As the demand for English continues to grow in Macao, English for Asia's range of services has expanded to meet the academic needs of the community.
For over twenty years we have been operating successful Learning Centres and providing English courses for students and teacher training for local schools and the Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ).
We also provide English language training and development solutions for leading corporations and businesses, government departments, universities and charitable organisations.
New students receive a free Placement Interview enabling them to enter our classes at an appropriate starting level. Students are placed according to both ability and age, enabling them to learn at a comfortable rate and make the best possible progress.
Graduating students can receive
Successful English learning depends upon the quality of the teacher, and we are very proud of our dedicated team of teaching staff, each carefully chosen for their experience, professionalism and enthusiasm in the classroom.
Our teachers are all native English speakers or equivalent (CEFR level C2) who hold a TEFL/TESOL qualification (accredited by Ofqual at UK NQF Level 5, or equivalent) and have at least three years’ relevant teaching experience.
By carefully monitoring classes, providing feedback and guidance to teachers and arranging regular training to enhance their skills, we ensure our teachers are kept up to date with the latest communicative teaching methods and are able to maintain the highest standards of English teaching.
All of our teachers are internationally qualified Native English-speaking Teachers approved by the Macao Government’s Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ)† to teach English in the MSAR. Although each teacher specialises in different aspects, all teachers are trained to teach local students. As a parent you may request a particular teacher subject to timetabling and / or availability.*
*While we make every effort to schedule the same teacher for the duration of a course, we reserve the right to change the class teacher without notice due to operational needs.
†To gain DSEDJ approval to teach in the MSAR, teachers must be suitably qualified and provide records that verify their medical and non-criminal status.
By using the very latest communicative TESOL methodology in all of our courses, our teachers help students develop the confidence to use English freely, rather than merely memorising and repeating phrases from a textbook. The three-step methodology approach that we facilitate is called ‘Engage, Study, Activate’ (E.S.A.).
"I found that my child became happier. He began to possess a positive attitude towards English and his English language ability has improved! Teachers of the centre are good and caring. Staff at the Centre are responsible and they care about the children very much." – Parent of K2 student, after studying with us for two years.
Amit is a highly motivated English teacher and lifelong learner with a keen interest in languages, ICT and Special Education. He is a versatile and creative practitioner with excellent interpersonal, time management, critical thinking and problem solving skills and models this to his students in his teaching. He prides himself in preparing engaging and interactive lessons that motivate students. His expertise lies in teaching upper Primary, Secondary and Adults. Amit holds a Master’s in Education, a TESOL certificate and a TEYL qualification specialising in teaching English to young learners.
M.Ed, BA, TESOL, TEYL
Ana is passionate about helping students to develop clear and comprehensible English pronunciation. At EfA, Ana is teaching conversational English to a range of age groups and proficiency levels including Business English. Prior to joining us in 2017, Ana taught English in Mainland China and worked as a Portuguese-English translator and proofreader.
B.Ed, TESOL
Cristina joined us in the Summer of 2022 and is an outgoing and energetic individual with a love for teaching young learners. In her past role as a community teacher, she taught a range of workshops to instil ethical and moral values in her students. Cristina’s lesson planning focuses on allowing her students the opportunity to speak and to build their interpersonal skills for effective and confident communication. Cristina has a TESOL certificate and a Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE).
BSc, TEFL, PGDE
David is a versatile practitioner. He is involved in a wide range of projects, ranging from teaching Very Young Leaners (VYL) to Adults. David also coordinates Young Learner Summer Programmes and delivers Professional Development Workshops for local teachers. David taught English at a variety of institutions in Korea and Vietnam and has a keen interest in languages, including French, Spanish, Korean and Vietnamese.
BA(Hons), PGCE, TESOL
David is an accomplished young learner sports teacher and youth coach who transitioned to English language teaching in mid-2022. He takes pride in conducting dynamic and enjoyable classes that bring the curriculum to life. To enhance his expertise, David is currently pursuing a Post Graduate degree in Education, with a focus on primary education. Additionally, he is a proficient IELTS teacher and has completed specialized training modules to effectively guide students to achieve their desired outcomes.
Throughout his career in Portugal and the United Kingdom, David has been recognized as a strong communicator with excellent group management skills. His positive attitude serves as an inspiration for students to reach their goals.
Beyond his teaching, David enjoys football, both as a spectator and a player. He is also fascinated in history documentaries, which he uses to plan his future travels. David also has an affection for dogs, especially pugs.
