Karen Abayaratna Spoken English, English Language, Drama
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With over a decade of experience in education and the performing arts, I specialize in helping students unlock their confidence, creativity, and communication skills. From teaching English and speech & drama at renowned institutions like Lyceum International School to coaching young writers in creative storytelling, my approach is centered on making learning engaging, practical, and inspiring.

Having worked extensively in radio and media, I bring a unique blend of voice training, storytelling, and real-world communication techniques to my lessons. Whether you're a child stepping into the world of spoken English, an adult looking to refine your conversational skills, or a young performer wanting to shine on stage, my programs are designed to nurture your potential.

Through interactive lessons, personalized coaching, and a passion for teaching, I aim to empower students to express themselves with clarity, confidence, and creativity. Let’s turn learning into an exciting journey.

Subjects

  • Creative writing Beginner-Expert

  • Spoken English for Adults

  • Spoken English and English Grammar for Adults

Experience

  • Speech and Drama Teacher (Sep, 2016–Aug, 2018) at 02 years experience in teaching at Lyceum International College Nugegoda
    English Teacher, Performing Arts Teacher, Primary
    Teacher - Lyceum International School Nugegoda
    (2017 - 2022 March)
    Taught Cambridge English as a second language and provided additional
    tutoring lessons to students who took English as a first language and needed
    extra help.
    Used simple exercises, worksheets, and listening exercises to allow students to
    explore the language.
    As a primary educator, incorporated thematic learning by introducing biweekly lesson plans related to a specific topic and related that topic to Math,
    Science, Social Studies, English, and Speech and Drama.
    Used expertise as a pre-school and speech and drama teacher to incorporate
    thematic learning.
  • English, Performing arts and Primary Teacher - (Jan, 2016–Sep, 2016) at La Petite Fleur
    At LPF, taught speech and drama from the basics, including breathing
    exercises and facial expression.
    Helped with sports and swimming and was the teacher in charge of the
    archery program.
    Helped form and groom the junior choir for the school's 25th anniversary
  • Performing Arts and Preschool Teacher (Jan, 2013–Dec, 2015) at Mystical Rose International Institute
    Taught children of a very young age and handled parent inquiries, other
    educators, and government officials.
    Wrote scripts, compiled audio tracks, and trained students for year-end
    productions.
    Used thematic learning to engage students in their studies, resulting in
    improved interest in all subjects. exams
    confidence, attention to detail, team-work, respect, and discipline through
    expression, theatre, dance, and music.
    In charge of admissions and was an island-wide invigilator for Pearson
    language

Education

  • Speech and Drama From the University of West London (Jan, 1998–now) from Wendy Whatmore Academy of Speech and Drama, Sri Lanka

Fee details

    රු2,000–4,000/hour (US$6.06–12.12/hour)

    Fee structure will vary depending on the students level of experience, and proficiency and how long and intensive the tutoring sessions are.

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