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English - test preparation, speaking, vocabulary, grammar, fluency, confidence.

We all need English one way or the other: for travelling, to gain access to university, at work.
Do you find it difficult to express yourself? Do you realise you're constantly looking for words? Perhaps you've forgotten most of the grammar and find yourself feeling frustrated.
Don't worry, I am here to help. If you need to pass an exam, my success rate is 100%. I take pride in my results as I work really hard for them. Let me add your name to this success list!

Extra information

I provide all the materials, there's no need to buy anything.
You get given a comments page after every lesson, with your mistakes -if any- and new words so that you can revise in your free time.

Location

Online via webcam

General info

suitcase iconSkills:
English as a second language (esl), English for adults, School
Age:
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
60 minutes
The class is taught in:English, Spanish, Italian

About Me

I am very friendly, self-motivated and passionate teacher who loves to meet new people. I love travelling around the world, socializing, meeting new people, reading, online shopping, visiting old friends, learning new languages. I can be your teacher, but you'll feel very comfortable in my class. Respect is key, and mutual trust. You trust that I can help you, and I trust that you can make it. Reach your goals, never give up and believe in yourself!

Education

English language studies and literature. Bachelor's degree by the University of Granada in Spain.
English language studies and translation. Erasmus year at the Anglia Ruskin University of Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Teaching training completed in 2004. I trained with Secondary Education students and Adult education. In the UK I trained with 11 year-old students.

Experience / Qualifications

TEFL diploma, TEYL (Teaching English to young learners) certificate, CPE diploma of the Cambridge University, Advanced diploma in online teaching, Diploma in teaching mindfullness to young learners, Master's in Italian language (B2 level).

My experience:
Since 2004, I've worked in the following:

- Teaching English as a foreign language to Chinese students, from 3 years old to adults.
- Same as above, students all over the world, whilst based in Cambridge, UK.
- Exam preparation for students sitting exams such as PET, FCE, CAE, IELTS and TOEFL. All of my students reached their goals and required mark.
- Speaking lessons to revamp your vocabulary, feel more confident and impress others.
- Fluency issues: poor grammar and lack of vocabulary. I got my students up to a good speed when speaking the language, without interruptions to stop and look for the words.
- Business English.
- Teaching English to young learners - as a second language-.
- Lessons for people moving to an specific country: UK, Spain or Italy. (Expats buying homes abroad, getting ready for retirement, for holidays, etc)
- A levels support.
- International Baccalaureate (English, Italian).
- English for specific purposes: psychology, hospitality.
- DELE examinations (Spanish language).
- Job interview preparation.

I've done classroom teaching, individual lessons and small groups.
Learn Spanish this year! or keep improving what you know so far. Don't lose it! It is a beautiful language, it opens the doors to make it easier for you to learn any other Latin language, it is the second most- spoken language (worldwide, besides Chinese) and it will look great on your CV. Perhaps you're even thinking about travelling around Latin America, or maybe you want to settle down in the South of Spain? Well, whatever it is that you have in mind, I'm here to help!
Do you want to learn this beautiful language? Then look no more! First of all, we discuss your level, your requirements, your goal, your learning style, etc I prepare the lessons according to all of the above. I'll send you the lesson via email before we have the session. During the lesson, we will focus on speaking. You'll get a report after every lesson so that you can check your mistakes, new words we have learnt, etc After, there will be homework with the key so that you can check yourself. You're going to learn loads, but we're going to have fun, too! So don't worry, my classes are never boring! Satisfaction guaranteed. Ask me for any references, I am more than happy to provide them.

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