Madelyn Baines, ESL Teacher
About Me
I am a qualified and experienced English as a Second Language teacher based in Wales, on the west coast of the UK. I am a native British English speaker with a neutral accent, and I work mainly with adult learners who want to improve their spoken English, confidence, and communication skills.
I have been involved in one-to-one teaching for over 17 years, including 7 years as a qualified English as a Second Language teacher. During that time, I have helped students develop their general English, prepare for conversations in professional settings, improve their public speaking, and feel more confident using English in real-life situations.
As well as teaching English, I have experience in public speaking and giving live presentations. This means I can help my students with their presentation skills, organising their thoughts clearly, managing nerves, making effective use of notes, and dealing with interruptions or questions.
Outside of teaching, I enjoy long-distance running, wild swimming, painting, and spending time with friends and family. I have also learned Welsh as a second language, so I understand both the challenges and the rewards of learning to communicate in another language.
My Teaching Style
My teaching style is friendly, practical, and interactive. I like to encourage conversation from the start, because speaking regularly is one of the best ways to build fluency and confidence.
Every student learns differently, so I adapt my lessons to suit each student’s level, goals, interests, and preferred learning style. Some students want relaxed conversation practice, while others need more structured help with vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, workplace communication, or presentations.
I believe that good language learning involves patience, practice, and clear communication. Lessons should be useful and enjoyable, but they should also help students make steady progress. My aim is to create a supportive environment where my students feel comfortable trying new words, asking questions, making mistakes, and developing their confidence.
Classes Can Help With
- General English conversation
- Workplace and professional communication
- British English pronunciation and vocabulary
- Public speaking and presentation skills
- Confidence when speaking English in a variety of settings
- Preparing for meetings, interviews, or everyday conversations
Testimonials
Here are some kind words from past and current students:
“Madelyn always provides well-planned lessons that help boost my English learning progress. In particular, she carefully chooses lesson materials that match each learner’s interests. In my case, since I love different British accents and expressions, we often use BBC radio series in our lessons, which I really enjoy. She is also a great pace-maker who helps me stay motivated over the long term. Thanks to Madelyn, I have become much more confident and natural when speaking English in business situations.”
~ Rio
“I have taken her conversation lessons for about a year so far. She always makes the conversation flow naturally, so I don't have to feel awkward at all, and she gives me lots of opportunities to speak. The conversation topics are fun and I've enjoyed her lessons a lot.”
~ Kaz
"Madelyn is a great teacher. She is passionate about teaching. She is passionate about teaching English, always has a smile on her face and creates a cheerful atmosphere, which makes me enjoy our conversations. Above all, she loves her native country Wales, and through her explanations about Wales, you will definitely love Wales too."
~ Yumi
“Madelyn is an exceptional English language teacher. Having worked with her over a few years now, I've been consistently impressed by her professionalism, expertise, and genuine dedication to her students' progress. Beyond her technical knowledge, she demonstrates patience, wit, and an authentic interest in encouraging interaction during conversation. Each session feels productive and purposeful, and I feel that I consistently leave with concrete improvements in my language abilities.”
~ Elio