Tutor profile
Kalina Vasileva
English and TEFL Specialist
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Overview
A summary on Kalina
A quick look at how Kalina teaches and what families can expect.
- Kalina is our English and TEFL Specialist.
- Holds a Masters of Arts in English Language from the University of Glasgow (with 5 PGDE modules).
- Holds over 10 years' of experience in English teaching.
- Kalina has lived in the USA and UK for over 15 years' and has a neutral English accent.
- Experienced in preparing students for IELTS, TOEFL, and Cambridge certifications.
- Holds a TESOL professional certificate.
- She charges £25.00 per hour.
- Lesson reports for each session you take with her.
- Homework can be arranged free of charge.
Short summary
Kalina Vasileva is an English tutor and TEFL specialist with an MA in English Language (University of Glasgow) and a TESOL certificate, with 10+ years’ experience preparing learners for IELTS, TOEFL and Cambridge exams. Teaches ages 5+ to adults, incl. Business English.
Subjects and levels
What Kalina can teach
A comprehensive breakdown of the areas and levels Kalina can help with.
Art
Art
Key Stage 2 Key Stage 3
English
English Language
11+ 13+ GCSE IGCSE AS Level A Level International Baccalaureate BA Adult Professional Qualification
English Literature
Key Stage 2 Key Stage 3 11+ 13+ GCSE IGCSE AS Level A Level Adult
English skills
Key Stage 2 Key Stage 3 11+ 13+ GCSE IGCSE AS Level A Level BA Adult Professional Qualification
TEFL: Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Key Stage 2 Key Stage 3 11+ 13+ GCSE IGCSE AS Level A Level International Baccalaureate Adult Professional Qualification
Biography
About Kalina
Kalina Vasileva holds an MA in English Language from the University of Glasgow and a TESOL professional certificate, alongside specialized training in Business English and Teaching Young Learners.
With extensive experience teaching both adult professionals and children aged 5 and older, she tailors her lessons to each student's needs, ensuring engaging and effective learning.
Beyond language teaching, Kalina is also an artist, running an online art shop and tutoring primary school students in Art. Her dynamic teaching style, combined with her creativity and passion for education, helps students build confidence and achieve their learning goals.
Further reading
More about Kalina
Kalina Vasileva is an English and TEFL specialist based in the United Kingdom, offering supportive, personalised English tutoring at £25.00 per hour. She holds an MA in English Language from the University of Glasgow (including 5 PGDE modules) and a TESOL professional certificate, with additional training in Business English and Teaching Young Learners.
With over 10 years’ experience teaching English, Kalina works with adult professionals and children aged 5+ and adapts each lesson to the student’s aims and starting point. She supports a wide range of levels, including Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3, 11+ and 13+, GCSE and iGCSE, AS Level and A Level, International Baccalaureate, and BA/professional qualification study. She is also experienced in exam preparation for IELTS, TOEFL, and Cambridge certifications, building the language skills and confidence students need for clear, accurate communication.
Students can expect structured sessions with lesson reports after each meeting, and homework can be arranged free of charge. Alongside English Language and English Literature, Kalina also tutors Art at Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3, bringing creativity to her teaching through her work as an artist and online art shop owner. For families looking for a private tutor, Kalina offers calm, engaging teaching with a neutral English accent shaped by living in the USA and the UK for over 15 years.
