MPLCS
MORNINGTON PENINSULA LANGUAGE & CULTURE STUDIES
Our teachers
We are all passionate native speakers, and we'd love to share our love of language, culture, and the traditions of our homelands with you.
Diana teaches Spanish
Hola! My name is Diana, I'm from Madrid, and I’ve been living in Australia for over 6 years. Very young I wanted to study Tourism, travel the world and open my view to other cultures. I lived in Ireland and travelled in many countries in Europe and America. I taught in Spain in many areas and worked in Cultural Centres teaching all ages from kids to adults. When I moved to Mornington, I taught at the U3A. This experience was for me a treasure, especially the people that I had the opportunity to meet there. And for over 4 years I have enjoyed being part of MPLCS. I love to share my culture and for me, it is great when I see my students speaking in my language, it makes me so happy. Looking forward to meeting you soon. Nos vemos pronto!
Lizz teaches Spanish
Hola gente bella! My name is Lizz.
I'm a Spanish native speaker and a language professor, with a love of teaching.
I have been teaching students Spanish language and culture for over 25 years.
Los esperos!
Ajinder teaches English
Ajinder is an English language & media trainer based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with over 20 years in education, corporate training & journalism. She provides English tutoring services for those studying for their IGCSE, O-levels, A-levels, TOEFL, IELTS and PTE, & holds a Masters Degree in Corporate Communications & a Bachelor's in English Language & Computer Science. She was formerly the Head of the Faculty of Communications at HELP University, Kuala Lumpur & Deputy Principal of Regent International School. She is passionate about training & coaching those seeking to improve their communication, language & presentation skills. She's a bubbly & result-focussed tutor who forms a bond quickly with her students. Ajinder was a journalist with Malaysia's first independent online newspaper, Malaysiakini. Many of her articles have been translated into various languages by organisations such as the United Nations & Southeast Asia Press Alliance.
Tony teaches English & Chinese
Hello, Hola, Bonjour, Ciao and 你好！I am Tony Qiu who is crazy about languages so much so that I choose teaching English, French and Chinese as my job for respectively 15, 6 and 3 years. I am very good at teaching the essentials of languages such as the formations of vocabulary and characters, the essential grammatical structures besides the standard pronunciation and intonation, which are ,of course, also quite important. Languages are the trove that we can use to communicate with others , what’s more, they are more likely to be the treasure that should be delivered with passion, enthusiasm, dedication and professionalism. So, if you are someone who’d like to explore the bonanza of Chinese or English, welcome to our learning group to make it come true!
Paul teaches German & English
Paul is an English and German native speaker and teaches both at MPLCS.
He holds a First-Class Honours degree in German Language & Literature and also undertook postgraduate studies in Germany, where he still maintains close family ties.
Paul spent much of his professional career of more than 30 years involved in adult training and development. Since retiring, he has returned to his “first love” - languages - both as a teacher and a student (learning Italian!).
Christina teaches German
Hallo! My name is Christina and I've lived in Australia for 25 years. I live in Frankston with my husband, three children (12-18) and 8 pets. Early on I wanted to work with children, so I decided to assist in a kindergarten for a year after finishing my “Abitur” at school. I then obtained a Diploma in Social Work in 1997 before coming to Australia, not knowing I would stay. I spent my first years being an assistant at a special needs school and a support worker. My hobbies include reading, laughing with friends, dancing and singing. And for the last few years I've been teaching yoga and Pilates-inspired exercise classes, which is lots of fun. I'm really enjoying my German sessions with the kids at MPLCS as I can combine many of the things I’ve done in my life – including singing german children’s songs again! Bis bald!
Julia teaches German
Hallo!
My name is Julia, I’m a pre-service teacher in my second year studying a Bachelor of Primary Education.
I’ve always had a passion for working with children, making learning engaging and suited to each individual child.
I am currently volunteering at Little Dreamers tutoring two sisters, and I have previously worked at Kumon assisting students of all ages and abilities with English and Maths. I am very excited to now be able to assist you in learning the German language as well as share with you its traditions and culture.
Bis bald!
Valentina teaches German & English
Hi there, my name is Valentina.
I am a graduate teacher with a qualification in Primary and Secondary Education. My passion lies in art and teaching students how to express and learn through the artistic journey. I am currently working as a before and after school care educator, as well as teacher relief work.
I am a native German speaker and moved to Australia in 2009 with my family. Going forward, I would love to combine my passion for art and bilingual skills into engaging and fun experiences to help kids explore the rich German culture and language.
Anna teaches Italian
My name is Anna Campanella. I was born in Italy on the island of Sicily.
I have been an Italian tutor for over 10 years, and had the privilege of teaching at the Mornington Peninsula Language School for over 6 years.
I'm a member of Frankston U3A where I also taught Italian.
I love reading, writing and listening to music. I have written and self-published a collection of original poems in Italian, as well as a children's book in English. I love teaching my language and enjoy the interaction with my students.
