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Gabriela A.

BA, MA Grad Super-Effective Tutor, Trained/Tested D.C. Diplomats

BA, MA Grad Super-Effective Tutor, Trained/Tested D.C. Diplomats

$45/hour

5.0 (141 ratings)

  • 319 hours tutoring

  • Southlake, TX 76092

About Gabriela

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Promotional fee for immersion training through August 2018! I am a certified professional private tutor with over 30 years of experience acquired in the United States and Europe. I provide tutoring and teach personalized courses in the listed subjects. I commute at no additional charge to homes, corporate offices, and libraries; however, students are also welcome in my well-equipped private school-office in Grapevine; my schedule has various openings weekly between 7am-10pm.
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Promotional fee for immersion training through August 2018! I am a certified professional private tutor with over 30 years of experience acquired in the United States and Europe. I provide tutoring and teach personalized courses in the listed subjects. I commute at no additional charge to homes, corporate offices, and libraries; however, students are also welcome in my well-equipped private school-office in Grapevine; my schedule has various openings weekly between 7am-10pm.
Regarding my credentials, I am certified and very experienced in teaching English, French, Italian, and Romanian, as these are the 4 languages I grew up with, then studied at the university and employed in my corporate and translation jobs in Europe. My certifications in teaching other subjects are derived from my Master's degree in International Affairs and Business. For the past 30 years, I have taught personalized courses in the U.S. (since 1999) and in Europe. I have also taught and tested diplomats at Inlingua School in Washington D.C. where I specialized in immersion training -- a method that ensures functional language skills in record time.
My tutoring classes are personalized to fit the requirements, age group, and capabilities of each student (to date, my oldest students have been 75, my youngest 3 years old, with all the age groups in between). Before going to grad school, I scored 100% in my GRE/SAT English tests; my GPA is 4/4 for the BA and 3.4/4 for the MA. I have always loved taking exams and teaching English for all test prep goals. My students have increased their grades from the 20%-50s% to the 90%-100% with only 4 hours of intensive-immersion focused on tips and shortcuts to easy comprehension. In my career, I have successfully provided test prep to corporate students as well as high school, elementary school, and preschool students.
My certifications in the listed Wyzant subjects are based on the following education/expertise: a Master of Arts degree in EU Studies, International Affairs, and International Business from George Washington University (2004, Washington, D.C.); coursework at Georgetown University (Washington, D.C.); online coursework at Sorbonne University (2017, Paris, France); a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Philology from the University of Bucharest, Romania; and extensive language and culture studies in Naples (Italy), Nice (France), U.S.A, Canada, and major European cities. I have worked in the U.S. and Europe for The University of Texas/ALTA, Open University Business School (UK), ELITE Test Prep school, Inlingua (ILR/government test prep), Global LT, Berlitz, UNICEF, U.S. courts, DIPLOMAT Languages – The School of European Languages and Art, Wyzant Tutors, and Language School Teachers; I taught corporate students at Mercedes Benz, Toyota, Verona Marble, and other firms in Dallas - Fort Worth. Additionally, I studied Art (drawing/painting) in Italy and at the National Academy of Fine Art, New York City (2008).
Currently, I offer online and face-to-face lessons and courses to students of all age groups, in the following subjects:
ENGLISH (college/native level)
My BA major is in English with a minor in Philology. Despite what some refer to as “a slight foreign accent” in my speech, in many American contexts my English vocabulary was proven superior on account of my skills in Latin languages (considering the Latin etymology of most English words on the SAT/GRE Vocabulary lists); moreover, I translated American and British novels – which required perfect grammar -- and was a simultaneous interpreter for years. I tutor and teach AP English Literature and Composition; SAT Test Prep; SSAT, PSAT, and ISEE; STAAR test prep; TOEFL, IELTS, and ILR (governmental) tests. My ESL/ESOL course has helped many students overcome their cultural barriers. In STAAR and SAT test preparation, the immersion curricula I offer will provide gap-filling and in-depth training: Grammar, Reading, Writing basics, Elementary school preparation, Reading Comprehension, Critical Reading, Creative Writing, Vocabulary, Literary Analysis, Essays Writing, Public Speaking, and Literature.

FRENCH and ITALIAN Immersion courses (college/native levels)
My French and Italian accents are native-like because I grew up in a French-speaking family, lived in Italy, worked for French and Italian companies, and have travelled often in these countries. I was a tutor and teacher of French, Italian, and English, and translated novels in Europe before becoming a U.S. citizen in 1997. Immersion language training ensures the fastest learning process because it covers not only speaking skills, but also listening comprehension; it includes French/Italian TV sources, movies, literature, songs, media, books, etc. I tutor for AP French, AP Italian, and teach a Travelers' course for conversational skills. My courses also help corporate students acquire functional language skills fast. We can focus on the standard language or on any French or Italian regional dialects.

ROMANIAN (college/native level)
I was born in Romania and grew up learning Romanian along with other languages; my BA minor is in Romanian Language and Culture; I studied Romanian Literature and Grammar at the University of Bucharest, Romania. If required, my lessons can be designed to focus on Moldovan (a Romanian dialect spoken in the Republic of Moldova).

Regarding fees: while my fees are between $50-$120 on other websites, on Wyzant Tutors I offer all subject-immersion training at the promotional fee of $50/hour. Through Wyzant Tutors, I usually offer super-effective short courses (4h 30min. plus a 30-min. FREE consultation) with guaranteed results.
I am certified in teaching English to students diagnosed with Dyslexia and ADD -- ADHD; in such cases, I employ European methods.
Please, view my list of approved subjects and schedule a lesson at your convenience.

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Education

George Washington University
English, Philology
George Washington University DC
Masters
Georgetown University DC
Graduate Coursework

Policies

  • Hourly rate: $45
  • Rate details: Promotional Fee: Intensive Immersion Training (Please cancel/reschedule within a 2-hour time frame to avoid being charged the full fee.)
  • Tutor’s lessons: In-person and online
  • Travel policy: Within 40 miles of Southlake, TX 76092
  • Lesson cancellation: 2 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 8/20/2013

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Art

Art History,

Art History

Art History tutoring since 2008 Arts (classical painting) training, National Academy of Art in New York City, European exhibitions BA English and Philology (foreign languages and cultures) MA International Affairs/ European Studies and Business Editor University of Texas Linguist, Open University Business School UK Communications Director and editor, Conservative Party USA English/foreign language Tutor and Examiner, diplomatic school Washington DC fiction translator (novels from American authors) Director, Diplomat Languages: train/test foreign language grammar and cultures training/testing TOEFL, SAT, AP, ILR
Drawing,

Drawing

Superior Drawing/Painting-personalized training, U.S. and UK English, professional private teacher trained in New York City (received 100% 5-star ratings from WyzAnt students). ART samples will be shown outside WyzAnt website as per WyzAnt policy. PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR ART IMMERSION PROGRAMS! I have been teaching Drawing and Painting for the past 20 years, each time receiving excellent results due to my method that combines subject-immersion techniques with practice in the styles selected by the student: classical, naive, abstract, and surrealist drawing and painting. Thus the student learns very fast some essential art rules, guidelines, and techniques. I am a certified professional private teacher with over 25 years of multiple-subject teaching experience in the United States and Europe; I teach 7 days/week, flexible hours between 7am-11pm. I have been successfully helping students as a Drawing/Painting and multiple-subject teacher in the United States, France, and Italy. Credentials: Drawing/Painting course received at the National Art Academy, New York City; private training received in Naples/Italy, Nice/France and Dallas/Texas; I have provided Drawing/Painting courses through DIPLOMAT Languages school and Takelessons. BA English and Philology (linguistics), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.); English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK). I grew up multilingual (English, Italian, French, Romanian) in Europe, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997.
Painting

Painting

Superior Drawing/Painting-personalized training, U.S. and UK English, professional private teacher trained in New York City (received 100% 5-star ratings from WyzAnt students). ART samples will be shown outside WyzAnt website as per WyzAnt policy. PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR ART IMMERSION PROGRAMS! I have been teaching Drawing and Painting for the past 20 years, each time receiving excellent results due to my method that combines subject-immersion techniques with practice in the styles selected by the student: classical, naive, abstract, and surrealist drawing and painting. Thus my students learn very fast some essential art rules, guidelines, and techniques. Painting (oil and acrylic) has been my long-time hobby since I was a child. Though I chose a career in English-foreign languages/cultures, I have continued to paint, and in the United States I received formal training in classical painting at the National Academy of Art in New York City (2008, Prof. Sam Adoquei) and took private classes with surrealist painter Dave Kramer in Dallas (2009). Prior to that, I had studied with various local painters in Italy where I resided with my family. In Texas I have taught children and adults, and in Italy I taught children. I offer a FREE 30-min. consultation during which I can show you my art, discuss your curriculum options, and briefly test you.

