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Maria
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- Response 1h
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1st lesson free
- English
- Reading
- Literacy
- Classics
English Language Learner teacher for 16 years. I teach English as a second language to kids, teens and adults. I make sure learning takes place before I end every class I handled.
- English
- Reading
- Literacy
- Classics
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About Maria
As an experienced educator, I believe that great teaching empowers students not only to master content, but to build confidence, curiosity, and lifelong learning habits. I take pride in providing high-quality, structured instruction while ensuring every student feels supported, motivated, and capable of success. My approach is built on clarity, consistency, and compassion—I guide students toward strong academic performance while nurturing resilience, critical thinking, and a positive mindset.
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About the lesson
- Primary
- Secondary
- GCSE
- +8
levels :
Primary
Secondary
GCSE
AS Level
A Level
BTEC
Adult Education
Masters
Doctorate
MBA
Nursery
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My Teaching Method and Techniques
I follow a student-centered teaching approach, focusing on understanding each learner’s strengths, needs, and pace. My methods include:
Active learning: discussions, guided practice, and real-world examples
Scaffolding: breaking lessons into manageable steps and gradually increasing complexity
Differentiated instruction: adapting activities and materials for each student’s learning style
Formative feedback: continuous, constructive feedback to help students reflect and improve
Use of multimedia and technology: interactive slides, videos, online quizzes, and collaborative tools
Inquiry-based learning: encouraging students to ask questions, explore, and problem-solve independently
My goal is to develop critical thinkers, confident communicators, and independent learners.
My Typical Lesson Plan
Warm-up / Review (5–10 mins)
Quick review of previous lesson or activity to activate prior knowledge
Learning Objectives (2–3 mins)
Clear goals for what students will achieve by the end of the lesson
Concept Explanation / Demonstration (10–20 mins)
Presentation of new content using examples, stories, and modeling
Guided Practice (10–15 mins)
Students practice new skills with teacher support
Independent Practice / Task (10–20 mins)
Activities, exercises, or real-world application tasks
Assessment / Reflection (5–10 mins)
Exit ticket, short quiz, sharing session, or feedback
Homework / Enrichment (as needed)
Practice tasks or project-based activities to reinforce learning
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Rates
Rate
- £11
Pack prices
- 5h: £55
- 10h: £110
free lessons
The first free lesson with Maria will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
online
- £11/h
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