Hi, I’m Amanda,

a Native - Speaking English Teacher

from Canada

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About Me

I’m Amanda, a native English teacher from Canada living and teaching in Slovakia. I work with children and adults of all ages who want to improve their English in a way that feels natural, enjoyable, and stress-free.

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What I Offer

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Why Learn With Me?

What makes me different is the way I connect with people. I believe language learning works best when it feels personal and fun — not forced or intimidating. My students often tell me they feel at ease right away, and that’s exactly what I want: for English to feel approachable, enjoyable, and even exciting.

And yes, my Canadian accent doesn’t hurt either — it gives you the chance to learn from a clear, natural model of English that’s easy to understand.

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Who I Teach

Whether you’re a parent looking for lessons that spark your child’s curiosity, a teenager preparing for exams, or an adult who wants to finally feel confident speaking English at work or while traveling — I’ll meet you where you are and guide you forward.

~Karol Babic, Medical Student, Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic

“Amanda is maybe the kindest, most genuine, and most energetic teacher I know. Her teaching brings together entertainment and professionalism. During her time at our school you could see that everything she did was at 100%. In every project she stood out by her extraordinary effort and students were thrilled to talk to her, and so was I, especially for her lessons, because i knew they would fly by and yet i would still remember lots of practical information, that can be used in real life conversations”

~Silvia Karabinova, Teacher, Komenskeho Elementary School, Svit

„Amanda is not only an excellent educator but also a dear friend. She is always caring and sensitive, with a wonderful sense of humor that makes every class enjoyable. Her lessons are full of creative games, fun activities, and great themes, so you never feel like you’re in a regular classroom. She has an amazing ability to recognize students' strengths and build on them, while also helping to improve weaknesses. Both my daughter and I have learned so much and gained a lot of confidence in her conversation classes.“

~Jana Dikantova, Teacher. Mierova Elementary School, Svit, Teacher Mentor & Coach

„Amanda is one of those rare people who can instantly brighten any room she walks into. She has a warm, genuine personality and a wonderful sense of humor that makes her not only a great friend but also an inspiring teacher. Her lessons are always engaging, creative, and full of positive energy, which motivates her students to learn and grow. Amanda has a natural ability to connect with people, making everyone feel valued and supported. Her dedication and enthusiasm leave a lasting impact, both inside and outside the classroom.“

~Eva Sabova, Teacher, Komenskeho Elementary School, Svit

„As a teacher, Amanda is enthusiastic, kind and skilled. A careful planner, who never tires of searching for new techniques and approaches to teaching and learning. She is able to teach children and adults with the same level of professionality and effectiveness. But it is for her qualities as a human being that students and parents love her and rely on her – she respects her students, understands them and motivates them to achieve great results. A teacher in a hundred!“

~Andrea Mociliakova, Teacher & Current English Department Head, EGJT Grammar School, Liptovsky Mikulas

„Amanda was one of the most amazing teachers at our school and she deserves a very high popularity score as I would say she was one of the most popular teachers. Definitely this position is deserving of her as she is very kind, respectful, and works very diligiently. She was very close to the students and they really admired her work. Amanda received many accolades from students and previous colleagues. I can say that from what I have witnessed, Amanda is exceptional and outstanding. Her kindness and respect for the students, her attention and warm words towards the students did not get unnoticed. Her lesson preparation was always excellent, stemming from a hard working perspective, while being proactive, creative and fully independent with new ideas. New forms of teaching were observed which inturn were enriching and vivid and genuine for our students. Perhaps sharing a comment that came from one student will say it all-‚I am at this school only because of Amanda‘. „

~Katarina Hybenova, Previous English Department Head & Current Teacher EGJT Grammar School, Liptovsky Mikulas, Slovakia

“I have known Amanda for a few years, both as a former colleague, her former English department leader and as a friend. Related to these multiple experiences I can honestly say she is an extraordinary teacher and personality. Her passion for teaching, patience with her students, and ability to inspire confidence make her truly exceptional. For over a decade, she has also led a youth English summer language camp that has become a highlight of the year for so many children—including my own son. He has attended three times and talks about it for months afterward, already counting down the days until the next summer. The camp is a perfect reflection of who she is: organized, creative, caring, and able to create a safe, joyful space where learning and friendship flourish. Her influence reaches far beyond academics. Amanda builds character, curiosity, and resilience in every young person she works with. I feel incredibly grateful for not only being her friend and former collegue but also for the impact she has had on my son’s life, and I cannot recommend her enough as both a teacher and a role model.“

