Barry - ESL tutor - Ballarat
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Barry - ESL tutor - Ballarat

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Barry

  • Rate $20
  • Response 2h
  • Students

    Number of students Barry has taught since their arrival at Superprof

    17

    Number of students Barry has taught since their arrival at Superprof

Barry - ESL tutor - Ballarat
  • 5 (2 reviews)

$20/h

1st lesson free

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  • ESL
  • English speaking
  • English Vocabulary
  • Business English
  • IELTS
  • TOEFL

TESOL Teacher in Vietnam for five years focusing on English Pronunciation, listening skills techniques, Effective communication, Business English, IELTS Preparation. I am based in Ballarat, Victoria

  • ESL
  • English speaking
  • English Vocabulary
  • Business English
  • IELTS
  • TOEFL

Lesson location

Recommended

Barry is a respected tutor in our community. They have been highly recommended for their commitment and the quality of their lessons — an excellent choice to progress with confidence.

About Barry

I’m an experienced English tutor with a professional background that spans more than 34 years in high‑level communication, interviewing, training, and behavioural analysis. After a long career as a National Retail Loss Prevention Coordinator/Investigator, I shifted my focus to education earning my TESOL Certification in Melbourne in 2009 and relocating to Vietnam in 2013 to teach English full‑time between 2013-2017.

For over a decade I’ve specialised in helping Vietnamese and other nationality learners build confidence and real‑world communication skills. My teaching focuses on:

Clear pronunciation

Listening and speaking confidence

Workplace and Business English

IELTS preparation

Practical communication for study, work, and migration

I currently tutor Vietnamese students online and volunteer with the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) in Victoria, supporting new arrivals as they build the language skills needed for life in Australia.

In January 2026, I completed the TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment through Federation University/TAFE Ballarat strengthening my ability to design effective lessons, assess learner needs, and deliver training that is clear, structured, and supportive.

My teaching style is friendly, patient, and highly practical. I understand the challenges learners face, and I tailor every lesson to build confidence step by step. Whether you want to improve pronunciation, prepare for IELTS, or communicate more effectively at work, I’ll help you get there.

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About the lesson

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    Junior

    Adult Education

    Advanced Technical Certificate

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    Children

  • English

All languages in which the lesson is available :

English

My teaching approach is firmly grounded in established TESOL methodology, which provides a strong foundation for introducing new vocabulary, pronunciation patterns, and communication skills even to complete beginners. Using this method, I routinely teach 3–4 new words per lesson to learners of all ages.

While TESOL forms the core of my practice, my methodology has been enriched by years of hands‑on experience in Vietnam, collaboration with local ESL teachers, and continuous refinement through real classroom challenges. This blend of formal training and practical insight has shaped a teaching style that is structured, effective, and culturally responsive.

During my time in Ho Chi Minh City, I was honoured to be invited annually as a Guest Judge for the prestigious 'Universities Have Got English Talent' competitions a recognition of my expertise and contribution to English education in Vietnam.

Today, my primary focus areas are Pronunciation, Communication Skills, and Business English, helping learners build confidence and clarity in real‑world situations.

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Rates

Rate

  • $20

Pack rates

  • 5h: $97
  • 10h: $187

online

  • $17/h

Travel

  • + $$6

free lessons

This first lesson offered with Barry will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

  • 1hr

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