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catymcd

Native language:: English

Total orders:: 6330

Nationality:: United Kingdom

Residence:: United Kingdom

Skills

Exam Preparation
Business English
Teaching License
British English

Certifications: I have five years' experience teaching in UK schools and experience teaching English in French schools. I hold a TEFL qualification. I currently work as an English teacher in France, offering written and oral lessons in person or over Skype. I have a university degree in French and German.
Announcements: * Please note that I am on leave for a few days and will return on Tuesday 3rd May. Thank you * I really enjoy working for IDIY as an English teacher. I am passionate about languages and respect and admire the enthusiasm and dedication of Japanese learners, who I find to be polite, thoughtful, determined, and hard-working. I return my orders within 12 hours, and often much sooner. I know how frustrating it can be to wait for a corrected document when you have deadlines to meet, so I always aim to return a very natural-sounding version of your writing, taking time over detail and with consideration for your audience and the nature of your document. I have a few regular customers with whom I enjoy exchanging short messages in the message box. I love to learn about Japanese culture and very much hope to visit Japan one day. I would love to be able to help you with your English! Best wishes, Catherine
Hobbies/Travel: My hobbies are running, cycling, walking and cooking. I also love to travel and experience different cultures, lifestyles and languages. I have visited Canada, America, South Africa, Thailand, Spain, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Switzerland, Andorra and Holland. I would love to visit Australia, New Zealand and Japan! I also love to spend time with my family and explore France, where we moved to in 2014. I am married with two children, we have two cats and we live in a very beautiful and rural area in the South of France. In July 2021 we will be moving back to England.
Message from the instructor: I pride myself on my accuracy when correcting orders. I love to analyse languages and understand the etymology of words. I aim to correct orders in the most natural style possible so that you can learn to write and speak English as a native speaker.

kenji1210

Thank you!

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nara

Dear Catherine, Thank you very much for your correction! The other day, I attended a meeting. I literally had no idea what they were talking about. So I couldn't help falling asleep. Now I'm worried if they have a bad impression of me. Again, thank you very much for your help. Best regards, Ayako Nara

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kenji1210

Thank you!

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kenji1210

Thank you!

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kenji1210

Dear Catherine I always thank you for your advice. When I wrote "a tiring thing", I mean something that makes me tired and annoyed. I should have chosen the word "annoying". Warm regards Kenji

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kenji1210

Thank you!

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satoshi2018

Dear Catymcd, I'm always appreciate with your quick response. I don't know "Papa Mama firmers" is correct or not. I intendet to say that most of all agricultures are familiy-owned, family-run, small mom-pop businesses. Have a nice weekend. Best regards, Satoshi

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satoshi2018

Dear Catherine, Thank you for your quick reply. I'm encouraged a lot. Have a nice day. Best regards, Satoshi

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riechika

Dear Teacher catymcd, Thank you again for editing. I learned some expressions I never thought of. I really appreciate it. Look forward to seeing your edit again soon. Sincerely yours, Rieko

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nara

Dear Catherine, Thank you for your correction and message! I have a classmate from English conversation school who is doing a volunteer work for an NPO that supports family members of cancer patients. It's natural for her to mention her husband's death or friends' death, although I don't know what to say. Someday when we get along with each other, I really want to ask her what kind of comments are supposed to be said. Thank you for forgiving my "fake writing"! Best regards, Ayako Nara

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anduunori

Thank you ! I'll try again soon. I'll keep practicing.

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rokop3

Dear Teacher catymcd, Thank you very much for your good correction and kind message. Your message well encouraged me to keep continuing writing challenging essays. Please keep in touch^^ Best regards, Hiroko

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kiki1

Thank you for correcting carefully. I will do my best.

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hacchi

Thank you . I will request you again.

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satoshi2018

Dear Catherine, Thank you for your quick edit. I meant that I usually contact with shareholder to discuss construtive opinions. The discussion should be interactive. I communicate with the shareholders, then communicate with my company, and react to my shareholders. One of my missions is to communicate with our shareholders "in" both directions for bright future. Best regards, Satoshi

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