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Kim L.

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150 hours tutoring

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ESL Speaking, Public Speaking Coach, Grammar and Writing
ESL Speaking, Public Speaking Coach, Grammar and Writing
Kim L.

5.0 (61 ratings)

150 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
5.0 (61 ratings)

150 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Kim

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After more than 20 years teaching English all over the world, I still like helping people write and speak better English! Really. I've got grandmother-type patience and try to make learning fun. We shouldn't be afraid of learning; it should be something to enjoy and be proud of.

We would talk about what you want, write about things that interest you. I think this is the best way--when you want to communicate, you will care more about improving your skills. Please be a serious student, but...

After more than 20 years teaching English all over the world, I still like helping people write and speak better English! Really. I've got grandmother-type patience and try to make learning fun. We shouldn't be afraid of learning; it should be something to enjoy and be proud of.

We would talk about what you want, write about things that interest you. I think this is the best way--when you want to communicate, you will care more about improving your skills. Please be a serious student, but you don't have to be a serious person.

I have taught in China, Yemen, Bahrain, Armenia, Portugal, England, Kuwait, Latvia and Saudi Arabia. I have taught kids, teenagers and adults. Combine this with my acting skills, public speaking talent and the Master's Degree in Teaching ESL, it is a very unique combination.

Let me know what you need and I will meet you in a good place. If you are only available on weekends, that is fine with me. Send me a message!

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Education

- California State University, Sacramento
English
- California State University, Sacramento
Masters

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  • Hourly Rate: $40
  • Rate details: Half hour conversation practice only $20.00
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 12/11/2017

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Business

Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I have been certified by Toastmasters International, won many contests and coached others to be winners in speaking competitions. I can help build confidence and skills particular to American audience expectations. My MA in English/ESL helps with organizing/writing great speeches, too.

Corporate Training

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have a Master's Degree: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, which I earned in 1991.
Proofreading,

Proofreading

I am paid by editors because I can catch tiny problems and big ones as well. Even in grad school, I proofread publications by PhDs as well as hundreds of student essays. I understand tricky punctuation that others don't. I've taught writing at university level in 10 countries for 30 years. I actually enjoy proofreading!
Public Speaking,

Public Speaking

I have been certified by Toastmasters International, won many contests and coached others to be winners in speaking competitions. I can help build confidence and skills particular to American audience expectations. My MA in English/ESL helps with organizing/writing great speeches, too.
Grammar

Elementary Education

Grammar, Vocabulary

English

English,

English

I have many years experience teaching writing, speaking and fun English like Public Speaking and Debates. I have acted, written books, and enjoy public speaking. I can help people improve their confidence with English.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have a Master's Degree: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, which I earned in 1991.
IELTS,

IELTS

I received training at my university and was awarded a certificate. I further trained and worked as an IELTS Examiner for a year and a half in Saudi Arabia.
Proofreading,

Proofreading

I am paid by editors because I can catch tiny problems and big ones as well. Even in grad school, I proofread publications by PhDs as well as hundreds of student essays. I understand tricky punctuation that others don't. I've taught writing at university level in 10 countries for 30 years. I actually enjoy proofreading!
Public Speaking,

Public Speaking

I have been certified by Toastmasters International, won many contests and coached others to be winners in speaking competitions. I can help build confidence and skills particular to American audience expectations. My MA in English/ESL helps with organizing/writing great speeches, too.
Writing,

Writing

I have a BA and MA in English. I have helped many people learn to write better over 27 years of teaching. It can be simple and fun to improve their writing.
Grammar, Literature, TOEFL, Vocabulary

Homeschool

English,

English

I have many years experience teaching writing, speaking and fun English like Public Speaking and Debates. I have acted, written books, and enjoy public speaking. I can help people improve their confidence with English.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have a Master's Degree: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, which I earned in 1991.
Writing

Writing

I have a BA and MA in English. I have helped many people learn to write better over 27 years of teaching. It can be simple and fun to improve their writing.

Language

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have a Master's Degree: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, which I earned in 1991.
IELTS,

IELTS

I received training at my university and was awarded a certificate. I further trained and worked as an IELTS Examiner for a year and a half in Saudi Arabia.
TOEFL

Most Popular

English,

English

I have many years experience teaching writing, speaking and fun English like Public Speaking and Debates. I have acted, written books, and enjoy public speaking. I can help people improve their confidence with English.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have a Master's Degree: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, which I earned in 1991.
Writing

Writing

I have a BA and MA in English. I have helped many people learn to write better over 27 years of teaching. It can be simple and fun to improve their writing.

Other

ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I have a Master's Degree: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, which I earned in 1991.

Special Needs

Speech

Speech

10 Years Toastmasters International training and leadership. Founded a club in Kuwait. Public speaking/training in many in universities and other settings in 9 different countries. Classroom teaching for 30 years.

Summer

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I have a Master's Degree: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, which I earned in 1991.
Writing

Writing

I have a BA and MA in English. I have helped many people learn to write better over 27 years of teaching. It can be simple and fun to improve their writing.

Test Preparation

IELTS,

IELTS

I received training at my university and was awarded a certificate. I further trained and worked as an IELTS Examiner for a year and a half in Saudi Arabia.
TOEFL

Examples of Expertise

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Ratings and Reviews

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IELTS Spreaking practice

Kim is a great teacher for IELTS. I am very impressed on Kim not only fixing my speaking approach but tackling my speaking towards IELTS speaking. Sentence connectors and vocabularies are what I will need to improve for my speaking. Kim was very patience in listening to my English and corrected them wonderfully. I'll need to practice more according to her amazing advices.

Sasitorn, 1 lesson with Kim

Excellent public speaking coach!

Kim is an excellent speaking coach offering many tips and tricks that will immediately boost your self-confidence and speaking abilities. Her lessons are fun and well-structured and include various exercises to improve your skills.

David, 12 lessons with Kim

Excellent tutor

My son loves working with Kim on improving his essays. Kim is knowledgable, patient, and flexible. Thanks to Kim, my son is becoming a more confident writer. Highly recommend!

Steffi, 8 lessons with Kim

Excellent teacher

Kim was wonderful and patient with my son…. He really liked her teaching… Would highly recommend her to anyone… she’s is great to work with and cool as well….

NK, 1 lesson with Kim

Knowledgeable, smart and patient tutor.

Kim taught me how to write in a perfect way . I love her manner of teaching and I am sure I will be very good with her. My advice to all is to start tutor with Kim and everyone will see the results. She is amazing.

Rana, 1 lesson with Kim
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