Do you need to improve your English or prepare for an important exam like IELTS or CELPIP?

I’m a CELTA‑certified English instructor with 20+ years of experience helping adult learners prepare for high‑stakes exams and improve clarity and confidence. If you want a higher band score or more natural English, I’ll help you build a realistic, focused plan.

Services

Articles & Resources

I write practical articles to help students understand the exam process and improve real‑world communication.

• How IELTS speaking is scored — What examiners are really listening for.
• Common writing errors that lower your band — Fix the mistakes that appear most often.
• What Band 7 Is Really Listening For – Find out what to focus on to improve your score.
• Handling unfamiliar vocabulary — Strategies for staying calm and clear.
• IELTS and Speech Pathology – Learning how to “fix” your errors based on practical exercises.
• CELPIP task strategy basics — A simple framework for each section.
• The Band 6 to 7 Diagnostic Checklist – A simple checklist to follow to see where you can improve (if you need to!)
• Pronunciation is NOT Accent – Clarifying the role of accent in the scoring of pronunciation.

About

My background includes advanced academic training (BA, MA) with a strong focus on language structure, grammar, and writing. I also speak Mandarin Chinese, which can be especially helpful for Chinese‑speaking students preparing for IELTS or CELPIP.

This is a good fit if you need a specific IELTS or CELPIP score for immigration, work, or study, feel stuck and want clearer direction, or prefer structured guidance over generic practice.