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Letitia K

43 years old

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Bio

Passionate language tutor with a flair for making learning engaging and accessible. Dedicated to fostering linguistic proficiency through personalised instruction and a supportive environment.

My greatness lies in my passion for language education, combining enthusiasm with a personalised approach to cater to individual learning styles. With a commitment to creating a supportive environment, I empower students to overcome challenges and cultivate linguistic proficiency and make the language learning experience not only effective but also enjoyable.

Education

• Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) (The TEFL Academy) (RQF)
• Bachelor of Arts (UNISA) - cum laude
• Bachelor of Honours - Applied Linguistics (UNISA) - cum laude

My Proudest
Achievements

• Guided struggling students to achieve improvement in their English proficiency for better academic performance and confidence in their language abilities.
• Successfully prepared multiple students for standardized English exams to open doors to academic and professional opportunities worldwide.

Subjects

  • School Tutoring

Afrikaans

Grade 1 - Grade 11 NSC (Home Language)

Is Afrikaans getting you down? Acquire this West-Germanic language from a native speaker. I can help you improve your reading, writing, spelling, grammar, and comprehension skills.

English

Grade 1 - Grade 11 NSC (First Additional Language)

I have a passion for languages and literature and will provide you with the tools to improve your reading, writing, spelling, grammar, and comprehension skills.

Exam Preparation

Grade 1 - Grade 12

As a dedicated tutor, I focus on student success and personalised study methods. Together, we navigate exam content to ensure thorough understanding and confidence on test day. From the Cornell Method to Spaced Repetition, I have you covered!

Homework

Grade 1 - Grade 12

To conquer homework challenges, I help students tackle assignments with clarity and confidence to foster academic growth and achievement.

  • Language Tutoring

English

Beginner - Advanced

I am a certified TEFL instructor with a cum laude Honours degree in Applied Linguistics. This means that I can help you with all aspects of language acquisition, from reading and writing, fluency, and pronunciation to testing! Yes, from test prep to writing DSATs!

Conversational English

Beginner - Advanced

Choose me as your English tutor because I create a supportive and engaging learning environment where you'll build confidence in your language abilities. As an Applied Linguist, I focus on practical applications of language studies and I have all the tools needed to teach you fluency in English!

  • University Tutoring

Linguistics

First Year - Third Year LIN3701, LIN3702, LIN3703, LIN3704, LIN3705

I have a keen interest in the science behind linguistics. I will help you grasp key concepts such as phonology, semantics, morphology, and pragmatics.

English

First Year ENG1501, ENG1502

Let me help you establish a solid foundation in English Academic Literacy and Language while we improve your understanding of how English is used in different contexts.

SAT

First Year DSAT

Preparing for the digital SAT's Reading and Writing sections is pivotal for college admissions. I guide students to excel in these domains and ensure that they navigate the digital format confidently and attain their desired scores.

Creative Writing

First Year

I provide guidance and feedback to nurture your creativity and better your writing skills. Let us unlock your creative potential with personalised tutoring suited to your unique writing style.

Reviews from others

“excellent”
- Phumeza
“Letitia is well prepared for the lessons and quickly grasps what areas her student is struggling with. She is organized and efficient. And has a lovely way with the student. I highly recommend her.”
- Nicole
“Letitia goes over and beyond what was expected. We are very happy with the progress so far. ”
- Carla
“She was well prepared and had a good grasp of the concepts. ”
- Suhavi
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