BA (Hons) Spanish & Business Studies
TESOL
Enhanced CRB certificate
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Which subject(s) do you teach?
I teach Spanish, English as a Foreign Language and now offer French, Italian, Portuguese and German language tuition.

Tell me about your qualifications.
I have GCSE Spanish (A), A' Level Spanish (A) and a BA honours degree in Spanish (2:1) from Hull University. I am fluent in Spanish after studying it for over ten years and having lived and studied in Spain.

What kind of experience do you have?
I have enjoyed teaching Spanish for almost seven years to people of all ages, the youngest being just 3 years old and the oldest being over 60. I teach all levels, from complete beginners, young learners, GCSE, A' Level or degree level as well as adults wishing to learn a few phrases for holidays or business trips, or people who plan to live in Spain. I provide recordings of key phrases and vocabulary (mp3/CD) plus a whole variety of learning products that make learning easy and enjoyable. I also offer a professional translation service.

How much do you charge?
I charge £20-£30 per hour depending on the level. This includes all worksheets and exercises plus any extra advice or help between lessons. Depending on the distance there may be a small charge for travel. There are discounts for two-to-one and three-to-one lessons.

Where do you teach?
I mainly teach at home, but am happy to travel to the student's home if required. I teach in Peterborough and the surrounding areas - Stamford, Oundle, Crowland, Bourne, Spalding, March, Helpston, Market Deeping, Baston, Stilton, Ramsey, Whittlesey. I also provide tuition in other areas of the UK.

When are you available?
I am available weekdays, evenings and weekends from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. during both term time and holidays. I am available to contact by telephone or email at any time between lessons for help with problems or queries.

Which ages and levels do you teach?
I teach all ages from 3 years old to 60+ years. I teach all levels including complete beginners, young learners, GCSE, AS, A'-Level, degree level as well as adults returning to learn Spanish after a break or refresher lessons before a holiday or business trip.

Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
GCSE, A-level, degree level exams, IB, DELE, Institute of Linguists exams

Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
Yes, I have an enhanced CRB certificate.

Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.
I offer online lessons via Skype and webcam. Online lessons are also available with native or non-native tutors in French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, German and Chinese. Payment must be made in advance of the lesson. I email any relevant worksheets and exercises a few days before the lesson.

Where and with whom did you train?
Hull University and the University of Valladolid.

Tell me about some of your current students.
My youngest students are aged 3 and 4. They thoroughly enjoy the lessons as I make them as fun and enjoyable as possible using flashcards, games, music, art and stories. It is amazing how quickly children this age pick up new languages. I am helping a family learn as much Spanish as possible before they emigrate to Fuerteventura. I am very proud of the A' Level students that I have been tutoring this past year, as they have all achieved the grades they wanted. I continue to help GCSE students to gain confidence in Spanish for their exams next year.

Do you have a personal message for students?
Learning a foreign language can be one of the most rewarding and worthwhile things you will ever do. You will be amazed at how quickly you learn with one-to-one tuition. I design my lessons to suit individual needs and I work continuously to find new and up-to-date ways to make learning Spanish as effective and as enjoyable as possible. So if you are starting to worry about future exams, contact me and I will help you gain the confidence you need to sail through your exams.

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