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IELTS Coach | GCSE | General English | Tailored Exam Preparation
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Achieve your target IELTS score with expert guidance on all exam sections, tailored strategies, and personalized feedback to ensure success.

IELTS Examination Preparation

⁕ Understanding Structure and Format
⁕ Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking
⁕ Vocabulary and Grammar
⁕ Practice Tests & Mock Exams
⁕ Tips & Strategies
⁕ Feedback & Correction
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Laptop or iPad
Location
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Online from United Kingdom
About Me
I help students improve their IELTS scores, prepare for international examinations, and become confident English speakers through structured, personalised lessons. Over the past fourteen years, I have taught in Thailand and China, and I now work online with students from around the world, specialising in IELTS preparation, SAT English, GCSE, IB English, and general English.

I have worked with learners of all ages and levels, from beginners to advanced students, helping them improve their confidence, fluency, and examination results. My goal is not simply to teach English, but to help each student develop the skills they need to communicate accurately, confidently, and naturally.

I believe that students learn best when lessons are both enjoyable and well structured. By creating a relaxed, supportive atmosphere while maintaining clear goals and high standards, I help students stay motivated and make consistent progress. Whether you are preparing for an important exam or simply want to improve your English for work, study, or everyday life, I tailor every lesson to your individual needs and goals.
Education
Qualifications

• GCSE

• PGCE – Birmingham City University

• TEFL (120 hours)

• B.A. in Marketing and Business Administration

Before beginning my online tutoring career, I taught in both Thailand and China as an ESL teacher in private and international schools. I also provided private tutoring in IELTS, IB English, SAT, and GCSE preparation.
Experience / Qualifications
Qualifications

• GCSE

• PGCE – Birmingham City University

• TEFL (120 hours)

• B.A. in Marketing and Business Administration

I have spent the past fourteen years teaching English abroad, and prior to that, I worked in the corporate sector in teaching and training roles.
Age
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
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60 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Skills
English as a second language (esl)
English for adults
School
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