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Laura Kate
Professional TeacherProfessional Teacher![]()
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Chinese (Mandarin)
Specialties
MedicalTest PreparationFLEXI Certified English Teacher 5+ Experience |IELTS Prep - SPEAKING & WRITING | Dental | Kids
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Chinese (Mandarin)
Specialties
MedicalTest PreparationFLEXI Certified English Teacher 5+ Experience |IELTS Prep - SPEAKING & WRITING | Dental | Kids
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From AustraliaLiving in Shanghai, China (00:08 UTC+08:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jul 5, 2018InterestsEnvironment & NatureFilms & TV SeriesTravelMedical & HealthcareWriting
HI
My name is Laura. I am from Australia, and my husband and I currently live in Shanghai.
我的名字是 Laura。 我是澳大利亚人。我和我的丈夫现在住在上海。
I love to travel and have been to over 20 countries and counting!
我爱旅游。我去过二十多外国家。。。
I adore reading and watching movies.
我热爱读书还有看看电影。
I enjoy cooking and my favourite kind of food is Morrocan, which is one place I haven't been too... yet! I make a great chocolate and banana cake and I am really good and eating it too, especially with a cup of tea!
我喜欢做饭。我的最喜欢的菜是摩洛哥菜.
我做好的巧克力和香蕉蛋糕还有我是很善于吃蛋糕贴标一起跟一杯红茶。
I hope I can meet you soon :D
我希望我们可以很快见面！Me as a Teacher
I have
- a lot of experience!
- a TEFL certificate from a UK Qualifications-accredited TEFL Academy
- certification in teaching IELTS Speaking & Writing from IDP Australia
Learning a language can be frustrating, so I want to make it enjoyable and relaxing!
I will:
- get to know you and find out your language learning style
- gase my lessons on those needs
- help you learn real EnglishMy lessons & teaching style
I am practical, realistic, and easy going. We will use pictures, TV shows, interesting magazines, books and video, to help you know, understand, use and LOVE English!
I will create a lesson plan for you after I assess your language level, reasons for studying, and your goals.
I will give you this lesson plan and you may have to download some videos or reading material before our class, however, I can adapt all my methods to your abilities and circumstances.My teaching material
- Articles and news
- Image files
- Flashcards
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- PDF file
- Video files
- Presentation slides/PPT
Certificates
Understanding the IELTS Assessment Criteria - IDP Education - 20255-part online course by ISP and endorsed by IELTS Australia and English Australia's Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Framework for 40 CPD points
Certificate verified
Understanding IELTS Assessment Criteria - Writing - IDP IELTS Teacher Training Program - 202510 + Hours of online training (equivalent to 40 CDP Points) by IDP IELTS AUSTRALIA
Certificate verified
Understanding IELTS Assessment Criteria - Speaking - IDP IELTS Teacher Training Program - 2025A minimum of 10 hours of online course which is endorsed by English Australia's Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Framework, in understanding the Assessment Bands for the speaking tests, and how to help students reach all the positive features for the higher bands.
Certificate verified
TQUK Level 5 Teaching English as a Foreign Lang. - The TEFL Academy (UK) - 2019TQUK Level 5 Teaching English as a Foreign Lang.
The TEFL Academy (UK)
Grade: DISTINCTION
Guided Learning Hours: 168
Certificate number: 6019374 Regulated by: Training Qualification UK
Certificate verified
Certificate III in Dental Assisting - Southbank Institute of TAFE - 20102-year qualification at a vocational college (TAFE) to qualify as a certified Dental Assistant in Australia. With 12+ experience can teach vocabulary and phrases specifically for within the dental industry.
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2023 - 2024
English TeachingOnline English Teacher for adults and children
2017 - 2020
English TeachingI taught 3 to 12 year-olds online for a China-based company, using resources and an interface provided by DadaABC.
Education
2010 - 2011
Bachelor’s - Dental AssistingCertificate III in Dental Assisting
2006 - 2008
Bachelor’s - Laboratory TechnologyCert III in Laboratory Technology (Biotech)
Work Experience
2020 - 2023
Dental AssistantI have 10 years plus experience as a Dental Assistant in Australia. My most recent position was during the COVID pandemic (2020-2023) when I was living back in Australia.
2020 - 2023
Small business ownerI started and ran a small online business selling second hand designer clothing.
5.0
Rating
124
Students
570
Lessons
98%
Attendance rate
98%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
54 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Conversation Practice
A1 - C2Conversation437 lessons completed
USD 14.00+
Package with 25% off
Tailored Pre Prepared Lessons
A1 - C2Language Essentials72 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 15% off
Group Lessons - Children (14 Years and Under) (小朋友组课程)
A1 - C2Language Essentials1 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 12% off
English for Dentistry
B1 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 26% off
Group Lessons - Adult (15 years +)
A1 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Package with 15% off
IELTS Test Prep - Speaking or Writing
A1 - C2Test Preparation3 lessons completed
USD 17.50+
Package with 20% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Vocabulary (1)
Quiz (6)
75 Reviews
Ryan
47 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Laura is very supportive and dedicated
Aug 2, 2018
Ryan
47 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Laura Davy is an excellent teacher.my child loves her very much
Jul 13, 2018
Victoria Azarova
1 English lesson
It was a lovely and helpful conversation practice lesson. And I've learned some new useful words.
Jun 30, 2025
Yu-Hsi
2 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Very good course
Jul 17, 2018
Hannah
1 English lesson
非常好的老师，可以轻松的和孩子交流
Sep 8, 2025
Donnie
13 English lessons
老师很专业，中文也不错
Jun 15, 2025
Trial Lesson
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