Aine started has a Bachelor’s and a Master’s Degree, and is also a qualified Wellness and Breathwork coach. She has been teaching since 1989 and during this time she has:
- Taught English in Spain, Thailand, Mexico and The Netherlands.
- Taught learners from A1 through to C2 in groups and one-to-one classes
- Worked with major international companies such as Google, Stripe, Nestle and Cambridge English.
- Taught at public and private colleges.
- Set up ‘Welcome English’ a support English learning group for immigrants in Cork.
- Prepared students for interviews, work and general cultural adaptation in Ireland.
Teaching Philosophy
The most important element of learning is the creation of a relaxed and supportive environment. A student cannot learn unless they feel at ease. Classes are always adapted to the individual needs of each student, taking into account their unique learning style.
Who is Aine?
She lives with her teenage daughter and husband in the picturesque seaside town of Kinsale. Aside from teaching English, she also runs breathwork and meditation groups locally. She is passionate about food and enjoys learning to cook international dishes. She loves to garden, do yoga, paint and play cards.
Aine is currently learning Spanish (level B2) which gives her first-hand understanding of the difficulties and rewards of language learning.