Maria J.

Hola!
Are you looking to improve your Spanish or simply start to learn? I am Maria, an experienced and trained native speaking Spanish teacher and I would love to help you. I offer tailored- made classes at different levels: from adult to improve your conversation to help for your GCSE and A-levels and IB classes or exams.
In this lessons, we will work with diverse resources (reading, writing task, grammar practice exercise) and focus mainly on conversation, grammar practice, and comprehension and also by using cultural references as an essential part to understand and use of Spanish language. I will help you to achieve your goals through creative teaching methods building your confidence and conversation from the beginning!
Learning a new language is very satisfying and having learned a foreign language myself, I am aware of how important is to be patient, adaptable, passionate and creative, both student and teacher. If you would like to give it a try or have more questions, do not hesitate and contact me!

Availability: Evenings, weekdays

Willing to travel: 4 miles

Experience: Taunton School October 2013 – Present

Spanish Assistant (October 2013 – Present)
Leading oral practical lessons from Year 11-13 (A Level and International Bachelorette). Duties mostly go from organisation of display activities in the department and creation of resources for various groups for the MFL department to support and organisation of events.

Spanish Teacher (November 2015 – Present)
(Beginners, A-level, IB Language B –standard and high level- and ab initio)
Teaching lessons for different levels from beginners (as an MFL department offer to international students) to intermediate and advanced levels. Performing as a substitute teacher for maternity leave included responsibilities such as preparation of lessons, marking coursework, conducting examination work, reporting of student progress, etc.

Private Tutor (Self- employed)
July 2014 – Present
Year 9-12, adult (individual and group lessons)
Preparation of teaching material and activities aimed for lessons to improve students’ performance regardless of the level (GCSE, A level or adult)