Paul - ESL teacher - New York
1st lesson free
Paul - ESL teacher - New York

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Paul

  • Rate 289 GHS
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Paul - ESL teacher - New York

289 GHS/hr

1st lesson free

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1st lesson free

1st lesson free

  • ESL
  • English speaking
  • English Vocabulary
  • English reading
  • English listening

Former Columbia University student teaches English and Art History in-person and remotely in the USA and internationally.

  • ESL
  • English speaking
  • English Vocabulary
  • English reading
  • English listening

Lesson location

About Paul

I am an experienced tutor specializing in English writing and art history, with a strong academic foundation in critical analysis, research, and structured communication. I provide personalized, results-oriented instruction that helps students build confidence, strengthen writing skills, and develop a deeper understanding of literature, visual culture, and historical context.

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About the lesson

  • Primary school
  • Junior high school
  • SHS 1
  • +21
  • levels :

    Primary school

    Junior high school

    SHS 1

    SHS 2

    SHS 3

    BTS

    University education

    Adult Education

    Master's degree

    Doctor of philosophy

    MBA

    Pre school

    A1

    A2

    B1

    B2

    C1

    C2

    Other vocational training

    Beginner

    Intermediate

    Advanced

    Professionel

    Child

  • English
  • Spanish

All languages in which the lesson is available :

English

Spanish

About My Lessons

My lessons in English writing and art history are designed to build both technical mastery and intellectual confidence. I focus on helping students not only understand the material, but learn how to think, analyze, and express ideas at a higher level across writing, visual culture, and critical reasoning.

Teaching Method & Techniques
My approach blends structure with creativity. I start by diagnosing how each student learns and what their specific goals are—whether that’s improving essay clarity, strengthening argumentation, preparing for AP or IB exams, building college-level writing skills, or developing a deeper understanding of art history.

I use:

Step-by-step frameworks for essay structure, thesis development, and argument flow

Guided close reading and visual analysis techniques

Socratic questioning to strengthen critical thinking

Live editing and annotation of student work

Visual references, timelines, and case studies for art history

Clear rubrics so students know exactly what “excellent” looks like

The goal is to make complex ideas feel manageable and to give students tools they can reuse independently.

A Typical Lesson Plan
Each session is structured but flexible:

Check-in & Goal Setting (5 minutes)
Review recent work, clarify what the student wants to improve, and set a concrete objective for the session.

Core Instruction (15–25 minutes)
Introduce or refine a specific skill—such as crafting stronger thesis statements, analyzing symbolism in a painting, structuring a comparative essay, or understanding a historical movement and its cultural context.

Applied Practice (15–25 minutes)
Work directly on the student’s writing, exam prep materials, or visual analysis using real examples. I guide revisions in real time and explain the reasoning behind each change.

Wrap-Up & Take-Home Strategy (5–10 minutes)
Summarize key takeaways and assign a short, targeted exercise or framework the student can apply between sessions.

What Sets Me Apart

I bridge academic rigor with real-world relevance, helping students see why writing and art history actually matter.

I focus on transferable skills—argumentation, clarity, critical analysis, and creative thinking—not just test performance.

I customize every lesson rather than using one-size-fits-all worksheets.

I emphasize confidence-building, so students become more independent and less anxious about writing or complex material.

I bring a multidisciplinary perspective that connects art, culture, history, and contemporary issues into one coherent learning experience.

Who the Lessons Are For
My lessons are ideal for:

Middle school, high school, and college students

Students preparing for AP, IB, SAT/ACT writing, or college essays

Learners who struggle with organization, analysis, or confidence in writing

Students who want to deepen their understanding of art history beyond memorization

Creative students who want to strengthen both analytical and expressive skills

Whether a student needs structured academic support or enrichment-level exploration, my goal is to help them become sharper thinkers, stronger writers, and more confident learners.

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Rates

Rate

  • 289 GHS

Pack prices

  • 5h: 1445 GHS
  • 10h: 2890 GHS

free lessons

The first free lesson with Paul will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

  • 1hr

online

  • GHS289/h

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