BSc (Hons), TEFL
Danielle joined English for Asia in 2024 and is a passionate English teacher with a strong foundation in child psychology. Her main responsibilities focus on the teaching of spoken English skills to primary students and administering English language tests at a local secondary school. Danielle majored in English literature with a minor in child psychology and journalism. Throughout her career she has worked as a university lecturer, business development trainer and a journalist. Her teaching philosophy emphasises pronunciation, vocabulary development, reading, writing, and spoken English, all delivered within a positive and engaging learning environment.
BA, TESOL
Felisita is passionate about teaching and learning and enabling students to reach their full potential. Her experience in teaching is far reaching, from teaching secondary learners, university students, teachers, and adults in the corporate sector in Macao. Prior to joining the teaching team , Felisita taught English at the Institute for Tourism Studies, Escola São Paulo, Colégio Diocesano de São José and the University of St. Joseph . In addition to English, Felisita speaks six other languages.
M.Ed, BA, TESOL
John specialises in teaching young learners and has experience teaching all ages and proficiency levels. In a teaching career spanning over 18 years, John has mastered the skill to engage students by tapping into their needs and interests whilst having real-life conversations to stimulate natural language development. John has been involved in many projects, including the planning and preparation of event days, overseeing and coordinating the development of our ENGLISH CLUB syllabus and teaching on many projects, in both our Learning Centre and at local schools. Prior to joining us in January 2014, John taught English in Taiwan.
BA(Hons), TEFL
Lucus is a versatile teacher with experience teaching all proficiency levels and age groups, ranging from Very Young Learners to Adults. At EfA, Lucus is responsible for developing and teaching our Drama Stars Syllabus for Young Learners, has taken a leading role in the planning and preparation of Summer Events and is an excellent classroom teacher whether one-to-one, corporate or groups of young learners. Prior to joining EfA in March 2019, Lucus has done private tutoring.
BSc, TEFL
Martha is a keen Kindergarten and one-to-one teacher. She is always seeking ways to make her lessons interesting for her students. Martha teaches at local schools and in our Learning Centre. She has experience in teaching students from a range of age groups and proficiency levels. Prior to settling in Macao in 2002, Martha has taught in Africa, Europe and Asia. She joined us in 2016 after many years of tutoring and teaching in Macao.
Dip.Ed, AdvDip, TEFL
Mitchell is an experienced teacher with a broad knowledge of curriculums offered worldwide. He is a firm believer of Phonics as a method to help students master the sounds of English and to become independent readers and writers of English. Mitch has worked at numerous schools in Macao, teaching English to both students and staff. At our Learning Centre Mitch teaches students with a range of proficiency levels, ranging from Beginner to Advanced. Mitchell has a keen interest in politics and current events. He is also an animal lover, enjoys gardening and has a wide collection of model trains.
BA, Trinity CertTESOL
Nathan has been involved in English language teaching for over 20 years and has a rich experience in academic and human resource management across a variety of settings ranging from learning centres, schools, and teacher training seminars. He specialises in curriculum design and team management for diverse English for Specific Purposes (ESP) projects that are delivered throughout the corporate sector in Macao. In the classroom, his lessons are learner-centred giving students plenty of opportunities to be creative and express themselves in English.
B.Ed, CELTA, TESOL
Ron has joined EfA in 2016. He is passionate about one-to-one teaching, the use of technology and the future of online education. His experience ranges from teaching multi-lingual classes, Business English, IELTS, English Online, General English and Conversational English to a range of age groups and proficiency levels. At EfA, Ron is teaching on a variety of programmes, including corporate projects.
B.Ed, TESOL
Roseline started her teaching career in 2014 and has taught students ranging from 2 to 16 years old. She also has three years of experience in school settings where she has managed classrooms of 25-30 students. Roseline is adept at using positive reinforcement teaching techniques to encourage student behaviour and growth and has a wide range of skills including teaching THRASS (Teaching Handwriting Reading And Spelling Skills), phonics and Cambridge curriculums. Her self-motivation and passion for English language teaching has seen her go on to gain TEFL certification and a PGDE.
