Maria
Spanish, Mathematics, English & Global History Tutor | Cambridge Primary | Apoyo Bilingüe (Español–Inglés)
Why families choose Maria
Specialist in early years, strong parent communication and support
Experience with ADHD, autism, and learning challenges
Creative, hands-on learning approach
Experience with international curricula
Apoyo para familias hispanohablantes e internacionales
About Maria
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Maria Clara is a bilingual (Spanish–English) tutor specialising in Spanish, Mathematics, and English language support for young learners.
Maria Clara is a bilingual (Spanish–English) tutor specialising in Spanish, Mathematics, English, Global History and Primary Sciences (Social & Natural Sciences) for young learners.
With a Master’s Degree in Special Needs Education and over 6 years of experience, she supports children aged 5–12, including those who may struggle in traditional classroom environments. She combines structured learning with creativity to help students build confidence, improve focus, and develop strong academic foundations across core subjects.
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Tutora de Español/Ingles y Matemáticas | Apoyo Bilingüe (Español–Inglés) (Edades 5–12) – Currículo Cambridge y Estadounidense
María Clara es una tutora bilingüe (español–inglés) especializada en Español, Matemáticas y apoyo en Inglés para estudiantes en primaria. Cuenta con una Maestría en Educación Especial y más de 6 años de experiencia trabajando con niños entre 5 y 12 años, incluyendo aquellos que pueden tener dificultades en entornos educativos tradicionales.
María Clara combina aprendizaje estructurado con enfoques creativos para ayudar a sus estudiantes a desarrollar confianza, mejorar su concentración y fortalecer sus bases académicas.
Teaching Approach
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Parents value her patience, empathy, and ability to connect with children who may struggle to engage in traditional lessons.
She supports Spanish-speaking students transitioning into English-based international curricula (IB, Cambridge), offering lessons in both Spanish and English.
Her lessons are interactive and engaging, combining hands-on activities, creativity, and structured learning to keep students motivated and progressing.
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Los padres valoran su paciencia, empatía y su capacidad para conectar con estudiantes que pueden tener dificultades en clases tradicionales.
Apoya a estudiantes hispanohablantes en su transición hacia currículos internacionales en inglés (IB, Cambridge), ofreciendo clases tanto en español como en inglés.
Sus clases son dinámicas e interactivas, combinando actividades prácticas, creatividad y estructura para mantener a los estudiantes motivados y en constante progreso.
Subjects & Levels
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- Mathematics (Primary)
- English as a Second Language
- Spanish Language (Native)
- Global History and Social Sciences (Primary)
- Natural Sciences (Primary)
- Early Years Learning (Kindergarten – Grade 2)
- Primary Support (Grades 3–7)
- Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support
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- Matemáticas (Primaria)
- Inglés como Segunda Lengua
- Español (Lengua Nativa)
- Ciencias Sociales (Primaria)
- Ciencias Naturales (Primaria)
- Educación Inicial (Kindergarten – Grado 2)
- Apoyo Primaria (Grados 3–7)
- Apoyo en Necesidades Educativas Especiales (NEE)
Exam Preparation Focus
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Maria works with:
- Students in private international schools (Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Chile) and other Spanish-speaking households
- IB students struggling with English - LATAM
- Families preparing to move abroad - LATAM
- ESL struggles
- SEN + language
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Trabaja especialmente con:
- Estudiantes en colegios internacionales en Latinoamérica
- Estudiantes IB o Cambridge con dificultades en inglés
- Familias que planean mudarse al extranjero
- Estudiantes con barreras de idioma (ESL)
- Estudiantes con necesidades educativas especiales + idioma
Achievements & Experience
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- Master’s Degree in Special Needs Education
- Pre-Kinder Head Teacher at international school
- 6–10 years teaching and tutoring experience
- Experience working with diverse learning needs
- Certified in Reggio Emilia approach (child-led learning)
- Strong experience with online teaching and digital tools
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- Maestría en Educación Especial
- Docente principal de Pre-Kínder en colegio internacional
- 6–10 años de experiencia enseñando y dando tutorías
- Experiencia con diversas necesidades de aprendizaje
- Certificación en metodología Reggio Emilia
- Amplia experiencia en enseñanza online y herramientas digitales
Education
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- Master’s Degree in Special Needs Education – Universidad Internacional de la Rioja
- Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design
- Certifications in Pedagogy & Reggio Emilia Approach
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- Maestría en Educación Especial – Universidad Internacional de La Rioja
- Licenciatura en Diseño Industrial
- Certificaciones en pedagogía y enfoque Reggio Emilia
Reviews
2 reviews from parents and students
Mariana
ColleagueMaria connects very naturally with both students and colleagues. She is warm, approachable, and patient—qualities that are essential when working with young learners. She builds strong, positive relationships with her students and creates a supportive environment where they feel comfortable and engaged. She is also professional and clear when communicating with parents. She is creative in her teaching approach and consistently finds engaging ways to present content. She is also confident using technology, which allows her to adapt well to virtual environments and keep students motivated and focused.
Sandra
SupervisorMaría has a natural connection with children. She is approachable, patient, and very warm; students seek her out and trust her. With colleagues, she is collaborative, a good listener, and contributes ideas that add value to the team. With parents, she is empathetic, clear, and handles difficult conversations with great tact. María is also creative at keeping young children engaged and knows how to adapt activities to a virtual format. Her clear, expressive voice and charisma help her build rapport even through a screen.