SERVICES

Improve your English Language Skills . . .

(1.) English as a Second Language (ESL) Teaching Services

“Storytelling Communications” is a communications company that teaches newcomer entrepreneurs how to improve their English language skills—listening, speaking, reading and writing.

As an ESL Teacher, I  have been certified by TEFL.org (in Scotland),  completed an ESL  practicum (in Toronto) and undertaken benchmark training from CCLB (Canada).  I have taught and tutored numerous newcomers to Canada in the English language.

Working in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, I focus on online—and selected off-line—classes that will improve your listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.

  • Are you a newcomer entrepreneur to Canada, trying to build your business or get a better job?
  • Are you falling short in client conversations or when getting interviews?
  • Do you want to move from surviving to thriving?

If you are a highly motivated entrepreneur who wants to impact our local business community; Or if you want to secure a better job, to help you build a better life . . . .

Trust your language skills to me, a highly trained and versatile teacher. . . . 

I can assist you in improving your skills in English grammar,  structure, pronunciation, accent modification and conversation. 

"Without a doubt, I would rate Elizabeth's teaching services as outstanding. Her dedication, expertise and personalized approach truly set her apart. I highly recommend her ESL classes to anyone seeking an exceptional learning experience."
William Wang
Director of China Offices, Government of Alberta,
Regina, SK and Edmonton, AB

I recommend in-person classes, when possible, especially for the first class.

Learners must bring/provide their CLB proficiency test results (from CLB 3-12)  from the Language Assessment Referral Centre (LARC), in Saskatoon (or comparable provider).

RATES for TEACHING/TUTORING* :

I teach individuals (one-on-one) or small groups (up to five students). Groups of students must have learners with comparable CLB levels.

  • One (1) student, for one hour, $60/hr
  • Three (3) students, for one hour, $150/hr
  • Five (5) students, for one hour, $200/hr

* For new learners, the first class is 50% off

*University of Saskatchewan-based, international students (who take classes as individuals) may be eligible for a volume discount.

*Fees include all preparation, marking, mid-week communication and consultations. 

 

Improve your written projects . . .

(2.) Editing Services

Do you lack the time or knowledge to edit your business or academic articles, resumes, essays and books properly?

I can help with that, as well.

Trust your business and academic documents to a skilled and professional editor, like me . . . Good business or academic writing needs to communicate specific points coherently, with well-structured paragraphs that demonstrate solid grammar and style.

"We were especially pleased with Elizabeth’s handling of the interview process. She was able to put participants at ease and allow them to share in a personal manner while being sensitive to their feelings and privacy issues . . . .Elizabeth was very easy to work with as she made sure that her message was accurate and useful to us . . . . Her presentation of the program information is clear and interesting to read. Elizabeth’s use of language keeps the message clear and untangled. Bottom line—it was a pleasure to work with her and we were very pleased with the outcomes."
Wayne Wiens
Executive Director
, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Saskatoon

With my assistance, as an editor who has prepared both business and academic documents, you will strengthen your ideas and expression.

Having completed training in copy editing from Editors Canada (EC), I am uniquely qualified to assist you by editing your business and academic documents .

I offer three levels of editing services, from the least to the most intensive:

  1. Copy Editing (correcting grammatical and punctuation errors, typos, etc.),
  2. Stylistic Editing (editing to improve flow, clarity and readability),
  3. Substantive Editing (responding to content and structure, demonstrating where to rewrite passages when necessary, to improve thought, clarity and meaning).

I edit documents so that they can be read and understood quickly.

RATES for EDITING* : 

  • $60/hr for copy, stylistic or substantive editing

* A preliminary cost estimate for editing is free of charge