Alex P.

I'm a friendly and enthusiastic teacher of Spanish who loves teaching, learning and studying. I'm a teacher of English and Spanish. I've studied to teach both languages. I really enjoy teaching Spanish and showing my culture to all those who want to learn. I've been teaching for 23 years and I've been tutoring online for 5 years. So, I'm patient and enthusiastic. When I teach, I cater for communication and I try to develop the intercultural competence in all my students. I'm a M.A. in Contemporary Literature written in English. I wrote my thesis on the novel The Whale Rider by Witi Ihimaera. I love tea. In fact I'm a tea sommelier (I have a certificate) and I enjoy tasting different teas and blends. I'm fond of nature and outdoor activities. I'm interestered in literature and films, especially in The Hunger Games and Star Wars (my kids names start with LS like Luke and Leia Skywalker). Lower level: English as a second language and Spanish GSCE: Spanish A levels: Spanish Higher level: Spanish Languages: Spanish native speaker and teacher. English (I'm a graduated EFL teacher and MA in Contemporary Literature written in English and Fulbrighter) Preferred student age  group: Children (ages 8 onwards), teenagers and adults who want to learn to communicate in Spanish and work on their language proficiency. I offer a theme-based approach with communicative tasks and focus on language functions. I work with the 4 macro-skills and I adjust the content to the students' ages. Everything we do is applied to the students' own life, personal environment and context.

I am student at Aston university studying Optometry. My course is a 4 year course. In my free time, I like to cook and bake and apply henna. I enjoy watching tv shows and movies. I’m a very organised and honest person who is always friendly to the people around me.

Subjects and sevels I teach: Maths HL, Maths LL Physics HL, Physics LL English TESOL, IELTS, English as an Additional Language Exam Board experience: Edexcel (former examiner), AQA, IGCSE Edexcel, 11+, Common, Entrance, private school entry exams SEND (Special Education Needs and Disability) experience: I have extensive experience with a wide variety of special educational needs as well as those with disabilities and additional needs. Former student issues I have supported include ADHA, dyslexia, dyscalculia, anxiety, depression, bipolar Preferred student age group: Secondary, Sixth Form, GCSE, A-Level About you: I have been in the education industry for nearly thirty years. I have lived and worked on three continents, enjoying such diversity as Kenya, Spain, Ecuador, Gran Canaria, Portugal (Braga), Azerbaijan, Guernsey and Portugal (Porto). I now live in semi-retirement near London, in Surrey. I have been a Headteacher, Principal, Deputy Head, Head of Department and classroom practitioner throughout this time. I have delivered the national curriculum throughout this time following awarding body specifications for GCSE Maths, A Level Maths, A Level Further Maths, GCSE Physics and A Level Physics. I have taught students who are academically gifted and talented, struggling with mental or medical health issues as well as those who are disaffected with education. I have always retained a passionate enthusiasm to facilitate learning and enhance the lives of those I consider a privilege to invest time with. When I'm not helping others with their learning, I enjoy time with loved ones engaging in physical pursuits like swimming, cycling, and cooking.

I have recently graduated from Exeter university with a degree in mathematics and I'm soon to start my masters in applied data science. I have been tutoring since September 2023 and look forward to having many more tutees. I'm a friendly tutor looking to help both GCSE and A level students.