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Sonya
- Rate R244
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- English
- Creative writing
- CV Writing
- Poetry
- Essay Writing
Hi! I'm here to help you nail your next essay, poem, or creative project. I specialize in English, with tutoring that's highly adaptable to your unique learning style. Let's work together to boost you
- English
- Creative writing
- CV Writing
- Poetry
- Essay Writing
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About Sonya
Hi there! I'm an international student from the USA currently studying at University College Dublin (UCD). While I spend my academic breaks traveling, my true passion lies in English—specifically the craft of essay writing, creative writing, and poetry. I became a tutor because I genuinely find joy in helping students move past the stress of a blank page and discover their own powerful writing voice. My unique approach focuses on adapting the session to your specific learning style, whether you're a visual thinker, a hands-on reviser, or someone who learns best by talking through ideas. My goal isn't just to help you pass your next assignment, but to build the clarity, structure, and confidence you need to excel in all your future writing projects.
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About the lesson
- Primary
- Secondary
- Matric/GCSE
- +3
levels :
Primary
Secondary
Matric/GCSE
AS Level
A Level
Other
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Are you ready to move past the stress of a blank page and genuinely enjoy the writing process?
I believe great writing starts with great teaching—teaching that recognizes you as an individual. That's why my online tutoring sessions are designed to be highly focused, flexible, and completely tailored to your unique way of learning.
My Adaptable Approach: It's Not One-Size-Fits-All
As an international student myself, I understand the challenges of juggling complex coursework and high expectations. I don't use a rigid, set curriculum. Instead, I base every session on your specific needs, goals, and learning style:
• For the Visual Learner: We use color-coded outlines, shared digital whiteboards, and mind maps to visually structure arguments and organize complex creative concepts.
• For the Auditory Learner: We spend time talking through ideas, debating points, and verbally brainstorming sentence structure and word choice before putting pen to paper.
• For the Hands-On Learner: We focus heavily on immediate, real-time revision within a shared document, making the learning process active and collaborative from start to finish.
We don't just fix grammar; we build a foundation of confidence and strategic thinking.
Specializing in the Craft of Writing
I offer in-depth expertise across the most challenging areas of English study:
• Essay Writing: Learn how to craft a truly powerful argument, develop strategic outlines, master sophisticated sourcing, and eliminate clarity issues that hold your grades back.
• Poetry & Literature: Go beyond simple analysis. We explore meter, symbolism, and form, turning complex texts into understandable, enjoyable language.
• Creative Writing: Whether you're developing short fiction, screenplays, or non-fiction narratives, I help you hone your voice, develop rich characters, and maintain engaging story structure.
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- R244
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- 5h: R1220
- 10h: R2440
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- R244/h
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The free first lesson with Sonya allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.
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