Practice English with Clair

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Clair

British Accent
96% positive reviews
Expertise: Education

Works with: True Beginner · Beginner · Intermediate · Upper Intermediate · Advanced
Also speaks: Bulgarian (Basic) · Welsh (Conversational)
Familiar with: Reading · Pronunciation · Conversation Practice · Accent Reduction · English for Travel · Vocabulary · Listening · Grammar · Sales · Retail · Public Services · Other
Expertise: Education

Works with: True Beginner · Beginner · Intermediate · Upper Intermediate · Advanced
Also speaks: Bulgarian (Basic) · Welsh (Conversational)
Familiar with: Reading · Pronunciation · Conversation Practice · Accent Reduction · English for Travel · Vocabulary · Listening · Grammar · Sales · Retail · Public Services · Other

Hello!

I entered the teaching profession due to a belief that I could make a difference to the lives of students by promoting a professional, secure classroom environment in which each person could achieve his or her maximum potential. The most effective learning is a fun thing to do and we will have a great time learning to enjoy English together! I have experience of raising my own children (one of whom has special educational needs involving dyspraxia) and of dealing with children of varying ages.

In addition to teaching English, I enjoy all genres of music as well as walking our dogs in the hills and forests of our village. I consider myself to be a highly organised, experienced, hard working person. I am always polite and punctual. I maintain excellent classroom management by using a range of techniques including agreed ground rules, praise, reward and merit systems, I have a very keen sense of humour, and believe that I provide a good blend of humour and discipline which helps to create a safe and positive learning environment for the students in my care.

About

Student Preferences

Open to new students

Languages

English (Native: British Accent)
Bulgarian (Basic)
Welsh (Conversational)

Industry familiarity

📢 Public Services
🛍️ Retail
🏫 Education
🏷️ Sales

Interests

🎶 Music
🌍 Travel
📜 History
Antiques

Specialties

Teaching Style

I prefer to blend formal and informal styles of teaching to create an enjoyable learning environment. My favourite word is "why?" I take great pleasure in promoting the curiosity of students so that they are encouraged to ask many questions. I have completed several courses regarding the teaching of students with Autism, teaching the Welsh Language and emergency strategies and protocols such as Restraint Training.

Preferred Levels

True Beginner
Beginner
Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced

Language Skills Focus

Reading
Pronunciation
Conversation Practice
Accent Reduction
English for Travel
Vocabulary
Listening
Grammar

Expertise

Other