Peter La Villa

As an ESL Teacher for a Polish company, I specialized in teaching Business English with a focus on enhancing business negotiation skills, expanding business vocabulary, and improving market analysis and management communication. My role involved designing and delivering tailored lessons that equipped employees with the language tools necessary for effective negotiations and strategic discussions in a global business environment. I also provided practical training on industry-specific vocabulary and market analysis techniques, ensuring that the company's staff could confidently engage in international business operations.

I have over twenty years tutoring a wide range of students in Poland, ranging from young children to older adults, from the alphabet to executive MBA business english. I have helped prepare adults for job interviews , career transition and travel, university students write a thesis and prepare for English proficiency exams, high school students prepare for matura exams, and young children practice fundamentals English grammar and vocabulary.

As an ESL Teacher specializing in NEBOSH test preparation, I developed and implemented a comprehensive syllabus and curriculum tailored to help students master the language and concepts essential for passing the NEBOSH certification. I delivered both online and in-person lessons, focusing on reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, with a strong emphasis on exam strategies. Through regular assessments and personalized feedback, I achieved a high success rate, with the majority of my students passing the NEBOSH certification on their first attempt.

As an ESL Teacher for an Executive MBA English course, I specialized in delivering advanced language instruction tailored to business professionals. My classes focused on enhancing communication skills critical for executive leadership, including business writing, presentation skills, and professional correspondence. I also integrated case studies and real-world business scenarios into lessons to improve students' ability to analyze and discuss complex topics in English, ensuring they could confidently navigate global business environments and succeed in their MBA programs.

As a Native English speaker I developed a curriculum which focused on exam preparation for speaking elements in FCE, IELTS, and English Matura, as well as developing communication skills, proficiency in English and fluency. Debating exercises as well as active listening exercises were also part of the curriculum.

As an ESL Teacher, I taught IB English to high school students, focusing on developing advanced reading, writing, and critical thinking skills aligned with the International Baccalaureate curriculum. Simultaneously, I provided English instruction to children aged 7 to 12 in primary school, creating engaging and age-appropriate lessons to build foundational language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. My approach was tailored to meet the diverse needs of both age groups, fostering language proficiency and academic success across different educational levels.