Poetry and Creative Writing: Get some words on the page

From 19.06 € /h

One to one teaching to take your poetry and creative writing to the next level.

Whether you have never tried anything like this before, or you want to make a commitment to your writing practice, this class will enable you to focus on your writing, inspire some fresh ideas, and eleveate your work.

We will unlock the creativity within you, while also giving you tools to take away with you to continue to write, and get some words on the page together!

Extra information

This class is online, so please ensure you have decent internet connection. Bring a pen and paper

Location

Online from United Kingdom

About Me

A poet and Arts Administrator living and writing in the UK with my dog and cat.
With an MArts in English Literature and Creative Writing, I've spent over 7 years working in Arts and Culture, and as a part of writer groups.

I've been commissioned by the BBC to create audio poetry, commissioned for pieces for celebrations and published in a few collections, as well as featured in Gallery events.

Having worked with Writers and young people over the years, I am passionate about bringing out the best in others to create impactful and exciting writing.

Education

MArts in Literature and Creative Writing, University of Wales
BA in Literature and Creative Writing, University of Wales
Poetry and Creative Writing Short Courses (Various)

Experience / Qualifications

With a background in writer development, I have tutored and mentored one to one, as well as supported children's writing workshops and delivered workshops for adults. Beta reader for a number of best selling novels and comissioned for audio and writen poetry.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Poetry

Literature

Creative writing

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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Tue

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20-24

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- consolidate their bases in grammar, spelling
- improve their language skills (allophone students)
- improve their speaking skills (conversation classes)
-profect the written expression
- prepare for ECR exams
- prepare for the written examinations at the end of the studies (maturity, certificate of completion)
- help with the writing of works of maturity (or other works of end of studies), of dissertation
- work on argumentative texts
- acquire a method to analyze literary texts
- learn how to perform bibliographic research

The course material is a Google Docs document that I create in which my explanations, possible links, exercises appear. By reading it regularly, progress will be faster. It can also be used in addition to other documents (files printed by school teachers and/or books) and has many advantages: automatic updating, downloadable on tablets and smartphones, simultaneous monitoring of what is writing.

For help with writing:

The objective is above all to acquire effective tools. The student will thus be able to learn to structure his ideas, argue coherently (and convincingly) and enrich his vocabulary. It is essential for me to have written work from the student between each lesson.

For analyzes of oral literary texts:

In order to optimize the time available (and to put ourselves in conditions closest to oral exams), we choose together an extract from a work that the student will have previously prepared before the lesson. This would take around 20 minutes at most, and ideally just a little before the meeting time. If necessary, I have the habit of taking a paragraph at random which would serve as a basis for analyzing a passage.

For the corrections of end of studies work:

so that the meeting with the student is at the most profitable, I ask him to send me his writings before the meeting.

Apart from my presence with the student, any course involves a preparation time before and after the lesson, including the work that I correct. My goal is to design an individualized course, so I take the time to write detailed comments on corrected work or tips to ensure maximum success for everyone.

For example, an editorial correction can easily be the subject of a detailed commentary of 4 typewritten pages.

For adults (FLE):

In order to optimally prepare the first ones, I take the initiative to inform myself in advance of their objectives / expectations. Whether to practice speaking in everyday life, the professional world or to practice oral presentations, I prepare either PPT or technical sheets in advance that I send by mail ( after booking on the website).

The other alternative is to make a PV of the course that I send (or that I print). Giving importance to keeping a written record on the one hand to better memorize the topics covered, on the other hand to better assimilate the spelling.

Of a general nature, a concrete situation that responds to the learner's needs is the starting point. From this situation, I address the essential grammatical points.

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My classes are highly personalised, academically rigorous, and tailored to each student’s individual strengths, challenges, and goals. Whether you are preparing for IB or IGCSE examinations, working on an Internal Assessment or Extended Essay, or simply aiming to improve your confidence and analytical writing skills, lessons are designed to provide both structure and intellectual depth.

As an experienced international teacher, IB examiner, and Senior Examiner, I help students develop the precise skills needed to succeed in high-level English courses and assessments. Lessons focus not only on improving grades, but also on strengthening critical thinking, interpretation, academic expression, and independent analysis.

Areas commonly covered include:

Literary and textual analysis
Essay planning and refinement
Paper 1 and Paper 2 preparation
Individual Oral (IO) support
Higher Level Essay (HLE) guidance
Extended Essay supervision
Exam strategy and time management
Academic writing and argument structure
My teaching style is supportive, engaging, and intellectually stimulating. I strive to create an environment in which students feel comfortable asking questions, exploring ideas deeply, and developing confidence in their own voice and analytical abilities.

Lessons are available online or in person (Geneva region), individually or in small groups. Intensive revision sessions before mocks and final examinations are also available.

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Speak French with Confidence! “Practice French Online – Improve Your Speaking Skills Fast!” improve your pronunciation, grammar, reading, writing, and preparation for international exams, I help beginners speak confidently, I'm willing to help you become fluent in daily life conversations simply and creatively with no complications and a sense of humor sometimes.
Are you preparing for the TCF or DELF A1, A2, B1, or B2 exam?
Get the score you deserve with personalized online French lessons designed to help you understand, speak, and write French confidently.
With my preparation program, you will:
Practice real exam questions and mock tests
Improve your grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation
Learn effective strategies for listening, reading, writing, and speaking
Receive individual feedback and detailed corrections after each session

“Book your first lesson today!”
My method will take you step by step to meet your goal! I am dynamic, easy-going and full of energy!
All materials will be provided to you by email.
Lessons are well organized
I can suggest a weekly task
My students improved their grades by 40% you can watch reviews on my profile
In addition, I can support with translation and proofreading.

