Ms Claire Sim
Specialist English Teacher
A University of London economics and politics graduate, Ms. Claire Sim has four years of experience tutoring primary and secondary school students across various academic streams, from Express to Normal Academic. Having achieved distinctions in English and English Literature at the O-Levels, Ms Claire is passionate about empowering her students to reach their full linguistic potential, and has a proven track record of fostering significant improvement in their performance.
Ms Claire's Profile
As a TEFL-certified English teacher with four years of experience, Ms Claire enjoys teaching immensely and is passionate about fostering a positive learning environment. She holds the view that current affairs is a huge part of the English subject and tries to brush up on her student’s awareness on that as much as possible. Recognising the importance of student comfort in discussing their development, Ms Claire prioritises building strong rapport.
Ms Claire hopes to inspire students to engage in their critical thinking skills, to build up their global awareness of the world and their understanding of the language.
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Ms Clarie's Teacher Spotlight
What inspires you to teach?
I love engaging in conversations with my students! Also, I find it very rewarding to not only help my students improve their grasp of the English language, but also to love it too. It is always heartening to hear from students who have developed a sense of passion for learning.
Why do you love teaching English?
I love teaching English because it is such a versatile subject, especially when you move up the levels. Every grammar or vocabulary point is an etymology lesson, and languages have always been very diverse and vibrant. To be a part of that is intensely rewarding. At the secondary level, students are at the age when they are introduced to current affairs and global perspectives. I have always found it engaging to hear their developing viewpoints during discussions and to guide them in articulating their arguments effectively.
What do you do in your free time?
I have recently been getting into yoga, and have been loving the time I get to meditate and feel more in touch with myself. I also love reading leisurely, especially about niche topics. You can be sure to find me at my favourite second-hand bookstores. Leisure time with my friends is also a must!
