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Mrs. Jallane - English, EFL (Cambridge FCE, IELTS) Tuition, Cello Lessons in NW London

Mrs. Sonia Jallane Key Stage 1 English Tutor (North West London)

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  • London (NW8) View on map
  • Last Logged In: 26 Apr 2012
  • Sex: Female
  • Can Travel To: N WC
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  • Professional Qualification BEd (Hons) English II:II
  • Professional Qualification TEFL Prep. Cert. (for teaching English to Foreign Language Speakers) / Cello Teaching RSA Certificate
  • Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) Check CRB Clear
  • Professional Membership General Teaching Council/ NUT
  • References References are available upon request

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Personal Message
I am committed to teaching English at all levels, to students of all ages, nationalities and backgrounds. I consider the requirements of individual learners and build programmes around each individual to support their needs.
Which subject(s) do you teach?
English, and Beginner to Advanced 'Cello
Tell me about your qualifications.
B Ed Hons in English/ TEFL Certificate / Cello Teaching Diploma LTCL .
What kind of experience do you have?
My experience is extensive. I have taught English and 'cello to private students of all ages, as well as teaching in a number of language schools in my early years. For the last ten years I have been a teacher and co-ordinator of Music and English as a Second language in primary schools in London.
How much do you charge?
£30 an hour/£50 for 2 hours within central London / + travel costs (generally a bus card for the day @ £4.00) Any further distances, out of Zone 2, add another £5 Discounts come with block bookings and/or group rates
Where do you teach?
Generally at home, but would consider a radius of 4-5 miles from where I am based.
When are you available?
Recently self employed, so have availability, including after school and holidays.
Which ages and levels do you teach?
All ages
Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
From SATs to degree level including ESOL : Cambridge First Certificate and Proficiency
Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
I had been cleared by the school I worked in, until January 2012.
Do you belong to any professional organisations?
I am a member of the General Teaching Council and of the National Union of Teachers.
Where and with whom did you train?
I trained at Westminster College, Oxford, then at International House in London for the TEFL qualification. In my early days in London, I studied with the eminent cellists Eileen Croxford RCM; Stefan Popov Guildhall; and Christopher Bunting RCM.
Tell me about some of your current students.
Currently I am teaching two A level students for their AS2 Literature strand, a GCSE English student , an 11+ student and a Year 5 foreign national who needs to improve her Literacy, a student for the Cambridge Proficiency exam and another for IELTS.
Do you have a personal message for students?
I love teaching and many students are still in touch with me, years after completing their studies. I adapt my teaching style to suit your personal needs, playing to your strengths and building confidence in areas of weakness. I enjoy teaching Literature and Language and can help you enjoy the subject if you are struggling!

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