Business

Business,

Business

I am a business owner with superior training and experience in international and American business. My formal qualifications are: Master's degree with International Business specialization, George Washington University, Washington D.C. 2004, GPA 3.4 Business Coursework at Georgetown University, Washington D.C.: International marketing, International Banking, Latin American Markets, East-European Business Development, EU Studies, Corporations and Government, Cultural Organisations, Economics, Business and Politics, etc. My business experience covers: Owning and managing two foreign language services firms in Texas and Maryland since 2002 Developing/Managing small businesses in Eastern Europe in 1990s Translation of marketing books for Open University Business School (UK) Simultaneous Interpreter service requiring in-depth knowledge of business at conferences on: Research and Development, Marketing, Business Development, Business Incubators, Trade Unions, Intellectual Property, Oil and Gas conferences, European Planning and Statistics, corporations and non-proliferation, etc. In addition to the above knowledge and career, I am a qualified teacher (BA in teaching and in English), which is an important feature for a Business tutor in conveying priority information in the best-structured way using the most effective business-vocabulary approach to benefit the student.
Marketing,

Marketing

My marketing specialisation covers over 21 years of experience and studies. I am a business owner with superior training and expertise in international and American business. My formal qualifications are: Master's degree with International Business specialisation, George Washington University, Washington D.C. 2004, GPA 3.4 Business Coursework at Georgetown University, Washington D.C.: International marketing, International Banking, Latin American Markets, East-European Business Development, EU Studies, Corporations and Government, Cultural Organisations, Economics, Business and Politics, etc. My business experience covers: Owning and managing two foreign language services firms in Texas and Maryland since 2002 Advertising successfully my Texas firm since 2008 (global marketing) in the niche of immersion language programs/tutoring Developing/Managing small businesses in Eastern Europe in 1990s Translation of marketing books for Open University Business School (UK) Simultaneous Interpreter service requiring in-depth knowledge of marketing/business at conferences on: Research and Development, Marketing, Business Development, Business Incubators, Trade Unions, Intellectual Property, Oil and Gas conferences, European Planning and Statistics, corporations and non-proliferation, etc. In addition to the above knowledge and career, I am a qualified teacher (BA in teaching and in English), which is an important feature for a tutor in conveying priority information in the best-structured way using the most effective business-vocabulary approach to benefit the student.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I am a certified English teacher with additional college degrees in Philology and European Studies. My bachelor and master degrees covered public-speaking-sensitive subjects such as: rhetoric, diplomacy/international affairs, psychological analysis, literary writing, sophisticated vocabulary, cultural psychology, and international protocol / manners. Having worked for over 10 years also as a conference interpreter (English to other languages), I am well-versed in public speaking and have many real-life lecture stories to refer to in my explanations to students. Additionally I worked as a fiction translator (English novels by Phillip Roth, Anita Brookner, Janet Dailey), a job that involved much versatility in using the correct speech nuances of diverse action characters. I have been tutoring for over 20 years in the United States and Europe and my language and culture courses have usually covered the above topics in order to prepare my students in a well-rounded manner for their international careers or global interactions. My method has always been this: 1. learn the student's goal, style and knowledge gaps, and tailor a personal curriculum for him/her 2. use diction sources (American/ British TV speeches, documentaries, films, etc) to explain the ways to eliminate errors 3. create individual scenarios involving public speaking: from everyday conversational situations up to professional or complex presentations in front of audiences 4. besides the standard language, I include diverse dialectal sources to ensure the student will be familiar with his/her interlocutors on all grounds and will be able to address them effectively Below are some reviews posted by my students on Wyzant, my private website, Linkedin, and language-school-teachers.com: “Excellent. I had couple of sessions with her for pronunciation improvement and accent reduction. She provided excellent feedback and instructions on how to improve along with some of the quick techniques. I would recommend her to anybody looking into this area or improving grammar or overall English.” Yogesh, India English/ESL Intensive 4-hour Program, 2013 “Once upon a time I got angry with myself and decided to put an end to my ignorance in English. I've already been settled in Dallas for five years and couldn't string two words together in English. Both my husband and I went online and got absorbed in looking for a teacher. Our choice was Gabriela  Anderson; we didn't know why her ad attracted us. For six months I took English lessons with Gabriela. Initially, I must admit, I was so scared of English that I nearly fainted whenever I heard it. Now all that is in the past. I can express myself maybe not as well as I would like to but pretty well, thanks to what Gabriela has taught me. I've met not only a teacher but an intelligent responsible and good-natured person. Thanks to Gabriela my outlook was widened, and I learnt a lot about American culture, history, and people. Together we listened to TV news and read books, and I learnt much that was new to me about American movies, writers, famous singers, actors, etc. And I have to say that my life became much more interesting because my English is now fairly good. Thank you once again, Gabriela! Natasha, Englneer (retired), Lithuania English/ESL Immersion Program 2013 “Gabriela is Good — As per our son's interest, we have started the English reading. Gabriela is an excellent orator and good reader, am able to see some improvement in my son reading.” Devi for son Vaibhav (India) ESL 4h Immersion Program, 2013 “My friend and I decided to take classes to improve our American-English skills. We work in a hospital, it was very important for us to speak well. The program was very helpful and Gabriela provided many pronunciation lessons and common vocabulary and expressions. We felt it was very helpful to learn from an English teacher who had studied English as a 2nd language many years ago because she knew how to explain the language to us and to relate to our learning experience. We did many exercises that included American TV, regular conversation, presentations, and even regional dialects and slang as part of our phonetics lessons. We have been very satisfied with this program therefore we are continuing studying for advanced level We recommend it to all students interested in American-English.” Estella and Adriana, medical staff (Colombia) ESL Immersion Program 2013

Corporate Training

Business,

Business

I am a business owner with superior training and experience in international and American business. My formal qualifications are: Master's degree with International Business specialization, George Washington University, Washington D.C. 2004, GPA 3.4 Business Coursework at Georgetown University, Washington D.C.: International marketing, International Banking, Latin American Markets, East-European Business Development, EU Studies, Corporations and Government, Cultural Organisations, Economics, Business and Politics, etc. My business experience covers: Owning and managing two foreign language services firms in Texas and Maryland since 2002 Developing/Managing small businesses in Eastern Europe in 1990s Translation of marketing books for Open University Business School (UK) Simultaneous Interpreter service requiring in-depth knowledge of business at conferences on: Research and Development, Marketing, Business Development, Business Incubators, Trade Unions, Intellectual Property, Oil and Gas conferences, European Planning and Statistics, corporations and non-proliferation, etc. In addition to the above knowledge and career, I am a qualified teacher (BA in teaching and in English), which is an important feature for a Business tutor in conveying priority information in the best-structured way using the most effective business-vocabulary approach to benefit the student.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I am a professional private teacher and have been providing U.S./UK English lessons since 1992 via personalized curricula (K6 - College/Corporate; received 100% 5-star ratings on Wyzant). I teach 7 days/week based on reserved time slots between 7am-10pm. I have been successfully helping students as an ESL/ESOL teacher in the United States, France, and Italy; n Washington D.C., I worked as an ESL/foreign language teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service training methods (language immersion and intensive immersion). My English/ESL credentials are: a BA in English and Linguistics, an MA in European Studies and International Business (George Washington University, Georgetown University, Washington D.C.); ESL Expert and English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK); English teacher with various agencies; English simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of fiction and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proof Reader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I started studying English (along with French) at the age of 3 in Romania, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997 living in the United States ever since.
French,

French

Native-level, K6-college/corporate French teacher (100% 5-star ratings from all WyzAnt students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR FRENCH-IMMERSION COURSES! I offer personalized lessons and curricula for adults and children who wish to learn conversational French fast or to pass French exams. I grew up bilingual French/English, lived and worked in France prior to becoming a US citizen, and have studied at France Langue, Nice, and the University of Sorbonne-Paris; also, I travel often to France. I am a certified professional private teacher with 46 years of French experience in the United States and Europe. I teach 7 days/week between 7am-11pm); my lessons cover standard French, dialects (if needed), and French culture including literature. My lessons are ideal for AP French, travel, conversation, job goals, etc. In Washington D.C. I was a teacher for U.S. diplomats at Inlingua School, using language-immersion methods which render the fastest results. Credentials: BA Philology (foreign languages, French and Latin), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.) with exit exam in French; French translator, Open University Business School (UK), DIPLOMAT Languages school, and LiterArt 21.
Grammar,

Grammar

BA English and Philology (foreign languages and cultures) MA International Affairs/ European Studies and Business Editor University of Texas Linguist, Open University Business School UK Communications Director and editor, Conservative Party USA English/foreign language Tutor and Examiner, diplomatic school Washington DC fiction translator (novels from American authors) Director, Diplomat Languages: train/test foreign language grammar and cultures
Italian,

Italian

Native level Italian, K6-College/Corporate private teacher (received 100% 5-star ratings from WyzAnt students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR ITALIAN-IMMERSION COURSES! I offer personalized Italian lessons and curricula for adults and children who wish to learn Italian conversation, pass exams, grow up bilingual, or have other Italian goals. I have family in Naples, Italy, and lived/worked in Italy prior to becoming a US citizen (studied at Centro Italiano, Naples); also, I often travel to Italy. I am a certified professional private teacher with over 40 years of Italian experience in the United States and Europe. I teach 7 days/week between 7am-11pm; lessons cover standard Italian, dialects (if needed), and Italian culture including literature; my courses are ideal for AP Italian, travel, conversation, etc. In Washington D.C. I was a teacher for U.S. diplomats at Inlingua School, using language-immersion methods which render the fastest results. Credentials: BA Philology (foreign languages, Italian, French, and Latin), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.) with entry exam in Italian; Italian translator, Open University Business School (UK).
Public Speaking,

Public Speaking

I am a certified English teacher with additional college degrees in Philology and European Studies. My bachelor and master degrees covered public-speaking-sensitive subjects such as: rhetoric, diplomacy/international affairs, psychological analysis, literary writing, sophisticated vocabulary, cultural psychology, and international protocol / manners. Having worked for over 10 years also as a conference interpreter (English to other languages), I am well-versed in public speaking and have many real-life lecture stories to refer to in my explanations to students. Additionally I worked as a fiction translator (English novels by Phillip Roth, Anita Brookner, Janet Dailey), a job that involved much versatility in using the correct speech nuances of diverse action characters. I have been tutoring for over 20 years in the United States and Europe and my language and culture courses have usually covered the above topics in order to prepare my students in a well-rounded manner for their international careers or global interactions. My method has always been this: 1. learn the student's goal, style and knowledge gaps, and tailor a personal curriculum for him/her 2. use diction sources (American/ British TV speeches, documentaries, films, etc) to explain the ways to eliminate errors 3. create individual scenarios involving public speaking: from everyday conversational situations up to professional or complex presentations in front of audiences 4. besides the standard language, I include diverse dialectal sources to ensure the student will be familiar with his/her interlocutors on all grounds and will be able to address them effectively Below are some reviews posted by my students on Wyzant, my private website, Linkedin, and language-school-teachers.com: “Excellent. I had couple of sessions with her for pronunciation improvement and accent reduction. She provided excellent feedback and instructions on how to improve along with some of the quick techniques. I would recommend her to anybody looking into this area or improving grammar or overall English.” Yogesh, India English/ESL Intensive 4-hour Program, 2013 “Once upon a time I got angry with myself and decided to put an end to my ignorance in English. I've already been settled in Dallas for five years and couldn't string two words together in English. Both my husband and I went online and got absorbed in looking for a teacher. Our choice was Gabriela  Anderson; we didn't know why her ad attracted us. For six months I took English lessons with Gabriela. Initially, I must admit, I was so scared of English that I nearly fainted whenever I heard it. Now all that is in the past. I can express myself maybe not as well as I would like to but pretty well, thanks to what Gabriela has taught me. I've met not only a teacher but an intelligent responsible and good-natured person. Thanks to Gabriela my outlook was widened, and I learnt a lot about American culture, history, and people. Together we listened to TV news and read books, and I learnt much that was new to me about American movies, writers, famous singers, actors, etc. And I have to say that my life became much more interesting because my English is now fairly good. Thank you once again, Gabriela! Natasha, Englneer (retired), Lithuania English/ESL Immersion Program 2013 “Gabriela is Good — As per our son's interest, we have started the English reading. Gabriela is an excellent orator and good reader, am able to see some improvement in my son reading.” Devi for son Vaibhav (India) ESL 4h Immersion Program, 2013 “My friend and I decided to take classes to improve our American-English skills. We work in a hospital, it was very important for us to speak well. The program was very helpful and Gabriela provided many pronunciation lessons and common vocabulary and expressions. We felt it was very helpful to learn from an English teacher who had studied English as a 2nd language many years ago because she knew how to explain the language to us and to relate to our learning experience. We did many exercises that included American TV, regular conversation, presentations, and even regional dialects and slang as part of our phonetics lessons. We have been very satisfied with this program therefore we are continuing studying for advanced level We recommend it to all students interested in American-English.” Estella and Adriana, medical staff (Colombia) ESL Immersion Program 2013
Proofreading

