Tutor profile
Kalina Vasileva-Barrantes
English and TEFL Specialist
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Overview
A summary on Kalina Vasileva-Barrantes
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-Barrantes is an English tutor with an MA in English Language and a TESOL certificate, tailoring lessons for learners from KS2 to adults.
Subjects and levels
What Kalina Vasileva-Barrantes can teach
A comprehensive breakdown of the areas and levels Kalina can help with.
Art
Art
Key Stage 2Key Stage 3
English
English Language
11+13+GCSEIGCSEAS LevelA LevelInternational BaccalaureateBAAdultProfessional Qualification
English Literature
Key Stage 2Key Stage 311+13+GCSEIGCSEAS LevelA LevelAdult
English skills
Key Stage 2Key Stage 311+13+GCSEIGCSEAS LevelA LevelBAAdultProfessional Qualification
TEFL: Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Key Stage 2Key Stage 311+13+GCSEIGCSEAS LevelA LevelInternational BaccalaureateAdultProfessional Qualification
Biography
About Kalina
Kalina Vasileva-Barrantes 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-Barrantes holds an MA in English Language from the University of Glasgow and a TESOL professional certificate. She also has specialised training in Business English and Teaching Young Learners, and has over 10 years of English teaching experience.
She teaches English Language, English Literature, English skills and TEFL to learners from KS2 through to adults, including 11+, 13+, GCSE, AS Level, A-Level, International Baccalaureate, degree and professional qualification students. Kalina adapts lessons to individual needs and teaches both children aged five and over and adult professionals.
Kalina can support preparation for IELTS, TOEFL and Cambridge certifications. Lesson reports are provided after each session, and homework can be arranged free of charge. She also tutors primary school students in Art and brings her own experience as an artist to her teaching.
