Pablo Moreno-Valverde

For the past ten years, I have taught children and adults of all ages and various abilities. I have worked with new speakers, those seeking to improve their proficiency, and everything in between. I have also worked in various settings including classrooms, community centres, summer camps, and online learning. This diversity of students and settings has made my teaching methods highly adaptable depending on the individual.

The student and I begin working together by identifying their needs and capabilities. Those needs and capabilities often change gradually over time, but sometimes from session to session. Progress is rarely a straight line and I encourage my students to be patient with their development. Repeating questions and mistakes are welcome. I try my best to create a learning environment that is both focused and relaxed.

Once we establish learning patterns based on the student's needs, I will guide them to create realistic learning goals. Together we choose the tools that will help the student achieve both short term and long term goals. These goals can range from achieving basic reading and writing skills to improving conversational speaking, or enhancing academic writing.

My experience is not limited to English. I have worked with primary school children in various subjects including English, maths, science, arts, and history.

I am fluent in both English and Spanish.