Bayonle Saidu

As an English tutor with over three years of experience, my teaching style is student-centered, interactive, and practical. I believe every learner is unique, so I tailor my lessons to meet individual needs. Whether it’s grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing, or spoken English.

Teaching Methods:
I combine both traditional and modern approaches. I use direct instruction for explaining rules of grammar, guided practice through exercises, and interactive discussions to encourage critical thinking. For speaking and listening, I often use role-plays, debates, storytelling, and real-life scenarios to help learners gain confidence and fluency. With writing, I focus on step-by-step guidance, planning, drafting, editing so students understand the process, not just the result.

Content:
My lessons are built around practical English usage. I incorporate textbooks, online resources, news articles, short stories, and sometimes multimedia (videos, podcasts) to keep learning engaging and relevant. For younger students, I use games, flashcards, and creative activities to sustain interest. For adults, I emphasize workplace communication, formal writing, and conversational English.

Classroom Dynamics:
I create a supportive and encouraging atmosphere where students feel comfortable making mistakes and learning from them. I actively involve students in discussions, encourage peer-to-peer learning, and maintain discipline with respect and fairness. I also give regular feedback and celebrate progress, no matter how small, to keep motivation high.

Experience:
I have taught students from Grade 4 to 12 as well as adults, both in schools and private tutoring. My work with Top Rank Int. School helped me sharpen my methods with younger learners, while my role at Evergreen Adult School gave me experience adapting lessons for adult learners who may struggle with confidence or need English for professional reasons. Over time, I’ve developed strong strategies to help learners overcome fear of speaking or writing in English, showing them that fluency comes with practice, patience, and the right guidance.