Kim Symes
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Kim Symes
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Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Cambridge graduate offering study support and academic conversation
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Cambridge graduate offering study support and academic conversation
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From United KingdomLiving in Other, United Kingdom (02:09 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 6, 2020InterestsScienceWritingEnvironment & NatureMedical & HealthcareReading
Hello, I'm Kim and I'm a native English speaker from Birmingham, England. I'm a Cambridge Graduate with a Masters Degree in Social Anthropology. I also have Advanced Level qualifications in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Art; a professional qualification (HNC) in Medical Laboratory Sciences; and a First Class degree in Evolutionary Anthropology. During my degree, I never received less than a First Class mark in any assignment, and I'm keen to pass on my expertise in academic reading and writing to others.Me as a Teacher
After graduating, I taught English in Gran Canaria for a year, then trained as a Further Education lecturer and taught Advanced Level Psychology and Biology for four years whjle also working as an examiner. I want to pass on my skills in reading, interpreting and constructing academic writings, whether you are a student, currently struggling with essays and reports, or a graduate putting together a research proposal, I can help. My degree included a diverse range of subjects, including Biology, Psychology, Philosophy, Sociology, Linguistics and Archaeology, so I can help with either essay-based subjects or scientific and statistical reports.My lessons & teaching style
I'm offering three types of lesson:
1. Study Support: Reading and Writing
2. Academic and General Conversation (intermediate to advanced)
3. Proofreading and Editing
I always plan my lessons, but we don't have to stick to the plan - especially for conversation classes! Each lesson is tailored to the individual student and will depend on what you need your English for. Homework is optional, but is probably a good idea - especially if you're preparing for exams - as it will accelerate your progress. That is up to you. I will often send links to interesting articles or videos, and can send a vocabulary list after each lesson if you wish.My teaching material
- Image files
- Video files
- Text Documents
- PDF file
- Flashcards
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Quizzes
- Articles and news
5.0
Rating
25
Students
992
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
96%
Response rate
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
17 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Study Support
B2 - C2Language Essentials871 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 10% off
Academic or Informal English Conversation
B2 - C2Conversation94 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 10% off
Proofreading and Editing
B2 - C2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 45.00+
Package with 10% off
Legacy Students: Please choose this option if you have been a student of mine since 2023 or earlier.
B2 - C2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 33.00
Package with 11% off
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35 Reviews
Lisa りさ
355 English lessons
Teacher Kim is always calm and intellectual. In our lessons, she shares fascinating articles and news about artificial intelligence, and we have thoughtful discussions. I highly recommend Teacher Kim to anyone looking to improve their academic English skills.
Jun 15, 2025
Lisa りさ
355 English lessons
I have started studying general science like biology and chemistry, so today we read the textbook. I also started speaking practice, so we talked about assisted dying, alternative therapies and problem solving. Thank you!
Oct 20, 2024
Lisa りさ
355 English lessons
I've been taking her lessons twice a week for over 3 years. Now I am learning astronomy and getting a lot of knowledge and skills in her lessons. It is really fun!
Oct 28, 2023
Lisa りさ
355 English lessons
Thank you!!
Mar 2, 2025
Lisa りさ
355 English lessons
Her lessons are fantastic. I have been taking her lessons for 4 years. She can teach any academic subject. I read many articles on physics and space with her this year.
May 12, 2024
Lisa りさ
355 English lessons
I have been taking her class for 2 years, and I have got a lot of knowledge from her lesson. When I started, my English level was poor, but I can follow classes at an online university in the UK now. Thank you!
Jul 24, 2022
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