Elementary Education

Common Core,

Common Core

I am a professional private teacher with 30 years of experience in the United States and in Europe. I have taught students aged 2 -75 as well as corporate teams; and have offered various Subject-Immersion programs, Homeschooling, and specialized lessons for students of very diverse backgrounds. My method generally consists of 1) testing the student and preparing a personalized curriculum; 2) teaching 2-hour lessons covering new information and exercises; 3) quizzing and pre-testing the student regularly; 4) offering free materials for daily independent study between our lessons. My short intensive-immersion courses are sensitive to each student's needs, very competitive, and have always rendered the best results. Looking forward to teaching you!
Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have been training elementary school children since 1992, in Europe and the United States, each time receiving excellent results due to my personalised method that complements traditional instruction with immersion and holistic subject training. Thus the student learns literature/language, grammatical structure, vocabulary, history, geography, writing, reading, public speech (presentations), arts, science, and other subjects in an integrated manner that allows him/her to grasp the connections between such topics. In my collaboration with various schools, I have received praise for the competitive results, the complex content of my lessons, as well as for managing to develop children's interest in learning. I have a BA in English Language and Culture; extensive English and ESL tutoring, and an MA in International Affairs / European Studies. I tutor at private school: kids programs, and am a tutor & examiner for Washington D.C. diplomats. I am a translator of English novels and management books, conference interpreter. I am certified in SAT ACT History, Literature, Arts, Public Speaking, Vocabulary, Reading, Writing, Child Psychology, foreign languages, Philosophy, Math/Business, etc.
Grammar,

Grammar

BA English and Philology (foreign languages and cultures) MA International Affairs/ European Studies and Business Editor University of Texas Linguist, Open University Business School UK Communications Director and editor, Conservative Party USA English/foreign language Tutor and Examiner, diplomatic school Washington DC fiction translator (novels from American authors) Director, Diplomat Languages: train/test foreign language grammar and cultures
Homeschool,

Homeschool

Thank you for visiting this page. My qualifications for teachings multiple subjects under the homeschooling programs are these: a Bachelor's degree in English and Philology (foreign languages and literatures); a GWU Master's degree in International Relations and Business; Arts training (Classical Painting and Dance) at the National Academy of Arts (New York City); College and Wyzant certifications for all the listed subjects; and ongoing experience as a professional private teacher since 1988. My homeschooling programs are always personalized to respond to the parents' and students' goals. I offer instruction in all the listed subjects, having worked as a private teacher and tutor in the United States and Europe. I teach English/Humanities subjects as well as French and Italian; my programs may include basic Latin, Hebrew, and Spanish; Art (Drawing, Painting, Arts & Crafts, Culinary Art, Creative Writing); basic science (including AP Biology and Elementary Math); and - for girls only -Dance (Flamenco/Aerobics). My programs are generally goal-oriented or short-term and may be designed for special needs students (ADD-ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism), for gifted and talented kids (OLSAT test prep, Italian-method Montessori, etc), or they may be traditional homeschooling courses; other programs may target standardized test requirements (STAAR, ISEE, SSAT, etc). My students can opt for their prefered curricula or I can design personalized curricula for them, while the schedules can usually provide sufficient flexibility to accommodate busy parents' agendas. I look forward to meeting you for a preliminary FREE consultation and a trial lesson, and to discuss your curriculum options.
Reading,

Reading

Superior English Reading Comprehension/Grammar, U.S. and UK English, professional private teacher (received 100% 5-star ratings from WyzAnt students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR READING-IMMERSION PROGRAMS! I have been training students in English Reading for the past 20 years, each time receiving excellent results due to my method that combines ordinary Reading techniques with Reading-immersion and very useful philological/linguistic tips. Thus the student learns very fast some in-depth grammatical structures and vocabulary, along with practicing regular Reading-book exercises. I am a certified professional private teacher with over 40 years of English experience in the United States and Europe; I can teach 7 days/week, flexible hours between 7am-11pm. I have been successfully helping students as an English/Reading instructor and ESL/TOEFL teacher in the United States, France, and Italy. In Washington D.C. I worked as an English teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service Reading methods (language immersion). Credentials: BA English and Philology (linguistics), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.); English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK); English teacher with various agencies; English simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of novels and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proofreader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I grew up multilingual (English, Italian, French, and Romanian) in Europe, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997. I have published poetry and articles in LiterArt 2000.
Vocabulary,

Vocabulary

Vocabulary tutoring, college level, since 2003 BA English and Philology (languages and cultures) MA International Affairs/ European Studies and Business Editor University of Texas Linguist, Open University Business School UK Communications Director and editor, Conservative Party USA English/foreign language Tutor and Examiner, diplomatic school Washington DC fiction translator (novels from American authors) Director, Diplomat Languages: train/test foreign language grammar and cultures training/testing TOEFL, SAT, AP, ILR published literary articles, poetry in American and European journals
Spelling

English

ACT English,

ACT English

I have trained students for ACT/English for the past 20 years, each time receiving excellent results due to my method that combines ordinary ACT book training philological/linguistic tips (a European approach). Thus the student learns very fast some essential grammatical aspects and vocabulary, along with practicing regular ACT-book exercises. I am a certified professional private teacher with over 25 years of teaching experience in the United States and Europe; I teach 7 days/week, flexible hours between 7am-11pm. In Washington D.C. I worked as an English teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service training methods (i.e. language immersion). My credentials are: a BA in English and Philology (linguistics), an MA in European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.); English Linguist at Open University Business School (UK); English teacher at DIPLOMAT Languages, Global LT, and Elite Test Prep; English simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of fiction and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proof Reader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I grew up multilingual (English, Italian, French, and Romanian) in Europe, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997. Currently, I offer a FREE 30-min. consultation with the 1st lesson.
ACT Reading,

ACT Reading

Superior English ACT/Reading training, U.S. and UK English, professional private teacher (received 100% 5-star ratings from WyzAnt students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR ACT-READING IMMERSION PROGRAMS! I have been training ACT students for the past 20 years, each time receiving excellent results due to my method that combines ordinary ACT training with immersion and very useful philological/linguistic tips. Thus the student learns very fast some in-depth grammatical structures and vocabulary, along with practicing regular ACT-book exercises.
English,

English

English tutor in the U.S., Italy, and Romania (OUBS, United Kingdom) Bachelor's in English and Philology (foreign languages and literature) Master of Arts in International Affairs, European Studies, and Business, George Washington University, Washington, DC; coursework at Georgetown University Washington D.C. Linguist and cultural consultant at the Open University Business School, translator for the University of Texas, English editor assistant/proofreader for the Conservative Party of Texas Studied British English in Europe from the age of 7. US citizen, living and working in the USA since 1997; English teacher, translated American and British novels and management books; trained diplomats at Inlingua School (D.C., VA) Passed required medical exams to teach children
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I am a professional private teacher and have been providing U.S./UK English lessons since 1992 via personalized curricula (K6 - College/Corporate; received 100% 5-star ratings on Wyzant). I teach 7 days/week based on reserved time slots between 7am-10pm. I have been successfully helping students as an ESL/ESOL teacher in the United States, France, and Italy; n Washington D.C., I worked as an ESL/foreign language teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service training methods (language immersion and intensive immersion). My English/ESL credentials are: a BA in English and Linguistics, an MA in European Studies and International Business (George Washington University, Georgetown University, Washington D.C.); ESL Expert and English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK); English teacher with various agencies; English simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of fiction and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proof Reader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I started studying English (along with French) at the age of 3 in Romania, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997 living in the United States ever since.
Grammar,

Grammar

BA English and Philology (foreign languages and cultures) MA International Affairs/ European Studies and Business Editor University of Texas Linguist, Open University Business School UK Communications Director and editor, Conservative Party USA English/foreign language Tutor and Examiner, diplomatic school Washington DC fiction translator (novels from American authors) Director, Diplomat Languages: train/test foreign language grammar and cultures
IELTS,

IELTS

As a certified English teacher with 30 years of teaching experience in the United States and in Europe, I have successfully taught IELTS students to help them in their admittance processes at competitive colleges. My method covers both grammar and literature instruction and the IELTS book exercises necessary for any IELTS student to comprehend all the aspects of this important exam. I particularly emphasize daily self-training (for free, under my guidance via online support materials) in between our lessons as the #1 tip in acquiring lasting knowledge and getting top scores. In addition to my university qualifications, being certified and experienced in teaching other tests (such as ESL/TOEFL, STAAR, SAT/ACT, GRE) -- and the fact that I studied English and related foreign languages for the past 45 years -- have also contributed significantly to my test prep lessons' success in Texas. Every IELTS-immersion course is personalized, based on a competitive curriculum to fit a student's schedule and needs. I look forward to teaching you!
Literature,

