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    Learn how to validate Band 7 and higher in the IELTS test

    Do you need to validate the IELTS test for study or work? Let me help. I've trained over 500 students to score Band 7 and higher for the IELTS Academic paper.
    Lessons are targeted on techniques and strategies to help you pass your IELTS, as well as revising necessary grammar and vocabulary.
    Learn how IELTS grades your work, and how to score highly on each part of the test - Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
    You can also choose to focus specifically on one paper.

    Location

    Online via webcam
    At student's location: Around Villeurbanne, France

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    General info

    suitcase iconSkills:
    English as a second language (esl), English for adults, School
    Age:
    Teenagers (13-17 years old)
    Adults (18-64 years old)
    Seniors (65+ years old)
    Student level:
    Intermediate
    Advanced
    Duration:
    60 minutes
    The class is taught in:English, French, Italian

    About Me

    Hello! My name's Tara and I'm originally from England. I've been living in France now for 20 years and before that I was in Italy.
    I'm a professional English teacher (TEFL-certified) with over 20 years' experience. I teach Business and General English, as well as train people for language tests, like IELTS and TOIEC.
    I make tailor-made lessons for all of my students and love to see them progress.
    Whatever your objective is in English, I can help!
    When I'm not teaching, I also write - blog content, short stories, and I recently finished studying UX Writing. I also love sport, and generally like being outside.

    Education

    BA Hons 2:1 in American Studies from Manchester University. I studied American Literature, Politics, Cinema, and History. as well as 2 years of International Relations.

    Experience / Qualifications

    TEFL Certificate, Saxoncourt, London, UK.
    20+ years of teaching individuals and groups.
    Clients include: Boiron, French Tennis Federation, Olympique Lyonnais, Cetelem, and 5 years working with ECAM LaSalle Engineering School.
    You may have a good English level, but when you need to speak, you panic. Let me help! These 30-minute lessons are desiged to help you feel more at ease and confident when speaking English. We'll work on those points which are blocking you - grammar, vocabulary, or simply the fact of speaking! - so that you can communicate more easily.

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    • Instructor since February 2024
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