Information About Amira - Pontypridd teacher - (41 reviews)
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Amira offers a discount of 25% on their first / introductory lesson!
Arabic |
Price Guide |
| Beginner | £45.00 |
| Intermediate | £45.00 |
| Advanced | £45.00 |
| Expert | £50.00 |
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Personal Description:
My name is Amira and I am originally from Egypt. I have an MA and PhD in comparative Literature from Egypt, I also have a second MA in translation and interpreting from UK. I studies teaching Arabic for non-speakers in Cairo University and in the American University in Cairo. Now, I am resident in UK, Cardiff. I have my own Arabic teaching Centre and teaching Arabic is my full time job.
Teaching Experience:
I have been teaching since 1995. I taught first in Egypt and then moved to UK. In UK, I have a wide experience in teaching Arabic for non-speakers. I teach Arabic for beginners (children and adults). I teach Arabic for understanding Quran and Sunna. I also teach Arabic GCSE, and A Level.
Teaching Approach:
My tutoring approach is based on my students' needs and background. I am a customer oriented tutor. So, the needs of my student direct me towards choosing the right material for him/her and choosing the most appropriate tutoring techniques. That is because I cover a wide range of client categories with regard to the age group and needs as well.
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Native Language: Arabic
Additional Languages: Arabic, English (British)
Availability: Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Additional Languages: Arabic, English (British)
Availability: Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Qualifications:
- Swansea University (2017) - Translation and Interpreting (Masters) (✔ On File)
- The American University in Cairo (2015) - Teaching Arabic as a Foreign Language (Professional) (✔ On File)
Amira's Feedback
| Total Amount Of Feedback: | 41 |
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AmiraFrom Zainab (5/5): Amira is a fantastic, patient tutor who is very supportive of beginner learners. She has an excellent system for teaching and uses lots of resources that she shares with her students. She is very friendly and I really look forward to our lessons together. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who wishes to learn Arabic.
From Ian (/5): Amira was fantastic. It was an unusual request (helping me in an emergency to raise some visas for my company in Arabic for the State of Qatar).
But she was patient, thoughtful, tried to destress me and overall, a very kind and generous person.
I would highly recommend her as a tutor.
But she was patient, thoughtful, tried to destress me and overall, a very kind and generous person.
I would highly recommend her as a tutor.
From Ahmed (/5): Amira was extremely helpful. She was very professional and tried her best to accommodate our requests…
From Erika (/5): Amira is fantastic. Lessons are very easy to follow and thorough I already feel like I’m making progress. I would recommend Amira without hesitation.
From Mahreen (/5): Amira is very professional. Her lessons are well planned and she is happy to deviate if I have other grammar questions. She provides constructive feedback. Thank you
From Jack (/5): Amira is a great Arabic tutor. I am thoroughly enjoying my lessons with her. They have great structure and I feel like I am learning very quickly. Amira is also excellent at explaining points that are trickier in a clear and concise way. I would definitely recommend Amira to anyone wanting to learn Arabic.
From Emma (/5): Amira is really professional in her communications and in giving feedback about the students she is seeing. Tuition is over for this year but I am looking forward to working with her next year.
From Oliver (/5): If you are looking for a tutor in Cardiff for Arabic language, Amira should be your first consideration. The way Amira teaches Arabic is very straightforward and understandable, and if there’s ever a concept which a student doesn’t understand, Amira is very helpful in explaining in extra detail. She has an excellent method of teaching and I have really enjoyed my lessons so far. I would definitely recommend her for anyone wanting to begin or improve their Arabic language!
From Musab (/5): Amira was a great help with my A-levels this year, without her I would have been struggling! I seriously recommend her as a tutor. She is patient and has great English as well as Arabic, 10/10 experience recommend for anyone new to learning Arabic or anyone who needs help with their current understanding of Arabic.
From Heather (/5): Quick to respond
From Shonagh (/5): Amira is an excellent and professional teacher! I was very apprehensive about learning Arabic but she quickly put me at ease.