Literature

I am an English tutor in the U.S., Italy, and Romania (OUBS, United Kingdom). I have a Bachelor's in English and Philology (foreign languages and literature) and a Master of Arts in International Affairs, European Studies, and Business, George Washington University, Washington, DC; coursework at Georgetown University Washington D.C. I am a Linguist and cultural consultant at the Open University Business School, a translator for the University of Texas, and an English editor assistant/proofreader for the Conservative Party of Texas. I studied British English in Europe from the age of 7. I am a US citizen, living and working in the USA since 1997. I am an English teacher, and have translated American and British novels and management books and trained diplomats at Inlingua School (D.C., VA). I passed required medical exams to teach children.
Public Speaking,

Public Speaking

I am a certified English teacher with additional college degrees in Philology and European Studies. My bachelor and master degrees covered public-speaking-sensitive subjects such as: rhetoric, diplomacy/international affairs, psychological analysis, literary writing, sophisticated vocabulary, cultural psychology, and international protocol / manners. Having worked for over 10 years also as a conference interpreter (English to other languages), I am well-versed in public speaking and have many real-life lecture stories to refer to in my explanations to students. Additionally I worked as a fiction translator (English novels by Phillip Roth, Anita Brookner, Janet Dailey), a job that involved much versatility in using the correct speech nuances of diverse action characters. I have been tutoring for over 20 years in the United States and Europe and my language and culture courses have usually covered the above topics in order to prepare my students in a well-rounded manner for their international careers or global interactions. My method has always been this: 1. learn the student's goal, style and knowledge gaps, and tailor a personal curriculum for him/her 2. use diction sources (American/ British TV speeches, documentaries, films, etc) to explain the ways to eliminate errors 3. create individual scenarios involving public speaking: from everyday conversational situations up to professional or complex presentations in front of audiences 4. besides the standard language, I include diverse dialectal sources to ensure the student will be familiar with his/her interlocutors on all grounds and will be able to address them effectively Below are some reviews posted by my students on Wyzant, my private website, Linkedin, and language-school-teachers.com: “Excellent. I had couple of sessions with her for pronunciation improvement and accent reduction. She provided excellent feedback and instructions on how to improve along with some of the quick techniques. I would recommend her to anybody looking into this area or improving grammar or overall English.” Yogesh, India English/ESL Intensive 4-hour Program, 2013 “Once upon a time I got angry with myself and decided to put an end to my ignorance in English. I've already been settled in Dallas for five years and couldn't string two words together in English. Both my husband and I went online and got absorbed in looking for a teacher. Our choice was Gabriela  Anderson; we didn't know why her ad attracted us. For six months I took English lessons with Gabriela. Initially, I must admit, I was so scared of English that I nearly fainted whenever I heard it. Now all that is in the past. I can express myself maybe not as well as I would like to but pretty well, thanks to what Gabriela has taught me. I've met not only a teacher but an intelligent responsible and good-natured person. Thanks to Gabriela my outlook was widened, and I learnt a lot about American culture, history, and people. Together we listened to TV news and read books, and I learnt much that was new to me about American movies, writers, famous singers, actors, etc. And I have to say that my life became much more interesting because my English is now fairly good. Thank you once again, Gabriela! Natasha, Englneer (retired), Lithuania English/ESL Immersion Program 2013 “Gabriela is Good — As per our son's interest, we have started the English reading. Gabriela is an excellent orator and good reader, am able to see some improvement in my son reading.” Devi for son Vaibhav (India) ESL 4h Immersion Program, 2013 “My friend and I decided to take classes to improve our American-English skills. We work in a hospital, it was very important for us to speak well. The program was very helpful and Gabriela provided many pronunciation lessons and common vocabulary and expressions. We felt it was very helpful to learn from an English teacher who had studied English as a 2nd language many years ago because she knew how to explain the language to us and to relate to our learning experience. We did many exercises that included American TV, regular conversation, presentations, and even regional dialects and slang as part of our phonetics lessons. We have been very satisfied with this program therefore we are continuing studying for advanced level We recommend it to all students interested in American-English.” Estella and Adriana, medical staff (Colombia) ESL Immersion Program 2013
Reading,

Reading

Superior English Reading Comprehension/Grammar, U.S. and UK English, professional private teacher (received 100% 5-star ratings from WyzAnt students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR READING-IMMERSION PROGRAMS! I have been training students in English Reading for the past 20 years, each time receiving excellent results due to my method that combines ordinary Reading techniques with Reading-immersion and very useful philological/linguistic tips. Thus the student learns very fast some in-depth grammatical structures and vocabulary, along with practicing regular Reading-book exercises. I am a certified professional private teacher with over 40 years of English experience in the United States and Europe; I can teach 7 days/week, flexible hours between 7am-11pm. I have been successfully helping students as an English/Reading instructor and ESL/TOEFL teacher in the United States, France, and Italy. In Washington D.C. I worked as an English teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service Reading methods (language immersion). Credentials: BA English and Philology (linguistics), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.); English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK); English teacher with various agencies; English simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of novels and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proofreader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I grew up multilingual (English, Italian, French, and Romanian) in Europe, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997. I have published poetry and articles in LiterArt 2000.
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

Superior English SAT/Grammar, U.S. and UK English, professional private teacher (earned only 5-star ratings from all Wyzant students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR SAT/READING-IMMERSION PROGRAMS! I have been training SAT students for the past 20 years, each time receiving excellent results due to my method that combines ordinary SAT training with immersion and very useful philological/linguistics tips. Thus the student learns in-depth grammatical structures and vocabulary along with practicing regular SAT-book exercises. My multilingual upbringing and experience in English as well as three Latin languages, along with many years of formal training at the best schools in the U.S. and Europe, have allowed me to acquire an articulate intellectual American-English level that receives praises on a daily basis. SAT Reading is one of the most difficult test subjects, and I have promoted my students by training them based on manuals, as well as classical and contemporary literature, to help them understand text approaches and employ sophisticated vocabulary. Choosing the most challenging materials and stimulating the student's ability to comprehend diverse texts are also important aspects in SAT Reading, and for that purpose I use relevant materials from SAT books and challenging sources (media, literature, TV, etc). My 30-year test prep experience has included Latin and 4 Latin languages, too, along with translation of American novels and management books for Open University Business School (UK), English-French/Italian simultaneous interpreting, and ongoing tutoring for kids and adults. I am certified in SAT Reading and 29 other English-related test prep subjects. I am a certified professional private teacher with over 40 years of English-language experience in the United States and Europe; I teach 7 days/week between 7am-11pm. In Washington D.C. I worked as an English teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service training methods (language immersion). Credentials: BA English and Philology (linguistics), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.); English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK); English teacher with various agencies; English teacher/tester for diplomats at Inlingua School; simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of fiction and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proof Reader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I grew up multilingual (English, Italian, French, Romanian) in Europe, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997. In Texas, I have also studied basic Spanish to help Spanish SAT Reading students.
SAT Writing,

SAT Writing

I have been tutoring English SAT Writing to students since 2009. I am a European tutor trained in British English, and I have been living in the United States (as a U.S. citizen) for the past 17 years. Writing is a very complex skill that, in fact, differs from one culture to another. Writing well implies one's familiarity with diverse and complex texts and grammatical structures; on a higher level, such as literary writing, it also requires philological training (philology= "love of words") which is a European traditional method less known in the United States. I have provided both traditional SAT training and SAT philological training (which includes rhetoric, grammatical and psychological analysis, creative writing) to my SAT students with excellent results. My 25-year experience has covered writing articles, translation of American novels, translation of management and marketing books for a British university, American English conference/simultaneous interpreting, as well as constant tutoring to students and adults. I am certified in SAT Writing, Reading, ACT, Public Speaking, Vocabulary, Creative Writing, Child psychology, foreign languages, philology and business/international affairs.
TOEFL,

TOEFL

I have taught TOEFL and English over the past 25 years, in international environments, and my students have always received the best grades. Currently I employ a personalized immersion English (grammar and literature) method that allows students to learn fast all the necessary information. I taught and tested diplomats in Washington D.C. and Virginia, where diplomatic schools teach such language-immersion courses to ensure the best performance of students on tests like ILR, TOEFL, and foreign service exams.
Vocabulary,

Vocabulary

Vocabulary tutoring, college level, since 2003 BA English and Philology (languages and cultures) MA International Affairs/ European Studies and Business Editor University of Texas Linguist, Open University Business School UK Communications Director and editor, Conservative Party USA English/foreign language Tutor and Examiner, diplomatic school Washington DC fiction translator (novels from American authors) Director, Diplomat Languages: train/test foreign language grammar and cultures training/testing TOEFL, SAT, AP, ILR published literary articles, poetry in American and European journals
Writing,

Writing

BA in English 21 years experience MA in International Affairs/European Studies Writer and editor for political party Wrote articles and poetry for various publications English/French translator of novels Program creator for Open University Business School and Diplomat Languages Inc. Trained diplomats English/foreign language
Proofreading, Spelling

History

American History,

American History

I have been successfully tutoring students in American History since 2003. My credentials are: an MA in International Affairs, International Business; a BA in English (Literature, History, and Culture); activity as Editor and Communications Director for the Conservative Party USA; and Tester/ Examiner for U.S. diplomats at Inlingua school, Washington DC. My method includes actual teaching of essential points, besides the specific tutoring task, in order to set my students on a no-failure-path and full understanding of their material from the start. I offer a FREE 30-min. consultation with the 1st lesson and other perks.
Art History,

Art History

Art History tutoring since 2008 Arts (classical painting) training, National Academy of Art in New York City, European exhibitions BA English and Philology (foreign languages and cultures) MA International Affairs/ European Studies and Business Editor University of Texas Linguist, Open University Business School UK Communications Director and editor, Conservative Party USA English/foreign language Tutor and Examiner, diplomatic school Washington DC fiction translator (novels from American authors) Director, Diplomat Languages: train/test foreign language grammar and cultures training/testing TOEFL, SAT, AP, ILR
Bible Studies,