BA, PGDE, TEFL
Amit Das
Young Learners, Teens, Adults
Ana Gonsior
Very Young Learners, Young Learners, Adults, IELTS
Cristina Bonifacio
Very Young Learners
David Alexander
Very Young Learners, Young Learners, Teens, Adults, Teacher Training
David Jorge
Very Young Learners, Young Learners, Primary, IELTS
Danielle Vaz
Very Young Learners, Young Learners, Teens
Felisita Morais
Young Learners, Adults, Corporate, Teacher Training
John Richardson
Very Young Learners, Young Learners, Teens, Adults
Lucus Lienau
Very Young Learners, Young Learners, Adults and Drama Stars
Martha Visser
Very Young Learners, One-to-One
Mitchell Kritzberg
Pre-Teens, Teens and Adults
Nathan Fox
Young Learners, Adults, Corporate Training
Rondrico Gonsior
Young Learners, Teens, Adults, IELTS, Corporate
Roseline Samy
Very Young Learners, Young Learners, Teenagers
Amit is a highly motivated English teacher and lifelong learner with a keen interest in languages, ICT and Special Education. He is a versatile and creative practitioner with excellent interpersonal, time management, critical thinking and problem solving skills and models this to his students in his teaching. He prides himself in preparing engaging and interactive lessons that motivate students. His expertise lies in teaching upper Primary, Secondary and Adults. Amit holds a Master’s in Education, a TESOL certificate and a TEYL qualification specialising in teaching English to young learners.
M.Ed, BA, TESOL, TEYL
Ana is passionate about helping students to develop clear and comprehensible English pronunciation. At EfA, Ana is teaching conversational English to a range of age groups and proficiency levels including Business English. Prior to joining us in 2017, Ana taught English in Mainland China and worked as a Portuguese-English translator and proofreader.
B.Ed, TESOL
Cristina joined us in the Summer of 2022 and is an outgoing and energetic individual with a love for teaching young learners. In her past role as a community teacher, she taught a range of workshops to instil ethical and moral values in her students. Cristina’s lesson planning focuses on allowing her students the opportunity to speak and to build their interpersonal skills for effective and confident communication. Cristina has a TESOL certificate and a Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE).
BSc, TEFL, PGDE
David is a versatile practitioner. He is involved in a wide range of projects, ranging from teaching Very Young Leaners (VYL) to Adults. David also coordinates Young Learner Summer Programmes and delivers Professional Development Workshops for local teachers. David taught English at a variety of institutions in Korea and Vietnam and has a keen interest in languages, including French, Spanish, Korean and Vietnamese.
BA(Hons), PGCE, TESOL
David is an accomplished young learner sports teacher and youth coach who transitioned to English language teaching in mid-2022. He takes pride in conducting dynamic and enjoyable classes that bring the curriculum to life. To enhance his expertise, David is currently pursuing a Post Graduate degree in Education, with a focus on primary education. Additionally, he is a proficient IELTS teacher and has completed specialized training modules to effectively guide students to achieve their desired outcomes.
Throughout his career in Portugal and the United Kingdom, David has been recognized as a strong communicator with excellent group management skills. His positive attitude serves as an inspiration for students to reach their goals.
Beyond his teaching, David enjoys football, both as a spectator and a player. He is also fascinated in history documentaries, which he uses to plan his future travels. David also has an affection for dogs, especially pugs.
BSc (Hons), TEFL
Danielle joined English for Asia in 2024 and is a passionate English teacher with a strong foundation in child psychology. Her main responsibilities focus on the teaching of spoken English skills to primary students and administering English language tests at a local secondary school. Danielle majored in English literature with a minor in child psychology and journalism. Throughout her career she has worked as a university lecturer, business development trainer and a journalist. Her teaching philosophy emphasises pronunciation, vocabulary development, reading, writing, and spoken English, all delivered within a positive and engaging learning environment.
BA, TESOL
Felisita is passionate about teaching and learning and enabling students to reach their full potential. Her experience in teaching is far reaching, from teaching secondary learners, university students, teachers, and adults in the corporate sector in Macao. Prior to joining the teaching team , Felisita taught English at the Institute for Tourism Studies, Escola São Paulo, Colégio Diocesano de São José and the University of St. Joseph . In addition to English, Felisita speaks six other languages.
M.Ed, BA, TESOL
John specialises in teaching young learners and has experience teaching all ages and proficiency levels. In a teaching career spanning over 18 years, John has mastered the skill to engage students by tapping into their needs and interests whilst having real-life conversations to stimulate natural language development. John has been involved in many projects, including the planning and preparation of event days, overseeing and coordinating the development of our ENGLISH CLUB syllabus and teaching on many projects, in both our Learning Centre and at local schools. Prior to joining us in January 2014, John taught English in Taiwan.
