Who we are

Phil

Phil is the Admissions Manager at TEFL UK. He has over 20 years of experience in the TEFL industry and has worked as an English language teacher in multiple countries including Korea, Taiwan, China and Thailand. Having now settled back in the UK, Phil's mission is to help others succeed and pursue their dreams of teaching English and exploring the world. 

When not immersed in all things TEFL, Phil enjoys spending time with his two children and taking part in running events around the UK.

Claire 

Claire knows that successful training helps create successful teaching experiences. This will be Claire's 7th year at TEFL UK and she is determined to make it one of the best yet. Claire has won numerous accolades, including an award for Best Education Links to Mainland China from the UK Department of International Trade. 

She loves working in TEFL and enjoys interacting with students, tutors and schools on a daily basis. Claire has experience in professional development, teacher training and team building. Her favourite TEFL destination is Spain, perhaps not surprisingly for the great food and weather!

Spotlight on 

Rebecca Gilligan, LEVEL 5 COURSE CONTRIBUTING AUTHOR (Trinity Cert, BSc, PGCE, MA TESOL)

Rebecca is an EFL educator and content developer with over 20 years of experience. Her passion for travel and helping others led her to teach and create educational materials in various countries, including Greece, Egypt, and the UAE.

Rebecca's diverse background and extensive experience make her a valuable contributor to the Level 5 TEFL UK course. This qualification allows aspiring language teachers to study remotely and gain the necessary skills and resources to teach anywhere in the world.

Beyond her professional life, Rebecca enjoys a fulfilling personal life with her three children and two pets. She is an avid traveler, DJ, gardener, and cook, always embracing life to the fullest.

Masoud

Masoud has almost 20 years of experience in TEFL. He is passionate about teacher training and has been a trainer for the last 8 years. His trainees believe he is very strict, but supportive. He has trained and taught students from different countries including Uzbekistan, Russia, Korea, China, and Iran. He has worked in different positions in EFL contexts; he has worked as the manager of Can-Do Language Academy and also Head of English Teaching Department. He loves challenges; he won the Cambridge English Teacher Competition, the second Best Teacher in Central Asia, in 2022. He adores traveling and is a big fan of soccer. He enjoys camping and spending time in nature in his spare time.

Jeannette

Jeannette is a highly dedicated and experienced Lead IQA at TEFL UK, bringing a wealth of knowledge and a passion for education to her role. With a Master's degree in Education and a Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance, she possesses a strong foundation in assessing and improving learning processes.

Jeannette's background as a Team Leader, IQA, Tutor/Assessor has equipped her with a diverse skillset, including delivering NCFE Employability skills, Functional Skills Literacy and ICT, and ESOL. Her commitment to teamwork, combined with her excellent communication and interpersonal skills, makes her a valuable asset to both colleagues and learners alike.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Jeannette enjoys researching educational topics and has presented her findings at conferences and in publications. She is fluent in both English and French, and her greatest pleasure is seeing the people we support achieve their goals in order to improve on their economic, social and financial situation in life.

Karina

Karina has over 35 years of experience in teaching and holds a Master’s in Applied Linguistics and TESOL. She has worked in various environments, including corporate settings and schools, and has been training hundreds of teachers who have earned their IDELT and TEFL certifications for the past 20 years. She has also shared her expertise as a speaker at international conferences and webinars.

Based in Buenos Aires, Karina is passionate about equipping individuals with the tools they need to succeed in their careers and academic endeavors.

Outside of teaching, Karina loves spending time with her grown children and playing the saxophone in an R&B band, finding joy in the creativity and rhythm it brings to her life.

Reihaneh

Reihaneh brings over 15 years of experience to her role as a TEFL trainer. Her journey began in 2006, teaching young learners and adults. Since then, she has honed her skills across diverse learning environments, from the classrooms of Hafez Language Institute to the online platforms of Mehrdad Academy. Reihaneh's dedication to her craft is evident in her pursuit of continuous professional development. She holds a Cert-TESOL accreditation from Trinity College of London and has actively participated in numerous workshops and conferences, including those focused on utilizing AI in education and embracing cultural diversity.

Reihaneh's expertise extends beyond general English instruction. She has successfully delivered conversation courses, business English programs, and pre-IELTS preparation. Her experience also encompasses teacher training and curriculum development. Reihaneh's passion for teaching, coupled with her extensive knowledge and qualifications, makes her an invaluable asset to our team.