~Jana Chaloupkova, Principal, EGJT Gymnazium (Grammar School), Liptovsky Mikulas, Slovakia

“Amanda pôsobila vždy veľmi profesionálne, no zároveň priateľsky a otvorene. Bola pracovitá, empatická a ochotná pomôcť v každej situácii. Vďaka jej prístupu vytvárala medzi študentmi príjemnú atmosféru, ktorú vysoko oceňovali. Veľmi som si vážila jej nadhľad a profesionálny prístup na každej hodine. Som presvedčená, že kdekoľvek bude pôsobiť, dokáže zodpovedne pristupovať k svojej práci so silnou dávkou empatie a profesionality.”

~Eva Olbert, Parent, Austria

“We feel incredibly fortunate to have met the fabulous Amanda during a summer camp in Svit, where our children were immediately impressed and delighted by her warmth, energy, and engaging personality. Since then, she has become much more than just their English teacher, she has been a mentor, motivator, and a true friend to our family. Last year, our children had regular online English lessons with Amanda, during which they made incredible progress. They went from struggling to express themselves to speaking fluently and confidently in everyday situations, even managing everything independently while on vacation. Amanda’s teaching style is playful, creative, and filled with laughter. She makes learning feel like fun rather than a task. What makes her truly exceptional is the way she shows genuine interest in our children during every lesson, not just in their language skills, but in their personalities, hobbies, and lives. She connects with them on a personal level, making them feel seen, heard, valued, and continuously encouraged. She’s incredibly intuitive and flexible and always knows how to adjust her teaching to fit each child’s needs, helping them lose their fear of speaking and inspiring a love of learning. Amanda is truly one of a kind, a brilliant educator and an exceptional human being. We are deeply grateful for the joy, progress, and positivity she brings into our children’s lives.

~Monika Dudinska, Principal, Komenskeho Elementary School, Svit, Slovakia

“Amanda je skvelá lektorka anglického jazyka. Jej hodiny boli vždy inšpirujúce, kreatívne a veľmi motivujúce. Deti si ich nesmierne obľúbili, s radosťou sa zapájali a prirodzene sa rozrozprávali. Dokázala vytvoriť priateľskú atmosféru, v ktorej mala každá hodina zmysel a posúvala deti vpred.”

~Kristina Jančeková, Masters’ Student, Lofoten Islands, Norway

“I had the pleasure of being Amanda’s very first camp counselor, and it was such an enriching and inspiring experience that I will never forget. She showed me the beautiful way of working - being there every day with her whole heart, passion, and energy. Through her creative games, conversations, and sports, the children, and I, were learning without even realizing it. Amanda has this unique gift of connecting with everyone, understanding them perfectly even without speaking the same language fluently. If I were a kid again, this is exactly the kind of camp I would want to be part of.”

~Julia Spustova, Bachelor’s Student, Galloway, Ireland, Marseille, France

“I was lucky to get to know Amanda as a child, first as my English teacher. Amanda is an amazing and empowering woman who has a unique ability to create such a warm and welcoming atmosphere that a class feels like a friendly gathering - without ever losing its academic value. Thanks to her energetic personality, she soon began organizing daily English summer camps, where I had the opportunity to work alongside her as a summer student. Those experiences were incredibly valuable to me, and her camps have always been a big hit among the kids. It’s also thanks to her that I now study in Ireland and France, and I am truly grateful to have such an inspiring person as Amanda in my life.”

~Zina Antolova, Economics’ Student, Grammar School, Liptovsky Mikulas, Slovakia

“Amanda was teaching me conversations in English for two years. She is the kind of person that leave a strong impression on everyone. Our classes were full of laughter. Most importantly, I didn’t have a problem with conversation in English with her , we all felt comfortable speaking and that’s why our skills in English are better now . When I had a problem in my personal life or school life I knew that I could talk to her . She showed me that there is always a bright side of every problem . Amanda is a kind of person that you meet once in a lifetime and you will remember them forever.”

