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Online English Tuition & IELTS
I offer online English tuition for learners whose first language is not English, one-to-one or in small groups. Lessons cover academic English and writing, reading literature in English, spoken English and communication, and preparation for tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, and the Cambridge English exams. I have taught English literature in the University of Delhi system since 2010. Rates and availability are on enquiry.
Services
What I can help with
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Academic English and writing
Essays, dissertations, and research writing: structure, argument, paragraphing, referencing, and an academic register, for students preparing for or studying at English-medium universities.
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Literature in English
Guided reading of novels, poetry, and drama in English, from Victorian fiction to postcolonial writing, with attention to vocabulary, idiom, and interpretation.
- III.
Spoken English and communication
Conversation, pronunciation, presentations, and interviews, building fluency and confidence in academic and professional settings.
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Exam preparation
Preparation for IELTS, TOEFL, and Cambridge English exams, with practice across each paper and feedback on writing and speaking tasks.
Formats
- One-to-one lessons online
- Small-group classes online
- Sessions arranged across time zones
- Explanation in Hindi or Bengali where it helps
Background
- Teaching English literature to undergraduates in the University of Delhi system since 2010, at Lady Shri Ram College for Women, St Stephen’s College, and ARSD College, and tutoring MA students; see teaching.
- Completed a faculty development programme on teaching English communication skills, co-hosted by the Regional English Language Office of the American Embassy and Kamala Nehru College (2015).
- PhD in English, University of St Andrews (2026); MA and BA (Hons) in English, University of Delhi, placed first in the University in both.
- English and Hindi to native proficiency; Bengali to professional proficiency.
Who this is for
- Students preparing for, or studying at, English-medium universities
- Postgraduate researchers writing in English
- Candidates preparing for IELTS, TOEFL, or Cambridge English exams
- Professionals and readers who want to use or enjoy English with more confidence
How it works
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Enquiry
Describe your goals, your current use of English, and your preferred times through the contact form.
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Introductory conversation
A short online meeting to agree priorities and the format that suits you.
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A plan and rates
A proposed schedule and focus for the lessons, with rates.
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Lessons and feedback
Regular online lessons, with written feedback on writing tasks.
Questions
Frequently asked
Are the English lessons online?
Yes. Lessons take place online, one-to-one or in small groups, and can be arranged across time zones.
Does she prepare students for IELTS?
Yes. She offers preparation for IELTS, TOEFL, and Cambridge English exams, with practice tasks and feedback on writing and speaking.
Can lessons focus on academic writing alone?
Yes. Lessons can concentrate on a single need, such as a dissertation, a personal statement, or the writing tasks of an exam.
How do I arrange lessons?
Use the contact form to describe your goals and preferred times. A short introductory conversation follows, then a proposed schedule with rates.
Start a conversation
Describe your project, its stage, and your timeline, and I will reply with availability and next steps.
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Other ways to work together
Editing & Manuscript Consulting
Feedback and editing for academic manuscripts, proposals, and historical fiction in my fields.
Script & Historical Consulting
Period, cultural, and genre advice for screen, stage, audio, and fiction set in Victorian Britain or British India.
Research Collaboration
Co-authored work, grant partnerships, events, archival research in India, and digital humanities projects.
Speaking & Guest Lectures
Guest lectures, seminars, panels, podcasts, and media commentary, in person or online.