Nelly Manolakou started her teaching career almost 25 years ago, in parallel with university studies in environmental science and Diploma translation courses. Following came a British Council teacher training certificate and an IoL (Institute of Linguists, London) Diploma in Translation with Business and Science semi-specialized modules. Teaching experience involved coaching students of intermediate to high levels, both in General and Business English. Specialized in exam preparation (Michigan and Cambridge Proficiency, TOEIC, IELTS etc.), created language schools curricula as well as tailor-made material to enhance student skills and performance. Also, extensive experience in translating and proof-reading  various texts of business, technical, scientific and philosophical content.