Bible Studies

I am a certified English teacher with over 20 years in tutoring. My religious background is Messianic-Jewish. I was baptised Greek-Orthodox Christian in Europe (Romania), and I also converted to Judaism in 2008 in the United States based on my father's family history and my Biblical convictions. My Conservative Jewish formal education lasted 2 years and was completed at the Adas Israel Synagogue in Washington D.C. under the supervision of several rabbis who provided Biblical history lessons for 1 year. Subsequently, I studied in New York City, and have continued to research Orthodox Christian (and other Christian sources) as my personal interest. In college in Europe I studied Latin, and at the synagogue I studied Biblical Hebrew, and I am particularly versed in the Old Testament, The New Testament, and the Torah, as well as in mythologies and other religions, due to my personal interest in spirituality. I base all my information exclusively on classical authors and acknowledged Biblical exegeses. As a tutor of European languages and cultures, I have had many Christian students here in Texas, and we have had extensive interesting conversations on Biblical topics. My American students can benefit from the Biblical knowledge I have acquired in my years of tutoring English, Italian / French cultures, and they can also learn from my European Studies and Messianic-Jewish knowledge and experience. I view the religious culture of the United States as uniquely pro-Biblical and wise, in that it has allowed the merging of the Christian and the Jewish traditions promoting their common root for a strengthening of Abrahamic spirituality, which is the only path, I believe, towards the healing and regeneration of the contemporary world. I would look forward to acquiring this qualification in order to support my students in their Biblical goals. Thank you. Gabriela A.
Classics,

Classics

My qualifications in the Classics covers: BA in Philology (Classical study of foreign languages), University of Bucharest Coursework in classical literature in Italy (Rome, Naples) Coursework in classical arts in France (Nice) MA in European Studies/International Affairs, George Washington University Essential courses completed in colleges: Ancient History Greek mythology Ancient Biblical History Universal mythologies and religions Latin and Hebrew languages (studied in college and at synagogues) Classical arts Classical literature and psychological analysis (literary critique) Classical authors: France, Italy, Spain, Germany, United Kingdom, Russia, United States Classical Rhetoric Classical Calligraphy Practical courses: Classical painting, National Academy of Art, New York 2008 Classical painting tutoring (Dallas, Dave Kramer's school, 2009) Classical ballet, 92Y Street School, New York 2008 Classical Flamenco, Ziva Cohen;s School, Washington D.C. 2004 and JoDe Romano's School, New York 2008
European History,

European History

European History tutoring since 1998 BA English and Philology (foreign languages and cultures) MA International Affairs/ European Studies and Business Editor University of Texas Linguist, Open University Business School UK Communications Director and editor, Conservative Party USA English/foreign language Tutor and Examiner, diplomatic school Washington DC fiction translator (novels from American authors) Director, Diplomat Languages: train/test foreign language grammar and cultures training/testing TOEFL, SAT, AP, ILR
World History,

World History

I have been teaching World History and European History in the United States and Europe for the past 20 years, and my students have dramatically improved their scores after the first several hours of study together. My method is to provide shortcuts to understanding the larger picture of historic events so that students could think through the overall historical processes and write comprehensive essays; once a student has the necessary knowledge for competitive AP essay writing, the MCQ sections become much easier to complete.
Geography, Philosophy

Homeschool

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have been training elementary school children since 1992, in Europe and the United States, each time receiving excellent results due to my personalised method that complements traditional instruction with immersion and holistic subject training. Thus the student learns literature/language, grammatical structure, vocabulary, history, geography, writing, reading, public speech (presentations), arts, science, and other subjects in an integrated manner that allows him/her to grasp the connections between such topics. In my collaboration with various schools, I have received praise for the competitive results, the complex content of my lessons, as well as for managing to develop children's interest in learning. I have a BA in English Language and Culture; extensive English and ESL tutoring, and an MA in International Affairs / European Studies. I tutor at private school: kids programs, and am a tutor & examiner for Washington D.C. diplomats. I am a translator of English novels and management books, conference interpreter. I am certified in SAT ACT History, Literature, Arts, Public Speaking, Vocabulary, Reading, Writing, Child Psychology, foreign languages, Philosophy, Math/Business, etc.
English,

English

English tutor in the U.S., Italy, and Romania (OUBS, United Kingdom) Bachelor's in English and Philology (foreign languages and literature) Master of Arts in International Affairs, European Studies, and Business, George Washington University, Washington, DC; coursework at Georgetown University Washington D.C. Linguist and cultural consultant at the Open University Business School, translator for the University of Texas, English editor assistant/proofreader for the Conservative Party of Texas Studied British English in Europe from the age of 7. US citizen, living and working in the USA since 1997; English teacher, translated American and British novels and management books; trained diplomats at Inlingua School (D.C., VA) Passed required medical exams to teach children
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I am a professional private teacher and have been providing U.S./UK English lessons since 1992 via personalized curricula (K6 - College/Corporate; received 100% 5-star ratings on Wyzant). I teach 7 days/week based on reserved time slots between 7am-10pm. I have been successfully helping students as an ESL/ESOL teacher in the United States, France, and Italy; n Washington D.C., I worked as an ESL/foreign language teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service training methods (language immersion and intensive immersion). My English/ESL credentials are: a BA in English and Linguistics, an MA in European Studies and International Business (George Washington University, Georgetown University, Washington D.C.); ESL Expert and English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK); English teacher with various agencies; English simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of fiction and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proof Reader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I started studying English (along with French) at the age of 3 in Romania, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997 living in the United States ever since.
French,

French

Native-level, K6-college/corporate French teacher (100% 5-star ratings from all WyzAnt students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR FRENCH-IMMERSION COURSES! I offer personalized lessons and curricula for adults and children who wish to learn conversational French fast or to pass French exams. I grew up bilingual French/English, lived and worked in France prior to becoming a US citizen, and have studied at France Langue, Nice, and the University of Sorbonne-Paris; also, I travel often to France. I am a certified professional private teacher with 46 years of French experience in the United States and Europe. I teach 7 days/week between 7am-11pm); my lessons cover standard French, dialects (if needed), and French culture including literature. My lessons are ideal for AP French, travel, conversation, job goals, etc. In Washington D.C. I was a teacher for U.S. diplomats at Inlingua School, using language-immersion methods which render the fastest results. Credentials: BA Philology (foreign languages, French and Latin), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.) with exit exam in French; French translator, Open University Business School (UK), DIPLOMAT Languages school, and LiterArt 21.
Reading,

Reading

Superior English Reading Comprehension/Grammar, U.S. and UK English, professional private teacher (received 100% 5-star ratings from WyzAnt students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR READING-IMMERSION PROGRAMS! I have been training students in English Reading for the past 20 years, each time receiving excellent results due to my method that combines ordinary Reading techniques with Reading-immersion and very useful philological/linguistic tips. Thus the student learns very fast some in-depth grammatical structures and vocabulary, along with practicing regular Reading-book exercises. I am a certified professional private teacher with over 40 years of English experience in the United States and Europe; I can teach 7 days/week, flexible hours between 7am-11pm. I have been successfully helping students as an English/Reading instructor and ESL/TOEFL teacher in the United States, France, and Italy. In Washington D.C. I worked as an English teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service Reading methods (language immersion). Credentials: BA English and Philology (linguistics), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.); English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK); English teacher with various agencies; English simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of novels and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proofreader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I grew up multilingual (English, Italian, French, and Romanian) in Europe, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997. I have published poetry and articles in LiterArt 2000.
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

Superior English SAT/Grammar, U.S. and UK English, professional private teacher (earned only 5-star ratings from all Wyzant students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR SAT/READING-IMMERSION PROGRAMS! I have been training SAT students for the past 20 years, each time receiving excellent results due to my method that combines ordinary SAT training with immersion and very useful philological/linguistics tips. Thus the student learns in-depth grammatical structures and vocabulary along with practicing regular SAT-book exercises. My multilingual upbringing and experience in English as well as three Latin languages, along with many years of formal training at the best schools in the U.S. and Europe, have allowed me to acquire an articulate intellectual American-English level that receives praises on a daily basis. SAT Reading is one of the most difficult test subjects, and I have promoted my students by training them based on manuals, as well as classical and contemporary literature, to help them understand text approaches and employ sophisticated vocabulary. Choosing the most challenging materials and stimulating the student's ability to comprehend diverse texts are also important aspects in SAT Reading, and for that purpose I use relevant materials from SAT books and challenging sources (media, literature, TV, etc). My 30-year test prep experience has included Latin and 4 Latin languages, too, along with translation of American novels and management books for Open University Business School (UK), English-French/Italian simultaneous interpreting, and ongoing tutoring for kids and adults. I am certified in SAT Reading and 29 other English-related test prep subjects. I am a certified professional private teacher with over 40 years of English-language experience in the United States and Europe; I teach 7 days/week between 7am-11pm. In Washington D.C. I worked as an English teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service training methods (language immersion). Credentials: BA English and Philology (linguistics), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.); English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK); English teacher with various agencies; English teacher/tester for diplomats at Inlingua School; simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of fiction and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proof Reader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I grew up multilingual (English, Italian, French, Romanian) in Europe, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997. In Texas, I have also studied basic Spanish to help Spanish SAT Reading students.
Writing,

Writing

BA in English 21 years experience MA in International Affairs/European Studies Writer and editor for political party Wrote articles and poetry for various publications English/French translator of novels Program creator for Open University Business School and Diplomat Languages Inc. Trained diplomats English/foreign language
Spelling

Language

ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I am a professional private teacher and have been providing U.S./UK English lessons since 1992 via personalized curricula (K6 - College/Corporate; received 100% 5-star ratings on Wyzant). I teach 7 days/week based on reserved time slots between 7am-10pm. I have been successfully helping students as an ESL/ESOL teacher in the United States, France, and Italy; n Washington D.C., I worked as an ESL/foreign language teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service training methods (language immersion and intensive immersion). My English/ESL credentials are: a BA in English and Linguistics, an MA in European Studies and International Business (George Washington University, Georgetown University, Washington D.C.); ESL Expert and English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK); English teacher with various agencies; English simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of fiction and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proof Reader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I started studying English (along with French) at the age of 3 in Romania, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997 living in the United States ever since.
French,

