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Maria

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About Me

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From SpainLiving in London, United Kingdom (16:37 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

300

Students

3,097

Lessons

100%

Attendance rate

99%

Response rate

5.0

Rating

300

Students

3097

Lessons

100%

Attendance rate

99%

Response rate

Spanish Lessons

Spanish

English

French

Trial Lesson

195 lessons completed

USD 9.00+

Spanish

A1 - C2

Language Essentials

1,725 lessons completed

USD 21.00

Package with 10% off

Informal Tutoring

B1 - C2

Conversation

278 lessons completed

USD 20.00

Package with 15% off

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184 Reviews

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English

French

Kunmi

1 French lesson

I have just had my first/trial class with Maria, which was brief but effective. We were able to assess my needs and next steps

Apr 15, 2026

Gill

5 French lessons

Excellent lesson.

Mar 3, 2026

Gill

5 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

tiphaine moncuit

2 Spanish lessons

Première leçon engageante qui m'a donné envie de prendre d'autres cours avec Maria, j'ai beaucoup apprécié sa sympathie et la variété des questions posées pour évaluer mon niveau. Je recommande!

Apr 2, 2026

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