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Kiera Ayres

Test Prep Instructor

Kiera Ayres is a test prep instructor and English teacher based in Vancouver, BC. With over 10 years of experience teaching English, Kiera primarily works with clients learning English as a second language who are interested in immigrating to Canada, Australia, Ireland, and the UK. In 2020, she founded PROFessional PREParation, a test prep platform offering engaging, high-quality materials to support IELTS and CELPIP studies, as well as general English learning. Kiera has a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Thompson Rivers University.

Education

  • BBA, International Business, Thompson Rivers University

Professional Achievements

  • Helped hundreds of students from over 80 countries achieve their language and test preparation goals
  • Dedicated to empowering students worldwide to succeed in their academic and immigration pursuits

Certifications & Organizations

  • TESL (Teaching English as a Second Language), Thompson Rivers University
  • Intercultural Communication, Thompson Rivers University

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Co-authored Articles (12)

120 Alternate Ways to Say “Enjoy Your Vacation”

Plus, expert tips for making your vacation the most enjoyableIf someone you know is about to leave for vacation, wishing them safe travels and a good trip are great ways to show how much you care about them. While you co...

The Most Radical ’80s Slang Words & Their Meanings

These totally tubular terms are making a comeback! Dudes and dudettes! Want to make your language totally tubular? The 1980s were all about vibrant colors, big hair, and bold fashion. And when they say everything was “...

Popular Slang Terms for Friends: American, British & More

Fun names to call your friends from around the worldIn English, there are plenty of different ways to refer to your friends, from words like “dude” and “pal” to AAVE terms like “sis” and “bestie.” The ter...

60 Very Obscure Words & Their Meanings

Add these rare and unique words to your vocabulary to stand out from the crowdExpert estimates say there are at least 171,146 words currently in use in the English language. That’s a lot of words to choose from, and we...

An Amazeballs Guide to 2000s Millennial Slang: From the Early Aughts to the ‘10s

Relive the new millennium with these once-popular termsThe first decade of the 2000s was a unique transition from the laid-back era of the 1990s to the dominance of Internet culture in the 2010s. And the slang from the 2...

How to

Learn English

Learning to speak English can be hard, but don't give up! With enough practice and the right resources, you can start speaking English confidently.

What Does "Run It Back" Mean? How to Use This Trending Slang

Find out its meaning in dating, casual convos, & moreThe phrase "run it back" used to only appear in sports—but like so many old phrases, Gen Z has given it new life. Today, you might see Gen Z posting TikToks about ho...

Teaching English As a Second Language: A Comprehensive Guide

English language teacher Kiera Ayres & wikiHow staff go over classroom practices and strategies to successfully teach EnglishTeaching English as a second language for beginners is super rewarding, but it definitely feels...

“Catching Strays” Meaning: Explaining the Popular Slang Phrase

Plus, where this phrase comes from & how to use itYou’ve probably seen people talking about someone “catching strays” on social media or while texting your friends. But what does this slang phrase mean? We’re her...

How to

Improve Your Grammar

Grammar is the system that structures a language, and every language has its own guidelines. But grammar isn’t so much about rules as it is the conventions that determine how we speak and write, and it includes things ...

What Does “If You Say So” Mean?

Everything you need to know about this common English phrase, including examples & how to respondYou’ve probably heard someone say the phrase “if you say so” in conversation. But what exactly does it mean, and what...

200+ Commonly Misspelled Words (Plus, How to Remember Them)

English language teacher Kiera Ayres explains why some words are so hard to spellIt’s totally normal to misspell English words due to silent letters, homonyms, and confusing spelling patterns. Luckily, we’re providi...