Kristen, English as a Second Language tutor

Kristen is a qualified Elementary Education teacher with a Master’s Degree from Southern Connecticut State University and a Postgraduate Diploma in TESOL. She is a licensed teacher in the United States, with experience in public schools as a special education teacher, supporting students with diverse learning needs.

Kristen specialises in working with:

• Primary school students (ages 5–12)
• Students with dyslexia and learning difficulties
• ESL / English language learners

She is currently based in Spain, where she teaches English and supports students in international learning environments.

Kristen takes a highly personalised and flexible approach to teaching.

She:

• Adapts lessons to suit each student’s learning style
• Uses structured phonics-based methods (Orton-Gillingham)
• Builds strong foundations in reading, writing and maths
• Supports both academic progress and confidence

Her sessions are interactive, supportive and designed to help students feel comfortable while making measurable progress.

English Language Arts (Primary)

Primary Mathematics

Reading & Phonics

ESL / English as a Second Language

Special Education Teacher (US public schools)

Certified teacher (Connecticut, USA)

Experience supporting dyslexic learners using structured phonics

Currently teaching English in Spain (ages 7–14)

Master’s Degree in Elementary Education – Southern Connecticut State University

Postgraduate Diploma in TESOL – Fairfield University