Daniel F.

Hi, I’m an English teacher with 13 years of experience working with students from all over the world. I specialize in ESL and exam preparation, and I’ve helped many students improve their speaking, grammar, and confidence.

I speak Russian and Turkish, so if you’re a beginner, I can explain things in your language when needed.

My lessons are relaxed but focused—we work on real communication, not just textbook exercises. Whether you want to pass an exam or just speak more naturally, I’ll help you get there step by step.

ESL Teacher – Affina Training & Consulting Ltd. (Apr 2023 – Present, Part-Time)
*Istanbul, Turkey & Remote*
Deliver online English lessons to Turkish clients and corporate teams
Teach business professionals, including managers and executives at major companies (e.g., DenizBank, Garanti Bank)
Conduct 1:1 and small group lessons (up to 6 students) via Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, and Skype


Freelance ESL Teacher (Online & In-Person) (Jan 2018 – Present)
*Moscow, Antalya, Tbilisi & Remote*
Teach students aged 8–55, including individuals and corporate clients
Prepare students for international exams: IELTS, TOEFL, CAE, FCE, CPE
Deliver 1:1 and group lessons (up to 8 students)
Use modern online platforms for remote teaching

ESL Teacher – Real Talk English Club (Sep 2015 – Apr 2024)
*Moscow & Remote*
Conduct speaking-based group lessons for adult learners
Develop lesson plans focused on fluency and vocabulary
Monitor performance and provide targeted grammar feedback
Teach groups of 6–15 students

ESL Teacher – English Academy (Apr 2017 – Sep 2020, Part-Time)
*Moscow, Russia*
Taught general English to students aged 6–55
Delivered both individual and group lessons
Worked with high-level private clients, including professionals, dipomats, and executives

Corporate ESL Teacher – International Professional Training (May 2015 – Dec 2017)
*Moscow, Russia*
Taught business and specialized English (legal, financial)
Prepared students for exams: BULATS, IELTS, TOEFL, CAE, FCE
Trained professionals from multinational companies (e.g., Novartis, Bayer, Airbus, BMW, IPSOS)
Conducted 1:1 and group lessons (up to 10 students)

ESL Teacher – Interlingua (Oct 2013 – May 2015)
*Belgorod, Russia*
Taught pre-teens and adults from elementary to advanced levels
Delivered both private and group classes


ESL Teacher – Orange Language Centre (Summer 2014)
*Saint Petersburg, Russia*
Taught teenagers (ages 10–14) in groups of up to 12
Organized and directed English-language student theatre performances

For general English, I use the communicative approach, focusing on real-life communication and practical language use. Lessons are designed to help students speak confidently, improve fluency, and understand English in everyday situations. I emphasize conversation, natural expression, and building strong grammar through use, not memorization.

For exam preparation, I take a structured and strategic approach. I break down each part of the exam and focus on the specific skills and techniques needed to achieve a high score. Students learn how to manage time, understand question types, avoid common mistakes, and structure their answers effectively.

I combine targeted practice with real exam materials and detailed feedback, so students clearly see their progress and know how to improve. The goal is both strong English skills and measurable exam results.