Is your child struggling to read fluently, or do you find it hard to speak clearly and confidently in meetings or in public?
You're in the right place.
I am an online ESL and phonics tutor for children and adults, covering conversational English, reading fluency, and confident public speaking.
I create lesson plans built around your specific level and goals, whether that's helping a child sound out words for the first time or helping a working professional speak up in meetings without hesitation.
My teaching experience includes working with Instructor Home USA, where I supported an online English teaching program and learning experience for kids and Adults.
I'm currently pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration at the University of the People, which keeps my teaching grounded in structure and real world application.
Besides teaching English, I also work as a Customer Support and Real Estate (STR) Virtual Assistant, with 5 years of verifiable experience working remotely with US based clients. That includes Sweet Home Georgia LLC as a Project and Operations VA for Metro Atlanta short term rentals and real estate, Parker Asset Recovery and Associates LLC for foreclosure research and lead engagement, Xandria Staffing Inc for HR and admin support, and Remote Fixed Inc for customer support.
I work with strong, stable internet and backup power, a quiet workspace, and a noise cancelling headset, so you never lose me mid session or mid task.
MY SKILLS INCLUDES:
• ESL/EFL teaching and phonics instruction
• Conversational English coaching and public speaking confidence building
• Lesson planning for children and adults exam preparation support
• Customer support and client communication
• Real estate and short term rental (STR) virtual assistance
• Email and calendar management
• CRM management (HubSpot, Salesforce, Gohigh-level)
• Data entry and administrative support
• Booking and guest communication (Airbnb, Hospitable)
• Workflow automation (Zapier, ClickUp, Zendesk, GoHighLevel)
• Project and task management (Asana, ClickUp, Trello, Airtable)
• Google Workspace and Microsoft 365
• Slack and Zoom coordination
• Canva Pro and Notion for content and documentation
• Foreclosure and asset research
Whether you're a parent, a learner, or a business owner, I bring warmth, patience, and reliability you can verify. Let's talk about your goals and how I can help you reach them.
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ESL Teaching
English
Conversational Fluency
Accent Reduction
Public Speaking
Lesson Plan Writing
Interview Preparation
Grammar
Customer Support
Real Estate
Business Operations
Virtual Assistance
Google Workspace
Microsoft Office
Calendar Management
Property Management
Microsoft PowerPoint
Tutoring
Language Studies
Zoom Video Conferencing
Samuel D.
Abuja, Nigeria
$20/hr
5.0
10 jobs
I am a dedicated ESL tutor with over five years of experience helping students achieve their language goals, from mastering conversational fluency to excelling in exams like IELTS, TOEFL, and CELPIP. With a degree in English Language and a master’s in English Literature, I bring a deep understanding of language mechanics and effective teaching strategies.
I’ve successfully guided learners from diverse backgrounds, designing personalized lessons that build confidence and communication skills. My expertise extends to crafting engaging content, such as reading comprehension tasks, grammar drills, and speaking exercises tailored to individual needs.
Highlights include preparing students to achieve band 8+ in IELTS, creating e-learning materials, and contributing to impactful educational programs for NGOs and international organizations. I excel at fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment, ensuring measurable progress in every session.
Let’s work together to unlock your full potential in English!
ESL Teaching
Tutoring
Proofreading
Editing & Proofreading
English Tutoring
Exam Preparation
Grammar
Academic Proofreading
Virtual Assistance
Grant Writing
Teaching English
Teaching English as a Foreign Language Certification
Assessment Activity
Curriculum Development
Audio Transcription
Millicent U.
Lagos, Nigeria
$40/hr
4.4
58 jobs
Most people create content. I create learning experiences.
I'm Millicent, an ESL Tutor, UNESCO-certified digital teacher, Instructional Designer, Educational Writer, and Proofreader with 20+ years of teaching experience.
I help educators, businesses, and course creators transform ideas into engaging learning experiences that learners understand, remember, and apply.
I can help you with:
✔ Instructional Design & eLearning Development
✔ Curriculum, Worksheets & Workbooks
✔ Educational Writing & Proofreading
✔ AI-Powered Educational Videos (scripts, AI voiceovers, avatars & animations)
✔ Assessments & Interactive Learning Activities
✔ ESL & Business English Tutoring
Whether it's an online course, workbook, lesson, or AI learning video, I design every resource with one question in mind:
What should the learner be able to do when they finish?
If you're looking for someone who understands both teaching and learning design, I'd love to help bring your ideas to life.
ESL Teaching
Editing & Proofreading
Curriculum Development
Lesson Plan Writing
Content Creation
Instructional Design
LearnDash
Thinkific
Video Editing
Quiz Writing
Moodle
Teachable
Canva
Elearning
Articulate Storyline
AI Audio Generation
AI Image Generation
AI Video Generation
Tutoring
Udemy
Udee A.
Calabar, Nigeria
$5/hr
5.0
9 jobs
People may forget your product. They’ll never forget the experience you gave them.
Whether it’s helping a student find their voice, supporting a customer when they need help, or creating a seamless experience for your guests, every interaction shapes how people remember you.
I believe the best support isn’t measured by how quickly you reply. It’s measured by how people feel after the conversation ends.
That’s the standard I bring to every lesson, every customer conversation, and every project I take on.
I’m a TEFL-certified ESL English Tutor, Customer Support Specialist, and Real Estate Virtual Assistant who helps businesses and individuals create positive experiences through clear communication, dependable support, and genuine care.
I specialize in ESL tutoring, Business English, customer support, live chat, email support, CRM management, virtual assistance, real estate administration, and Airbnb guest communication, helping students, businesses, and property owners deliver experiences that people remember.
⇔ Build Confidence Through English
Speaking English isn’t just about knowing the right words.
