Hello and welcome! I'm Setayesh, a certified English teacher with CELTA, TEFL, and TESOL qualifications. I believe that learning English should be enjoyable, practical, and confidence-building. My lessons are personalized to your goals and focus on helping you communicate naturally in real-life situations. Whether you'd like to improve your speaking, grammar, vocabulary, or overall fluency, I'll provide clear guidance, supportive feedback, and a comfortable learning environment where you can grow at your own pace.
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Hello! I'm Setayesh. Let's build your English skills together in a friendly and supportive environment.
“For fifteen years, one belief hasn’t changed: fluency isn’t about knowing more words — it’s about feeling free to use them.
Setayesh English Teacher
I became a teacher because I kept meeting brilliant people who went quiet the moment they had to speak English — not because they lacked the words, but because no one had ever made them feel safe enough to use them.
So I built my lessons around the opposite feeling. We talk from the very first session. I listen first, learn what English really means for your life — a band score, a promotion, a conversation you’ve been avoiding — and design a roadmap around exactly that. No two students get the same plan.
Today I teach online to students all over the world, and in person at my conversation workshops in Istanbul cafés. The setting changes; the goal never does — to help you sound like yourself, in English.
Courses & programs
Every program is fully personalized — designed around your goals, schedule, and learning style.
Book one lesson on any topic — conversation, grammar review, exam prep, or anything else you need.
25 minutes
$10
50 minutes
$18
What students learn
Included
Curriculum overview
25 minutes
$15
50 minutes
$30
8-session program
What students learn
Included
Curriculum overview
25 minutes
$10
50 minutes
$18
12-session program
What students learn
Included
Curriculum overview
25 minutes
$12
50 minutes
$22
10-session program
What students learn
Included
Curriculum overview
25 minutes
$12
50 minutes
$22
8-session program
What students learn
Included
Curriculum overview
25 minutes
$14
50 minutes
$25
12-session program
What students learn
Included
Curriculum overview
25 minutes
$17
50 minutes
$30
10-session program
About the teacher
4+
Years Experience
100+
Students Taught
A1-B2
Levels Supported
Qualifications
The credentials behind the lessons — and the exams I prepare students for every week.
Life beyond lessons
Student success stories
Thousands of students have transformed their English skills. Here's what they say.
“Before starting lessons, I often felt nervous speaking English and needed a lot of time to think before answering. Now I can express my ideas much more naturally. The lessons are engaging, supportive, and always focused on real communication.”
Maria S.
“Grammar used to be confusing for me, but the explanations are clear and easy to understand. I have learned a lot of useful vocabulary and can use new grammar structures with much more confidence.”
Ali R.
“I wanted to improve all my English skills, not just speaking. The lessons helped me develop my listening, reading, vocabulary, and grammar at the same time. I can now communicate much more comfortably in everyday situations.”
Sofia
“The lessons are interactive and enjoyable. I feel much more confident participating in English classes at school, and my speaking and vocabulary have improved significantly.”
Daniel
“I used to worry about making mistakes whenever I spoke English. The supportive atmosphere helped me relax and practice more. Now I speak with greater confidence and hesitate much less during conversations.”
Emma
“My child enjoys every lesson and looks forward to learning English each week. The activities are engaging and age-appropriate, and we've noticed clear progress in vocabulary, speaking confidence, and classroom participation.”
Min-Jun
“What I appreciate most is the detailed feedback. Setayesh doesn't just explain grammar during class—she also assigns useful homework and carefully checks it. The corrections helped me understand my mistakes and improve much faster. I feel much more confident speaking and writing in English now.”
Laura B.
“The lessons are always well-structured and personalized to my level. I especially liked how we practiced grammar and vocabulary through speaking activities instead of just memorizing rules. The homework reinforced what we learned in class, and the feedback helped me make steady progress every week”
Carlos
“I had studied English for years, but I still sounded hesitant and unnatural when speaking. What surprised me most was learning practical techniques to improve pronunciation and fluency. Some of these were strategies I had heard about before but never used consistently. Through regular practice and guidance, I started noticing real improvements. I speak more smoothly now, pause less often, and feel much more confident during conversations.”
Kenji T.
How it works
Before we begin, I learn about your level, interests, and objectives so I can create lessons that fit your needs.
I design lessons and activities based on your strengths, challenges, and learning goals.
You'll improve your English through speaking, vocabulary, grammar, and real-life communication activities.
I provide clear corrections and helpful feedback to help you improve while maintaining your confidence.
My goal is to help you speak English naturally, communicate comfortably, and feel more confident in every lesson.
Why students choose me
Every lesson is designed around your goals and level.
Book lessons that fit your timezone and routine.
Feel comfortable speaking and asking questions.
Real conversation practice in every session.
Grammar and vocabulary explained simply.
Constructive corrections that help you improve fast.
Learn at your own pace.
Engaging activities and real conversations.
FAQ
Start learning with personalized lessons designed around your goals. Your first step is just a trial lesson away.
Contact
Have a question or ready to begin? Send me a message and I'll get back to you within 24 hours.
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I'll get back to you the same day to plan your first lesson.