Mary A Palathinkal Well-experienced English Language specialist
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With more than 25 years of teaching experience, I specialize in teaching English for students from grades 7 to 12, adult learners, and ESL students. I have taught both in India and abroad. My expertise encompasses a broad range of subjects, including Spoken English, IELTS preparation, teaching English as a Second Language, English Grammar as well as training in writing skills. I am also known for mentoring and guiding students in their academic pursuits. Throughout my career, I have built a solid reputation for patience, clarity, and methodical teaching. I am adaptable to diverse student needs, ensuring personalized and effective learning experiences. My commitment to student success is reflected in my tailored teaching methods, designed to foster understanding and confidence. Whether you're a school student aiming for academic excellence, an adult seeking to improve your English communication skills, or preparing for the IELTS exam, I am here to support you every step of the way. I'm sure this journey will be mutually beneficial.

Subjects

  • English Intermediate-Expert

  • IGCSE English

  • IELTS (Academic & General)

  • English grammar and spoken Intermediate-Expert

Experience

  • Head of English Department, Senior School (Jun, 2019–May, 2022) at The Choice School Tripunithura, Kerala
    I joined as Senior Faculty teaching English of students of Grades 9-12 and was later appointed to head the Department of English. Apart from teaching, my responsibilities included all allied activities of a department as in setting and checking question papers, planning and executing various literary activities, arranging for external faculty for periodical lectures, mentoring teachers and so on.
  • Tutor (Jun, 2008–Apr, 2015) at Self-employed tutor for several age groups.
    For a period of time, I was self-employed as that was most convenient at that time. I took tuition for school students (CBSE, IGCSE), trained candidates to write the IELTS exam, conducted
    Spoken English sessions for individual adults as well as institutions. I was also involved in setting question papers for a Rainbow publishers for their in-house exam centre.

Education

  • Bachelor of Education (Jun, 1987–Jun, 1988) from M.A, B.Ed English
  • Masters in English (Jun, 1984–May, 1986) from Stella Maris College, Chennai
  • Bachelor of Arts-English (Jun, 1981–May, 1984) from Stella Maris College, Chennai

Fee details

    ₹350–900/hour (US$4.13–10.61/hour)

    Online classes
    School tuition ( CBSE)- 350 per hr
    School tuition ( IGCSE)- 500 per hr
    IELTS- 500 per hr
    SPOKEN ENGLISH- 300 Per hr
    Writing Skill- (400 per hr)
    The above applies to students from India.
    For overseas students
    All courses- 900 per hr

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