BA(Hons), TEFL
Lucus is a versatile teacher with experience teaching all proficiency levels and age groups, ranging from Very Young Learners to Adults. At EfA, Lucus is responsible for developing and teaching our Drama Stars Syllabus for Young Learners, has taken a leading role in the planning and preparation of Summer Events and is an excellent classroom teacher whether one-to-one, corporate or groups of young learners. Prior to joining EfA in March 2019, Lucus has done private tutoring.
BSc, TEFL
Martha is a keen Kindergarten and one-to-one teacher. She is always seeking ways to make her lessons interesting for her students. Martha teaches at local schools and in our Learning Centre. She has experience in teaching students from a range of age groups and proficiency levels. Prior to settling in Macao in 2002, Martha has taught in Africa, Europe and Asia. She joined us in 2016 after many years of tutoring and teaching in Macao.
Dip.Ed, AdvDip, TEFL
Mitchell is an experienced teacher with a broad knowledge of curriculums offered worldwide. He is a firm believer of Phonics as a method to help students master the sounds of English and to become independent readers and writers of English. Mitch has worked at numerous schools in Macao, teaching English to both students and staff. At our Learning Centre Mitch teaches students with a range of proficiency levels, ranging from Beginner to Advanced. Mitchell has a keen interest in politics and current events. He is also an animal lover, enjoys gardening and has a wide collection of model trains.
BA, Trinity CertTESOL
Nathan has been involved in English language teaching for over 20 years and has a rich experience in academic and human resource management across a variety of settings ranging from learning centres, schools, and teacher training seminars. He specialises in curriculum design and team management for diverse English for Specific Purposes (ESP) projects that are delivered throughout the corporate sector in Macao. In the classroom, his lessons are learner-centred giving students plenty of opportunities to be creative and express themselves in English.
B.Ed, CELTA, TESOL
Ron has joined EfA in 2016. He is passionate about one-to-one teaching, the use of technology and the future of online education. His experience ranges from teaching multi-lingual classes, Business English, IELTS, English Online, General English and Conversational English to a range of age groups and proficiency levels. At EfA, Ron is teaching on a variety of programmes, including corporate projects.
B.Ed, TESOL
Roseline started her teaching career in 2014 and has taught students ranging from 2 to 16 years old. She also has three years of experience in school settings where she has managed classrooms of 25-30 students. Roseline is adept at using positive reinforcement teaching techniques to encourage student behaviour and growth and has a wide range of skills including teaching THRASS (Teaching Handwriting Reading And Spelling Skills), phonics and Cambridge curriculums. Her self-motivation and passion for English language teaching has seen her go on to gain TEFL certification and a PGDE.
BA, PGDE, TEFL
Amit is a highly motivated English teacher and lifelong learner with a keen interest in languages, ICT and Special Education. He is a versatile and creative practitioner with excellent interpersonal, time management, critical thinking and problem solving skills and models this to his students in his teaching. He prides himself in preparing engaging and interactive lessons that motivate students. His expertise lies in teaching upper Primary, Secondary and Adults. Amit holds a Master’s in Education, a TESOL certificate and a TEYL qualification specialising in teaching English to young learners.
M.Ed, BA, TESOL, TEYL
Ana is passionate about helping students to develop clear and comprehensible English pronunciation. At EfA, Ana is teaching conversational English to a range of age groups and proficiency levels including Business English. Prior to joining us in 2017, Ana taught English in Mainland China and worked as a Portuguese-English translator and proofreader.
B.Ed, TESOL
Cristina joined us in the Summer of 2022 and is an outgoing and energetic individual with a love for teaching young learners. In her past role as a community teacher, she taught a range of workshops to instil ethical and moral values in her students. Cristina’s lesson planning focuses on allowing her students the opportunity to speak and to build their interpersonal skills for effective and confident communication. Cristina has a TESOL certificate and a Post Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE).
BSc, TEFL, PGDE
David is a versatile practitioner. He is involved in a wide range of projects, ranging from teaching Very Young Leaners (VYL) to Adults. David also coordinates Young Learner Summer Programmes and delivers Professional Development Workshops for local teachers. David taught English at a variety of institutions in Korea and Vietnam and has a keen interest in languages, including French, Spanish, Korean and Vietnamese.
BA(Hons), PGCE, TESOL
David is an accomplished young learner sports teacher and youth coach who transitioned to English language teaching in mid-2022. He takes pride in conducting dynamic and enjoyable classes that bring the curriculum to life. To enhance his expertise, David is currently pursuing a Post Graduate degree in Education, with a focus on primary education. Additionally, he is a proficient IELTS teacher and has completed specialized training modules to effectively guide students to achieve their desired outcomes.
