Practice English with Melinda

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Melinda

North American Accent
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Expertise: Conversation Practice · Pronunciation · Grammar

Works with: True Beginner · Beginner · Intermediate · Upper Intermediate · Advanced
Also speaks: Arabic (Basic) · Spanish (Basic)
Familiar with: Reading · Writing · Accent Reduction · Listening · Vocabulary · English for Travel · Education · Public Services · IELTS · Other
Expertise: Conversation Practice · Pronunciation · Grammar

Works with: True Beginner · Beginner · Intermediate · Upper Intermediate · Advanced
Also speaks: Arabic (Basic) · Spanish (Basic)
Familiar with: Reading · Writing · Accent Reduction · Listening · Vocabulary · English for Travel · Education · Public Services · IELTS · Other

Hello!

(I only teach Adults, 18 or older) Hello, my name is Melinda and I am from Southern California but I have lived most of my life in Utah. My parents came over to America on a ship from England before I was born. I also lived in England near London for ten months while I was 16. I attended school there which was more like a junior college. In England, they expect you to do a lot of reading out of novels and writing many essays. Proper grammar was a must! Consequently, my skills were developed to a higher standard when I came back to graduate in my senior year of high school. I have always loved to edit papers and help people with their spelling and sentence structure. I love the English language! In addition, I have a keen ear for correct pronunciation in speaking English. During my life, I have had friends from several different countries. Growing up, my best friend was from Mexico. My best friend in England was from India and I had another good friend from Africa. In addition, I had friends at the University of Utah from Saudi Arabia and Syria. I have an adopted cousin from China. I enjoy the beauty of different cultures.

Life is a continual growing and learning experience. This is what I love to be a part of! Each day we can expand our minds and learn something new. I enjoy reading, listening to music, fast walking on my treadmill or outside in good weather. I also love time with my family and friends.

About

Student Preferences

Open to new students

Languages

English (Native: USA Accent)
Arabic (Basic)
Spanish (Basic)

Industry familiarity

📢 Public Services
🏫 Education
Psychology

Interests

🍴 Food
🎶 Music
🌍 Travel
☀️ Health and Wellness
🧐 Philosophy
Psychology, Gardening, World Affairs

Specialties

Teaching Style

My method of teaching is highly adaptable. Each student is different; therefore, I would adjust my teaching to the individual student's needs. I am also results driven and together we would define the goals of the student to see what they want to achieve. I am very patient and give consistent encouragement. I do my best to make it an enriching and enjoyable experience.

Preferred Levels

True Beginner
Beginner
Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced

Language Skills Focus

Conversation Practice
Pronunciation
Grammar
Reading
Writing
Accent Reduction
Listening
Vocabulary
English for Travel

Standardized Test Familiarity

IELTS

Expertise

Other