Martina Comes

English Specialist

Bergamo, Lombardy, Italy

About

I am a dedicated English specialist with a strong academic background, holding a degree in Arabic and English, a PGCE, and QTLS certification from Greenwich University. Over the past ten years, I've honed my expertise in teaching English GCSE to native speakers at London South East Colleges, where I also developed specialized skills in delivering ESOL courses and GCSE English courses , and preparing students for key exam certifications, including IELTS and Cambridge assessments. As an AQA examiner since 2021, I bring a comprehensive understanding of the examination process, which informs my approach to teaching and assessment. My career began as a teaching assistant in the UK, providing me with a solid foundation and a deep understanding of the diverse needs of students across all year groups. My strengths lie in my subject knowledge, innovative lesson planning, and the ability to create tailored tasks and provide meaningful feedback to enhance learner outcomes. I am passionate about fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that empowers students to achieve their full potential.

Experience

  • Assistant Deputy Head at Bilingual British School
    Aug 2024 - Jun 2025 · 11 mos

  • English Second Language Specialist at International School of Bergamo
    Sep 2023 - Aug 2024 · 1 yr

  • English Lecturer at London South East Colleges
    Aug 2018 - Jan 2023 · 4 yrs 6 mos

  • Private Tutor at Tutor Doctor
    Jan 2016 - Aug 2018 · 2 yrs 8 mos

    - Create lessons tailored to my students' needs - Delivery of Latin sessions - Delivery of English Literature sessions - Liaise with class teachers and parents - Production of tests and assessment to monitor my learners' progresses

  • Teaching Assistant at Eldon Primary School
    Sep 2016 - Jul 2017 · 11 mos

    - Support student with visual impairment and global delay - Learning through play - Manage small groups of learners - Promote activities such as Makaton, Colorful Semantic, Tiger Team ( to curb dyspraxia ) - Power sessions to improve English fluency of children speaking other languages