Throughout his career in Portugal and the United Kingdom, David has been recognized as a strong communicator with excellent group management skills. His positive attitude serves as an inspiration for students to reach their goals.
Beyond his teaching, David enjoys football, both as a spectator and a player. He is also fascinated in history documentaries, which he uses to plan his future travels. David also has an affection for dogs, especially pugs.
BSc (Hons), TEFL
Danielle joined English for Asia in 2024 and is a passionate English teacher with a strong foundation in child psychology. Her main responsibilities focus on the teaching of spoken English skills to primary students and administering English language tests at a local secondary school. Danielle majored in English literature with a minor in child psychology and journalism. Throughout her career she has worked as a university lecturer, business development trainer and a journalist. Her teaching philosophy emphasises pronunciation, vocabulary development, reading, writing, and spoken English, all delivered within a positive and engaging learning environment.
BA, TESOL
Felisita is passionate about teaching and learning and enabling students to reach their full potential. Her experience in teaching is far reaching, from teaching secondary learners, university students, teachers, and adults in the corporate sector in Macao. Prior to joining the teaching team , Felisita taught English at the Institute for Tourism Studies, Escola São Paulo, Colégio Diocesano de São José and the University of St. Joseph . In addition to English, Felisita speaks six other languages.
M.Ed, BA, TESOL
John specialises in teaching young learners and has experience teaching all ages and proficiency levels. In a teaching career spanning over 18 years, John has mastered the skill to engage students by tapping into their needs and interests whilst having real-life conversations to stimulate natural language development. John has been involved in many projects, including the planning and preparation of event days, overseeing and coordinating the development of our ENGLISH CLUB syllabus and teaching on many projects, in both our Learning Centre and at local schools. Prior to joining us in January 2014, John taught English in Taiwan.
BA(Hons), TEFL
Lucus is a versatile teacher with experience teaching all proficiency levels and age groups, ranging from Very Young Learners to Adults. At EfA, Lucus is responsible for developing and teaching our Drama Stars Syllabus for Young Learners, has taken a leading role in the planning and preparation of Summer Events and is an excellent classroom teacher whether one-to-one, corporate or groups of young learners. Prior to joining EfA in March 2019, Lucus has done private tutoring.
BSc, TEFL
Martha is a keen Kindergarten and one-to-one teacher. She is always seeking ways to make her lessons interesting for her students. Martha teaches at local schools and in our Learning Centre. She has experience in teaching students from a range of age groups and proficiency levels. Prior to settling in Macao in 2002, Martha has taught in Africa, Europe and Asia. She joined us in 2016 after many years of tutoring and teaching in Macao.
Dip.Ed, AdvDip, TEFL
Mitchell is an experienced teacher with a broad knowledge of curriculums offered worldwide. He is a firm believer of Phonics as a method to help students master the sounds of English and to become independent readers and writers of English. Mitch has worked at numerous schools in Macao, teaching English to both students and staff. At our Learning Centre Mitch teaches students with a range of proficiency levels, ranging from Beginner to Advanced. Mitchell has a keen interest in politics and current events. He is also an animal lover, enjoys gardening and has a wide collection of model trains.
BA, Trinity CertTESOL
Nathan has been involved in English language teaching for over 20 years and has a rich experience in academic and human resource management across a variety of settings ranging from learning centres, schools, and teacher training seminars. He specialises in curriculum design and team management for diverse English for Specific Purposes (ESP) projects that are delivered throughout the corporate sector in Macao. In the classroom, his lessons are learner-centred giving students plenty of opportunities to be creative and express themselves in English.
B.Ed, CELTA, TESOL
Ron has joined EfA in 2016. He is passionate about one-to-one teaching, the use of technology and the future of online education. His experience ranges from teaching multi-lingual classes, Business English, IELTS, English Online, General English and Conversational English to a range of age groups and proficiency levels. At EfA, Ron is teaching on a variety of programmes, including corporate projects.
B.Ed, TESOL
Roseline started her teaching career in 2014 and has taught students ranging from 2 to 16 years old. She also has three years of experience in school settings where she has managed classrooms of 25-30 students. Roseline is adept at using positive reinforcement teaching techniques to encourage student behaviour and growth and has a wide range of skills including teaching THRASS (Teaching Handwriting Reading And Spelling Skills), phonics and Cambridge curriculums. Her self-motivation and passion for English language teaching has seen her go on to gain TEFL certification and a PGDE.
BA, PGDE, TEFL
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