Clara Braña Mcdonald
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Clara Braña Mcdonald
Professional Teacher
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Native
Other
British Spanish Certified CELTA teacher with over 20 years teaching experience
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Spanish
Native
Other
British Spanish Certified CELTA teacher with over 20 years teaching experience
From United KingdomLiving in Cadiz, Spain (01:02 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 19, 2021Interest topicMusicReadingMedical & Healthcare
Hi everyone!
I’m a British Spanish certified teacher with over 20 years’ experience in both the UK and Spain. I have lived half of my life in both countries and feel very fortunate to have such a strong connection to both places!
I love languages, travelling and anything to do with world cultures and history. I’m also a big fan of music, movement and dance. One of my biggest passions is flamenco dance, I have studied and enjoyed the art form for the last 20 years in different parts of Andalusia.
I am also fascinated by India and Nepal. I am an experienced yoga teacher and love exploring beauty spots in nature and swimming in the sea!Me as a Teacher
I love teaching and I have taught English and Spanish for the last 20 years in language schools and universities, including online for the last two years. I have taught students of all ages, ranging from very young learners to senior students of all levels, specialising in Cambridge exams, business English and International Relations.
I have also worked as a Director of Studies for a college programme on the campus of St Hughes’ College, Oxford University. Besides this I have worked as Centre Director for the academic conference programme at Cardiff University.
I especially enjoy teaching on Italki as I can personalise classes to focus on students' needs and goals!My lessons & teaching style
My classes are fun, interesting and engaging. I am most definitely a people person and I centre the classes around student based interactive learning and effective communication skills.
I like to personalise lessons and give a clear, structured approach to learning, building customised, constructive learning plans for you to achieve your goals and be motivated to push yourselves that bit further!
As a coach I use different stategies to help you to break through barriers and take ownership of your own language learning. Through self reflection, confidence building and critical evaluation you will take your English to the next level and become an empowered, independent language learner!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Audio files
- Test templates and examples
- Text Documents
- Articles and news
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Video files
- Quizzes
- Homework Assignments
- Image files
- Flashcards
Certificates
CV - Language schools and centres in UK and Spain - 2020
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Reference 1 - Cambridge and Oxford college programmes - 2020
Certificate uploaded
Reference 2 - Summer Boarding Courses - 2020
Certificate uploaded
Cambridge CELTA certificate - St Giles College, Brighton - 2003(I have changed my name slightly since completing the course to reflect my dual nationality.)
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Education
2003 - 2003
Bachelor’s - CELTA teaching certificateCELTA - Cambridge teaching certificate
1999 - 2001
Bachelor’s - International RelationsA solid understanding of global issues and analysis of international history, theories and practices, while also specialising in more focused areas such as human rights and the global political economy.
(I have changed my name slightly since completing my degree to reflect my dual nationality.)
Work Experience
2021 - 2022
Centre Director - Academic ConferenceManaging the Future Success Conference and educational programme for international students at Cardiff University during the Christmas / New Year break. Directing a team of tutors and overseeing all aspects of the programme including academic and pastoral elements.
2019 - 2021
English teacherTeaching students of all ages and levels, specialising in Cambridge exam preparation and job interview skills.
2019 - 2019
Director of StudiesManaging a large team of tutors on a diverse academic summer programme.
2015 - 2019
English TeacherTeaching students of all ages and levels with a particular focus on Cambridge exam preparation.
2010 - 2014
English TeacherTeaching English to students of all ages and levels specialising in young learner classes and Cambridge exam preparation.
2008 - 2010
Undergraduate studies CoordinatorCoordinating graduate and diploma programmes.
2007 - 2009
Spanish Teacher / Course CoordinatorTeaching and creating the Spanish Language Syllabus at an Adult Learning Centre.
2005 - 2006
English and Spanish TeacherTeaching English and Spanish to students of all levels and ages.
2003 - 2005
English teacherTeaching English to students of all ages and levels including specialised one to one lessons with professional adults.
2003 - 2003
English teacherTeaching English to adult international students.
5.0
Rating
76
Students
751
Lessons
100%
Attendance
98%
Response
English Lessons
Trial Lesson
45 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Speak like a Native
A1 - C2General512 lessons completed
USD 27.50+
Package with 9% off
Pass your Exam!
A1 - C2Test Preparation113 lessons completed
USD 23.80+
Package with 10% off
Business English for Professionals
A1 - C2Business43 lessons completed
USD 23.80+
Package with 10% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
46 Reviews
Flávio Rezende
19 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Clara, by far, is among the best teachers that I've ever had. She was born with the talent and the will to teach others.
Jul 15, 2023
Imed Kerkeni
12 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Clara is an outstanding teacher. I understand things very quickly with her while I have been trying to understand them for a long time. Clara creates a great and efficient learning environment, with a good mood at all times. She really makes me want to progress. I highly recommend Clara.
May 10, 2023
Rafa
32 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
My experience with Clara was amazing! My personal situation was very challenging because I was run out of time to prepare an official exam, but she took the risk. She's very funny and committed. Her tips are gold, and you feel your own improvement quickly with them. Don't hesitate to learn English, for sure the best choice :)
¡Mi experiencia con Clara ha sido buenísima! Mi situación era un verdadero desafío, porque tenía muy poco tiempo para prepararme un examen oficial, pero lo asumió sin problema. Aunque sabe español, las clases son siempre en inglés, así que la práctica es constante. Ella es muy divertida y está muy comprometida con sus clases. Sus consejos valen como el oro y siente que mejoras muy rápido gracias a ellos. No dudes en aprender inglés con ella porque te aseguro que ¡es la mejor elección! :)
Apr 6, 2022
Eva
50 English lessons
Clara is a really good teacher! She understood perfectly my kind of exam and she is helping me a lot.
She is an experienced teacher and have a lot of resources.
Also, she speaks English and Spanish as a native and it is really good for the explanations.
Apr 3, 2024
Imed Kerkeni
12 English lessons
I am always impressed by the quality of learning offered by Clara. Grammatical structures, expressions, new vocabulary ... continually intersect our very fruitful conversations to feel comfortable.
Highly recommended teacher !
Jul 8, 2023
Flávio Rezende
19 English lessons
Excellent!
May 27, 2023
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