Derek Cowan

Hello! 🙋‍♂️ My name is Derek and I am a native English speaker from the UK with over 16 years of experience in both business and teaching. I also work as a web developer and designer, so I understand the language and communication skills needed for professionals in the tech industry. 🌐💻

I love working with motivated students who are ready to improve their English for work, study, and real-life conversations! My business and IT background allows me to bring real-world professional experience into my lessons — perfect for anyone who needs English for meetings, interviews, client communication, or global projects.

I have thousands of hours of teaching experience with students from around the world — both in-person and online. My teaching specialties include:

• Business English (meetings, presentations, negotiations, emails, interviews) • IELTS exam preparation (speaking, writing, listening, reading) • English fluency and speaking confidence • General English for daily communication

English for IT professionals, developers, designers, and tech workers

Every student is unique, so I create customised lesson plans that focus on your personal goals and learning style. I use real-world materials, business case studies, role plays, and interactive speaking activities to make every lesson practical, enjoyable, and effective.

Many of my students have:

• Achieved high IELTS scores • Secured international job offers • Improved their confidence speaking with native speakers • Excelled in professional interviews, technical presentations, and global projects

If you are serious about improving your English, I would love to work with you! My lessons are professional, friendly, and results-focused, designed for students who want to make real, steady progress. 🧑‍🏫

🗓️ Book a trial lesson today so we can create your personalised learning plan and start working towards your goals together! 🚀

I look forward to meeting you!

Derek 👋