Juan's Teacher Profile, Benfleet English teacher, Benfleet Spanish teacher

English
Beginner - £15.00p.h.
Intermediate - £15.00p.h.
Advanced - £15.00p.h.
Expert - £20.00p.h.

Spanish
Beginner - £15.00p.h.
Intermediate - £15.00p.h.
Advanced - £15.00p.h.
Expert - £25.00p.h.

Personal Description: I am a native South American Spanish teacher. My strengths include being able to work well with various personalities, to talk with anyone, to enter easily into new learning activities with a creative and resourceful attitude and to work under pressure. In addition, I am detailed, oriented, persistent, and punctual. I am able to teach teenagers and adults.
One factor which I feel makes me an outstanding teacher is that I accept all people as they come to me in their own unique packages. Physical impairments or learning disabilities do not influence my expectations of each student. I emphatically impress upon my students that they need to strive to do their best always and to meet each challenge with a positive frame of mind.

Teaching Experience: There have been many changes in my philosophy of teaching since my entering the field 4 years ago. I have prided myself in being flexible and creative enough to try different teaching styles. It appears to me that no matter what style you use, the key to student success is motivation.

Teaching Approach: Teaching, rather than telling, is another part of my personal teaching style. Rather than giving all the answers, the students are able to explore with me to find the answers. It is a pleasure to chase my students rather than drag them!
I have five main teaching beliefs:
1. Respect the student. 2. Have fun in the learning process. 3. Be positive. 4. Respect the learning environment. 5. Be enthusiastic.
My beliefs are reflected in my teaching style.

Qualifications:

• Degree in English and Spanish Philology & Languages

Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
References Available: Yes
CRB Check: Yes

Date Registered:	21/11/2009
Date Last Logged In:	16/02/2010
Total Amount Of Feedback:	1
Total Positive Feedback:	1     Av. 5.00/5.00

From Marcus Alexander (5/5): Learning Spanish as a complete novice, I found Juan very knowledgeable and always well prepared. The classes have been well structured and designed in such a way as to keep the students interested and challenged; I have found this particularly important as I have been studying 9 hours per week.

It is very important to have a good rapport with your tutor and I have found him enthusiastic, helpful and very friendly. I would certainly recommend him to friends and family.