~Beata Ondrušková, Teacher, Mierova Elementary School Svit

“I have known Amandička (how I call her familiarly) for almost ten years when she came to our primary school Mierová in Svit as a special guest to open our „Reading Corner.“ From that very first moment the children fell in love with her sense of humour and her playful spirit. And so did I. Later, when she began teaching conversation lessons at our school, the students adored these unique classes full of laughter, exciting games and creative activities that helped them to build their confidence to speak and motivation to learn English. Outside the classroom, a group of six of us teachers meet, sharing lots of fun, laughter and unforgettable moments. The same energy can be felt in her classes where students experience her way of teaching, making her lessons engaging, effective and unforgettable, too. As her friend and colleague I can truly say she is not only an excellent teacher, but also a kind-hearted and wonderful person, whose warmth and passion inspire everyone around her.”

~Nela Basarikova, Student, Dominika Tatarko, Poprad, Slovakia

“I’ve been learning with Amanda since I was 9 years old, and from the very beginning, her lessons stood out for being both fun and incredibly effective. As a native speaker, she created a fully immersive environment where I could only speak English, which helped me improve massively over the years. Her creativity, patience, and passion for teaching made every class something I looked forward to. For the past three summers, I’ve also had the opportunity to work as a camp counselor at her summer camp, and I’m really grateful not just for the experience, but for everything she’s taught me—both in English and beyond.”

~Miroslava Mojšova, Parent, Ružomberok

“Big THANKS for helping our children develop and build confidence in themselves. You see potential in our children and help them both to realise it. You even make learning fun. Thank you for being exceptional. We are truly grateful to have you as a teacher to both our daughters. We can't thank you enough.”

~Timea P, DCU, Dublin, Ireland

“I was lucky enough to be taught by Amanda for two years and to be honest, she is definitely one of a kind. Even though her teaching methods are oftentimes playful, they still provide up-to-date information useful for everyday interactions. In the class, she always showed remarkable character and went beyond any understanding on what a traditional teacher’s role is. A trait I value the most about her is definitely her kindness and humanity which she always made sure to be her priority. If I were to choose, she would be the only English teacher I’d have.”

~Jana Sladekova, zástupkyňa riaditeľa, EGJT Gymnazium, Liptovsky Mikulas

“Amanda je veľmi vzácny človek. Práca s ľuďmi je niečo, čo je jej úplnou súčasťou. Nabíja ju to energiou, dáva iskru do očí a neskutočne ju to teší. V komunikácii s ľudmi je úplne prirodzená. Vie sa prihovoriť všetkým vekovým skupinám a absolutne u nej nefunguje žiadna jazyková bariéra. Svojím otvoreným prístupom ľudí motivuje, inšpiruje, vie ich nadchnúť. Ako učiteľka má individuálny prístup, je veľmi tvorivá, trpezlivá a otvorená novým výzvam. So žiakmi má vždy otvorený vzťah, zároveň im vie určiť hranice a akcetujú ju. Má výborný zmysel pre humor, ktorý jej pomáha zapadnúť medzi ľudí, ale aj odľahčiť situáciu. Poznám ju ako jej nadriadená, ale aj ako mama, ktorá jej zveruje deti do tábora. Ako nadriadená som poctená, že som spoznala učiteľku, ktorej hodiny deti nekutočne bavia a ako mama by som vozila svoje deti aj na druhú stranu Slovenska, len aby mohli zažiť atmosféru Amandinych táborov, ktorá tam je vďakanej.”

~Laura Stanislavova, Linguistics & English Major, University Student, Bratislava

“Amanda was my lecturer in high school and her lessons were always fun and interactive-we spent the whole class speaking, which was great practice for the “maturita” exams. With her bubbly personality and constant smile, learning was a joy and I was always looking forward to seeing her in class! She also prepared me for Cambridge CAE exams, and thanks to her I was successful at the C1 level. I recommend Amanda to anyone who needs proper English practice or exam preparation with a native speaker and a great person!”

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Learning English doesn’t have to be stressful. With the right support (and a few laughs along the way), you’ll be surprised at how much you can achieve!

Hi, I’m Amanda,

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01.

About Me

02.

What I Offer

Conversational practice

A safe, encouraging environment

Fun, engaging lessons

Support for all ages

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Why Learn With Me?

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Who I Teach

Let’s Get Started

amanda@youcan.sk