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Caitlin Y. (her, 31 Years)

Hougang, Singapore

Experienced Preschool English Teacher

Bio

I am an experienced English tutor specializing in preschool English and English as a second language. With a passion for nurturing young learners, I focus on creating engaging and ... Read more

I teach at

  • Online

Teaching option

  • Private Lessons

Online Teaching Languages

  • English
  • Mandarin

  • S$15

    Local Hourly rate

  • $15

    Online Hourly rate
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Subject

  • English

Additional Skills

  • ESL
  • IELTS
  • Oral Expression
  • Speaking English

Academic Levels

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  • Primary 1 (P1)
  • Primary 2 (P2)
  • Primary 3 (P3)
  • Primary 4 (P4)
  • Pre Primary
  • Primary 5 (P5)
  • Primary 6 (P6)

Educational Qualification

Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics

The University of Western Australia

  • Australia
  • 2015

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Questions for You

Q: What is your approach to teaching writing, and how do you help students develop their writing skills?

By sharing samples and aid in idea generation to help students have a clearer understanding of what they want to write, then teach relevant vocabulary and structure to writing.

Q: How do you help students with grammar, spelling, and punctuation?

With consistent practice as well as visual obervations on mouth movements for clearer pronunciation and enunciation.

Q: What is your approach to teaching reading, and how do you help students improve their reading comprehension skills?

Teaching skills on how to pick out key words and highlight important parts of the text to focus on.

Q: How do you help students with literary analysis and critical thinking skills?

Posing questions and reflective exercises.

Q: How do you help students with pronunciation and enunciation?

Teaching phonics and phonology based on British English standards.

Q: How do you help students with public speaking or presentation skills?

Teaching students breathing and posture techniques.

Q: Can you explain complex English grammar rules in simpler terms for easier understanding?

Yes.

Q: How do you motivate students who struggle with the language?

If I am able to, I will communicate with students in their language to make them more comfortable. Also to provide as much support within the lesson, or outside to help them.

Q: Are you familiar with the English curriculum and course requirements at my school?

Yes.

Q: How do you help students prepare for English exams and assignments?

Work on and correct practice papers.

Q: How do you ensure that students are actively engaged during tutoring sessions?

Ensure there is a back and forth conversation and providing ample time and space for students to ask questions and clarify doubts.

Q: Can you help with test-taking strategies for English exams?

Yes.

Q: Are you willing to provide additional practice problems or resources for independent study?

Absolutely.

Q: Are you able to provide assistance with English language certification exams, such as TOEFL or IELTS?

Yes.

Q: Can you provide guidance on choosing appropriate reading materials for improving English language skills?

Yes.

Q: How do you help students with business English skills, such as writing professional emails or conducting meetings in English?

Teach relevant jargon used in that particular industry and its uses.

Q: How do you help students with understanding and applying literary devices in English literature?

Going through each literary device with examples, and getting students to come up with examples to demonstrate understanding.

Q: How do you encourage students to pursue their own writing interests in English?

Start by writing about things they enjoy or to journal/blog.

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