Information About Elizabeth Ann - Donabate tutor -

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Personal Description:

A dynamic and highly experienced online tutor of French & Spanish !

Over 25 years experience inclusive of 12 years international teaching experience, 9 of which were in France and 3 in Spain at secondary level.
Registered fully with the teaching council in Spanish,French & English.

My qualifications include a double honours degree, an honours PGDE and further PG Diploma in Spanish.
My teaching background in Ireland, includes a broad range of secondary schools in addition to tailor made tuition for exams.

Tutoring Experience:

My career commenced as a 'répétitrice' / 'assistante' at a private secondary school in Haute Savoie, ESCR.
In addition, I taught English for 2 years in Lyon & 7 years in Paris in 'formation continue' language schools. Furthermore, I taught both English and French in Valencia (where I lived for 3.5 years) at a secondary school. I am currently teaching French, Spanish at secondary level full time where my students have been very successful in their exams.

Approach to Grinds:

With dynamic lessons and immediate follow up, I help you maintain your motivation to succeed while you integrate your new language skills into your life !

As I have learnt four foreign languages, I am very patient and can facilitate your learning with tailor made strategies for your unique learner style !

Tuition subjects offered
Term term

1) Spanish & French

* Junior Cert Common level
* Leaving Cert Higher & Ordinary level

Mock preparation
Part time summer tuition beginners & refreshers.( small limited places).

Preparation for French & Spanish orals for April !

2) University level French

Language and Literature.
Presentation practice.

A careful blend of digital and authentic resources form an integral part of your tuition.

I adore teaching and seeing my students' progress.
All my students improve vastly and achieve very high results.

Your Questions Answered.

1) How will my tuition be structured?

*Following an initial lesson,the lessons are in bundles of 5.

These can be renewed after each mini course.

Is there an option for 2 classes per week?

Nearer exams, Easter break & prior to the French & Spanish mocks, orals summer/ university exams.

2) Can I choose my own timetable ?

I will do my very best to accommodate your request if feasible.

3) What is the cost of my lessons ?

If the student is happy with the teaching methods, teaching style and progress after their first lesson and wishes to continue, these are payable in advance as part of their tailor made course of 5.

€Tuition rates from August 2025 for all new students : € 170 for 5 zoom lessons

The first lesson is paid in advance also.

If happy with the initial lesson, a bundle of 5 can then be booked at € 170.

4) How can I be assured I am making progress in my language?

Your new language competency, your results and your newly acquired confidence will all attest to your real progress and keep you motivated !

5 ) Are learning tips and strategies provided ?

Absolutely, each lesson is tailored made to suit the learners aims and style and with relevant linked digital resources!



Rescheduling policy *

If you need to reschedule a lesson,I request 24 hours notice where possible,and I will hold the lesson as per my longstanding policy.
Should a student wish to switch their Wednesday lesson to a Saturday slot, I offer this flexibility with reasonable notice.

Please email with any specific enquiry prior to considering lessons which I will happy to answer.

I look forward to helping you on your language journey !

À très bientôt !

Hasta muy pronto !