Here is a list of common questions about my tutoring service:

Do you teach one-on-one or in groups?
I teach one-on-one.

How long have you been tutoring?
I have been tutoring for over 30 years. Please go to about Sarah for more information about me.

Who do you tutor?
I help adults (18 years and older) who are professionals, language school students, international students, permanent residents, and others. I have helped students from many countries in the world.

What levels do you tutor?
I specialize in intermediate and advanced learners. I do not tutor beginners, as they don’t have the knowledge that is necessary to benefit from my lessons. If you aren’t sure what level you are, please contact me so that I can give you a grammar and vocabulary test to assess your level.

What do you tutor?
I usually tutor everyday English, business/professional English, academic English, and preparation for tests such as the CELPIP, Duolingo, and IELTS.* I specialize in improving my students’ speaking and writing. However, as English skills are interconnected, you can also improve your listening, reading, grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, phrasal verbs, and idioms during my lessons. I also offer special lessons on phrasal verbs for high-intermediate and advanced learners.

How much do your lessons cost?
I have three types of lessons: Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3. Type 1 lessons, which I don’t prepare for (so you choose the content, but with my help), are $25/hour (student) and $30/hour (regular).** Type 2 lessons, which include 30 minutes of preparation and a one-hour lesson, are $35/hour (student) and $40/hour (regular). Type 3 lessons, which include one hour of preparation and a one-hour lesson, are $45/hour (student) and $50/hour (regular). Please see speaking and writing for more information.

I also offer special phrasal verbs lessons for $35/hour (student) and $40/hour (regular), which include a one-hour lesson and 30 minutes of preparation.  Please go to phrasal verbs for more information.

How can I pay for lessons?
Payments are made via e-transfer (within Canada) as well as via Wise or PayPal (with your own free PayPal account or a credit card) internationally.

When do you tutor?
My schedule is from 12 pm to 9 pm AST/ADT (Atlantic Standard Time/Atlantic Daylight Time), Monday to Friday, which  is UTC−3  or UTC−4, depending on the time of year. I also work on Saturday from 12 pm to 6 pm. Please click here for a time zone conversion website. Halifax, where I live, is listed as Canada – Nova Scotia – Halifax.

Where do you tutor?
I tutor online from my home office.  I find online lessons more convenient, private, and, most importantly, effective than in-person lessons.

What happens during the first free lesson?
During the first free lesson (about one hour), I will ask you some questions about yourself, including your English difficulties and goals.  We will also talk about the content and lesson type of future lessons.  As well, I will give you feedback on your English and tips on how to improve your English besides tutoring.  You may also ask any questions you have.

There is no pressure to continue after the free lesson, because it is important that you feel comfortable with me and my style.

How long is each lesson?
I recommend that you choose lessons that are 1 hour or 1.5 hours. Because tutoring is more intensive than language school classes, I do not usually recommend longer lessons. However, longer lessons are possible, especially if you need short-term tutoring (one month or less).

How many lessons should I take each week?
I usually recommend one to three lessons per week. However, if you need short-term tutoring (one to four weeks), more lessons are possible.

How long should I study with you?
How long you want tutoring is up to you. Some of my students have worked with me for six months or more, while others need only a week or two of intensive tutoring.

For more information or a free lesson (one hour), please email Sarah at esltutor500(at)gmail(dot)com or call (leave a message)/text 1 (902) 452-5557.