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English writing help for Sven, preparing for the national exam

Sven is working hard on English writing but can't afford a tutor; 1 hours a week until the national would help enormously.

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Sara Lotte Hoekstra
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Haarlem
My younger brother, Sven, is 13 and in Grade 11. Sven loves school but English writing has been a struggle since the school was closed during the strikes. The national exam is in September. We can't afford a private tutor, and the school's free sessions are full. We're looking for a volunteer who could spend one or two hours a week, in person in Haarlem or online, for about twenty weeks. Sven is polite, hardworking and eager. We have a quiet space and a laptop for online sessions. I'll always be at home for in-person sessions. If you're a teacher, student or professional who feels comfortable in English writing, you could change the course of Sven's year. Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
effort
1–2 hours a week
format
In person in Haarlem
skills
teaching, patience, subject knowledge

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  • Mariana Elaine Tavares 🇧🇷 Photo verified

    I live about 17 km from Haarlem. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need.

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  • thanks for sharing this. I hope things turn around soon. Blessings

    • You're not alone, Sara. As a teacher I love seeing someone work this hard to learn. Put this on a community board in Eldoret this morning. Blessings.

      • Thinking of you and your family, Sara. Hope you get there. After 26 years in public service I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Take care.

        • hang in there, Sara. Shared it with a few friends. Love from Likoni

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