Read a formal IELTS letter writing sample on the topic: You have seen an advertisement from a couple, who live in Australia, for someone to teach their two children your language for a year.
You have seen an advertisement from a couple, who live in Australia, for someone to teach their two children your language for a year. Write a letter to the couple. In your letter, explain
- why you think you would be suitable for the job
- say what else you could do for the family
- give your reasons for wanting the job
Dear Sarah and Alex,
I recently came across your advertisement seeking a language tutor for your children, and I would love to apply for the position. As a qualified language instructor with two years of experience teaching both children and adults, I believe I am well-suited for this role. My patient approach and engaging teaching methods ensure that young learners grasp the language effectively while enjoying the process.
Beyond teaching, I would be delighted to assist with homework, organize interactive storytelling sessions, and introduce engaging language-based games. Furthermore, should you require any light household assistance, I would be more than willing to help, as I understand the importance of a well-balanced home environment for learning.
I am passionate about language education and believe that immersion is key to mastering a new language. This job excites me because it allows me to share my culture and knowledge while experiencing life in Australia. I am eager to contribute positively to your children’s learning journey.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Best regards,
Mariam
Use advanced grammatical structures
In this letter, the following sentence structure is used that can increase our scores:
Conditional Sentence (Formal inversion)
In formal writing, conditional sentences (especially second and third conditionals) can be inverted for a more sophisticated tone. This means we remove “if” and invert the subject and auxiliary verb.
Structure:
- If + subject + verb → Auxiliary verb + subject + main verb
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