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Maria

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About Me

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From SpainLiving in London, United Kingdom (08:56 UTC+01:00)

About Me

italki teacher since Oct 31, 2013

I am a qualified and experienced Spanish and French teacher living in London. I hold a B.A.(Hons) in Politics, Philosophy and History from the University of London and a Certificate in English Language Teaching from Cambridge University.

Certificates

CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) - Cambridge University - 2006

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Diploma in Advanced Business French (level 2) - Paris Chamber of Commerce & Industry - 2003Diplôme Approfondi de Français des Affaires (Niveau 2)

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BA (Hons) Politics, Philosophy & History - Birkbeck College (University of London) - 1999

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Diploma in Teacher Training (Spanish & French) - Teacher Training School (Almeria, Spain) - 1986

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Education

2005 - 2006

Other - Certificate in English Language TeachingCambridge University

1983 - 1986

Bachelor’s - Diploma in Teacher Training (French & Spanish)Teacher Training School (Almeria, Spain)

1995 - 1999

Bachelor’s - Philosophy, Politics & HistoryBirkbeck College (University of London)

Work Experience

2011 - Current

Supply teacher and Private tutor (French, Spanish & English)Self-employed - London, United Kingdom

2004 - 2011

Teacher of French and SpanishSeveral secondary schools - London, United Kingdom

2005 - Current

GCSE French examinerEdExcel - London, United Kingdom

2002 - 2003

Arrears/Finance OfficerRichmond Council - London, United Kingdom

1997 - 2003

AdministratorRichmond Council - London, United Kingdom

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Rating

287

Students

2,975

Lessons

100%

Attendance rate

99%

Response rate

5.0

Rating

287

Students

2975

Lessons

100%

Attendance rate

99%

Response rate

Spanish Lessons

Spanish

English

French

Trial Lesson

185 lessons completed

USD 9.00+

Spanish

A1 - C2

Language Essentials

1,661 lessons completed

USD 21.00

Package with 10% off

Informal Tutoring

B1 - C2

Conversation

270 lessons completed

USD 20.00

Package with 15% off

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182 Reviews

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English

French

Gill

3 French lessons

Excellent lesson.

Mar 3, 2026

Gill

3 French lessons

I really enjoyed my first lesson with Maria. Immediately I felt at ease with her. She is pleasant and patient, but also professional and an excellent teacher.

Feb 23, 2026

Christina

6 Spanish lessons

Maria is the best as always!

Jul 25, 2025

Maggie

3 French lessons

I had a great first class with Marie - she made me feel very relaxed, and, honestly, she had me speaking French more comfortably than I knew I could. Thank you, Marie!

Feb 27, 2026

claudio damonte

1 Spanish lesson

Nice and helpful teacher 👍👍👍

Sep 5, 2025

heidi sutton

32 French lessons

Maria is a fantastic teacher. You can tell right off the bat that she is a very experienced and passionate teacher. She makes the lesson challenging enough that you can feel yourself growing, but not to the point of overwhelm. Thrilled to find a teacher that can push me to the next level.

Jul 21, 2025