French

Native-level, K6-college/corporate French teacher (100% 5-star ratings from all WyzAnt students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR FRENCH-IMMERSION COURSES! I offer personalized lessons and curricula for adults and children who wish to learn conversational French fast or to pass French exams. I grew up bilingual French/English, lived and worked in France prior to becoming a US citizen, and have studied at France Langue, Nice, and the University of Sorbonne-Paris; also, I travel often to France. I am a certified professional private teacher with 46 years of French experience in the United States and Europe. I teach 7 days/week between 7am-11pm); my lessons cover standard French, dialects (if needed), and French culture including literature. My lessons are ideal for AP French, travel, conversation, job goals, etc. In Washington D.C. I was a teacher for U.S. diplomats at Inlingua School, using language-immersion methods which render the fastest results. Credentials: BA Philology (foreign languages, French and Latin), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.) with exit exam in French; French translator, Open University Business School (UK), DIPLOMAT Languages school, and LiterArt 21.
IELTS,

IELTS

As a certified English teacher with 30 years of teaching experience in the United States and in Europe, I have successfully taught IELTS students to help them in their admittance processes at competitive colleges. My method covers both grammar and literature instruction and the IELTS book exercises necessary for any IELTS student to comprehend all the aspects of this important exam. I particularly emphasize daily self-training (for free, under my guidance via online support materials) in between our lessons as the #1 tip in acquiring lasting knowledge and getting top scores. In addition to my university qualifications, being certified and experienced in teaching other tests (such as ESL/TOEFL, STAAR, SAT/ACT, GRE) -- and the fact that I studied English and related foreign languages for the past 45 years -- have also contributed significantly to my test prep lessons' success in Texas. Every IELTS-immersion course is personalized, based on a competitive curriculum to fit a student's schedule and needs. I look forward to teaching you!
Italian,

Italian

Native level Italian, K6-College/Corporate private teacher (received 100% 5-star ratings from WyzAnt students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR ITALIAN-IMMERSION COURSES! I offer personalized Italian lessons and curricula for adults and children who wish to learn Italian conversation, pass exams, grow up bilingual, or have other Italian goals. I have family in Naples, Italy, and lived/worked in Italy prior to becoming a US citizen (studied at Centro Italiano, Naples); also, I often travel to Italy. I am a certified professional private teacher with over 40 years of Italian experience in the United States and Europe. I teach 7 days/week between 7am-11pm; lessons cover standard Italian, dialects (if needed), and Italian culture including literature; my courses are ideal for AP Italian, travel, conversation, etc. In Washington D.C. I was a teacher for U.S. diplomats at Inlingua School, using language-immersion methods which render the fastest results. Credentials: BA Philology (foreign languages, Italian, French, and Latin), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.) with entry exam in Italian; Italian translator, Open University Business School (UK).
Romanian,

Romanian

I was born in Romania and my BA minor is in Romanian. I have been teaching Romanian immersion programs since 1994, and in Washington, D.C., I taught Romanian to U.S. diplomats.
TOEFL

TOEFL

I have taught TOEFL and English over the past 25 years, in international environments, and my students have always received the best grades. Currently I employ a personalized immersion English (grammar and literature) method that allows students to learn fast all the necessary information. I taught and tested diplomats in Washington D.C. and Virginia, where diplomatic schools teach such language-immersion courses to ensure the best performance of students on tests like ILR, TOEFL, and foreign service exams.

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Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have been training elementary school children since 1992, in Europe and the United States, each time receiving excellent results due to my personalised method that complements traditional instruction with immersion and holistic subject training. Thus the student learns literature/language, grammatical structure, vocabulary, history, geography, writing, reading, public speech (presentations), arts, science, and other subjects in an integrated manner that allows him/her to grasp the connections between such topics. In my collaboration with various schools, I have received praise for the competitive results, the complex content of my lessons, as well as for managing to develop children's interest in learning. I have a BA in English Language and Culture; extensive English and ESL tutoring, and an MA in International Affairs / European Studies. I tutor at private school: kids programs, and am a tutor & examiner for Washington D.C. diplomats. I am a translator of English novels and management books, conference interpreter. I am certified in SAT ACT History, Literature, Arts, Public Speaking, Vocabulary, Reading, Writing, Child Psychology, foreign languages, Philosophy, Math/Business, etc.
English,

English

English tutor in the U.S., Italy, and Romania (OUBS, United Kingdom) Bachelor's in English and Philology (foreign languages and literature) Master of Arts in International Affairs, European Studies, and Business, George Washington University, Washington, DC; coursework at Georgetown University Washington D.C. Linguist and cultural consultant at the Open University Business School, translator for the University of Texas, English editor assistant/proofreader for the Conservative Party of Texas Studied British English in Europe from the age of 7. US citizen, living and working in the USA since 1997; English teacher, translated American and British novels and management books; trained diplomats at Inlingua School (D.C., VA) Passed required medical exams to teach children
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I am a professional private teacher and have been providing U.S./UK English lessons since 1992 via personalized curricula (K6 - College/Corporate; received 100% 5-star ratings on Wyzant). I teach 7 days/week based on reserved time slots between 7am-10pm. I have been successfully helping students as an ESL/ESOL teacher in the United States, France, and Italy; n Washington D.C., I worked as an ESL/foreign language teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service training methods (language immersion and intensive immersion). My English/ESL credentials are: a BA in English and Linguistics, an MA in European Studies and International Business (George Washington University, Georgetown University, Washington D.C.); ESL Expert and English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK); English teacher with various agencies; English simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of fiction and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proof Reader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I started studying English (along with French) at the age of 3 in Romania, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997 living in the United States ever since.
French,

French

Native-level, K6-college/corporate French teacher (100% 5-star ratings from all WyzAnt students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR FRENCH-IMMERSION COURSES! I offer personalized lessons and curricula for adults and children who wish to learn conversational French fast or to pass French exams. I grew up bilingual French/English, lived and worked in France prior to becoming a US citizen, and have studied at France Langue, Nice, and the University of Sorbonne-Paris; also, I travel often to France. I am a certified professional private teacher with 46 years of French experience in the United States and Europe. I teach 7 days/week between 7am-11pm); my lessons cover standard French, dialects (if needed), and French culture including literature. My lessons are ideal for AP French, travel, conversation, job goals, etc. In Washington D.C. I was a teacher for U.S. diplomats at Inlingua School, using language-immersion methods which render the fastest results. Credentials: BA Philology (foreign languages, French and Latin), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.) with exit exam in French; French translator, Open University Business School (UK), DIPLOMAT Languages school, and LiterArt 21.
Reading,

Reading

Superior English Reading Comprehension/Grammar, U.S. and UK English, professional private teacher (received 100% 5-star ratings from WyzAnt students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR READING-IMMERSION PROGRAMS! I have been training students in English Reading for the past 20 years, each time receiving excellent results due to my method that combines ordinary Reading techniques with Reading-immersion and very useful philological/linguistic tips. Thus the student learns very fast some in-depth grammatical structures and vocabulary, along with practicing regular Reading-book exercises. I am a certified professional private teacher with over 40 years of English experience in the United States and Europe; I can teach 7 days/week, flexible hours between 7am-11pm. I have been successfully helping students as an English/Reading instructor and ESL/TOEFL teacher in the United States, France, and Italy. In Washington D.C. I worked as an English teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service Reading methods (language immersion). Credentials: BA English and Philology (linguistics), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.); English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK); English teacher with various agencies; English simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of novels and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proofreader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I grew up multilingual (English, Italian, French, and Romanian) in Europe, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997. I have published poetry and articles in LiterArt 2000.
Writing

Writing

BA in English 21 years experience MA in International Affairs/European Studies Writer and editor for political party Wrote articles and poetry for various publications English/French translator of novels Program creator for Open University Business School and Diplomat Languages Inc. Trained diplomats English/foreign language

Other

Bible Studies,

Bible Studies

I am a certified English teacher with over 20 years in tutoring. My religious background is Messianic-Jewish. I was baptised Greek-Orthodox Christian in Europe (Romania), and I also converted to Judaism in 2008 in the United States based on my father's family history and my Biblical convictions. My Conservative Jewish formal education lasted 2 years and was completed at the Adas Israel Synagogue in Washington D.C. under the supervision of several rabbis who provided Biblical history lessons for 1 year. Subsequently, I studied in New York City, and have continued to research Orthodox Christian (and other Christian sources) as my personal interest. In college in Europe I studied Latin, and at the synagogue I studied Biblical Hebrew, and I am particularly versed in the Old Testament, The New Testament, and the Torah, as well as in mythologies and other religions, due to my personal interest in spirituality. I base all my information exclusively on classical authors and acknowledged Biblical exegeses. As a tutor of European languages and cultures, I have had many Christian students here in Texas, and we have had extensive interesting conversations on Biblical topics. My American students can benefit from the Biblical knowledge I have acquired in my years of tutoring English, Italian / French cultures, and they can also learn from my European Studies and Messianic-Jewish knowledge and experience. I view the religious culture of the United States as uniquely pro-Biblical and wise, in that it has allowed the merging of the Christian and the Jewish traditions promoting their common root for a strengthening of Abrahamic spirituality, which is the only path, I believe, towards the healing and regeneration of the contemporary world. I would look forward to acquiring this qualification in order to support my students in their Biblical goals. Thank you. Gabriela A.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I am a professional private teacher and have been providing U.S./UK English lessons since 1992 via personalized curricula (K6 - College/Corporate; received 100% 5-star ratings on Wyzant). I teach 7 days/week based on reserved time slots between 7am-10pm. I have been successfully helping students as an ESL/ESOL teacher in the United States, France, and Italy; n Washington D.C., I worked as an ESL/foreign language teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service training methods (language immersion and intensive immersion). My English/ESL credentials are: a BA in English and Linguistics, an MA in European Studies and International Business (George Washington University, Georgetown University, Washington D.C.); ESL Expert and English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK); English teacher with various agencies; English simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of fiction and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proof Reader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I started studying English (along with French) at the age of 3 in Romania, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997 living in the United States ever since.
Marketing,

