Trevor Sie
Engaging, fun, smart, curious, and a good listener for what you say and might not say that might help your needs
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Trevor Sie
Masters degree
/ 55 min
Trevor - Know your english tutor
As an experienced ESL tutor with a Master's degree and over 6 years of teaching expertise, I specialize in a wide array of ESL classes. From teaching English reading to hobby English, conversational English, and even academic writing. I cover most topics. My specialties include accent coaching, real-world application including English for academic and career purposes. I aim to adjust my lesson planning to each individual's needs and goals. I work with students of all levels, from beginners and young learners to advance level and also adults too! I am excited to offer you a safe space where you can feel comfortable to learn and get the feedback you need. I also believe sessions need to be fun and engaging in order for you to make progress. I offer tailored guidance, test prep strategies, and visual learning aids to ensure every student excels. Homework help? You got it. Writing assistance or enhance English pronunciation, I can manage it. If you are looking for an online tutor who can make ESL learning enjoyable and impactful, I got you. Let me know how I can help, and I'll do my best for your and your learning goals!
Trevor graduated from University of Manitoba
English tutor specialities
Writing assistance
Homework help
Grammar fundamentals
Listening skill
Real world application
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15-days refund
Free tutor swap
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1-yr validity
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Student types for english classes
ESL for beginners
ASD
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Home schooled
Learning Disabilities
ESL for adults
ESL for intermediate
ESL for kids
ESL for advanced
English classes overview
My teaching approach revolves around interactive and engaging classes tailored to enhance students' language skills and interests. I specialize in English for academic writing, speaking, pronunciation, vocabulary, and likely more. By combining practice, vocabulary building, and grammar-focused lessons, I create a dynamic learning environment to best encourage your expressive and speaking skills too. I leveage a variety of online tools like Google Suite, Zoom, an dinteractive whiteboards to deliver personalized tutoring experiences. My methodology focuses on online learning, ensuring that students actively participate and practice their English skills. With a curriculum designed to cater to ESL learners of all levels, I can effectively meet the diverse needs of over 100 students. At the same time, I take an interest in each of my students so they can feel significant and connected and not alone or disoriented in their learning outcomes and life experience!
English tutor also teaches
English Reading
English Grammar & Vocabulary
English Pronunciation & Accent
Conversational English
Travel English
Hobby English
ESL concepts taught by Trevor
The Student and Tutor practiced giving travel recommendations using imperative forms like "You should" and "You really need to," and incorporated the imperfect tense. They worked on pronunciation of specific words and clarified grammar related to articles and prepositions. The Tutor committed to providing resources for common conversational starters for the next class.
Crafting Recommendations in English
Pronunciation Clinic: Tricky English Sounds
Mastering Travel Verbs and Prepositions
Strategies for Conversational Fluency and Pausing
Describing Past Experiences with the Imperfect Tense
Understanding Countable vs. Uncountable Nouns
The Student and Tutor practiced English pronunciation, specifically focusing on past tense verbs ending in '-ed' where the suffix sounds like 't'. The Student read through numerous example sentences, receiving immediate feedback and correction on challenging sounds. The Tutor encouraged the Student to continue practicing these specific verb endings to improve clarity in spoken English.
Pronunciation of Past Simple -ed Endings (T-Sound)
The Importance of Clear Pronunciation for Communication
Distinguishing Tricky Consonant Sounds (Z
CH
SH)
Vocabulary Expansion Through Contextual Learning
The Student and Tutor engaged in an English as a Second Language (ESL) session, focusing on improving grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. They reviewed distinctions between adjective forms, the correct usage of determiners, and practiced common American English expressions like 'You bet.' The class also included a grammar exercise on past tenses and targeted pronunciation drills, with plans to address prepositions in the next session.
-ed vs. -ing Adjectives for Describing Feelings & Situations
Mastering 'Whole' and 'Entire' vs. 'All (of the)'
Decoding Common American English Expressions: 'You Bet' & 'Oh My God'
Tackling Tricky Pronunciations: 'S' Clusters & Vowel Sounds
Mastering Past Tense Regular Verbs: The '-ed' Ending
Navigating Articles (a/an/the) in Common English Phrases
The Student and Tutor engaged in an English speaking practice session, discussing the Student's recent trip to New York City. The session focused on refining grammar, particularly the correct usage of -ed and -ing adjectives, and expanding vocabulary for descriptive language. They concluded by discussing the Student's interest in increasing class frequency for more practice.
Adjectives Ending in -ed vs. -ing
Simple Past vs. Imperfect Past: Ongoing Actions
Expanding Vocabulary: Describing Energy with "Vibrant"
Common Conversational Responses: Alternatives to "You're Welcome"
Understanding "Pace" and "Overwhelming"
Pronunciation Practice: "Fifth Avenue"
The Tutor and Student engaged in an extensive icebreaker session, sharing details about their personal histories, cultural backgrounds, hobbies, and current interests. This discussion was designed to enable the Tutor to create more personalized and relevant ESL scripts and conversational topics for the Student in future lessons, particularly in light of upcoming travel and scheduling adjustments.
Student Profile: Marc's Cultural & Personal Foundation
Interests & Passions: Music
Tech
Design
Travel
Language Learning & Cultural Connection
Impact of AI on Work & Life
Flexible Learning & Global Scheduling
The Student and Tutor focused on American English pronunciation, specifically refining the 'R' sound using new techniques like the "turtle" analogy for tongue positioning. They practiced the 'R' in initial, medial, and final word positions through various examples and then applied these skills by reading a dialogue text. The Student will continue practicing the 'R' sound, and the Tutor will provide additional exercises for their next session.
The Bunched R Technique: "Turtle Head" Analogy
The Retroflex R Technique & "Golden Rule"
Mastering the American R in Word Positions
Practical tools used in english classes
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Game based learning tools
Interactive quizzes
Writing prompts
Grammar practice
Dynamic english lessons
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Pets are welcomed
Note taking
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