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- Rate TSh 105,146
- Response 10h
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TSh 105,146/hr
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1st lesson free
- English speaking
- IELTS
- Accent Reduction-English
Expert English teacher & pronunciation specialist with PhD in linguistics & passion for language
- English speaking
- IELTS
- Accent Reduction-English
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About Des
I'm a pronunciation specialiast and coach of advanced English with a PhD in Linguistics from Trinity College Dublin and 17 years of teaching experience.
My background brings deep academic expertise with real‑world speech engineering: from 2020–2024 I worked on Apple’s Siri voice team, improving English pronunciation, rhythm and clarity for millions of users worldwide.
This unique mix of phonetics, speech technology and high‑level teaching allows me to help learners achieve clear, confident, natural English — whether for professional communication, university work, public speaking, or personal development.
I’ve taught English since 2007, working with:
- International professionals in tech and business
- University students and researchers
- Advanced learners preparing for presentations, interviews or exams
- Speakers who want to improve pronunciation, accent clarity and writing precision.
I’m friendly, patient and highly focused on results. My goal is simple: to help you speak and write English with clarity, confidence and impact.
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About the lesson
- Primary school
- Ordinary Level
- Form 5
- +15
levels :
Primary school
Ordinary Level
Form 5
Form 6
Adult Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree
PhD / Doctorate
A1
A2
B1
B2
C1
C2
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Children
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My lessons are designed for motivated learners who want expert guidance in pronunciation, accent clarity, speaking confidence and advanced writing.
What we focus on
- Precise pronunciation and accent correction
- Rhythm, stress and intonation for natural speech
- Speaking confidence for work, study and presentations
- Academic and professional writing (structure, clarity, grammar)
- Personalised feedback and targeted practice
- Clear weekly goals and measurable progress
How lessons work
Every student begins with a short needs analysis so I can design a personalised plan. Lessons are practical, focused and tailored to your goals — whether you want clearer speech, stronger writing, or more confidence using English in professional or academic settings.
Who I teach
- Intermediate to advanced learners
- Professionals in tech, business, academia
- University students and researchers
- Anyone serious about improving pronunciation and communication
Lessons are 1 hour (longer sessions available).
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Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
1
I was looking for a tutor in Ireland as a master’s student, now working here. My goal was practical: improve how I communicate in the workplace.
I’m a specific kind of learner. I need to fully understand something before I can move on. I don’t skip gaps. That makes me particular about who I work with.
Des has been a great fit. He’s knowledgeable, answers the “why” behind things, and doesn’t just give surface-level explanations. He adapts to how I learn rather than pushing a rigid structure, which matters a lot to me.
We’ve only done a few sessions so far and are still in progress, but I’m already coming away with a positive experience. Would recommend him to anyone who takes their learning seriously.View more recommendations
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Rates
Rate
- TSh 105,146
Pack prices
- 5h: TSh 525,730
- 10h: TSh 1,051,460
online
- TSh105,146/h
Travel
- + TSh 29
free lessons
The first free lesson with Des will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 30mins
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