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Hi, I'm Jon Kurt!

With 19 years of teaching experience in Southeast Asia, I spark confidence through dynamic online lessons via Google Meet, tailored for conversational fluency, SAT/IELTS success and Professional English. I earned 18 five-star reviews from international students on Preply from April 30 to May 27, 2025. After an unfair exit, I launched JonEnglishTutor.com on June 3, to provide an independent and fair platform for students. Ready to elevate your English? Book a free 15 minute Intro Call or connect by chat via your preferred messenger. Let’s make your English soar!

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As a native English speaker with a clear Southern California accent, I bring a lifetime of international experience to my teaching. My journey has taken me from the bilingual culture of the U.S.-Mexico border to the demanding professional environments of 5-star Swiss hotels. This unique background, which includes training at the prestigious Institut Hôtelier César Ritz, has given me a deep appreciation for the nuances of professional communication. Beyond teaching, my background as a US FAA licensed pilot and a Swiss-trained hospitality manager allows me to offer highly specialized, practical training.

 

Having learned Spanish, German and Thai myself, I understand the challenges students face when mastering a new language. My passion is helping professionals like you refine the final, most difficult aspects of English: clear pronunciation and a natural-sounding accent. With years of teaching experience at all levels of the spectrum and as a manager in Thai hotels and resorts (5-star), my coaching is practical, effective, and tailored to help you succeed in any international setting. My one-on-one coaching builds a genuine connection, ensuring you feel supported and valued, not lost on a corporate tutoring website.

Bio

TESOL Certificate, 2006
Oxford Seminars, San Diego State University, San Diego, California, USA

FAA Pilot Licenses, Private and Instrument, 2001–2003
Sierra Academy of Aeronautics, Oakland, California, USA

Swiss Diplomas in Hotel Management and Food & Beverage Operations, 1994–1996
Institut Hôtelier César Ritz, Le Bouveret, Valais, Switzerland

Associate of Science Degree in Hospitality Management, 1994–1996
Swiss Hospitality Institute, Washington, Connecticut, USA

Languages:
English: Fluent
Thai: Conversant - Upper-Intermediate
Spanish: Conversant - Upper-Intermediate
German: Conversant - Intermediate

Education

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