Lorie - English tutor - Calgary
1st lesson free
Lorie - English tutor - Calgary

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Lorie

  • Rate £18
  • Response 2h
  • Students

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Lorie - English tutor - Calgary

£18/hr

1st lesson free

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  • English
  • Reading
  • Creative writing

Certified teacher with experience teaching English Language Arts and Social Studies from elementary to middle school.

  • English
  • Reading
  • Creative writing

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About Lorie

I inspire confidence and foster a love of learning through engaging, professional lessons in English and Social Studies for elementary and middle school students. With a background in art and theatre, I bring creativity, energy, and interactive strategies to each session, creating a supportive environment where students feel motivated, valued, and confident in their abilities. I combine clear instruction with personalized guidance, helping learners develop critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills while making every lesson enjoyable and memorable.

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About the lesson

  • Primary
  • Secondary
  • GCSE
  • +9
  • levels :

    Primary

    Secondary

    GCSE

    AS Level

    A Level

    BTEC

    Adult Education

    Undergraduate

    Masters

    Doctorate

    MBA

    Nursery

  • English

All languages in which the lesson is available :

English

My Approach as a Tutor

Teaching Methodology and Techniques
My teaching approach is student-centered, combining clear instruction with guided practice and active learning. I begin by assessing each student’s strengths, needs, and preferred learning style, then adapt lessons accordingly. I use questioning techniques, scaffolding, and real-world examples to make content engaging and relatable. For English, I emphasize reading comprehension, vocabulary, and structured writing skills; for Social Studies, I focus on building critical thinking, historical perspective, and connections between past and present. I also incorporate visual aids, graphic organizers, and interactive activities to help students retain knowledge.

A Typical Lesson Plan

Warm-up/Review (5–10 minutes): Quick review of prior material or a short engaging prompt.

Learning Goal (stated clearly): For example, “Today we will practice writing a persuasive paragraph using strong evidence.”

Instruction and Modeling: I introduce the skill or concept, often demonstrating a sample problem, paragraph, or historical analysis.

Guided Practice: Students work with me step-by-step through activities while I provide immediate feedback.

Independent Practice: Students apply the skill on their own with a short task or exercise.

Reflection/Wrap-Up: We summarize key takeaways and set a small goal for next time.

What Sets Me Apart as a Tutor
I create a supportive, encouraging environment where students feel comfortable taking risks and making mistakes as part of learning. I balance structure with flexibility, tailoring lessons to each learner’s pace and interests. I also integrate creativity—such as using storytelling, current events, or visual art connections—so lessons go beyond memorization and spark curiosity. My background in both English, Social Studies, Art and Theatre allows me to weave literacy into content learning, strengthening skills across subjects.

Who the Lessons Are For
My lessons are designed for elementary through middle school students (roughly grades 3–9). I support a wide range of learners, from students who need extra help building foundational skills to those who want enrichment and extension. I also work with students who may struggle with focus, confidence, or organization, helping them build strategies for academic success.

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Rates

Rate

  • £18

Pack prices

  • 5h: £92
  • 10h: £185

online

  • £18/h

free lessons

The first free lesson with Lorie will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

  • 30mins

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