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/ Alex B.
I have taught English for fourteen years, spending the last six at my local secondary school in Stroud. Before that I spent the previous six years at a secondary school in Churchdown, where I was an `Outstanding` teacher in a department that was rated `Outstanding` by Ofsted.
I currently teach 11-16 year olds, specialising in students who struggle with literacy and GCSE grade 4/5 borderline students. I have also taught Gifted and Talented and Particularly Able students and have a proven track record across a range of ages.
I am also an experienced examiner who currently marks for a popular GCSE exam board.
I am a friendly, passionate English teacher and I live with my wife and two young sons in Stroud.
I always make time to read, I enjoy playing football and I`m a member of a Stroud writing group.
I have been a private tutor for nearly six years for multiple companies - both in person and online. I have hosted exchange programmes to help students with English as a foreign language. I have helped to run summer schools. I have been educated at two Russell Group universities: my undergraduate degree in English Literature and History was acquired from the University of Exeter, while my postgraduate degree in English PGCE with QTS was acquired from the University of Oxford. I have been teaching English in a state comprehensive school for nearly four years, in which I have taught/still am teaching KS3 English, GCSE English (both Language and Literature), and A Level English Language and Literature (all with AQA). I specialise in teaching English to any secondary aged students; however, I have experience in teaching the eleven plus and am also able to help KS2 students with preparation for English at secondary school. I could tutor locally in Witney; however, due to my long working hours, online tutoring is preferable.
RETIRED HEADTEACHER AND PARISH SAFEGAURDING OFFICER.
WORK TWO DAYS PER WEEK CARER FOR TWO GRANDCHILDREN.
Role reduces by one day per week as Grandson starts school in September. English, Reading, Grammar, Spelling, and Writing lessons in Chippenham, UK.
I have tutored before and have had fantastic results with all GCSE pupils achieving above their target grade.
I am flexible and approachable and very hard working. I have high expectations and these seem to work well with my pupils and tutees.
I am Swindon based and willing to travel 5 miles or www.*** maybe a little more if fuel costs are covered.
I have been teaching primary for 4 years now and am greatly enjoying it. I have taught the entirety of KS2 during this time and have experience teaching KS1 also. During my most recent year, I taught year six and supported pupils through their SATs. Pupils achieved a 100% pass mark for the reading paper with 42% achieving the greater depth standard. Pupils also scored highly in grammar and 81% achieved the expected standard in this subject. In maths, 42% of pupils achieved the greater depth standard in 2022-2023.
English, English Literature, and Maths lessons in Devizes, UK.
Fully DBS checked (enhanced) and fully qualified - having a PGCE in General Primary and a PGCE in Educational Leadership, along with 13 years experience in classrooms across the Primary year groups, we can cater for your child's learning needs to help them achieve their potential. We've currently got spaces for tutoring across the primary age ranges for out of school hours from September in the local area. Message on our FB page.
Whatever your child's interests, we'll cater their learning to them! Here at Let’s Learn, we believe children should learn at the pace ready for them. Whether it’s 1:1, paired or group sessions you’re after, we’re able to offer tuition to suit your children’s needs be it face to face or remotely. Let’s Learn will support in minimising the impact of lockdown on their learning and help your child to move forward with confidence. If you'd like to know more, are interested in signing your child up or just have some questions, complete our interest form by visiting the link below. 11+ Grammar Test. Are you thinking about your child completing the 11+ for Grammar School entry? Last Saturday saw the entrance exam for Gloucestershire Grammar Schools for September www.*** so, with that in the past, it's time to think about our next cohort of 11+ takers. We're meeting with some families this week to discuss their next steps for their children, in the far off future that is September 2023! So, if your child is now in Year 5 and you're thinking about applying to Grammar schools for them, why not get in touch with us and find out how we can help. Now is a great time to start thinking about supporting them with the test they'll face this time next year. Register your interest here: www.*** SEN / Home School / Part Time Timetable. We're extending our opening hours to offer daytime tutoring solutions to those who are on part time timetables or are home schooled. With experience of working with children across the primary age ranges from 4-11, including those with neurodiversity and differing needs, we're able to adapt and personalise a curriculum to suit your child. If you're interested or you'd like to know more about how we can support your child in reaching their potential, get in touch on the interest form below. www.***