Marketing

My marketing specialisation covers over 21 years of experience and studies. I am a business owner with superior training and expertise in international and American business. My formal qualifications are: Master's degree with International Business specialisation, George Washington University, Washington D.C. 2004, GPA 3.4 Business Coursework at Georgetown University, Washington D.C.: International marketing, International Banking, Latin American Markets, East-European Business Development, EU Studies, Corporations and Government, Cultural Organisations, Economics, Business and Politics, etc. My business experience covers: Owning and managing two foreign language services firms in Texas and Maryland since 2002 Advertising successfully my Texas firm since 2008 (global marketing) in the niche of immersion language programs/tutoring Developing/Managing small businesses in Eastern Europe in 1990s Translation of marketing books for Open University Business School (UK) Simultaneous Interpreter service requiring in-depth knowledge of marketing/business at conferences on: Research and Development, Marketing, Business Development, Business Incubators, Trade Unions, Intellectual Property, Oil and Gas conferences, European Planning and Statistics, corporations and non-proliferation, etc. In addition to the above knowledge and career, I am a qualified teacher (BA in teaching and in English), which is an important feature for a tutor in conveying priority information in the best-structured way using the most effective business-vocabulary approach to benefit the student.
Geography, Philosophy

Science

Psychology,

Psychology

Psychology (psychological analysis) tutoring since 2004 Child psychology training, Europe BA English and Philology (foreign languages and cultures) MA International Affairs Communications Director and Editor, Conservative Party USA English/foreign language Tutor and Examiner, diplomatic school Washington DC Charity practice: UNICEF, disabled children (Motivation) training/testing TOEFL, SAT, AP, ILR
Philosophy

Special Needs

ADHD,

ADHD

I am a certified professional private teacher and have been training ADD-ADHD students for the past 20 years, each time receiving excellent results due to my method that combines regular subject instruction with subject-immersion techniques and very useful educational and linguistic tips. Thus the student learns very fast some essential behavioral patterns, guidelines, and character-building literature, along with practicing book exercises. My career covers over 25 years of teaching experience in the United States and Europe; I teach 7 days/week, flexible hours between 7am-11pm. In Europe I studied child psychology especially with a focus on French methodology, and lately I have pursued online coursework towards a PhD in Child Education and Psychology from a European school; I also worked on several programs for ADD-ADHD children organized by UNICEF, Montessori-Naples, and Motivation (UK charity group).
Dyslexia

Dyslexia

My main certifications for tutoring dyslexia-diagnosed students are: a European Bachelor of Arts degree in English with extensive study and practice in: Phonetics, Child Psychology, Dyslexia and Special Needs/ADHD children. I also hold a master's degree in diplomacy with certifications in linguistics and etymology (Latin, Italian, French), thus I am able to offer more in-depth explanations to my students than a regular teacher can provide. Other certifications I've obtained are useful too for a well-rounded methodology: spelling, vocabulary, accent reduction, writing, reading comprehension, and proofreading. In addition to my college background I practiced my training in Romanian orphanages and in Naples Italy, as well as in the United States where I helped dyslexia-diagnosed children and adults improve their pronunciation, reading/writing, and diction skills. I have also passionately continued to study over the past 25 years and currently I am in process of pursuing additional certifications in child psychology and special needs education from European schools. Each dyslexia case is different, therefore I always teach my students according to personalized data, employing educational tools such as: verbal stimulation through relevant readings and writing; comparative phonetic studies; practicing phonics and presentations; identifying the student's weaknesses and creating a priority-based curriculum. I am always focussed on addressing psychological issues (e.g. shyness, fear, concerns, etc) through interactive conversation that aims at establishing co-operation and earning the student's trust in order to better help him/her. We study: letter formation, writing, recognition skills, linguistic awareness, sound-meaning exercises, texts, poetry, technological tools e.g. recording, CDs, TV sources, etc. Children have also responded tremendously well to more entertaining approaches: songs, games, speech-related drawing/painting, and role-playing that can trigger their emotional/ instinctive responsiveness and help them control and overcome their linguistic barriers. (Regarding arts: I am also certified in Arts and trained at the National Academy in NYC, thus I have been able to apply drawing and drama skills to my special needs classes.) I truly enjoy teaching and helping my students, and this dedication and patience have led to success stories. My lessons are always results-oriented based on specific plans that occasionally require parental co-operation, but most of the time are only my responsibility.

Sports/Recreation

Fitness

Fitness

Hi, and welcome to my page! I am a European teacher offering a unique 6-hour Flamenco-Aerobics course (1h. 30min. lessons) to women and girls who wish to achieve their fitness goals in a graceful dance-oriented manner. I have been successfully teaching this course since 1996, recently as part of the homeschooling program offered by DIPLOMAT, Languages & Art school, in Italy and the United States. The WyzAnt fitness course consists of a smooth and very feminine style of aerobic exercise based largely on Flamenco moves. It is designed to include: 20min. warm-up consisting in Ballet-style stretching techniques; the actual Flamenco Aerobics part for 1h and a 10 minute cool-off with slow relaxing Yoga and Pilate exercises. The Flamenco-Aerobics part is characterized by vigorous yet graceful moves that follow the lively rhythms of European Spanish/Flamenco music; it stimulates the waist area, arms, hips, ankles/feet, wrists-hands, shoulders and neck; and it emphasizes flexibility, posture, balance, and good mood. The attire is plain and consists of black/navy-blue leotard, leggings, ballet shoes or just thick socks (plus light Flamenco accessories e.g. a rose hairpin). No actual Flamenco equipment will be needed, this is a Fitness/Aerobics class. Private classes will be offered in-home, at a location provided by the student/client, or at a gym. My credentials are primarily related to client referrals and my life-long fitness/dance/arts involvement that has always included a passion for Flamenco. Pursuing physical fitness through sports and dance has always been at the top of my interests and, over the past 30 years, it has allowed me to stay as slim, agile, and toned due to a fitness regime that I'd be happy to share with my students. Even though I opted for a profession in Languages and Art, I have been involved from a young age in Gymnastics, Aerobics, Swimming, and Dance/Theatre. In Europe (Italy and Romania), I practiced Gymnastics, Latin dance/Lambada and Ballet; and in the United States I did Kickboxing, and practiced Aerobics, Flamenco dance (Dancer Ziva Cohen's School), and Martial Arts /Tang Su in Washington DC and Waldorf, Maryland -- where I was also featured in a Gold Gym fitness ad on the local television along with receiving contracts through 2 modelling agencies (Millennium Models and John Casablancas). In New York City I completed a super-fitness "Dance to the Max" program for 1 year at 92 Y Street Center doing: Flamenco (Metropolitan Opera dancer JoDe Romano's School), Ballet, Belly Dance, and Jazz , as well as regular gym training. Currently I offer a free 30-min. consultation with a 30-min. trial lesson. This is a personalized course, for women/girls only, that can include students' music and preferences; it is ideal for homeschooling.

Summer

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have been training elementary school children since 1992, in Europe and the United States, each time receiving excellent results due to my personalised method that complements traditional instruction with immersion and holistic subject training. Thus the student learns literature/language, grammatical structure, vocabulary, history, geography, writing, reading, public speech (presentations), arts, science, and other subjects in an integrated manner that allows him/her to grasp the connections between such topics. In my collaboration with various schools, I have received praise for the competitive results, the complex content of my lessons, as well as for managing to develop children's interest in learning. I have a BA in English Language and Culture; extensive English and ESL tutoring, and an MA in International Affairs / European Studies. I tutor at private school: kids programs, and am a tutor & examiner for Washington D.C. diplomats. I am a translator of English novels and management books, conference interpreter. I am certified in SAT ACT History, Literature, Arts, Public Speaking, Vocabulary, Reading, Writing, Child Psychology, foreign languages, Philosophy, Math/Business, etc.
ESL/ESOL,

ESL/ESOL

I am a professional private teacher and have been providing U.S./UK English lessons since 1992 via personalized curricula (K6 - College/Corporate; received 100% 5-star ratings on Wyzant). I teach 7 days/week based on reserved time slots between 7am-10pm. I have been successfully helping students as an ESL/ESOL teacher in the United States, France, and Italy; n Washington D.C., I worked as an ESL/foreign language teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service training methods (language immersion and intensive immersion). My English/ESL credentials are: a BA in English and Linguistics, an MA in European Studies and International Business (George Washington University, Georgetown University, Washington D.C.); ESL Expert and English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK); English teacher with various agencies; English simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of fiction and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proof Reader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I started studying English (along with French) at the age of 3 in Romania, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997 living in the United States ever since.
French,

French

Native-level, K6-college/corporate French teacher (100% 5-star ratings from all WyzAnt students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR FRENCH-IMMERSION COURSES! I offer personalized lessons and curricula for adults and children who wish to learn conversational French fast or to pass French exams. I grew up bilingual French/English, lived and worked in France prior to becoming a US citizen, and have studied at France Langue, Nice, and the University of Sorbonne-Paris; also, I travel often to France. I am a certified professional private teacher with 46 years of French experience in the United States and Europe. I teach 7 days/week between 7am-11pm); my lessons cover standard French, dialects (if needed), and French culture including literature. My lessons are ideal for AP French, travel, conversation, job goals, etc. In Washington D.C. I was a teacher for U.S. diplomats at Inlingua School, using language-immersion methods which render the fastest results. Credentials: BA Philology (foreign languages, French and Latin), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.) with exit exam in French; French translator, Open University Business School (UK), DIPLOMAT Languages school, and LiterArt 21.
Italian,

Italian

Native level Italian, K6-College/Corporate private teacher (received 100% 5-star ratings from WyzAnt students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR ITALIAN-IMMERSION COURSES! I offer personalized Italian lessons and curricula for adults and children who wish to learn Italian conversation, pass exams, grow up bilingual, or have other Italian goals. I have family in Naples, Italy, and lived/worked in Italy prior to becoming a US citizen (studied at Centro Italiano, Naples); also, I often travel to Italy. I am a certified professional private teacher with over 40 years of Italian experience in the United States and Europe. I teach 7 days/week between 7am-11pm; lessons cover standard Italian, dialects (if needed), and Italian culture including literature; my courses are ideal for AP Italian, travel, conversation, etc. In Washington D.C. I was a teacher for U.S. diplomats at Inlingua School, using language-immersion methods which render the fastest results. Credentials: BA Philology (foreign languages, Italian, French, and Latin), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.) with entry exam in Italian; Italian translator, Open University Business School (UK).
Reading,

