve their English, a university student who wants to change career to Architecture, or that perhaps your children would like tutoring in Chinese whilst doing some artwork, I am the tutor you are looking for.

I look forward to meeting you and to help you in learning a new language or a new skill!

Location

Online via webcam
At teacher's location: Western Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 3ED, UK

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suitcase iconSkills:
English as a second language (esl), English for adults, School
Age:
Infants (0-3 years old)
Preschool children (4-6 years old)
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
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Advanced
Duration:
30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes
The class is taught in:English, Chinese

About Me

Hello all! I am Rachel, an Architect / Artist and a qualified TEFL teacher. I recently illustrated, wrote, and published a children' picture book and have been selling merchandise for my own company.

I was born and raised in Hong Kong, moved to the UK 16 years ago so I am fluent in English, Mandarine and Cantonese. I can work with standard textbooks and use authentic material to keep the lesson engaging, fun and fruitful. As a RIBA certified Architect, I have knowledge and experience in architecture and Art, and I am more than happy to share my learnings with you.

My teaching style is friendly, encouraging, production-oriented but learning in a fun and relaxed way.

Whether you are an adult who wants to improve their English, a student who wants to change and consider your career, or perhaps your children would like tutoring in Chinese whilst doing some artwork, I am the tutor you are looking for.

I look forward to meeting you and to help you in learning a new language or a new skill!

Best regards,

Rachel

Education

I studied at Bath University, UK, in Architecture, Master of Architecture. I have also finished a postgrad course in Architecture in University of West England. I have a counselling skills certificate and have coached people from different backgrounds.

Experience / Qualifications

I teach privately English, Art, cello, and Cantonese. I have looked after kids and youths at church for a couple year and was a youth group leader in 3 youth camps. I regularly volunteer to teach English in an International Cafe since 3 years ago.
Hello! I am a life and career coach with a counselling background, passionate about helping individuals unlock their potential and achieve both personal and professional success. With an understanding of personal development and workplace dynamics, I specialise in guiding clients through life transitions, career changes, and achieving work-life balance. Having extensive knowledge of the higher education landscape in the UK, particularly architecture in universities, I also support students and professionals in navigating academic choices, career planning, and goal-setting in the competitive global market. You can ask me any questions you have, looking forward to meeting you!
I am Rachel Baxter-Tam, an Architect / Artist and a qualified TEFL teacher. I was born and raised in Hong Kong, moved to the UK 15 years ago so I am fluent in English, Mandarine and Cantonese. We can have classes online, or, I can babysit at the same time, at mine with my puppy and my husband, or outside in a cafe. I have worked with children at my church in the UK and I can give fun, exciting, innovative, art classes in French (B2 Level). If you are an adult and want more serious lessons, I can provide that. As a RIBA certified Architect, I have knowledge and experience in architecture and Art, and I am more than happy to share my learnings with you. I look forward to meeting you and to help you in learning a new language or a new skill!
I am a cello teacher from Hong Kong / UK; you can learn with me online /come to my home office where my husband will be working and my dog will be sleeping. Classes can be one-to-one or group classes. I am a teacher who is passionate playing and sharing music. I love playing cello and have played it for over 20 years. I have been playing at churches and various events for the past 10 years. At school, I was in an orchestra since year 3. I was also playing in chamber music groups, string Serenade and Concertos when I studied at the Cheltenham ladies College. I lived in the UK from 2009 and grew up in Hong Kong. I am a qualified architect, career coach, author-illustrator, so I am sure we will have fun, interesting conversations. I believe that music is influential and it can really create an unforgettable experience for audiences. I am patient, understanding and responsible. The classes can be taught in Cantonese or English, and I speak and understand B2 French.

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