Rosella teaches Italian
Ciao, mi chiamo Rosella / Hi, my name is Rosella. I was born and educated in Italy and lived there until I was 25 years old. After I finished my studies, I travelled to discover this beautiful country and fell in love with Australia. I now live on the Mornington Peninsula. My love for Australia and Italy makes me strive to invent new approaches to teaching language. I have experienced both worlds, and I understand the experience of communicating with the locals when you are a foreigner.You will be talking from day one, using real and practical sentences that will help you on your travels in Italy. Learn Italian culture and society, so you can fully immerse yourself in the experience. I teach all ages from 3 years to seniors - anyone who would like to experience fun way to learn Italian. A presto!
Giulia teaches Italian
Ciao a tutti!
Hi everyone! I’m Giulia, 24, born and raised in Italy.
I graduated in Communication at Sienna University in 2018. In 2019, I worked as Italian teacher at MPLCS school. I’m an enthusiastic and very patient teacher.
During lessons, I'll cover the different parts of the Italian language (listening - speaking - reading - writing) in a friendly and fun atmosphere. At the moment, I’m back in Italy and available for online lessons.
Isabelle teaches French
Bonjour, je m'appelle Isabelle!
I am a French native speaker teaching French for close to 20 years; one of my specialised area is VCE exam preparation.
I also translate/ proof-read and do voice recording for French learning methods. I enjoy sharing language and culture with students of all ages, and offer creative workshops in French to combine an activity such as collage or journal writing to the spoken French learning process.
Nathalie teaches French
Nathalie was born in Nantes, and she has lived in different parts of France such as Provence, the French Riviera and Massif Central. She has had a love of languages from early on and has been eager to share her passion, starting tutoring in her teens.
Nathalie loves teaching her native language, and she can teach French to all ages. Her lessons suit student’s needs for each class to be a fun and motivating environment where you will become a confident French speaker. Nathalie uses games, news, art, music and culture topics to enrich your journey learning about a new language and a new culture.
Simo teaches French
Bonjour, my name is Mohamed (AKA Simo). I'm a Moroccan born screenwriter and visual artist. I moved to Australia with my partner 3 years ago.
I have been tutoring Arabic and French for many years, offering lessons for Individuals and small groups. My particular love is teaching the French language through movies. It is my pleasure to help students enhance and appreciate French and Arabic languages. A bientôt.
Pam teaches Greek
My name is Pam, and I am from a beautiful Greek island called Chios which is quite famous for its unique mastic gum trees. I love the sea and therefore reside in lovely Mornington with my husband and our two children.
I am bilingual and specialise in teaching English and Modern Greek as an additional language to children and adults in any learning progress. I have been teaching for more than 20 very rewarding and fulfilling years and still continue with the same passion and dedication
Fisun teaches Turkish
My name is Fisun Ergun. I was born in Melbourne-Australia. I spent my high school years in Turkey.
I'm a qualified Foundation - Year 12 teacher. I describe myself as a highly motivated, enthusiastic and a dedicated educator who wants all learners to be successful with what they are trying to achieve. Not only that, but I'm experienced in one-on-one tutoring as well as delivering group sessions for TSL learners. (Turkish as a Second Language)
Currently, I teach Visual Arts to Primary aged students. We also have our art studio’s Instagram page. To see what my students accomplished with Visual Arts, please follow my Instagram page on @Dallas_visualarts.
Anabela teaches Portuguese
Anabela was born in Lisbon, Portugal. She received her Degree from the Portuguese Catholic University, and for 5 years her studies covered not only Classical but also Portuguese, Brazilian, and African Culture and Literature.
She has a long experience as a teacher from her home country to Australia, where she came with her family in 2013 and in addition to private lessons, she had been teaching Portuguese to adults at Center for Continuing Education - Australian National University, in Canberra, since 2015.
In 2018, she became a Volunteer Guide of the National Gallery of Australia, in Canberra and one year later she achieved the status of Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA - ANU EFS).
In recent years, she has taught Portuguese to members of the Department of Foreign Affaires and Trade (DFAT), designed and guided Portuguese Immersion Courses, and conducted and corrected oral and written exams at the Diplomatic Academy, in Canberra. She has a Certificate IV - TAE 40116 Training and Assessment and recently taught Portuguese at the Defense Force School of Languages, in Laverton.
She lives in Mornington Peninsula,Victoria, since March 2022 and in her spare time she dedicates to watercolour and research.
Sue teaches Japanese & Korean
Hi, my name is Sue and I have recently relocated to the Peninsula with my husband and 3 years old daughter. I studied Japanese as my second major at the University and used to live and work in Japan.
I currently hold the highest level of proficiency certificate (JLPT level 1). Additionally, I have experience teaching Japanese and my native Korean language to international students abroad several years.
I am very excited about the opportunity to share these languages with the local community.
Looking forward to seeing you soon. よろしくお願いします。! 반갑습니다!
Clark teaches Mandarin
Hello everyone. My name is Clark.
I am a native Mandarin speaker, and I have been a language tutor for many years. I like to help my students learn Mandarin as it is a beautiful and popular language spoken by billions of people around the world.
I am patient and kind. I hope to see you in my class.
