Information About Gemma - Y Felinheli teacher - (22 reviews)
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Languages Taught
French |
Price Guide |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
English |
Price Guide |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
| Expert | £40.00 |
Italian |
Price Guide |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
Spanish |
Price Guide |
| Beginner | £40.00 |
| Intermediate | £40.00 |
| Advanced | £40.00 |
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Personal Description:
I am an experienced language tutor with a first class degree in Modern Languages from Southampton University as well as a TEFL qualification. I studied French, Spanish and Italian and have spent several years living and tutoring in Italy, Spain and South America. I'm a very cheerful and enthusiastic person, and most importantly, I really enjoy tutoring!
Teaching Experience:
Along with several years of tutoring experience in Spain and Italy, I also taught English as a foreign language in an Italian high school for one year, taking classes of up to 30 students. Since returning, I have continued to work in languages, including transcription and translation, as well as tutoring students of all ages. Tutoring has been my full time job for over 6 years, so you are guaranteed lessons of excellent quality.
Teaching Approach:
My background in Linguistics means that my lessons plans are unique; I will tailor classes to your needs and goals, whether you want to focus on conversation, grammar or are studying towards a particular exam. Learning French, Spanish or Italian with me, a non-native speaker, can be much more successful than learning from a native; since I have already been through the learning process myself, I understand the challenges you face and how best to overcome them. Whichever level you are at, my lessons will be aimed at being captivating and stimulating, because the more you enjoy something, the more you learn!
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Native Language: English (British)
Availability: Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Availability: Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Qualifications:
- University of Southampton (2014) - BA Modern Languages (Bachelors) (✔ On File)
Gemma's Feedback
| Total Amount Of Feedback: | 22 |
| Total Positive Feedback: |
GemmaFrom Huw (5/5): Gemma demonstrates great care in the way she clearly plans the lessons,and she is very patient and encouraging in her teaching style.
Reply from: Gemma: Thank you so much for that lovely feedback, Huw. I look forward to seeing you progress in your Italian journey over the coming months!
From Emyr (/5): Couldn’t ask for a better tutor, gracias.
Reply from: Gemma: Gracias, Emyr!
From Linda (/5): My first tutorial with Gemma was excellent, she structured the lesson perfectly
I look forward to the next one!
I look forward to the next one!
Reply from: Gemma: Thank you very much for your lovely feedback, Linda!
From Peter (/5): Gemma is a very engaging and fun teacher with a vast knowledge of Spanish culture as well as the language. In a relatively short space of time, my ability in reading, writing, listening to and speaking Spanish has increased significantly and I feel much more confident about the prospect of using the language when on holiday. Gemma's lessons are always well crafted and very practical as well as highly enjoyable. Her lessons push me and give me the confidence to speak Spanish effectively, even when I don't believe in myself. My Spanish lessons are something I look forward to every week and I would thoroughly recommend Gemma as a tutor.
Reply from: Gemma: Thank you for your wonderful comments, Peter! I’m so pleased you’re enjoying our lessons and that your confidence is growing. You have made a huge amount of progress since we started! Keep up the good work!
From Ashley (/5): I've really enjoyed my first 6 weeks of French lessons with Gemma. Gemma tries to be as flexible as possible with the timing of our weekly lessons, so i can fit in lessons around my other commitments - she arranged a catch up session when my work commitments meant that I was unable to make a lesson in a particular week.
Gemma mixes up the format of lessons, using a variety of different lessons and learning styles. This keeps me interested and allows me to figure out how i learn best. Gemma is also always happy to answer my (many!) questions.
Perhaps most importantly, the lessons are fun and Gemma is good at keeping me motivated.
Gemma mixes up the format of lessons, using a variety of different lessons and learning styles. This keeps me interested and allows me to figure out how i learn best. Gemma is also always happy to answer my (many!) questions.
Perhaps most importantly, the lessons are fun and Gemma is good at keeping me motivated.
Reply from: Gemma: Thank you so much for your feedback, Ashley. You are a pleasure to teach and always have great questions!
I look forward to many more lessons with you!
I look forward to many more lessons with you!
From Richard (/5): I have been learning Spanish on a weekly basis with Gemma for almost 2 years and, whilst Gemma would be better placed than me to assess my progress, I feel that I now have a good understanding of the language and of what is involved to improve further. Although the continuing pandemic has made it necessary for all classes during the last 9 months to proceed via video link, I do not feel that this has hindered my progress in any way. Gemma has an excellent knowledge of Spanish and clearly enjoys helping others to learn and improve. She is always punctual, cheerful and very patient and explains all new concepts very clearly. I would have no hesitation in recommending Gemma to anyone who wishes to either learn or improve their knowledge and understanding of the Spanish language.
Reply from: Gemma: Thank you for your wonderful comments, Richard! You have taken to Spanish like a fish to water!
From Paul (/5): Gemma worked 1:1 with an A Level Italian student… Gemma was fantastic throughout every session coming with planned tasks and very accommodating to the students needs. The student now feels confident to sit her A Level Italian exam. I would highly recommend Gemma again.
Reply from: Gemma: Thank you for your comments, Paul! It was a pleasure working with you both. I wish her the best of luck!
