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Susan

Susan

Native language:
English
Total orders:
1426
Nationality:
United Kingdom
Residence:
United Kingdom
Skills
  • Exam Preparation
  • Business English
  • Teaching License
  • British English
Certifications
I have a BA (Hons) in English and German Literature, a PCGE in English and Drama, an MA in Education and Linguistics, a second MA in Creative Writing, and a Higher Diploma in Theatre Studies. I am a certified teacher through GTC Scotland. I have an up to date PVG certificate.
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Hobbies/Travel
My passions are reading, writing, theatre and cinema. I go to the cinema or the theatre almost every evening, as I have a blog where I review the many plays and films I have seen. I also enjoy hiking, going to the gym and playing tennis - but I won’t pretend I’m as good at sports as I am at teaching! I enjoy visiting other countries, especially when I have the chance to immerse myself fully in another culture by living and working somewhere new. I have been lucky enough to spend time teaching in the USA and Germany, as well as in the UK. There is so much to explore in our world and I continue to do so! Eight years ago, I moved to Scotland, and I have fallen in love with both its cities and its scenery. It is a beautiful place to live.
Message from the instructor
Hello there! I am a highly-qualified teacher with thirty years’ practical experience (as of 2024). I have taught English and Drama in the UK, the USA and Germany. I love teaching because I like engaging with other people and sharing my passion for the subjects I excel in. I also love learning, and have continued to study throughout my working life. My text correction style can be either drastic or minimal, formal or informal. I am happy to help you with whatever level of feedback you require.
  • ramuza730

    ramuza730

    Thank you.

    ★★★★★
  • Ti

    Ti

    Hi Susan, Thank you for your review. It was difficult for me to express the last sentence in English. But your understanding and comment are right. I think English has more clear subject and verb in a sentence than Japanese. Direct translation from Japanese to English sometimes lack of words. I think the last sentence is one of the examples. Next time I will be care full of this point. Kind regards, Ti

    ★★★★★
  • ast165

    ast165

    Dear Ms. Susan, Thank you very much for your clear and detailed explanation as always. Just reading your explanation and alternative sentences always enrich my vocabulary, such as ‘advocating’ and ‘flourish’. Using determiners and plurals is always difficult for me, but with your constant support, I’ve started to understand. Also, your comment that native speakers seldom use SNS was surprising. I’ll be careful. Thank you for your support again! Best Regards, Ast165

    ★★★★★
  • Yuika2013

    Yuika2013

    Thank you for correcting my mistakes.

    ★★★★★
  • Ti

    Ti

    Hi Susan, Thank you for your review. I enjoyed and learned to find many natural English writing. They are excellent for my to know. I am looking forward to working with you again. Ti

    ★★★★★
  • ast165

    ast165

    Thank very much for your clear, detailed explanations, as always! I found this topic quite difficult, as I needed to explain an abstract and foreign idea to non-Japanese readers. Thanks to your correction, I could understand how the choice of singular or plural , such as 'the Japanese' or 'Japanese people', would make difference in meaning. Your suggestion to use 'renowned' and 'cultivated' will be really useful in my future writing. Also, some phrases you taught me, such as ' place great value on ~' were new to me . You always help me to enrich my vocabulary , which I appreciate the most! Thank you again, and I'm looking forward to working you again soon! Ast165

    ★★★★★
  • Yuka.Bleu

    Yuka.Bleu

    Dear Ms Susan, Thank you very much for your really helpful feedback and also your answers! I understand how I could have expressed better and I learned many new expressions. I hope we will be able to throw a party like this soon! Please take care.

    ★★★★★
  • Makotk

    Makotk

    Hi Susan, Thank hou so much for your correction again!!!

    ★★★★★
  • ast165

    ast165

    Thank you very much again for your precise explanation of how to use determiners and auxiliaries effectively! I am also grateful for your suggestions of more appropriate words which have enriched my vocabulary. It is always surprising that your alterations can perfectly convey my initial intention! I’m looking forward to working with you again soon! Ast165

    ★★★★★
  • pleiades49053

    pleiades49053

    Thank you for being a good tutor. Your advice is really accurate and helpful. I will keep working.

    ★★★★★
  • citronfleur

    citronfleur

    Thank you as always. This champagne fragrance has a light smell and its last note is fruity, so It's good as a room spray. Wow, I should be careful more about spelling. Also, I have to practice such similar words to speak correctly.

    ★★★★★
  • NORIKO_TSUBO

    NORIKO_TSUBO

    Dear Susan, Thank you for the feedback. Your comments on the corrections are clear, and suggested alternatives are very helpful. Looking forward to leaning from you again. Best, Noriko

    ★★★★★
  • citronfleur

    citronfleur

    Thank you for your feedback. I agree that she's hoping to get more sweets!

    ★★★★★
  • pluot42304

    pluot42304

    I sincerely thank you for your correcting my sentences. I understood your correction and expression well ,and it encourages me to study English more. Thank you!

    ★★★★★
  • ast165

    ast165

    Thank you very much for you clear explanations and variety of alterations as always! Just reading your comments for each sentence will help me to improve my grammatical knowledge. I’ m really looking forward to working with you again soon! Ast165

    ★★★★★

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