I also carry out individual monitoring of your working style, in particular with regard to understanding instructions and the work schedule. If you need a helping hand, I'm here to listen.

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Overcome your fears and unlock creative inspiration to finally get to the end of your writing project.

Let yourself be guided and finally realize your dream of writing.

➤ Overcome your fears.
➤ Discover the secret to writing 100% fun and 0% blank pages.
➤ Awaken this writer's flame that has been dormant in you for a long time.
➤ Build unwavering legitimacy and overcome the fear of failure, lack of time and procrastination that keep you from moving forward.

In short, put an end to the fear of writing! Isn't it difficult to be consumed by the desire to write your project and not succeed in doing it? Break forever the insurmountable wall that prevents you from writing today.

It is a matter of combining improvements in form with improvements in substance. For this, the sessions can for example take place according to your needs as follows:
a) Comments / proposals on the text that you will offer me b) Writing exercises based on a statement.
c) A series of precise and pragmatic recommendations and their application through style exercises.

Whether it is a novel, an essay, song lyrics, various texts, a biography or simply a report for professional or school purposes, it is about offering you elements personalized pedagogy:

- Study your text
- Build text, song lyrics etc
- Calmly polish the style
- Research and develop your lexical fields
- Differentiate between writing for oneself and writing for others

All this by combining theory and practice: Writing work from exercises then as part of a personal project.

During the sessions, you are guided in your writing project. The trainer accompanies you and teaches you the preparation method, gives you writing tools and helps you work on your style and your imagination.

The objective is multiple, including a reflection on one's own literary path, an introduction to the basic tools of style work and exercises on description.

Learning objectives:
- Identify your writing path.
- Mobilize your imagination.
- Learn and master the practical writing tools.
- Broaden its reflection on creation and professional and personal writing.
- Create and develop one or more projects.

Trained in a European Grande Ecole & Ivy League University in the United States, specialized and has been working in Europe and North America for more than 16 years in this field, in reputable international institutions , also intervening in forums and conferences.

- Locations: Geneva - Lausanne - Friborg - Neuchâtel - Montreux - Basel - Sion - Sierre - Morges - Bienne. But currently and until further notice, only by videoconference in accordance with national recommendations on Covid.

These sessions, for which you have asked me, also seem to be perfectly unanimous since they arouse a certain enthusiasm (and a certain enthusiasm). Indeed, they have the advantage of face-to-face sessions (ex: quality of the interaction), without its disadvantages (ex: loss of travel time) with additional advantages (ex: the entire session transcribed in writing on the chat). That is why, at your request, I continue to offer this option.

À la carte: evaluated and adapted to each personality.

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Teaching reading and writing.
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* Teaching also (social studies, religious education).

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What you will learn:
My courses are tailored to your needs and level, combining linguistic rigor with engaging communicative approaches informed by cutting-edge pedagogical research:

Fundamentals of language and communication:
Spanish Linguistics, Grammar and Syntax (Spanish Linguistics, Spanish Language and its Variation)
Phonetics and phonology (Fonètica i fonologia de l'Espanyol)
Lexicography and vocabulary development (La Competència Lèxica en l'Aprenentatge)
Discourse analysis and communicative skills (Anàlisi del discurs, Pragmàtica)
Sociolinguistics and linguistic variation (Sociolinguistics of Spanish)

Advanced Linguistic Study:
Historical linguistics (Linguistic Historiography)
Romance linguistics and comparative approaches (Romance Linguistics)
Advanced analysis and argumentation (Spanish Linguistic Analysis Level)

Spanish Literature and Cultural Studies:
Golden Age Literature
Medieval and Contemporary Literature
Literary Analysis and Interpretation
Cervantes and the masterpieces of Spanish literature
Theatre and dramatic literature (specialized study)

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Communicative approaches to language teaching
Curriculum design and lesson planning
Grammar and pragmatics for language learning
Age-appropriate instruction for children, teenagers, and adults
Inclusive and differentiated education
Assessment techniques

Educational Innovation Technology:
Language learning with AI (IBM's specialization in generative AI for educators)
Instructional engineering for dynamic and personalized lessons (IBM and Vanderbilt certifications)
Responsible integration of technology in language teaching (University of Pennsylvania certification)
Creating engaging and interactive learning experiences with cutting-edge tools
ChatGPT and generative AI applications for language teaching
Personalized learning paths and adaptive instruction

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✓ Cultural enrichment: Exploration of Hispanic literature, history, and cultures
✓ Rigorous and engaging: A combination of linguistic depth with dynamic and interactive lessons
✓ Innovative: Leveraging educational technology and contemporary pedagogical approaches
✓ Personalized: Whether you need conversational fluency, grammar mastery, literary analysis, or AI-powered learning, I personalize each lesson.
Professional Qualifications and Certifications:
Academic training:

Bachelor's Degree in Hispanic Philology (University of Barcelona)
Master's Degree in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE, UNIR, Barcelona)

Specializations in Educational Innovation:
IBM AI Fundamentals Specialization for Everyone (4 courses)
IBM Specialization in Generative AI for Educators (3 courses)
University of Pennsylvania: AI in Education: Leveraging ChatGPT for Teaching
Vanderbilt University: Specialization in Generative AI and ChatGPT for Elementary and Secondary Educators (3 courses)

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More than 60 hours of face-to-face teaching at an academy accredited by Cervantes (World Class Bcn)
Experience in AI-supported language education research
Specialized training in pedagogical innovation and inclusive teaching

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I don't just teach Spanish; I create meaningful learning experiences that combine in-depth linguistic knowledge, proven pedagogical methods, and innovative educational approaches. My training in both traditional and contemporary teaching methodologies allows me to understand your exact level and guide you toward your goals, whether it's conversational confidence, mastery of literature, or advanced language proficiency.

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English language practice and conversation
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