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Experienced Writing Teacher, Applications Coach, Fulbright Recipient
Karina L.

5.0 (219 ratings)

631 hours tutoring

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I'm one of those people who truly enjoys writing and helping others improve their writing skills! I completed a writing-intensive masters degree program in economics and international relations, as well as a full course load of AP and IB classes in high school. I have aided numerous students in achieving their academic and professional goals, whether that is obtaining scholarships such as the Fulbright or acceptance into university. Additionally, I was an elementary English teacher and a high...

I'm one of those people who truly enjoys writing and helping others improve their writing skills! I completed a writing-intensive masters degree program in economics and international relations, as well as a full course load of AP and IB classes in high school. I have aided numerous students in achieving their academic and professional goals, whether that is obtaining scholarships such as the Fulbright or acceptance into university. Additionally, I was an elementary English teacher and a high school ESL, philosophy, and speech and debate teacher overseas. Confidence is the greatest hurdle, so my main goal is to improve your confidence and equip you with the tools that you need to succeed independently. I'm a personable and energetic teacher!

Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions or want to go ahead and schedule a lesson. I'm really looking forward to helping you!

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Education

Emory University
International Relations
University of Oklahoma
Masters
CELTA - University of Cambridge
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  • Licensed teacher

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  • Hourly Rate: $40
  • Rate details: Cancellation fee is $25 if less than 24-hour notice. Group rate is an additional 50% per student.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 1/12/2020

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

ACT English

ACT English

I have helped numerous students improve their ACT English score over the past 10 years. Classes focus on taking sample ACT tests. We would also discuss the patterns that typically occur on tests.
Bible Studies

Bible Studies

I have been a Christian since 1994 and am deeply familiar with the Bible. I led Bible studies to small groups of church members as well as simply those people who were interested in learning more about the Bible for two years while in graduate school. I also worked at a Christian international school for two years and substituted for the daily Bible classes. I read the Bible in my personal time and would be happy to teach it as well!
Career Development

Career Development

I worked at an international high school for 2 years and assisted high school seniors with their college admissions applications. This involved guiding them in figuring out what path they would like to take in terms of their career. I also reviewed resumes and coached adults in preparing for job interviews for the past 6 years while working in Taiwan and remotely as well.
College Counseling

College Counseling

While I was working in administration for an American high school overseas, I assisted high school students with their college applications. I gave guidance on college application essays - proofreading and editing for content - ultimately resulting in students getting accepted to universities in North Carolina, Texas, and the Netherlands.
English

English

I've been teaching English since 2012, as a middle school and high teacher and also as an online teacher to college students and professionals. I truly enjoy writing and encouraging others to express themselves through written words. As a graduate student, I have written numerous academic papers and received top marks. I have had several years of experience tutoring students in English literature and writing. My goal is to help you convey yourself succinctly but accurately through words.
ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I have been teaching English for more than three years: one year at elementary schools in Taiwan and two years in Hungary. I currently have a TESOL certification and I expect to complete my CELTA certification by August. While overseas, I have tutored adults part-time after my school work hours. I enjoy helping my students build their confidence while speaking and writing in the English language.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I completed an International Baccalaureate program, which was writing intensive. For my bachelor's and master's degrees, nearly all of my classes were writing intensive, which included several short and long essays that I completed for each class. I have more than 15 years of experience writing essays for academic purposes.
Hungarian

Hungarian

My parents are Hungarian and I grew up speaking Hungarian at home. I also lived in Hungary for four years total, conversing in Hungarian on a daily basis. I tested at the C1 level in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
IELTS

IELTS

I taught one year of an IELTS preparation class in China. I have a CELTA certification, which is a TESOL Certificate in English Language Teaching for Adults from the University of Cambridge. Both the IELTS exam and CELTA use British English, and I am trained in helping students improve their English language abilities in order to pass these kind of exams.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I have been helping students proofread their college entrance essays, scholarship applications, academic writing assignments, and masters theses for more than five years. I have assisted both online and in person. I am a meticulous editor and proofreader!
TOEFL

TOEFL

I have been tutoring students taking English placement tests for more than three years. TOEFL is the primary test that students hoping to work or study in the USA take. I would be happy to assist you with studying for the TOEFL!
Writing

Writing

I've been teaching writing since 2012, as a middle school and high teacher and also as an online teacher to college students and professionals. I truly enjoy writing and encouraging others to express themselves through written words. As a graduate student, I have written numerous academic papers and received top marks. In my professional career, I was responsible for promoting our nonprofit organization through writing while working on the marketing team.

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Excellent Tutor

Karina is tutoring my daughter's 4th grade ELA (writing & rhetoric). She is very knowledgeable and well prepared for the lesson. My daughter has been enjoying her work. We are looking forward to many more sessions with Karina!

Yan, 35 lessons with Karina

Excellent Tutor

Karina is tutoring my daughter's 4th grade ELA (writing & rhetoric). She is very knowledgeable and well prepared for the lesson. My daughter has been enjoying her work. We are looking forward to many more sessions with Karina!

Yan, 35 lessons with Karina

Excellent Tutor

Karina is tutoring my daughter's 4th grade ELA (writing & rhetoric). She is very knowledgeable and well prepared for the lesson. My daughter has been enjoying her work. We are looking forward to many more sessions with Karina!

Yan, 35 lessons with Karina

Patient and great tutor

Karina is a fantastic tutor and one that I would highly recommend. Karina was great tutoring my daughter with FSA writing test. She is very patient, Thank you!

Wei, 25 lessons with Karina

Excellent Tutor

Karina is tutoring my daughter's 4th grade ELA (writing & rhetoric). She is very knowledgeable and well prepared for the lesson. My daughter has been enjoying her work. We are looking forward to many more sessions with Karina!

Yan, 35 lessons with Karina

Excellent Tutor

Karina is tutoring my daughter's 4th grade ELA (writing & rhetoric). She is very knowledgeable and well prepared for the lesson. My daughter has been enjoying her work. We are looking forward to many more sessions with Karina!

Yan, 35 lessons with Karina

Excellent Tutor

Karina is tutoring my daughter's 4th grade ELA (writing & rhetoric). She is very knowledgeable and well prepared for the lesson. My daughter has been enjoying her work. We are looking forward to many more sessions with Karina!

Yan, 35 lessons with Karina

Excellent tutor

Karina was engaging and thoughtful for lessons with my kids as well as for me. Lessons were on point and time went very quickly. She is well organized and knew the material exceptionally well.

Alexander, 57 lessons with Karina

Excellent Tutor

Karina is tutoring my daughter's 4th grade ELA (writing & rhetoric). She is very knowledgeable and well prepared for the lesson. My daughter has been enjoying her work. We are looking forward to many more sessions with Karina!

Yan, 35 lessons with Karina

Great, knowledgable, and patience tutor

I am glad to have Karina as my tutor. She helped me to make my essays much more compelling and attractive. Additionally, she also listened to my concerns, gave me some suggestions to improve my future writing. High recommended!

Joey, 2 lessons with Karina
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