She is always encouraging, everything is clear and, after several lessons, I feel I have learned quite a lot! Amira is always ready and willing to offer extra help if it’s wanted via recordings. I had one lesson in which I was tired, and not able to concentrate so well - Amira was kind, patient and understanding, which I really appreciated; the following week I was back on track!
I would highly recommend Amira
She is always encouraging, everything is clear and, after several lessons, I feel I have learned quite a lot! Amira is always ready and willing to offer extra help if it’s wanted via recordings. I had one lesson in which I was tired, and not able to concentrate so well - Amira was kind, patient and understanding, which I really appreciated; the following week I was back on track!
I would highly recommend Amira
From Anthony (/5): Amira has been a very understanding and helpful tutor during my lessons so far.
I would recommend her to anyone looking to start out learning basic Arabic.
I would recommend her to anyone looking to start out learning basic Arabic.
From Nishat (/5): Amira is very helpful and provides explanations during the individual lessons which help you to understand the language much more easily. I am enjoying my lessons with her and glad i decided to go with her.
From Charlie (/5): Wonderful tutor and I continue to enjoy all of our lessons. She is thorough and provides structure to lessons and homework to enable effective progress.
From Nicola (/5): I’ve had 3 lessons now with Amira and I know I’ve made the right choice. Amira is meticulous, methodical and very well organised. I feel she uses suitable material, and gets a good balance between keeping on track and being willing to digress if I have questions.
From Mustafa (/5): Highly professional, patient and friendly teacher, my sons learning with Amira is relaxing and enjoyable would highly recommend anyone wishing to learn Arabic. 5 stars from me and my son!
From Rute (/5): Not only are the lessons laid out clearly, with great support material, the teacher is also extremely accommodating with scheduling, homework and responding to curiosity questions. Timing is carefully observed and the tone is also friendly and professional.
Learning with lessons through Skype is also very convenient. After trying to learn by myself before and giving up on that, I can assure you that the language doesn't seem half as difficult to learn and understand with these lessons. One of my favourite things is that Arabic is taught as a language per se, in context but not as a channel to religion, as I have experienced before with some language books, so I am free to ask if I want and learn just as much as I like.
Learning with lessons through Skype is also very convenient. After trying to learn by myself before and giving up on that, I can assure you that the language doesn't seem half as difficult to learn and understand with these lessons. One of my favourite things is that Arabic is taught as a language per se, in context but not as a channel to religion, as I have experienced before with some language books, so I am free to ask if I want and learn just as much as I like.
From Mustafa (/5): Professional. Has a wealth of knowledge that she conveys in a relatable and effortless manner. Highly recommended for all levels of ability.
From Haidee (/5): I have just started lessons and am enjoying it so far.
From Paul (/5): Dr Amira is a very good teacher. My only reason for not giving a 5 star feedback is due to the quality of the video quality when having online lessons. This is, however, acceptable in order to access such good quality tuition.
Reply from: Amira: You are most welcome Paul though I feel sorry about the internet quality which is beyond my control of course. Thank you :)
From Steve (/5): I am really enjoying my arabic lessons with Amira, who clearly understands the fundamentals of learning a new language and has already helped me surpass my first expectations of what I might be able to achieve!
From Akeela (/5): Amira is by far one of the best tutors I have had the pleasure of learning with. A big part of is learning is having a very good understanding from the tutor about the person they are teaching and how to explain things in different ways… Amira is excellent at this and uses a variety of methods to teach me. I am learning Arabic to be able to speak it in various Arab countries for work and I was very nervous due to always not being able to remember things, Amira helps me alot with this. She uses the latest literature and what sets her apart from others who have previous taught me is she creates her own learning tools too. Flash cards, posters etc. I find these very helpful. I would highly recommend Amira to anyone as I have had nothing but a great experience.
