Ismahan Shariff Jaffer

My Teaching Approach

I offer online English lessons for teenagers and adults, focusing on building confidence, improving fluency, and achieving academic or professional goals. My teaching is interactive, structured, and personalized to each student’s level and needs.

Teaching Methods:

Communicative approach: Encouraging active speaking in English to develop real-life communication skills.

Task-based learning: Using exercises, school assignments, and exam-style tasks to practice grammar, vocabulary, and writing.

Interactive tools: Games, quizzes, videos, and online resources to make lessons engaging and effective.

Feedback-focused: I provide constructive feedback after each lesson, helping students track progress and improve.

Lesson Content:
English for school: grammar, reading comprehension, writing, listening, and exam preparation

Academic English for teens preparing for university or international programs

Conversation practice for day-to-day English and professional contexts

Optional support in business or economics-related English for students interested in these subjects

Classroom Dynamics:

Lessons are student-centered, so I adapt to each student’s pace and interests.

Encouragement and positive reinforcement are key—I make sure students feel confident speaking English.

I balance structured exercises with interactive practice to make learning enjoyable and effective.

My Experience:
I’m a native English speaker with teaching experience and a Master’s degree in Economics and Business. I have experience teaching students of different ages and abilities, helping them improve school performance, fluency, and exam readiness. My background also allows me to support students with academic and professional English, bridging school learning with real-world applications.