It’s about having the confidence to use them when they matter most.
Whether you’re preparing for a job interview, advancing your career, relocating abroad, communicating with international clients, or simply wanting to speak more naturally in everyday conversations, I’ll help you communicate with clarity and confidence.
My lessons are personalized, practical, and conversation-focused. Rather than memorizing grammar rules, you’ll learn how to use English naturally through engaging conversations, role plays, and real-life situations that build fluency with every lesson.
Together, we’ll work on:
Conversational English
Business English
Grammar & Pronunciation
Vocabulary Development
Reading & Writing
Interview Preparation
Public Speaking Confidence
Everyday Communication
Every lesson is tailored to your goals, your pace, and your learning style, creating a relaxed and encouraging environment where mistakes become progress and confidence grows with every session.
Because my goal isn’t just to teach English.
It’s to help you communicate with confidence long after our lessons end.
⇔ Deliver Customer Support That Builds Loyalty
Customers remember how they’re treated long after their issue has been resolved.
I’ll help you deliver prompt, thoughtful, and professional support through live chat, email support, CRM management, follow-ups, and virtual assistance, turning everyday conversations into lasting customer relationships.
Because great customer support doesn’t just solve problems.
It builds trust. It builds loyalty. It strengthens your brand.
⇔ Keep Your Real Estate Business Running Smoothly
Behind every successful property business is someone making sure nothing slips through the cracks.
From Airbnb guest communication, scheduling, research, and real estate administration to documentation and day-to-day virtual assistance, I’ll keep the moving parts organized so you can focus on serving clients, growing your business, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
⇔ Proof That Words Match Results
One of my recent Upwork clients described me as:
Dependable
Professional
Organized
Detail-oriented
Someone who consistently exceeded expectations
Those words weren’t written by me. They were earned.
That’s the standard I bring to every client relationship.
🛠️ Tools I Work With
• Google Workspace
• Microsoft Office
• HubSpot
• GoHighLevel
• Slack
• Zoom
• Airbnb
• Microsoft Excel
• Canva
• Notion
• CRM Platforms
Let’s Build an Experience People Remember
Whether your goal is helping students speak with confidence, creating loyal customers, or delivering exceptional guest experiences, the right person behind the scenes can make all the difference.
If you’re looking for someone who communicates with intention, takes ownership of the work, and represents your business with professionalism, you’ve found someone who genuinely cares about your success.
Send me an invitation, tell me what success looks like for your project, and let’s create an experience your students, customers, and guests will remember, for all the right reasons.
ESL Teaching
Teaching English as a Foreign Language Certification
Lesson Plan Writing
Grammar
English Tutoring
Customer Service
Conversational Fluency
Curriculum Development
Virtual Assistance
Accounting
Tech & IT
Business
Appointment Scheduling
CRM Automation
Customer Support
Interview Preparation
Email Support
Real Estate Virtual Assistance
Google Workspace
HubSpot
Ngozi U.
Abuja, Nigeria
$15/hr
4.9
15 jobs
Are you a professional or a student who wants to migrate from your home country to an English speaking country for better living or studies?
Are you trying to improve your English speaking skills to a near native fluency in general for better communication?
I understand that you might have explored a lot of options, sat for this test more than once, tried to communicate your thoughts in public but the right words aren’t coming out.
Acing the IELTS test would change your life forever and not just that, if your aim is to improve your speaking skills to native fluency that also can put you ahead of your peers. I have been able to help students move from band 5 to band 8 in under 30 days.
I have also helped a client from a non-English speaking country improve his conversational fluency in three months. When he started he couldn’t make a sentence on his own without google translate but today he can speak for 30 minutes without using google translate.
I had this client that struggled with communicating his thoughts, which cost him a lot of money because he couldn’t seal deals and usually ended up being rejected.
Another recent experience I had was with a test taker whose accent was so strong. This affected her speaking band score greatly until she reached out to me, as an accent reduction coach I could tell what was wrong immediately. Poor time management is also another vital road block for test takers.
I know you don’t want to experience something similar, you need the right Tutor to make the journey seamless for you.
If you’ve read this to this point, CONGRATULATIONS because your previous struggles will be forgotten in no time.
Alright, I think this is where I come in.
As one who is experienced in ESL tutoring and English coaching.
You don’t have to worry about getting a high band score anymore, with my IBB framework I will craft a detailed strategy to help you speak fluently in 30 days.
I will also map out a high band guide using the IELTS marking criteria from British Council and Cambridge so that way you are sure of getting a high band score.
I will also provide a one-one instructional design, assessment and thorough feedback that will help you scale through your ESL journey.
To improve your communication skills to that of the US English dialect I will provide you with daily conversation templates, ice breakers and simple chat starters for workplace communication.
For accent reduction or adult education tutoring which is common for non natives, books like Reading Explorer, National, geography, KET, Oxford Discovery and more will help you improve greatly.
If you are looking to solve any of these communication problems like getting a high band score in your IELTS test or Speaking English fluently send me a direct invite and I will respond in less than 5 hours.
ESL Teaching
English
English Tutoring
Accent Reduction
Adult Education
Conversational Fluency
Tutoring
Communications
Teaching English
Native Fluency
Fluent
Near-Native Fluency
Instructional Design
US English Dialect
Oluwabukola O.
Lagos, Nigeria
$20/hr
5.0
3 jobs
I am a tutor experienced in teaching both academic and languages ESL and Yoruba. I can
- proofread and edit documents.
- work as a virtual assistant.
- Teach ESL to young learners and adults.
- Teach other elementary subjects Math included.
ESL Teaching
English
Language Instruction
Virtual Assistance
Editing & Proofreading
Tutoring
Elementary School
Academic K-12
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