From Anneli (/5): Amira is a well organised teacher who teaches according to the needs of the individual student. She supplies her own material to enhance understanding of the coursework covered. She's clear and encouraging in her explanations. My son is very happy with her as his teacher.
From Shahida (/5): Hi Amira
I was looking for an Arabic tutor to ultimately support me in my lifelong goal of reading the Quran well in Arabic. I had tried over many years and struggled to secure a tutor that could provide this 1 to 1 tuition in person. I had never really considered Skype and whilst scouring the net for a tutor, I stumbled across First Tutors. I read the profiles of tutors and was drawn to yours due to the qualifications and experience you had. After making initial contact, you were very quick to respond and maintained communication which was key. We quickly established sound working practices, establishing how we would communicate before, during and in between sessions. You have an extremely professional, yet relaxed way of tutoring. You are punctual and reliable and where either of us has needed to look at rescheduling, we have communicated well to do this. The pace of our sessions has been well matched to my abilities I feel, offering further clarification where it has been needed or to satisfy my curiosity ;). Homework is regular and manageable and a good system established to send through this work ahead of, or at the start of sessions. When learning I think it's important to make it fun and relaxed, which you also do. It's very clear during our sessions how learned and experienced you are and bringing this wealth of knowledge to the sessions has bred a deep seated respect for you and confidence in your abilities to help me achieve my ultimate goal.
Best wishes
Shahida
I was looking for an Arabic tutor to ultimately support me in my lifelong goal of reading the Quran well in Arabic. I had tried over many years and struggled to secure a tutor that could provide this 1 to 1 tuition in person. I had never really considered Skype and whilst scouring the net for a tutor, I stumbled across First Tutors. I read the profiles of tutors and was drawn to yours due to the qualifications and experience you had. After making initial contact, you were very quick to respond and maintained communication which was key. We quickly established sound working practices, establishing how we would communicate before, during and in between sessions. You have an extremely professional, yet relaxed way of tutoring. You are punctual and reliable and where either of us has needed to look at rescheduling, we have communicated well to do this. The pace of our sessions has been well matched to my abilities I feel, offering further clarification where it has been needed or to satisfy my curiosity ;). Homework is regular and manageable and a good system established to send through this work ahead of, or at the start of sessions. When learning I think it's important to make it fun and relaxed, which you also do. It's very clear during our sessions how learned and experienced you are and bringing this wealth of knowledge to the sessions has bred a deep seated respect for you and confidence in your abilities to help me achieve my ultimate goal.
Best wishes
Shahida
From William (/5): As a new adult learner I have found Amira very helpful, understanding and supportive in my efforts to learn this wonderful language. Amira clearly explains pronunciation, grammar and sentence structure in a way that makes it easy to quickly pick things up and get speaking confidently in no time. Thanks Amira!
From Kintibye (/5): Amira has been very supportive in providing A Level tutoring for my son. Amira has a professional and kind approach, aswell as a good rapport with my son. Skype classes are prompt and regular; she has supplied a list the literature required. We feel lucky to have found her.
From Yasmin (/5): Amira is a great tutor! She works to suit my specific needs and goes the extra mile to make sure I have all the material I need. I am really enjoying my lessons with her and I’m making progress a lot quicker than I thought thanks to all her help.
From Abeer (/5): We are so happy with Amira, I couldn’t believe that I could find a professional tutor on line , she is very well organised and knows very well what she is doing, very confident and most of all she is so good with children, very kind, helpful and so patient.
From Nada (/5): Amira is a great tutor. She is so experienced and adaptable to each child’s needs. She is a very supportive, understanding and reliable teacher. I would definitely recommend her!
From Lester (/5): Very enthusiastic and patient teacher. Lovely person - a pleasure to have met her.
Reply from: Amira: Thank you Lester. The pleasure is mine. It is always lovely to teach a hard working learner like you.
From Samia (/5): Amira is flexible with her teaching patterns, patient and encouraging, adapting the pace of lessons to suit my learning style. I really look forward to my lessons with Amira and am learning Arabic with confidence each week.
