

Laura
- Rate R424
- Response 1h

R424/h
1st lesson free
- ESL
- English Oral Expression
- English Reading Comprehension
- English Listening Comprehension
- English Writing
Helping immigrants and university applicants | 338 students taught | 13 years of experience
- ESL
- English Oral Expression
- English Reading Comprehension
- English Listening Comprehension
- English Writing
Lesson location
About Laura
"Grammar is often the least important part of communicating effectively in a professional setting. My 13 years of experience show that speaking confidence and pronunciation matter far more in your initial interactions. We start every engagement with a diagnostic level test to pin down exactly where your efforts will yield the highest return. Lessons incorporate email and letter writing alongside presentation skills to sharpen your English for specific career goals.
Expect to focus heavily on accent softening and vocabulary building to ensure your voice is heard clearly. My BEd background ensures that each exercise is grounded in sound pedagogical theory rather than random drills. I find great satisfaction in watching you gain independence through these targeted exercises."
About the lesson
- Primary
- Secondary
- Matric/GCSE
- +19
levels :
Primary
Secondary
Matric/GCSE
AS Level
A Level
BTech
Adult education
Masters
Doctorate
Other
MBA
A1
A2
B1
B2
C1
C2
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Professional
Kids
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
"Working with 338 students across 13 years provides a clear perspective on how adults acquire English fluency. It is interesting how varied the motivations are for those moving to Canada or entering prestigious universities. Many newcomer families arrive with specific goals for their professional and personal lives in this country. My role is to provide the structure that turns raw language ability into high level confidence.
This journey involves consistent practice and honest reflection on how language shapes our social interactions. I hold a BEd in Second Language Teaching which informs the practical, no nonsense methods used in our sessions. Seeing a student transition from hesitant speaker to confident presenter is the most rewarding part of this profession.
These sessions are built to respect your time and existing knowledge base. Connecting with diverse people who are committed to their own growth is genuinely enjoyable."
Rates
Rate
- R424
Package rates
- 5h: R2120
- 10h: R4240
free lesson
The free first lesson with Laura allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.
- 1h
online
- R424/h
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