Mary
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Mary
Professional Teacher
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
French
English is a window to the world! I help English language learners become confident English speakers
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
French
English is a window to the world! I help English language learners become confident English speakers
From United KingdomLiving in Toulouse, France (21:14 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Dec 4, 2018Interest topicTravelEnvironment & NatureArtScienceTech
Hello, my name is Mary. I was born in England and I'm a native English speaker. I'd love to be your teacher and help you improve your language skills. I have an accredited TEFL teaching certificate and LOTS of experience teaching experience, online and in the classroom. I have a master's degree in Fine Art. I lived in New York for 25 years and I used to work at the Museum of Modern Art. I've traveled extensively and am currently living in France so I definitely know what it is like to live in new cultures and how challenging it can be to learn a new language! Learning English with me is fun and relaxed, I have helped lots of people improve their confidence and fluency.Me as a Teacher
My classes include a focus on conversation, basic grammar in context, functional phrases, sentence structure, pronunciation, intonation, stress, and fluency. I can help you to speak confidently in everyday life situations. I adapt my classes to your level and focus on your specific needs. I've helped many students get great jobs because they were well-prepared for their interviews. I've been teaching here on Italki for more than 5 years and have watched students move from low levels to advanced. Have a look at some of my testimonials! You will be amazed how much progress you can make working one-on-one with a native. I will help you become more confident in your speaking!My lessons & teaching style
CURRENTLY NOT TEACHING CHILDREN. My lessons are fun, relaxed and I always work with engaging material. I often send YouTube videos or worksheets on a particular topic in advance so that you come to class well-prepared with vocabulary and ideas. When we meet for the first time I'll assess your level and we can decide what you want to focus on. I constantly adapt our sessions according to your needs and personal preferences. I offer conversation practice classes where we discuss engaging topics using videos, I also offer interview and presentation preparation for business students, and basic grammar and well-structured lessons for lower-level students with lots of speaking practice!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Graphs and charts
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
MFA - Hunter College New York - 1992I have a Masters in Fine Art and more than 20 years experience in the field of Contemporary and Modern Art.
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TEFL - TEFL TOULOUSE - 2018120 hour course in teaching English as a foreign language. Enables me to plan and execute, thorough and level appropriate classes for students of English. I received over 70 hours of input theory regarding English grammar, phonology, and how to improve students’ speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. I taught 7 one hour lessons and received in depth lesson planning help, observation and feedback from qualified trainers.
Certificate uploaded
Education
2018 - 2018
Other - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Work Experience
2017 - Current
English Foreign Language TeacherTeaching private lessons and classrooms
2015 - 2016
Curator's AssistantA number of my students in the past have been interested in or are studying Art. I offer special English classes on this topic, we look at Art history, current Art trends, and relevant vocabulary. I have also helped students apply to Art schools and Art related jobs.
5.0
Rating
439
Students
4,855
Lessons
100%
Attendance
100%
Response
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
229 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
General English
A2 - C2General1,538 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 10% off
Conversation Practice
A2 - C2Conversation Practice1,447 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 10% off
Business English/ Interview or presentation preparation
B1 - C2General232 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 10% off
For my regular students (who have worked with me for over 3 months) Special Price
A2 - C2General366 lessons completed
USD 14.00+
Package with 10% off
For my regular students (who have worked with me for over 3 months) 20 class package
A2 - C2General349 lessons completed
USD 14.00+
Package with 10% off
Accent reduction, Fluency and Accuracy Speaking
B1 - C2Conversation Practice190 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 10% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
692 Reviews
Lalita
46 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Mary has made a significant impact on my English. By creating lesson plans, both engaging and though-provoking, she promotes a positive and respectful athmosphere in the class.
Her gentle teaching manner has made the learning process effective and fun.
I can not recommend her highly enough!
Mar 4, 2024
Margarita Potapova
49 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have been having lessons with Mary for quite a while. Each session has been well-planned, enjoyable and useful.
Mary is an exceptional teacher of English. She is extremely well prepared, reliable and knowledgeable. Additionally, Mary incorporates cultural insights and real-life examples into the lessons, making the learning process both educational and enjoyable.
I highly recommend Mary to anyone looking to brush up on their English language skills.
Feb 27, 2024
Anna
26 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Teacher Mary is the Best Native English Teacher anyone could ask for. She is knowledgeable and definitely a specialist on accent training. The lessons are very effective and well-organised. I highly recommend Teacher Mary to anyone who wants to become a confident English Speaker.
Mar 23, 2023
Carine
2 English lessons
Thank you for your help Mary.
Mar 28, 2024
Jimmy Farsy
4 English lessons
Thank you for the time together, see you soon!!!
Mar 19, 2024
Javier
55 English lessons
wonderful teacher
Mar 4, 2024
Trial Lesson
USD 5.00
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