From James (/5): Amira is a very committed and professional Arabic teacher. I have been learning with Amira for a couple of months and have really enjoyed the journey so far. Amira provides extra material that she has written to aid her lessons as she is also an interpreter. This is a huge benefit as she understands the differences in grammar that will be important for learners looking to read and write in Arabic.
I am interested in learning the culture as well as the language; she has been able to give a detailed insight into this, which I feel I would struggle to find online. Amira is very calm and patient which helps the learner feel at ease during lessons. She is contactable outside of class if the learner has any questions. I am very pleased with my progress and I wish to continue with my studies for the next 2-4 years before moving to the middle east for work.
I am interested in learning the culture as well as the language; she has been able to give a detailed insight into this, which I feel I would struggle to find online. Amira is very calm and patient which helps the learner feel at ease during lessons. She is contactable outside of class if the learner has any questions. I am very pleased with my progress and I wish to continue with my studies for the next 2-4 years before moving to the middle east for work.
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From Eleanor (/5): Amira is a great tutor, she is very flexible with lesson times and goes through the material as fast or as slow as you need to understand it. I would 100% recommend her!!
Reply from: Amira: Thank you Elie, I really enjoy teaching to you.
From Sydney (/5): Amira is an excellent tutor, she is professional and well organised. We receive materials for lessons in advance and she is happy to offer any additional information for materials that support learning Arabic. My thirteen year old daughter enjoys learning with Amira and finds her to be kind and very supportive. She is feeling more confident as she is able to work at her own pace. I would highly recommend Amira for anyone with children wanting to learn Arabic.
Sydney
Sydney
From Claire (/5): I contacted Amira to see if she could conduct a GCSE Arabic speaking exam at my school. She was very responsive and professional, making the student feel at ease and therefore perform very well. I'm really glad that I found Amira and wouldn't hesitate to contact her for future Arabic students.
Reply from: Amira: Thank you Claire.
From Roweida (/5): Amira is an excellent tutor. She is patient and takes her time and explains everything very well. Approachable and flexible. I would recommend her lessons to anyone wanting to learn Arabic.
Reply from: Amira: Thank you Roweida.
From Eskandar (/5): Amira is very professional and good at what she does. She is an excellent teacher and very passionate and committed to her students. I consider myself fortunate to have found such an instructor on First Tutors.
Reply from: Amira: Thank you Eskandar, you are most welcome
From Sechi (/5): Amira is great!
She makes sure the lesson is suited to your ability and sends you all the materials beforehand.
She also tries to make learning Arabic enjoyable by suggesting all sorts of ways to get immersed into the language such as listening to old and new songs.
I would recommend her as a tutor because she's super helpful, organised and ensures that each lesson is suited to your learning needs.
She makes sure the lesson is suited to your ability and sends you all the materials beforehand.
She also tries to make learning Arabic enjoyable by suggesting all sorts of ways to get immersed into the language such as listening to old and new songs.
I would recommend her as a tutor because she's super helpful, organised and ensures that each lesson is suited to your learning needs.
From Josef (/5): Amira has been incredibly helpful! She is very professional and committed. It is clear that she has bags of experience in teaching Arabic and has been of great benefit to my own language progression so far.
She is very considerate of the students particular needs, weaknesses and strengths and flexibly plans each lesson accordingly. I feel very fortunate and would *strongly* recommend Amira for anyone wishing to learn arabic in the future.
She is very considerate of the students particular needs, weaknesses and strengths and flexibly plans each lesson accordingly. I feel very fortunate and would *strongly* recommend Amira for anyone wishing to learn arabic in the future.
Reply from: Amira: Thank you Josef. You are most welcome.
From Samreen (/5): Amira is an excellent teacher. She is very supportive and goes out of her way to make sure I understand everything I am being taught. I get all material for my course in advance on time and everything is properly organised according to my needs for learning. I am happily working towards my goals with her support.
Samreen
Samreen