Hi there, I’m Raquel
With years of experience teaching English to students of all levels, I am confident that I can help you improve your language skills and achieve your goals.


Bio
Hello, I'm Raquel and I live in England, UK with my husband and three amazing children. I am a dynamic professional with experience in teaching, mentoring and governance, with a demonstrated history of working in Education. I have experience supporting children in a school setting and have been teaching online since 2019. This includes students of all ages, as well as pupils with special educational needs. I have developed a range of effective teaching strategies that are tailored to meet the individual needs of each of my students and use a variety of tools and resources to make lessons more dynamic and interactive.
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I enjoy arts & crafts, reading, travelling, learning new things and helping others. As a certified English teacher immersed in the British culture, I have a deep understanding of the language and its nuances. I am passionate about languages, different cultures and helping others to achieve their true potential. I have an MA in Translation Studies (Merit), a BA in International Relations (1st) and a TEFL accredited certificate (Distinction).
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As a teacher, I am student-focused and friendly, with excellent communication and teaching skills, attention to detail and creative thinking. My classroom is a safe and fun space, where we can talk, make mistakes, laugh and learn together. Whether you are looking to improve your listening, speaking, reading, or writing skills, I can help you achieve your goals in a fun and engaging way. I am committed to helping students feel confident and empowered in their ability to use the English language. I can't wait to help you become a better English speaker! Come and join me!
Education
Master's Degree in Translation Studies
2009-2010
Graduated with Merit
Bachelor's Degree in International Relations
2002-2005
First Class Honours
Teaching English as Foreign Language (TEFL)
2020
Completed with Distinction
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Awards
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Amicus Transtec Prize for best final assignment (2011)
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Aston University Scholarship Award (2009/2010)
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Award for Research Project at the Scientific Initiation Seminar (2005)
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Research Incentive Fund Award (2004-2005)
Languages
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English (native level)
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Portuguese (native level)
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Spanish (DELE B2 level, Instituto Cervantes)
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Korean (beginner - current personal ambition!)