BA History (First Class Honours). Queen Mary, University of London
University of Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA)
Enhanced Disclosure CRB (June 2009)
References are available upon request

Subjects

Interview

Which subject(s) do you teach?
English as a foreign language (all ages and levels),

Academic Skills including: Essay Writing, Effective Reading skills, Listening and note-taking skills, Seminar Participation and Presentation skills.

Business English and English for Specific Purposes (all levels),

IELTS Exam training (Academic and General),

English Literature (National Curriculum and IB),

Humanities Curriculum Support (at National Curriculum and IB), including: English Literature, History, Geography, Sociology, and Philosophy.

Spanish as a foreign language (all ages and all levels)

Curriculum support for International undergraduate students

History at Undergraduate level

Proofreading

Translation: Spanish – English & English - Spanish

Tell me about your qualifications.
BA History (First Class Honours), Queen Mary, University of London

CELTA, Level 4 Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, International House, Barcelona

What kind of experience do you have?
I have been teaching English as a foreign language for over five years in Spain, Czech Republic and Britain. I have taught General English, Business English, English for Academic Purposes, IELTS exam training, Study Skills and Critical Thinking, A-Level and IB Curriculum Support, and English for Specific Purposes courses. Most recently I have been a Teaching Fellow of English for Academic Purposes at the University of London (references available upon request).

How much do you charge?
After conducting a personal needs analysis with each student, I will give you a quote for the course. In general I charge £30 / hour for a minimum session of 1.5 hours each session. However, depending on the length of the course and the needs of the student, this could be negotiable. I also offer reduced rates for group sessions. Please contact me for further information.

Where do you teach?
I teach at home and at students’ homes or workplaces. I currently teach in Islington, Westminster, Camden, Maida Vale, Hackney, Hampstead Heath, Kensington, Notting Hill and Ladbroke Grove. I am willing to travel within London. Please contact me with your requested location.

When are you available?
My availability changes regularly. Please contact me to arrange a time for an informal interview.

Which ages and levels do you teach?
Children (all levels)

Teenagers (all levels)

Adults (All levels)

Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
GCSE’s
A-Levels
International Baccalaureate Diploma
IELTS

Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
Yes, it is an Enhanced CRB from 2009

Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.
Depending on students needs, email, Google Docs or a Virtual Learning Environment

Tell me about some of your current students.
Most of my current and recent students have been international students preparing to study in a British University on either an undergraduate or postgraduate course. I have taught students from all around the world. Over the last couple of years I have taught students from: Saudi Arabia, Lybia, Algeria, Morroco, Turkey, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, China, Taiwan, Japan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand, Brazil, Italy, Germany, Spain and Russia.

Do you have a personal message for students?
Thank you very much for reading my post. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with me if you have any questions. Good luck with your learning!

Articles

Worksheet for Academic Reading and Writing Skills
Subject: English as a Foreign Language (EFL)
Tags: academic skills, iq and intelligence, new scientist, reading skills, summarising skills
Created: 21/01/2011