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Mary C

49 years old

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16 RATINGS
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16 RATINGS
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HOURS TUTORED
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Bio

I am an experienced, SACE registered English teacher. I've been tutoring since 2013.

I've worked with children, teenagers and adult language learners. My past pupils have described me as creative, positive and supportive. Now adults themselves, many have kept in touch with me and I still take an interest in their progress and well-being.

Education

• MPhil in Education (with distinction), UCT
• Secondary PGCE, UNISA
• BA Hons in English (with distinction), UNISA
• BA in English and Theory of Art, Rhodes University

My Proudest
Achievements

• As a school teacher, I was awarded by my school (Wesgreen International School, Sharjah, UAE) for my outstanding contribution to the school. Returning to my studies, I was awarded my Master's in Education, achieving a distinction.

Subjects

  • School Tutoring

English

Grade 1 - Grade 12

I am a qualified, SACE registered high school English teacher. I've been tutoring NSC, IEB and Cambridge English for 9 years. I have excellent teaching skills and would love to assist more learners in improving their motivation, results and enjoyment of the subject!

Afrikaans

Grade 1 - Grade 7

I've been tutoring Afrikaans (First Additional Language) at primary school level for 4 years, so am well-versed in the requirements for primary school. I achieved a near-distinction average for Afrikaans in Grade 12. I have also tutored Afrikaans as a beginner language.

  • University Tutoring

English Literature

First Year - Fourth Year

I have a BA Honours in English, with distinction, from UNISA. I have tutored first year students at Rhodes University. I am hardworking, calm and patient.

English

First Year - Fourth Year

I have a BA Honours in English, with distinction, from UNISA. I have taught language and literature to first year students at Rhodes University.

  • Language Tutoring

English

Beginner - Advanced

I am a qualified and experienced English teacher with a TEFL certificate. I've worked with adult language learners from South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Angola, Somalia, Argentina, Sweden, France, Germany, Italy, Bulgaria, Moldova and Japan!

Afrikaans

Beginner

I've been tutoring Afrikaans (First Additional Language) at primary school level for 4 years and I would feel competent to teach beginners in this language. I achieved a near-distinction average for Afrikaans in Grade 12.

Reviews from others

“She was very accommodating which is exactly what we needed. She gave Chelsea extra notes to help her which was above her duties. She was very engaging and always encouraging. ”

Caro

“Mary is very reliable and takes her work seriously.We had some technical problems and she noticed us on time and used an alternative to have lessons despite the challenges.She understands Mpho and works well with her.Mpho is very happy and comfortable with Mary.”

Botsang

“Mary is very committed and able to identify Sherav's problem areas. Her sessions were helpful and improved his understanding and knowledge of certain areas, giving insight on what areas need attention.”

Verone

“She is very patient with Annebelle. THank you!”

Johan

“Mary she is a good teacher and explain well ”

Pieter

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