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English Language lessons for all ages and abilities
I can teach English Language and grammar to all ages and abilities. The classes will focus on grammar, sentence structure and communication. However, I will cater to your individual needs. Whether English is your home-lanuage or second language, I ensure you that with my help you will be the most eloquent and well-spoken English speaker.
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At student's location: Around Lansdowne, South Africa









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General info
English as a second language (esl), English for adults, School
Age: | Children (7-12 years old) Teenagers (13-17 years old) Adults (18-64 years old) Seniors (65+ years old) |
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Student level: | Beginner Intermediate Advanced |
Duration: | 60 minutes |
The class is taught in: | English |
About Me
▪ While I identify myself as a creative person, I am also logically minded, and approach any problem with a rational perspective.▪ I thrive working under pressure and find I produce my best work when given many tasks to accomplish.
▪ Responsible, reliable, and tenacious. Enthusiastic, with a strong ability to problem solve.
▪ I enjoy almost any form of work and thrive on acquiring new skills.
▪ I am good with children of all ages.
▪ Excellent people skills, interacting with people of all ages.
▪ Incredibly organised and focussed.
▪ Works very well under pressure.
▪ I always strive for perfection in everything I do.
▪ Proficient language skills, ranging from verbal communication to outstanding writing skills.
▪ Incredible organisation skills — essentially the perfect secretary or PA.
▪ Highly developed creative skills.
▪ Trained singer and actress.
▪ Exceptionally good at tutoring.
▪ I am a keen traveller, from road trips across South Africa to travelling overseas to Europe, and North America.
▪ Learning new skills is incredibly important to me.
▪ I am in all entirety a singer. I have been trained by South Africa’s top vocal
coach, Adele Strombeck, and continue working to improve my craft.
▪ I like to be up to date on current affairs and read most forms of written media, from magazines to newspapers and literary journals.
▪ I am a sociable person and enjoy interacting with people of all ages and backgrounds.
▪ I absolutely love musical theatre and will take any opportunity to participate in it.
▪ I am extremely hard working and love to learn new skills and acquire academic knowledge.
▪ A hobby of mine is studying. There is nothing more fulfilling to me than learning something I didn’t know before.
▪ I love cooking and baking and have done several courses in each.
Education
South African Hellenic Educational and Technical Institute – SAHETI School (2010-2017):Matric results 2017:
Saheti is part of the Independent Education Board
English: 90% achieving in the top 1% of IEB schools.
Mathematical Literacy: 95% achieving in the top 1% of IEB schools. History: 91% achieving in the top 1% of IEB schools.
Life Orientation: 93% achieving in the top 1% of IEB schools. Drama: 89%.
Consumer Studies: 82%.
Advanced Programme English: 78%.
Afrikaans: 73%.
Hellenic Studies (Greek): 88% (externally examined).
School achievements:
In grades 10, 11, and 12 I achieved in the top 10 in my grade academically. I also received the top award for obtaining the highest mark (A and above) in Drama, Consumer Studies, and Mathematical Literacy in grades 10, 11 and 12. In matric, I received the runner up award for obtaining the second-highest mark (A and above) in History. In grades 10, 11, and 12 I obtained 7 distinctions.
I received full colours for academics and performing arts as well as half colours for drama and choir.
At grade 7 and grade 8 level I competed in the National Eisteddfod and made it to the semi-finals.
Throughout high school, I was in the cheerleading squad and was a captain in grade 11.
At grade 9 level I played Rizzo in the school's production of Grease.
At grade 10 level I played the lead in the school's house plays. The play came second and competed at the Feda festival where I was nominated for best makeup.
In grade 10 I also played Rusty in the school's production of Footloose.
In grade 11 I directed and wrote a house play and won best supporting actress, best actor, most promising actress, best script, the adjudicator's award, and best overall production. My play went to the Feda festival where it was nominated for best actor, best actress, best supporting actress, best script, best production, and best makeup and costumes.
Waterfront Theatre School (2018-2020):
I am currently in my final year of studying a musical theatre course at the Waterfront Theatre School.
My modules include jazz, tap, modern, ballet, vocal training, drama, improvisation, television presenting, emotional and acting technique, context, and musical theatre technique.
When I graduate from the intensive training course, I will receive an internationally recognised Trinity college diploma.
My goal is ultimately to be a successful musical theatre performer on the West End in London.
Experience / Qualifications
Vocal Coaching (2016):I am currently training under Adele Strombeck - “South Africa’s leading vocal coach” as her apprentice.
I have been teaching singing to students for the last 3 years and will take over from Adele when she retires.
Tutoring:
I have been a registered tutor with Entropic Tutors since 2018.
I have tutored students ranging from grade 1-12 level in all subjects. Throughout 2017 I tutored a matric student in history once a week. He achieved an 80% in his final exam and increase by 15% from 2016-2017.
In 2019 I tutored another matric student in history and he attained 93% for his final exam.
I tutored a little girl in grade 5 in all her subjects and helped her go from a D average to an A average in just 7 months.
I currently tutor 8 matric students in preparation for their final exams as well as a grade 5 boy in maths.
I also wrote and sold a history textbook to IEB schools in Johannesburg.
Makeup Course (2015-2016):
In 2016 I completed an online makeup course.
I am fully capable of applying and teaching stage makeup, wedding makeup, everyday makeup, prosthetic makeup.
I can also do facials and body waxes.
Reviews (7)
I just had my first class with Kyra and I'm so happy!
I was terribly nervous but Kyra made the lesson easy and fun. So I got more relaxed and she said I was making a lot of progress.
Looking forward to our next class!
My daughter had a great time and enjoyed her 1st singing lesson with Kyra. She's already excited for her next lesson!
Kyra is a fantastic teacher! She is incredibly knowledgeable and kind, and made me feel comfortable from the first lesson. I have been singing for 8 years and have never felt better (vocally) since my lessons with Kyra. Looking forward to many more lessons in the future!
She is a very amazing teacher and very patienceful as well. Its fun learning with you and I am looking forward to more!!
Kyra was very patient with my 10 year old daughter. She can't wait until the next lesson!
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I am an actress trained in both Meisner and Stanislavski's techniques. I believe that anyone can act when given the correct tools. In this class, you will learn how to construct a performance using technique, repetition, and personal experience. Let's have some fun and learn how to act!
I am a singer, actress, and dancer as well as a singing teacher for all levels. I completed my training at the Waterfront Theatre College. I am also the apprentice of Adele Strombeck who has been named 'South Africa's Leading Vocal Coach.' I have the ability to teach vocal technique in all styles, to all ages and at all levels of proficiency. I have been teaching for 4 years and absolutely love seeing the growth in my students. With my help, your voice will transform in no time!
This is a makeup masterclass that will help you elevate your makeup skills to a new level. I cater to all levels so whether you're a professional or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. We will cover basic skills and specialise in wedding makeup, stage makeup or whatever you choose.
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