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 Mr and Mrs Thompson, I am writing with regard to your advertisement for a Malayalam tutor. I believe that I am highly suited for this job due to my qualifications and experience teaching Malayalam. I have a master degree in Malayalam language teaching from Calicut university. In addition, I have been working as a Malayalam tutor now for five years. In addition, to teaching Malayalam I can also educate your children about Kerala culture. I believe your children would be interested to know about Kerala tradition and I could supply books if they are keen to learn this. The main reason why I am interested in this job is because it will support my current studies. I’m currently studying for my PhD and my area of interest is teaching Malayalam to non-native children. Therefore, I believe that while teaching your children I will also benefit by understanding how non-native children learn. I would appreciate discussing this with you further when time permits. Yours faithfully, Mike Wattie