Carla Huhtanen

Hello, Bonjour, Buon giorno, Terve!

I am a Canadian native English speaker living in London. Empathy is important for anyone learning a new language, and I feel that because I am learning foreign languages, too.

I have over a decade of teaching experience. Ages 18+, all levels. I know how to make lessons engaging, interactive and efficient with fresh content, quizzes and appropriate challenges. In Italy, I tutored business executives 1-on-1 for presentational and job interview skills, and prepared students for English language exams. In the U.K., I teach newcomers who want to communicate clearly and confidently. Our lessons will improve your speaking, reading and writing skills for social and/or professional situations.

I make grammar fun with creative and practical examples and activities. I look forward to learning how grammar works in YOUR language!

I have a friendly and positive approach that is sensitive to your needs. I welcome you - whatever background, culture and life experience you come from, and I encourage respectful listening and communication.

Face-to-face or online lessons. I can travel locally near Chiswick, W4.

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I am also a professional classical music singer and teach adults 18 yrs+ from my home, online, or in London. Opera, choral, musical theatre. ALL LEVELS - beginner to advanced. ABRSM and Trinity exam preparation, or audition, acting, language diction coaching (in above languages and Scandinavian languages). I will help you discover your authentic voice through qualified, safe, up-to-date vocal techniques that I have taught for 20 years to beginners and professionals alike. Teaching experience at the University of Western Ontario, The Royal Conservatory of Music, and the Universities of Toronto, British Columbia and Montréal. Message me for full CV.

Professional coaching:

Do you want to boost your confidence? I coach breathing techniques, public speaking, and how to overcome performance anxiety. My clients include professionals in finance, law, and broadcasting. I help them give effective speeches/presentations, be more self-aware and project their truest personalities.

Singing and professional coachings are £55/hr. and can be online, in London or at my home.

BMus, OperaDip, ArtistDip from University of Ottawa and University of Toronto. TEFL certification with practicum.