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Linda

5 (7 reviews)

Rate $35
Response 2h
Students
Number of students Linda has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
6
Number of students Linda has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

5 (7 reviews)

$35/hr

1^st lesson free

English
Creative writing
Poetry
Essay Writing

Writing mentor, learning guide and super storyteller-for-hire offers adventures in creative expression.

English
Creative writing
Poetry
Essay Writing

Lesson location

- online

About Linda

I am… - an award-winning writer, editor and independent publisher from Barbados known as The Summer Storyteller. - a literacy and literary activist - an advocate of independent and self-directed learning - a firm believer that out of play and joy comes learning I love… - books and words and ideas. - learning and helping others to do the same in a safe, fun and welcoming space. I believe… Everyone has a story to tell about themselves and the world around them. The Summer Storyteller is here to help guide those stories out!

About the lesson

I encourage… - creative self-expression in young learners to help grow their self-confidence, self-awareness and awareness of the world around them - young learners and beginner writers to tap into the things they know, love and are eager to learn more about Sessions include: - storytelling with an emphasis on stories promoting diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and deeper understanding of world cultures. - reading, writing (poetry, stories, personal essays) - show & tell and art activity I tutor & tell stories to humans aged 7+ years, in one-on-one and family/group settings. Lessons are online and run from 45 to 90 minutes

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5 (7 reviews)

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Paulina
- 5
Perfect! Linda is extremely warm, open and compassionate. She radiates good energy and everything just flows. A real pleasure to work with ️
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Paulina

Perfect! Linda is extremely warm, open and compassionate. She radiates good energy and everything just flows. A real pleasure to work with ️

Linda's response
Thank you so much, Paulina! I enjoyed our interaction & what I believe was a real connection between storytellers. Looking forward to seeing where that leads & to reading your 350 words!
- Linda's response :
  Thank you so much, Paulina! I enjoyed our interaction & what I believe was a real connection between storytellers. Looking forward to seeing where that leads & to reading your 350 words!
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Merron
- 5
Perfect! Linda is truly exceptional. Her professionalism is evident in every aspect of her teaching, ensuring a structured and effective learning environment. Beyond that, her kindness and patience are remarkable, fostering a nurturing atmosphere that instills confidence in young learners.

What sets her apart is not just her expertise but the delightful manner in which she imparts knowledge. Her soft and clear voice not only makes the lessons easy to follow but also adds a soothing touch to the entire learning experience. This quality is particularly beneficial for students, creating an environment where they feel comfortable and engaged.

One of the most significant indicators of her effectiveness is that my son genuinely enjoys his lessons with her. Her ability to make the lessons fun and interactive has captured his interest in a way that extends beyond mere academic achievement. It's a rare and invaluable skill to not only teach effectively but also to make the learning process enjoyable.

overall, our experience with Linda has been incredibly positive, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a tutor who is not only professional and knowledgeable but also possesses the rare ability to connect with and inspire young minds.
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Merron

Perfect! Linda is truly exceptional. Her professionalism is evident in every aspect of her teaching, ensuring a structured and effective learning environment. Beyond that, her kindness and patience are remarkable, fostering a nurturing atmosphere that instills confidence in young learners.

What sets her apart is not just her expertise but the delightful manner in which she imparts knowledge. Her soft and clear voice not only makes the lessons easy to follow but also adds a soothing touch to the entire learning experience. This quality is particularly beneficial for students, creating an environment where they feel comfortable and engaged.

One of the most significant indicators of her effectiveness is that my son genuinely enjoys his lessons with her. Her ability to make the lessons fun and interactive has captured his interest in a way that extends beyond mere academic achievement. It's a rare and invaluable skill to not only teach effectively but also to make the learning process enjoyable.

overall, our experience with Linda has been incredibly positive, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a tutor who is not only professional and knowledgeable but also possesses the rare ability to connect with and inspire young minds.

Linda's response
A bright, engaging young student with a sense of fun, who grasps concepts quickly and has an encouraging, motivating parent who “gets it.” The student delights in stories and poetry in a way that makes it easy and a pleasure to do my job!
- Linda's response :
  A bright, engaging young student with a sense of fun, who grasps concepts quickly and has an encouraging, motivating parent who “gets it.” The student delights in stories and poetry in a way that makes it easy and a pleasure to do my job!
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Chrystabel

Linda is an engaging and amazing educator . She has helped my daughter tremendously with her creative writing and pushes her gently beyond her comfort zone. We love working with her!
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Chrystabel
Linda is an engaging and amazing educator . She has helped my daughter tremendously with her creative writing and pushes her gently beyond her comfort zone. We love working with her!
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Kirsi

Linda is a wonderful teacher. She´s passionate about creativity and language that is contagious. My 9-year-old daughter, who’s second language is English, continues to thrive on Linda´s lessons where she gets to combine her love of art with the English language and storytelling. My daughter says: “With Linda I can be myself and learning is fun!”. We can wholeheartedly recommend her.
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Kirsi
Linda is a wonderful teacher. She´s passionate about creativity and language that is contagious. My 9-year-old daughter, who’s second language is English, continues to thrive on Linda´s lessons where she gets to combine her love of art with the English language and storytelling. My daughter says: “With Linda I can be myself and learning is fun!”. We can wholeheartedly recommend her.
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Jamar

I first met Ms. Deane in 2011 when she conducted some workshops in creative writing with my class. I was very impressed with her ability to arouse the creativity in my students and her excellent storytelling skills. Subsequently, she was invited on another occasion to participate in my school’s activities for World Book Day 2016. Her ability to unearth the creativity of the students was again evident. The students enjoyed her word relay activity and were instantly attracted to her exuberance and love for words. She made them realise that words are alive. I consider Ms. Deane to be a literary educator par excellence and have great admiration for her dedication to the development of the literary skills of young people in Barbados.

—Jamar Davis,
Teacher, Cuthbert Moore Primary School, Barbados
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Jamar
I first met Ms. Deane in 2011 when she conducted some workshops in creative writing with my class. I was very impressed with her ability to arouse the creativity in my students and her excellent storytelling skills. Subsequently, she was invited on another occasion to participate in my school’s activities for World Book Day 2016. Her ability to unearth the creativity of the students was again evident. The students enjoyed her word relay activity and were instantly attracted to her exuberance and love for words. She made them realise that words are alive. I consider Ms. Deane to be a literary educator par excellence and have great admiration for her dedication to the development of the literary skills of young people in Barbados.

—Jamar Davis,
Teacher, Cuthbert Moore Primary School, Barbados
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Carla

Linda is amazing and very knowledgeable in her area of expertise . She is patient and guides me with clear objectives to ensure that I can improve in writing. Her recommendations and constructive feedback will enable me to eventually publish my work in the future .
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Carla
Linda is amazing and very knowledgeable in her area of expertise . She is patient and guides me with clear objectives to ensure that I can improve in writing. Her recommendations and constructive feedback will enable me to eventually publish my work in the future .
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Susan

I have seen, firsthand, the results Linda gets from teaching young pupils of varying abilities and backgrounds. She is a highly creative, patient and intuitive tutor who is able to engage with children and nurture their language skills while making learning fun. She is also an excellent tutor for adults wishing to hone their creative writing and poetry skills. I highly recommend her services.
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Susan
I have seen, firsthand, the results Linda gets from teaching young pupils of varying abilities and backgrounds. She is a highly creative, patient and intuitive tutor who is able to engage with children and nurture their language skills while making learning fun. She is also an excellent tutor for adults wishing to hone their creative writing and poetry skills. I highly recommend her services.
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