DANIEL PALMER
1-on-1 Online English Classes

About
HI, I’M DANIEL
ENGLISH TEACHER, COACH, AND LIFELONG LEARNER.
I’ve always been passionate about people, communication, and personal growth. That’s what first led me to study education and English teaching—and it’s what continues to inspire me today. I believe learning a language is more than just grammar and vocabulary. It’s about confidence, connection, and identity. Originally from the UK, I now live in Helsinki, where I’ve been helping students of all backgrounds improve their English and feel more confident using it in their everyday and professional lives. Having moved countries myself, I understand the challenges of adapting to a new culture and language, and I bring that empathy into every lesson. Over the last 15 years, I’ve supported hundreds of learners through a personalised approach that blends language learning with elements of coaching. Together, we focus not just on English, but on your goals and motivation.

A BIT ABOUT MY BACKGROUND
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MA in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) – University of Birmingham
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Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA)
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BA in Leisure & Sport Management
Certified Life Coach (World Coaching Organization) and Football Coach (English FA)

TEACHING & COACHING EXPERIENCE
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English teacher at Finnish Parliament, Finnish Transport Agency, and Helsingin Adult Education Centre
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Private 1-on-1 lessons tailored to your needs—whether professional, social, or academic
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Project manager with British Red Cross and Action Against Hunger (London), supporting refugees and migrants with English, integration, and entrepreneurship
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Work with people with disabilities in the UK, US, and Finland
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Volunteer teacher and coach in India and Uganda, where I saw firsthand how English can transform lives
If you're looking for supportive, down-to-earth English lessons that help you grow in confidence and fluency—I'd love to work with you!