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Kattay

Native language:: English

Total orders:: 395

Nationality:: United Kingdom

Residence:: United Kingdom

Skills

Exam Preparation
British English
Business English
Beginner
Kids
Advanced
TOEFL
IELTS
EIKEN
TOEIC
Teaching License

Certifications: BA Honours Degree. Postgraduate Certificate and Diploma in Teaching. Master's Degree in Testing. Postgraduate Diplomas in Careers Guidance, Education & Counselling
Announcements: I have lived in nine different countries around the world and have travelled extensively. I have over 30 years experience of teaching English to all ages as well as all levels (beginners to advanced) in both educational and corporate settings. My background is in testing English and I have written and developed various global tests such as a placement test for young learners for British Council and Tests of English for Seafarers, Offshore workers and also Cruise Ship staff. I have also co-authored an English E-learning course for Engineers (basic level) and carried out proof reading and editing work for Maritime training organisations. I'm a fully qualified careers guidance counsellor and provide young people with guidance and motivational life coaching support.
Hobbies/Travel: I enjoy travelling, particularly to places off the beaten track and I’m also passionate about arts and crafts and helping to support local artists, particularly in developing countries. I'm really interested in knitting, embroidery and sashiko, a Japanese technique used to repair garments. It's an artform that has become incredibly popular in the UK. I also like to spend time doing knitwear design & upholstery. I am a keen gardener and also enjoy leisure activities such as hiking and swimming. I like football and I’m a season ticket holder for Burnley Football Club, a small club in the Premier League, so I try to attend as many home games as possible.
Message from the instructor: Hi there! I love writing and I'm looking forward to working with you! It's great to have the chance to read through your ideas and opinions about different topics and images and provide feedback on your English writing. I have a background in teaching, assessment and test development and so will have a clear understanding of your individual, English language level and ability. My aim is to help you further progress in your English writing skills by correcting, giving feedback and suggesting different ways of saying things in order to communicate effectively. Writing in another language can also be enriching; it can help clarify thoughts and emotions as well as enhance and access career opportunities.

wakaran

Thank you for your feedback. Your explanations were easy to follow, and the alternative phrases you offered me were very useful!

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toshi1984

Dear Katty, Thank you for correcting my English sentences. Your explanation is clear and educationally. So, I could understand the points I made mistakes. Best regards.

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mashroom

Dear Kattay, I appreciate your advice. Now, in Japan, Spring has been almost over, and although now is May yet(generally, summer in Japan is from July to August ), but I am feeling summer is coming day by day. Have a lovely weekend. Best regards, Mashroom

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mashroom

Dear Kattay, I appreciate your advice! Have a good this week! Best regards, Mashroom

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makomako2023

Thank you for your feedback. Your explanation is clear and understandable.

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mashroom

Dear Kattay, I am grateful for your support! Have a nice week. Best regards, Mashroom

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ana0324masa

Thank you very much.

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orange60387

Thank you for your helpful corrections. Your explanation of the Present Perfect tense is very clear to me. I appreciate it. And I appreciate your message as well. I’m looking forward to seeing you again in IDIY. Have a nice day!

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mashroom

Dear Kattay, I appreciate your advice. Have a wonderful weekend. Best regards, Mashroom

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mashroom

Dear Kattay, I appreciate your advice! Enjoy the weekend, you too! Best regards, Mashroom

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mashroom

Dear Kattay, How was your holidays? I appreciate our advice! Have a nice rest of this week. Mashroom

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Kcomcom

Thank you for your work!

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moriyan4950

Thank you for correcting. I'll keep up my great work!

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Kcomcom

Thank you!

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mashroom

Dear Kattay, I am grateful for your advice. In Japan, it have been very hot these days, too. Have a wonderful summer! Mashroom

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