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- English
- Reading
- Literacy
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Native English speaker looking to help others on their path to fluency
- English
- Reading
- Literacy
- Redaction
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About Phoebe
Hi! I’m Phoebe, a native English speaker and a sophomore in high school currently enrolled in Advanced English, as well as IB and AP English courses. I have a strong passion for language, literature, and writing, and I love helping others feel more confident and capable in English—whether that’s through improving grammar, mastering essay structure, or exploring literature more deeply.
About the lesson
- Primary
- Secondary
- Matric/GCSE
- +7
levels :
Primary
Secondary
Matric/GCSE
AS Level
A Level
BTech
Adult education
Masters
Doctorate
MBA
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
I use a communicative and learner-centered approach, focusing on building confidence, fluency, and critical thinking. Whether it’s academic English, creative writing, literature analysis, or ESL, I adapt my methods to the learner’s goals.
Techniques I use include:
Close reading and textual analysis for literature and essay work
Modeling and guided writing, followed by independent practice
Socratic questioning to deepen interpretation and argumentation
Language games, roleplay, and real-world scenarios for ESL students
Vocabulary building, grammar in context, and sentence restructuring
Regular feedback and revision cycles to promote self-editing and clarity
A Typical Lesson Plan:
Every lesson is personalized, but here's a general outline:
Warm-up (5 minutes)
A short activity or discussion based on a prior lesson, a journal prompt, or a vocabulary check-in.
Lesson Focus (30–35 minutes)
For literature: Discuss a passage, analyze literary devices, theme development, and structure.
For writing: Break down an essay prompt, brainstorm, outline, write, or revise.
For ESL: Practice speaking, listening, or reading strategies using real-life topics or texts.
Practice Activity (10–15 minutes)
Student applies what they've learned in a targeted exercise—writing a paragraph, answering comprehension questions, or completing a grammar task.
Wrap-up and Homework (5 minutes)
Recap key takeaways, set a small independent task (reading, vocab review, draft writing), and preview the next session.
What Sets Me Apart as a Tutor:
I tailor lessons precisely to each student's goals, pace, and interests—no cookie-cutter plans.
I blend academic rigor with encouragement, so students improve while building confidence.
I have a knack for making complex literary or linguistic concepts accessible and engaging.
I integrate creative thinking, so even test prep or grammar work doesn’t feel dull.
Students learn not just what to say, but how and why—key to strong writing and analysis.
Who the Lessons Are For:
ESL learners from beginner to intermediate to advanced, aiming for fluency, academic English, or standardized tests (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.)
Rates
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- R493
Package rates
- 5h: R2053
- 10h: R3285
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- R493/h
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