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English Tutoring / Exam Preparation- 20 years of experience

Hello. I am a British Qualified English school teacher,(PGCE English and Sports- Cheltenham University) and a qualified teacher of English as a Foreign Language (CELTA) , with 20 years of experience teaching, mentoring and coaching adults, college students and children.
I believe a good teacher finds how to motivate students, and develop their confidence when working towards a set of clear targets and goals.. Everyone learns differently, and as an experienced teacher, I can help you reach your objectives, in a relaxed and convivial environment.
The key to learning is that it should be fun - I offer stimulating lessons that will enable you to progress more quickly, and, follow-up with additional personal work that assists in areas of weakness, or further challenges you on specific points. I look forward to hearing from you soon!

Location

At teacher's location: Rue du Mont Blanc, Sallanches, France
Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Sallanches, France

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General info

suitcase iconSkills:
English as a second language (esl), English for adults, School
Age:
Preschool children (4-6 years old)
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
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The class is taught in:English, French

About Me

I am easy-going, friendly and approachable.
I believe that you learn best when you are relaxed, and are interested and engaged.
I am clear, consistent and organised in terms of lesson planning and execution, and encourage students at all times to maximise their time speaking during lessons, and give linked follow -up activities for their personal work.

I believe it's important to make mistakes... it's only by doing this we can learn how to correct and improve our abilities.

In my free time I enjoy skiing, walking in the mountains and swimming. I like cooking, photography, listening to music and travelling. At the moment I am trying to learn about web design. For my next big holiday I would love to go on a safari, and locally I would like to learn how to sail...

Education

BA Hons Sport& Human Movement Studies (2:1) University of Wales Institute Cardiff 1996
Cambridge Certificate CELTA 1996 (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)
Post Graduate Certificate of Education (Secondary) English & Sport University of Cheltenham 1999

Experience / Qualifications

I have worked in English schools as a teacher of students aged 8-18. I have taught English to University students, and adults in a range of contexts: preparing for IELTS exams, Business English, English for Tourism from beginners to advanced students. I have worked with the Chambre of Commerce, but also have operated as an Independent teacher for over 10 years.
I have travelled extensively, and taught English in Thailand and Spain, before moving to France in 2003.
I am fully experienced in assessing and evaluating levels of English in accordance with the CECR. I am currently setting up mini-groups locally for children at Primaire, College and Lycee.

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Catherine had prepared a lesson very well suited to my son's age, was very conscientious about the health protocol, and was very kind and comfortable. She quickly identified the subjects that needed to be worked on with my son—and I am American and confirm that his English is on point!
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