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Lauren M - Tutor in Rondebosch

Hi there, my name is Lauren and I've been passionate about languages for many years. I am qualified to teach English, French and basic Mandarin, and find it greatly rewarding to help students develop their abilities and gain more confidence in their speaking, reading, writing and listening skills. I think learning a new language is one of the best things a person can do for themselves, and I would love to help you on this journey!

Tutor basics
Teaching places

My Home and Students Home

Travelling distance

Lauren will travel 10km from Rondebosch, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Languages spoken

Lauren speaks Mandarin, French, and English

Experience
2017-06-05 - 2017-08-25
English Teacher for Adults & Children, Omeida Language School, Yangshuo, China

2013-03-01 - 2017-05-05
Part-time French Tutor

2016-07-01 - 2016-12-09
Assistant to the French Department, UCT, Cape Town

2011-03-01 - 2013-11-15
Part-time English Tutor

Education
2012-02-01 - 2014-12-05
BA in English Literature & Business French - University of Cape Town

2015-03-02 - 2015-07-03
Mandarin Language Certificate - Huazhong Keji University, Wuhan, China

2015-09-01 - 2015-11-30
Certificate in Teaching Mandarin as a Foreign Language - Beijing Language & Culture University

2016-02-01 - 2016-12-09
Honours Degree in Teaching French as a Foreign Language - University of Cape Town

2017-09-25 - 2018-09-21
Master's Degree in Creative Writing - Bath Spa University, Bath, UK

2011-01-24 - 2011-02-11
Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) - EC English, Cape Town

Subjects taught
  • English as a foreign Language

    I obtained a TEFL qualification (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) in 2011, and have had many years of experience teaching English as a foreign language to both children and adults since then. I am aware of the common issues that students encounter when learning English and am able to offer solutions and learning strategies to support you.

    Lauren teaches English as a foreign Language at High School, Primary School, and Adult level(s)

  • Mandarin

    I obtained my certificate to teach Mandarin from Beijing Language & Culture University, and am passionate about this language and the exciting world it opens up to those who can speak it. I have been fortunate enough to have spent time in China as both a language student and a teacher, and have therefore had ample experience learning this language and communicating with it in daily life. I am aware of the common challenges this language poses to students, and can therefore offer practical advice and exercises to help you to improve your Mandarin Chinese and gain confidence with this language.

    Lauren teaches Mandarin at Primary School level(s)

  • French

    I completed my Honours degree in Teaching French as a Foreign Language (TFFL) a few years ago, and have had experience tutoring French to students of various levels. Having studied French as a second language, I have had first-hand experience with the challenges this language can pose to students, and can offer practical support to help you along your learning path.

    Lauren teaches French at Primary School level(s)