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- Grammar
- Oral Expression
- Phonetics
- Diction
Tired of freezing up when trying to talk? Master a proven system for English fluency—See below.
- Grammar
- Oral Expression
- Phonetics
- Diction
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About Maria
Hi everyone! I am Maria, a passionate educator and applied linguist dedicated to helping students bridge the gap between knowing English grammar and actually using it with confidence. Let's get a breakthrough together!
I hold a degree in Applied Linguistics, which gave me a deep, structural understanding of how languages are naturally acquired and processed by the brain. Over the past 8 years, I have built a diverse career working across multiple international companies. This global experience taught me firsthand what it takes to communicate effectively, persuasively, and naturally in cross-cultural professional and social settings and you can sound like a native if you will learn some secrets which books don't have.
Beyond teaching, I love keeping a curious mind. In my free time, you can usually find me experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, tending to a growing collection of indoor plants, or unwinding with a challenging game of Sudoku. When I need a change of scenery, I love exploring uncrowded coastal towns and discovering quiet places to travel.
My goal as your tutor is to strip away the frustration of mental translation and give you a clear, logical system to express your thoughts fluently. Let's make your English journey structured, engaging, and genuinely effective!
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About the lesson
- Lower Primary
- Upper Primary
- Lower Secondary
- +11
levels :
Lower Primary
Upper Primary
Lower Secondary
Senior School
Tertiary
University
Adult Education
Masters
Doctorate
CS
ACCA
MBA
Pre-Primary
Post-Graduate
- English
- Ukrainian
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Ukrainian
Teaching Approach & Methodology
My methodology is built on a simple premise: systems over rote memorization. Language acquisition should not feel like cramming endless vocabulary lists or translating word-for-word in your head. Let's make you feel confident and fluent in your expression!
Direct Structural Thinking: We bypass the mental bottleneck of translation. I teach you to understand and operate directly within the natural architecture of English.
Applied Linguistics Framework: Backed by my degree in Applied Linguistics, I break down complex grammar rules into logical, intuitive patterns that actually make sense, eliminating unnecessary guesswork.
Real-World Fluency: Having worked for 8 years in international companies and successfully navigated a complete cross-cultural relocation, I focus on the authentic, modern English used in global professional and social environments.
A Typical Lesson Plan
Every session is structured, goal-oriented, and tailored to your specific communication needs:
1. Active Warm-Up & Contextual Review: Quick-fire, low-pressure conversational activation to get your brain switching into English structures immediately.
2. Core Concept or System Breakdown: Addressing a specific linguistic pattern, professional communication strategy, or structural habit (such as eliminating mental translation).
3. Applied Practice & Scenario Simulation: Interactive, real-world simulations—ranging from professional discussions to spontaneous conversational scenarios—where you actively apply the system.
4. Debrief & Action Plan: Pinpointing key takeaways, reviewing targeted adjustments, and establishing focus areas for your independent practice.
What Sets Me Apart
Professional Background: I bring 8 years of high-level experience in fast-paced international environments, meaning I understand the exact linguistic nuances required for global careers and high-stakes communication.
Empathetic Yet Direct Guidance: I have walked this exact path of adopting a second language in a professional English-speaking setting. I know the common friction points from the inside out, and I guide you past them with clarity and zero friction.
No-Nonsense Structure: No passive listening or endless textbook exercises. Every lesson gives you actionable mental frameworks you can use immediately outside of class.
Who These Lessons Are For
Professionals & Career Builders: Individuals looking to elevate their spoken English for international careers, global projects, and cross-cultural communication.
Intermediate to Advanced Learners: Students who know grammar rules and vocabulary but consistently freeze or get stuck when it is time to actually speak.
Goal-Oriented Thinkers: Anyone tired of traditional, sluggish tutoring methods who wants a logical, science-backed system to unlock natural, confident fluency.
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Rates
Rate
- Ksh. 3,738
Pack prices
- 5h: Ksh. 15
- 10h: Ksh. 30
free lessons
The first free lesson with Maria will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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- Ksh. 3,738/h
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