From Teresa (/5): I find Gemma to be an excellent tutor! Gemma plans and prepares lessons very well to cater for my ability (intelligence, age and speed!) using the classic "Pasos" course in Spanish. She is clearly both professional and enthusiastic in her teaching with obvious great ability and love of language. Together with the encouragement and support I receive, I always leave my lesson feeling uplifted with a great sense of achievement and feeling happy! Muchas Gracias Gemma x
Reply from: Gemma: Hi Teresa,
Thank you for you lovely comments. You are such a pleasure to teach and bring so much enthusiasm to class. I always look forward to our lessons :)
Hasta luego!
Thank you for you lovely comments. You are such a pleasure to teach and bring so much enthusiasm to class. I always look forward to our lessons :)
Hasta luego!
From Ahmad (/5): Gemma is an extremely committed, dedicated and very friendly and smiley teacher. She has a plan and knows exactly what to do. She is using a variety of teaching methods including singing and performing. She checks on your revision, progress and understanding. Simply put, Gemma is the right person to teach you. I do recommend her with great confidence that you will enjoy the lesson. Thank you Gemma.
Reply from: Gemma: Thank you so much for those wonderful comments, Ahmad! I very much enjoy teaching Kholod and she is progressing so well. I look forward to seeing her develop her English skills even further.
From Sophie (/5): Gemma was fantastic and really helped with my son’s GCSE French revision. I would highly recommend her.
Reply from: Gemma: Thank You, Sophie. Jamie was a pleasure to teach. I wish him all the best for his exams!
From Kate (/5): Gemma is very calm and nurturing. My daughter really enjoys her sessions with Gemma
I’d highly recommend
I’d highly recommend
Reply from: Gemma: Thanks, Kate! Beth is a pleasure to teach.
From Christopher (/5): Although I've got to know Gemma for a short while, I can safely say she is a very committed tutor. She has given her priority and time to me whenever help was needed. She responds quickly and is very patient to her students. If prices were cheaper would be easier for students to afford haha! Thank you Gemma!
Reply from: Gemma: Hi Chris,
Thanks for your kind comments! I hope you had a very happy Christmas and that you have a great year ahead of you :)
Thanks for your kind comments! I hope you had a very happy Christmas and that you have a great year ahead of you :)
From James (/5): I have only recently begun learning Spanish with Gemma and already I feel I am making good progress. In 3 lessons I am able to translate basic conversations into English and create paragraphs in Spanish with very little mistakes.
For me, the way Gemma structures the lessons works perfectly. There is a perfect balance between speaking, written and translation which works well with my style of learning. I am very happy that I found Gemma and always look forward to our lessons.
For me, the way Gemma structures the lessons works perfectly. There is a perfect balance between speaking, written and translation which works well with my style of learning. I am very happy that I found Gemma and always look forward to our lessons.
Reply from: Gemma: Thanks for your kind words, James! I'm really glad you're enjoying the lessons; you are progressing really well already!
From Trevor (/5): Gemma has been teaching my six year old daughter Spanish over the summer holidays. I have been so impressed with Gemma's ability to enthuse, engage and teach such a young child. She makes her lessons funs, interactive and extremely effective. Thank you Gemma you have been brilliant!
Reply from: Gemma: Thank you for those lovely words. Amelia is a wonderful student and a real credit to you! I look forward to our next lesson!
From Tom (/5): Lessons are well planned, and catering for my level. Gemma is well versed in both Latin American and European Spanish, knowing local intricacies of both dialects. I always enjoy our lessons, and appear to be progressing well.
All in all, I would certainly recommend.
All in all, I would certainly recommend.
Reply from: Gemma: Thank you for your kind words Tom! You’re doing brilliantly :)
From Janice (/5): Gemma is a perfect tutor! Her teaching method is very helpful for me. Also, She is so positive and patient. I strongly recommand.
Reply from: Gemma: Thank you Janice! You are a pleasure to teach!
From William (/5): Gemma did an excellent job in preparing my son for his Spanish GCSE, she is diligent,hard working, efficient and did a great job in keeping my son focused on his Spanish
Reply from: Gemma: Thank you, Bill! I hope the exam went well for Caspar. It was great to work with him; I’m sure he’ll do brilliantly in his exams.
From Alison (/5): Gemma is an outstanding teacher. I am having French and Spanish lessons with her. I am intermediate French and beginner Spanish and Gemma adapts the lessons perfectly to what I need for the stage I am at in each language. She is always well prepared and lessons are enjoyable.
Reply from: Gemma: Thank you, Alison!
From Alex (/5): so far so good! learning Spanish as a beginner, so far loving the lessons, seem well structured and at an ideal pace.
Would quite happily recommend to others
Would quite happily recommend to others
Reply from: Gemma: Thanks Alex :)
From William (/5): Gemma is helpful, patient, relaxed and very encouraging… Merci… William
Reply from: Gemma: Thank you, William!
From Kelly (/5): Gemma has offered exactly what we asked for. Definitely recommend!
Reply from: Gemma: Thank you, Kelly! Lex and Noah are great students and lovely kids to teach.
From Louise (/5): Gemma is obviously an extremely talented linguist and a very able tutor. She prepares for each lesson thoroughly and takes note of areas which require particular attention in the future. Gemma is also able to differentiate within the lesson, between students with varying knowledge. She is punctual in arrival, reliable and extremely professional in her approach. We would have no hesitation in recommending her to other prospective clients. We look forward to many more lessons and being able ultimately to hold a conversation with our Spanish neighbours!
(Gemma, please use this feedback as you see fit!)
(Gemma, please use this feedback as you see fit!)
Reply from: Gemma: Thank you, Louise! It is always a pleasure to come and teach you both!