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Marian

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₦33042/h

1^st lesson free

English
Reading
Grammar
Classics
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17+ Years Teaching Elementary — Reading Specialist, Middle School Reading, Writing and History Specialist

English
Reading
Grammar
Classics
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About Marian

As a licensed educator with over 17 years of classroom experience, I bring a proven, structured approach to every lesson. My method centers on guided autonomy: rather than handing students answers, I ask targeted questions that help them recognize patterns, correct their own mistakes, and build genuine confidence in their reasoning. Students consistently tell me this approach helps concepts "stick" long after our session ends. My teaching is further shaped by 12 years in an international bilingual school, where I refined my ability to adapt instruction for a wide range of learners.

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My Teaching Method and Techniques

I build lessons around student ownership rather than passive instruction. Instead of simply walking a student through the "right" answer, I guide them toward it — asking questions that help them notice patterns, self-correct, and build confidence in their own reasoning. This approach, often called guided autonomy, means students leave each session having practiced the thinking process, not just memorized a fix. I also adapt heavily to how each student learns best, drawing on strategies from my 12 years teaching in an international bilingual school, where I regularly worked with students processing content in a non-native language.

A Typical Lesson

A session usually starts with a quick check-in on what the student is currently working on in school, or what's tripping them up. From there, I introduce a short, focused mini-lesson on the specific skill (a reading strategy, a math concept, a writing technique), followed by guided practice where I gradually step back and let the student work independently while I coach in real time. We close with a quick recap and a small, clear takeaway they can apply on their own — so the session always ends with visible progress, not just completed worksheets.

What Sets Me Apart

17+ years of full-time classroom teaching, not just tutoring — I know how curricula are structured and where students commonly get stuck at each grade level
Licensed with a Utah Professional Educator License, including ESL and ELA endorsements
Currently completing a Master's in Education, keeping my methods current with research-backed best practices
International teaching experience gives me strong instincts for scaffolding, patience, and meeting a range of learning styles

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5h: ₦165210
10h: ₦330420

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This first lesson offered with Marian will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

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