Lee

A teacher of 25 years, I mix traditional and modern methods of learning to ensure pupils realise their potential. I am 46, married and a proud father of two lovely daughters, I appreciate how important it is to get decisions on education right. I enjoy keeping fit and have recently discovered running and the sense of achievement and pride one can get from it. I am an approachable person who enjoys the company of family and friends. I like to visit new places and try to make the most of what comes my way.

Tutoring Experience

I am a qualified Spanish teacher with experience in teaching and preparing students for a range of examinations GCSE and A level as well as adult classes and providing bespoke courses for businesses. With 25 years teaching and tutoring experience, I enjoy unlocking the potential in pupils to help them achieve their goals. I have worked in both state and Independent school settings.

Fluent in Spanish with a genuine passion for teaching the subject I love, with a joy of the culture and country. I have experience of teaching Spanish to all age ranges, both adult and children whose wish is to learn for fun and holidays, to GCSE and A-level.

Currently, I enjoy teaching in an independent school setting from 4 - 18 year olds and have many years of tuition experience.

Qualifications I have: BA (Hons) Spanish and Media, PGCE Modern Foreign Languages (Spanish), Post Graduate qualification in Special Educational Needs (SEN).

Tutoring Approach

I believe fun, enjoyment and confidence are the key elements of learning. It is imperative to teach in a variety of ways and establish the best learning style for each individual pupil exploring Visual, Auditory and Kinaesthetic methods of learning. By 'doing' a learner learns and remembers. My initial training as a teacher has helped me to teach any subject effectively. Helping students overcome barriers to learning and making progress are the things I enjoy the most about teaching. I am genuinely passionate about my subjects and in seeing learners reach their potential. I too enjoy the challenge of mastering new things and embracing the notion that you never ever stop learning.

My Spanish classes comprise the key elements of learning in my opinion: fun, enjoyment and confidence. I teach using the 'communicative' methodology that helps to build confidence in the language. Children and adult learners enjoy my lessons and make significant progress. It gives me great pleasure to see and hear learners grow in confidence and be able to communicate effectively in Spanish.