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Lektor Michael Forbes (Poznań) język: angielski
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Hello!
I'm Michael, and I come from the United Kingdom. But you would like to know more, wouldn't you?
My journey first started in Poland in 2008. It has been a rather exciting journey, with many different twists along the way. As part of my journey, I have taught many different people - ranging from teenagers, straight through to doctors and company directors. Along the way, I've had many challenges - including often taking classes with little to no notice. Perhaps the biggest challenge I've ever faced was being required to teach a group of complete beginners with no preparation - and I'm pleased to say that I managed to succeed. It was certainly the toughest two hours I've ever had in the classorom!
Many people ask - what are your methods? The answer to that is simple - my method is the one that works with the client and their needs. There is no one way to teach - I believe in a flexible, open minded approach. What works for one student may not work with another - and this is the most important thing to remember.
At the moment, I teach a mix of private and in-company clients, as well as a couple of in-school classes every week.
I have my own classroom for teaching clients, located in the Grunwald district of Poznan - about 5 minutes away from the crossing of Glogowska/Hetmanska and also close to Hala Arena. It also has ample car parking available. Of course, it may be possible to have classes at a location nominated by the client - I have a full driving licence and a car :)
My personal philosophy is that flexibility is important for my clients. To this extent, I have no "cancellation fees" or any other such practices - rather, I believe in being as flexible as possible for my clients. I particularly welcome clients who require classes on a flexible basis - I am very aware that plans can change!
I can also offer an invoice for classes - I have my own registered business in Poland. I'm also open to new possibilities - I particularly welcome new challenges!
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask - I welcome enquiries in both Polish and English.
Current employment (schools)
Felberg, Lingua-Nova, Poligloci, Meritum, Verbum - all on a freelance basis with regular in-company classes.
Clients (past and present)
Telekomunikacja Polska, Orange, GTS Energis, YES, Biedronka, Allegro, Ever Power Systems, Ekoline, Kowstal, Globalex, Autostrada Wielkopolska, the State Forestry Service, Heinz, Mentor Graphics and more.
Experience
Three years experience teaching in Poznan. This can be broken down into three main areas - corporate clients, individual
Education
Diploma of Higher Education in Business Management.
Various training courses in teaching organised by schools
References
References from my clients are available upon request.
I have many interests, both relating to teaching and otherwise. But mainly, I am interested in travelling, meeting new people and new experiences. I'm particularly keen on learning new things - at the minute, I'm very interested in aviation and the entire airline industry. Apart from this, I'm always trying to build new relationships and friendships - these are important for me. I'm also studying the Polish language almost every day - I think I'm making progress in this exceptionally difficult language!
I am also interested in many different things - such as business, history, computers and languages.
In respects to hobbies, I'm passionately involved with the local CouchSurfing group - this group brings together travellers from all over the world, as well as local people. Through this, I'm involved in helping visitors to Poland discover Poznan.
I also organise the weekly Language Exchange Club in Poznan where many different people come together to exchange languages with each other. This has been a great success, with over 30 people attending every week, sharing langugse and experiences in an informal context.
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