![]() If your first language isn't English, it can be difficult to express your "true self" in the language, but it gets much easier with practice and persistence! If you are an advanced level student, we'll also work on idiomatic language and cultural references. Overall, my lessons are low-stress and conversational yet always focused on results. When we learn new vocabulary, we practice by talking about interesting and memorable topics. When we practice grammar structures, we do it in contexts that are meaningful and useful. In my lessons, I help clients to learn, retain, and USE new information. If this describes you, I can help! I've lived internationally for much of my adult life, and I completely understand all of the wonderful experiences, as well as the challenges, that come with communicating in an international setting. ![]() Their goals often include things like better communication for business, making social connections, or simply making day-to-day life in a new country easier. Many of my students work for international companies or have relocated (or plan to relocate) for work or study and have an immediate need to improve their English. I've taught in the private sector, in schools, and now privately online. Since 2018 I've been teaching and tutoring English to students across the world. I also handle correction of text, editing, proofreading and ghostwriting, with weekly and monthly rates possible. I have no problem meeting anywhere in Brussels or further afield within the region. I have an extensive knowledge and experience of English grammar and literature, as well as current and past working experience in journalism (Anti-Competition Law and European Policy at the Policy and Regulatory Report) and both European and American politics. Additionally, I also possess Bachelor's degrees in Political Science and History. I have spent my entire childhood and adult life in the United States before completing a master's degree in Political Science and European Politics at KU Leuven. ![]() I have also written, edited or proofread a variety of academic papers, theses, applications, CVs, and other documents for numerous satisfied academic and professional clients. As well, I can provide extensive help and training with the EPSO, IELTS, and TOEFL exams. My past & present clients have included: professionals and politicians from all four major EU institutions, the Belgian government, the UNHCR, and various NGOs, alongside diplomats, doctors, journalists, and engineers, as well as a variety of other professions in addition to traditional students.I have had over 35+ repeat students on Apprentus (which recently changed their algorithm to only display the last six months).Īpproaching from a true native's perspective, I instruct and assist with both educational and business English in a multi-faceted nature covering a wide range of areas including comprehension, conversation, grammar, and situational skills, in addition to working on general language skills and accent training. ![]() *Skype/Zoom available!* I am a native American English speaking instructor, editor, journalist, and legal/policy expert from Florida specializing in instruction, interview and exam prep, consulting and text correction for a wide range of professionals & students across Belgium including in the legal, academic, policy, and other fields. ![]()
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