Rebekah

Until recently I was Head of Modern Languages at Horris Hill Preparatory School. I have taken a break from full-time teaching to look after my newborn son, Mylo. I am keen to put my teaching skills to good use by tutoring individuals and small groups.

I grew up in Switzerland and so have been exposed to multilingualism from an early age; as a child, I spoke English at home, French at school and with friends, and started learning German at the age of seven. I am passionate about languages and am convinced anyone can pick them up—with just a little time and commitment!

In my spare time I enjoy walking, running, playing squash with my hubby and going out for afternoon tea with friends. When the weather is not so good, I like to get stuck into a good foreign novel or film by the fire. I also enjoy travelling to various capitals in Europe and throwing dinner parties.

Availability: Flexible—this can be arranged with the individual tutee.

Willing to travel: 10 miles

Experience: -I taught French, German and Spanish at Horris Hill Preparatory School (September 2015–June 2018). I taught Common Entrance and Scholarship candidates (years 7 and 8). Most of my pupils were preparing to sit papers at Eton, Winchester, Radley and Harrow.

-I completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Education for Independent Schools (PGCE) at the University of Buckingham (September 2017–June 2018).

-I worked for the British Council in Hamburg, in Germany, teaching English in a college for sixth formers and adult learners (August 2012–May 2013). I was responsible for preparing and delivering lessons for twelve different classes a week. I was also involved in organising extra-curricular activities, such as trips to the theatre and longer visits to cities renowned for their culture, literature, and history. I relish the opportunity to share these experiences with other German enthusiasts!

-I undertook a five-month teaching placement at a comprehensive secondary school in Southampton (January–May 2012). I was assisting with French and German lessons and was also responsible for organising cooking clubs which were culture specific. My aim was to motivate young linguists in their studies by relating their lessons to real life situations.

-I taught conversational French to a community of English-speaking ex-patriots in Switzerland (October 2009–January 2010). My pupils included adults and children with ranging abilities, which necessitated individual lesson plans.