Iva
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Iva
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Teaches
Czech
Native
English
Speaks
German
Russian
Spanish
French
Swedish
Unique content-based approach to learning
Teaches
Czech
Native
English
Speaks
German
Russian
Spanish
French
Swedish
Unique content-based approach to learning
From Czech RepublicLiving in Prague, Czech Republic (05:36 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 27, 2020Interest topicFilms & TV SeriesReadingMusic
I am a polyglot and a language coach from Prague, Czech Republic. I’m addicted to learning European languages. The core of my language learning method is story-based learning. Other than languages and stories, I’m also interested in humanities, neuroscience, and meditation, but even in contemporary physics and exponential technology. I often discover the world together with my loved ones, my husband and two young kids.Me as a Teacher
I have a lot of experience both with traditional and innovative language education. I taught for one of Prague's best language schools and at a high school. I co-wrote a textbook for high schools and I was the learning designer of a language app for small devices and other e-learning projects. I've taught many different people from toddlers to seniors, in-company and public courses. Lately, I've been developing techniques that enable me to help people in a much more effective way than when I was a mainstream teacher. I'm happy to see the progress of my clients with these alternative ways of learning. That's why I prefer to refer to myself as a language coach rather than a language teacher.My lessons & teaching style
I'm here to help you get closer to your language goals and dreams. My sessions are always tailor-made to you and your needs. During the first session, I ask you questions to understand your language situation in-depth and together we design your personal training program for the language skills and habits you want to develop. Then in every new session, we look at the program again, check if it's working well for you and your lifestyle, and change anything that needs to be changed. I regularly provide you with new resources, tips, and challenges for your learning. Of course, you also get plenty of natural conversation in your target language during the session with feedback and support.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Certificate of Professional Development - Caledonian School Prague - 2007Note: All the documents are for my maiden name, Iva Pecháčková
Certificate verified
Certificate of Proficiency in English - University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations - 2003Note: All the documents are for my maiden name, Iva Pecháčková
Certificate verified
Education
2005 - 2008
Bachelor’s - Adult Education and Personnel ManagementNote: All the documents are for my maiden name, Iva Pecháčková
2008 - 2010
Master's - EducationNote: All the documents are for my maiden name, Iva Pecháčková
Work Experience
2018 - 2019
MethodologistResponsible for designing the learning process of a language learning application for small devices.
2015 - 2016
Textbook AuthorDeveloped and created content for three books of the Flash textbook and e-learning course - an innovative ESP course for electro-technical secondary schools
2015 - 2015
ESL Teacher
2010 - 2012
Educator and Adult EducatorDesigned and implemented an original blended learning course for teachers of gifted children.
Co-created many e-learning and blended learning programs for gifted children.
2005 - 2010
ESL TeacherTaught in-company and public courses for both groups and individuals
2007 - 2020
Language TeacherApart from the employments listed, I've also been working as a private language teacher for many years. I continued giving lessons also during my two maternity leaves (i.e. during the gaps in the employment below.)
2020 - 2022
Head of LanguagesGuide and Head of Languages at a unique innovative high school. Responsible for designing the language program for the whole school.
4.9
Rating
253
Students
1,448
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
100%
Response
Czech Lessons
Czech
English
Trial Lesson
131 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Content-Based Czech / Přirozená čeština
A1 - C2Language Essentials733 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 5% off
Speaking Coaching - Czech / Trénink mluvení v češtině
A1 - C2Conversation175 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 5% off
English - current prices
A1 - C2Language Essentials128 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 10% off
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78 Reviews
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Czech
English
Andrei
23 Czech lessons
Teacher’s pick
Chtěl bych poděkovat své výjimečné učitelce češtiny, která mi pomohla úspěšně složit zkoušku A2 pro trvalý pobyt. Vaše profesionální vedení, efektivní metody a osobní přístup byly klíčové pro mé zlepšení a úspěch. Vaše lekce nejenže mě připravily k testu, ale také mi pomohly lépe se integrovat do české společnosti. Děkuji za vaši trpělivost a věnovaný čas!
May 2, 2024
Matthias
47 Czech lessons
Teacher’s pick
Iva is a amazing teacher who makes learning fun and easy. I highly recommend her to anyone who wants to learn Czech.
Jul 11, 2023
Ilya Oreshnikov
85 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Tried the first lesson. We only had 30 minutes, but in that time Iva proved herself to be a very responsible, experienced and incredible coach. 🙂
This is the first time I've seen such an organised and cool approach to a student as Iva has.
I think that if you want to have an interesting and effective time while learning English, you should study with Iva. 😉
Nov 10, 2022
Roxane Genot
10 Czech lessons
Already looking forward to the next lesson with Iva :)
Nov 8, 2024
Daria Medvedieva
21 Czech lessons
Iva is one of the best language teachers I've had! She's very kind, patient and knows how to teach you language the easiest way. We always had o lot of interesting topics to talk about. I also really liked that our schedule was very flexible and there was no pressure in studying. Iva can find a personal approach to every student, doesn't matter their age or nationality, and in my opinion it's one the most important characteristics that teacher should have. I had and amazing experience studying Czech with Iva! Absolutely recommend!
Oct 30, 2024
Roxane Genot
10 Czech lessons
Thank you for another amazing lesson :)
Oct 22, 2024
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