Reading

Superior English Reading Comprehension/Grammar, U.S. and UK English, professional private teacher (received 100% 5-star ratings from WyzAnt students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR READING-IMMERSION PROGRAMS! I have been training students in English Reading for the past 20 years, each time receiving excellent results due to my method that combines ordinary Reading techniques with Reading-immersion and very useful philological/linguistic tips. Thus the student learns very fast some in-depth grammatical structures and vocabulary, along with practicing regular Reading-book exercises. I am a certified professional private teacher with over 40 years of English experience in the United States and Europe; I can teach 7 days/week, flexible hours between 7am-11pm. I have been successfully helping students as an English/Reading instructor and ESL/TOEFL teacher in the United States, France, and Italy. In Washington D.C. I worked as an English teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service Reading methods (language immersion). Credentials: BA English and Philology (linguistics), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.); English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK); English teacher with various agencies; English simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of novels and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proofreader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I grew up multilingual (English, Italian, French, and Romanian) in Europe, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997. I have published poetry and articles in LiterArt 2000.
Writing

Writing

BA in English 21 years experience MA in International Affairs/European Studies Writer and editor for political party Wrote articles and poetry for various publications English/French translator of novels Program creator for Open University Business School and Diplomat Languages Inc. Trained diplomats English/foreign language

Test Preparation

ACT English,

ACT English

I have trained students for ACT/English for the past 20 years, each time receiving excellent results due to my method that combines ordinary ACT book training philological/linguistic tips (a European approach). Thus the student learns very fast some essential grammatical aspects and vocabulary, along with practicing regular ACT-book exercises. I am a certified professional private teacher with over 25 years of teaching experience in the United States and Europe; I teach 7 days/week, flexible hours between 7am-11pm. In Washington D.C. I worked as an English teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service training methods (i.e. language immersion). My credentials are: a BA in English and Philology (linguistics), an MA in European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.); English Linguist at Open University Business School (UK); English teacher at DIPLOMAT Languages, Global LT, and Elite Test Prep; English simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of fiction and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proof Reader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I grew up multilingual (English, Italian, French, and Romanian) in Europe, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997. Currently, I offer a FREE 30-min. consultation with the 1st lesson.
ACT Reading,

ACT Reading

Superior English ACT/Reading training, U.S. and UK English, professional private teacher (received 100% 5-star ratings from WyzAnt students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR ACT-READING IMMERSION PROGRAMS! I have been training ACT students for the past 20 years, each time receiving excellent results due to my method that combines ordinary ACT training with immersion and very useful philological/linguistic tips. Thus the student learns very fast some in-depth grammatical structures and vocabulary, along with practicing regular ACT-book exercises.
Common Core,

Common Core

I am a professional private teacher with 30 years of experience in the United States and in Europe. I have taught students aged 2 -75 as well as corporate teams; and have offered various Subject-Immersion programs, Homeschooling, and specialized lessons for students of very diverse backgrounds. My method generally consists of 1) testing the student and preparing a personalized curriculum; 2) teaching 2-hour lessons covering new information and exercises; 3) quizzing and pre-testing the student regularly; 4) offering free materials for daily independent study between our lessons. My short intensive-immersion courses are sensitive to each student's needs, very competitive, and have always rendered the best results. Looking forward to teaching you!
IELTS,

IELTS

As a certified English teacher with 30 years of teaching experience in the United States and in Europe, I have successfully taught IELTS students to help them in their admittance processes at competitive colleges. My method covers both grammar and literature instruction and the IELTS book exercises necessary for any IELTS student to comprehend all the aspects of this important exam. I particularly emphasize daily self-training (for free, under my guidance via online support materials) in between our lessons as the #1 tip in acquiring lasting knowledge and getting top scores. In addition to my university qualifications, being certified and experienced in teaching other tests (such as ESL/TOEFL, STAAR, SAT/ACT, GRE) -- and the fact that I studied English and related foreign languages for the past 45 years -- have also contributed significantly to my test prep lessons' success in Texas. Every IELTS-immersion course is personalized, based on a competitive curriculum to fit a student's schedule and needs. I look forward to teaching you!
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

Superior English SAT/Grammar, U.S. and UK English, professional private teacher (earned only 5-star ratings from all Wyzant students). PROMOTIONAL FEES FOR SAT/READING-IMMERSION PROGRAMS! I have been training SAT students for the past 20 years, each time receiving excellent results due to my method that combines ordinary SAT training with immersion and very useful philological/linguistics tips. Thus the student learns in-depth grammatical structures and vocabulary along with practicing regular SAT-book exercises. My multilingual upbringing and experience in English as well as three Latin languages, along with many years of formal training at the best schools in the U.S. and Europe, have allowed me to acquire an articulate intellectual American-English level that receives praises on a daily basis. SAT Reading is one of the most difficult test subjects, and I have promoted my students by training them based on manuals, as well as classical and contemporary literature, to help them understand text approaches and employ sophisticated vocabulary. Choosing the most challenging materials and stimulating the student's ability to comprehend diverse texts are also important aspects in SAT Reading, and for that purpose I use relevant materials from SAT books and challenging sources (media, literature, TV, etc). My 30-year test prep experience has included Latin and 4 Latin languages, too, along with translation of American novels and management books for Open University Business School (UK), English-French/Italian simultaneous interpreting, and ongoing tutoring for kids and adults. I am certified in SAT Reading and 29 other English-related test prep subjects. I am a certified professional private teacher with over 40 years of English-language experience in the United States and Europe; I teach 7 days/week between 7am-11pm. In Washington D.C. I worked as an English teacher for U.S. diplomats using foreign service training methods (language immersion). Credentials: BA English and Philology (linguistics), MA European Studies and International Business, George Washington University, Georgetown University (Washington D.C.); English Linguist, Open University Business School (UK); English teacher with various agencies; English teacher/tester for diplomats at Inlingua School; simultaneous interpreter (Washington D.C.); English Translator of fiction and business books, University of Texas; and English Editor/Proof Reader, Conservative Party USA (Texas). I grew up multilingual (English, Italian, French, Romanian) in Europe, and I became a U.S. citizen in 1997. In Texas, I have also studied basic Spanish to help Spanish SAT Reading students.
SAT Writing,

SAT Writing

I have been tutoring English SAT Writing to students since 2009. I am a European tutor trained in British English, and I have been living in the United States (as a U.S. citizen) for the past 17 years. Writing is a very complex skill that, in fact, differs from one culture to another. Writing well implies one's familiarity with diverse and complex texts and grammatical structures; on a higher level, such as literary writing, it also requires philological training (philology= "love of words") which is a European traditional method less known in the United States. I have provided both traditional SAT training and SAT philological training (which includes rhetoric, grammatical and psychological analysis, creative writing) to my SAT students with excellent results. My 25-year experience has covered writing articles, translation of American novels, translation of management and marketing books for a British university, American English conference/simultaneous interpreting, as well as constant tutoring to students and adults. I am certified in SAT Writing, Reading, ACT, Public Speaking, Vocabulary, Creative Writing, Child psychology, foreign languages, philology and business/international affairs.
STAAR,

STAAR

I have been teaching STAAR since 2012 particularly to foreign students grades 4th through 8th. My method is English immersion adapted for STAAR goals: it covers not only STAAR book exercises, but also the basics of English grammar and STAAR vocabulary to ensure proper performance in the Reading and Writing sections. My students have obtained grades that satisfied the most competitive schools' expectations.
TOEFL

TOEFL

I have taught TOEFL and English over the past 25 years, in international environments, and my students have always received the best grades. Currently I employ a personalized immersion English (grammar and literature) method that allows students to learn fast all the necessary information. I taught and tested diplomats in Washington D.C. and Virginia, where diplomatic schools teach such language-immersion courses to ensure the best performance of students on tests like ILR, TOEFL, and foreign service exams.

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Wonderful!

Our daughter had only two lessons with Gabriela and she already has a better understanding of many of the fundamentals she has missed in high school. She has also gained much needed confidence! Thank you!

Greg, 2 lessons with Gabriela

Great SAT Tutor

Lessons with Gabriela are rigorous, fast-paced, and most of all, benefiting. She assessed my son's weaknesses on the SAT and turned them into his strengths. My son looks forward to more lessons with her to further improve his score on the SAT.

Nawarath, 4 lessons with Gabriela

Patient and Worthy of the name Tutor

Gabriela was definitely challenged with us. We're leaving to Paris in a few days and we needed a major crash course. We've only been to 1 lesson but we got so much out of it. She guided us through the alphabet and present sentence setup. We got plenty of additional materials to continue practicing on our own. She even offered to show us how to navigate around the city. She's definitely A+ and more!

Annie, 3 lessons with Gabriela

Making Italian fun

I was finding it hard to transition to speaking even though I was doing well in learning vocabulary and reading. Gabriela really helped and we had fun in the process!

Cindy, 8 lessons with Gabriela

Professional, efficient, patient

Gabriela, helped me learned conversational Italian speaking for a trip to Italy. She is wonderful, patient and extremely fluent in many languages. I am planning to use her again for French lessons.

Kelly Joan, 3 lessons with Gabriela

Knowlegable and patient tutor

Gabriela is a very nice teacher. Patient and focused on what I need for my test. She answers all my questions and gives me tips to improve my grammar. Thank you, Gabriela, for being so helpful

Hamied, 1 lesson with Gabriela

Great Teacher

My son had his first lesson with her today and he liked her style. She is very punctual and honest. I recommend her.

Yolla, 2 lessons with Gabriela

Excellent Tutor, had a great lesson

My daughter enjoyed her lesson with Gabriela. She was organized and had worksheets that she used for vocabulary and comprehension. She was methodical and taught step by step method to approach the writing.

Vindhya, 1 lesson with Gabriela

Knowledgeable, Confidence Building and Patient Tutor

SAT immersion. Her lesson was clear, concise and simple to understand. She has an amazing way of explaining concepts and retaining pertinent information. Helps with confident building

Audrey, 3 lessons with Gabriela

Great First Lesson

She was so warm and friendly for our first meeting. She is clearly knowledgeable and has organized lesson plans. Her experience was what made me interested but her personality and lesson plans are what made me decide to stay with her. I am excited to get started!

Alexandrea, 3 lessons with Gabriela
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