Maria

Qualified Teacher | Examiner | MA Classics/Modern Languages

Greetings! My name is Maria, and I am a seasoned educator and examiner affiliated with the AQA examination board. I possess degrees from the University of Edinburgh and King's College London, specialising in Classics, English, and French. I have extensive experience teaching at various levels, including A-Level, GCSE/IGCSE, and the International Baccalaureate. My academic prowess is highlighted by prestigious awards such as the Margaret Stobie Keith Prize and the W. R. Hardie Memorial Prize in Classics. Furthermore, I bring a wealth of tutoring experience, having delivered over 3,000 sessions in my areas of expertise.

Teaches:History English French

Curriculum:IB A-Level GCSE IGCSE Admissions

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Qualifications

International Baccalaureate:Qualified Online Teacher and AQA Examiner (Classics, English Language/Literature and French HL/SL)

A-Level:Qualified Online Teacher and AQA Examiner (Classics, English Language/Literature and French)

GCSE/IGCSE:Qualified Online Teacher and AQA Examiner (Classics, English Language/Literature and French)

Degree Qualifications:MA, Hons, Masters in Classics

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Personally Interviewed

Our tutors go through a rigorous selection process, having been interviewed to assess their teaching skills and subject knowledge. They have extensive tutoring experience with a track record of success, helping students achieve their academic goals.

Tutoring Experience

Since 2016, I have had the privilege of teaching more than 3,000 classes, steering students towards achieving academic excellence and securing university admissions. My pedagogical approach is rooted in fostering both academic rigor and the enhancement of critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. I take great pride in playing a pivotal role in my students' success stories and make it a point to regularly refine my teaching strategies to stay in sync with the evolving standards of education.

Tutoring Approach

My teaching approach is structured and student-focused. Each lesson involves a 15-minute PowerPoint presentation on a specific topic or exam question.

This is complemented by a hands-on exercise where students have 10 minutes to respond and receive personalized feedback. We conclude with a summary of the key points discussed.

I also offer additional support to enhance learning. Students receive the PowerPoint slides for reference after each class, free of charge.

Homework is marked without extra fees, and I provide progression reports to track and organize their studies. To further develop their academic skills, I conduct vocabulary quizzes and, for literature students, include exercises in real-life literary criticism to sharpen their analytical thinking.

Testimonials

"...she takes the time to help you as much as she can and is always willing to help even out of lesson time if needed. I can't recommend her enough!”

Widad, Student

"...she boosted my son's English level to as good as a native English speaker and he finally got an A* in IGCSE CIE English - First Language. My son couldn't have done it without Maria"

Daphne, parent of student from Hong Kong

"Maria has been an outstanding tutor for my daughter . My daughter was originally predicted a C in English Lit A Level and had very low self confidence partly due to her dyslexia . Maria firstly took stock of what was needed and identified areas to work on and then created a detailed and focused series of lessons . My daughter received homework and useful feedback and most importantly she loved her lessons. The result ? An A star in English lit and a daughter with so much increased confidence - honestly Maria was incredible throughout !"

Bethan, Parent from London