About Me: Experience & Interests
Having qualified as a teacher in 2004, I have been teaching at Secondary level (including A Level) for 16 years. My first two years in the profession were spent teaching in Bassaleg School in Newport before moving to Oxfordshire 14 years ago, to teach in a comprehensive school in Abingdon. In 2008, I became Head of English, a role I held for 6 years prior to having children. I have been tutoring privately for the past 6 years, with tutees ranging from Year 5 to Year 11. My area of interest and expertise for tutoring has mainly focused on KS4, but I also have experience in tutoring younger students for their Year 6 SATS Exam and for the 13+ Grammar School examination. In my role as Head of English, I oversaw Literacy across the Curriculum Interventions and Developments as well as mentoring trainee interns and delivering professional development sessions to newly qualified teachers. As a mentor for the PGCE teacher-training course at The University of Oxford, I have also regularly assisted the university in interviewing applicants for their course. As an examiner for AQA Literature, I have had training in understanding the requirements of the new 2015 specification, as well as three years’ experience of grading exam scripts. I am also an assessor for the National Foundation for Educational Research, an independent provider of research in education. I have experience in teaching various exam boards including AQA, WJEC, Edexcel and IGCSE. In my spare time, I enjoy playing the violin and piano, going to the gym, swimming and skiing.
Qualifications
· First Class Honours in English Literature (BA) - University of Cardiff
· Master of Arts in English Literature – University of Cardiff
· PGCE in English - University of Oxford
· AQA English Literature Examiner
· NFER Assessor (English Language Writing Paper)
· DBS Checked
Approaches to Tutoring
Different students require different approaches to learning and so I work hard to tailor my sessions according to the needs of the student. In addition to one-to-one online tutoring, I also offer paired tuition (with someone of a similar age and ability) and small group tuition (Maximum of 6 per class). I offer term-time and holiday lessons: one-off sessions, short term or long term according to the needs of the student. Please send me a message if you would like further information and prices. Some areas that I normally focus on include:
· GCSE specimen and past paper questions
· Focus on a specific text/question
· Controlled Assessments / Coursework / Essays – planning, writing, proof-reading
· Achieving a Grade 4/5
· Achieving a Grade 8/9
· Analysis of set texts
· Addressing individual Assessment Objectives
· Any aspect of KS2 and KS3 Literacy including Year 6 SATS preparation
I went into teaching as it has always been my passion to try to make a difference in children's lives.
After careful consideration I decided to leave mainstream education and set up my own learning centre using kinaesthetic activities with play therapy.
The centre also offers meditation in order to promote wellbeing in body, mind and spirit.
I believe children are all individual and no two children are the same.
My motto is "when a flower doesn't bloom you fix the environment in which it grows, not the flower"
I am friendly, patient, reliable, organised, adaptable, dedicated, lively and approachable.
I have been teaching English one-to-one and small groups for over 11 years. I have taught all ages ranging from 3 years to over 70 years. I teach all levels ranging from Pre-Entry to C1. I teach people including students, to migrants, to different professions ranging from Housekeepers to Business professionals. I am able to teach General English, Academic English, IELTS preparation, TOEFL preparation, Functional Skills English, and Trinity College ESOL Skills for Life exam preparation.
I really enjoy teaching English as a second or foreign language and I believe in making the learning fun. I teach in the interest of the student and endeavour to develop the learning based around their interests and specific requirements. I use a variety of mediums such as; online activities, books, worksheets, internet, realia (real life objects), role - play, songs, videos, etc.
I offer private English Language lessons for all ages - both one-to-one and small groups. Lessons are taught at your preference - in your home, my home or can be arranged in a public place. I also enjoy teaching online and happy to arrange this on Zoom or Skype.
I have experience teaching online using Zoom or Teams.
I also have a BA degree in Communication and a Diploma in the Children and Young People’s Workforce. I am DBS checked and have a Safeguarding level 2 certificate.
I live near the Cotswolds town of Malmesbury with my 3 children. I am an American and British citizen.
As a passionate licensed teacher, my primary goal is to motivate and guide students to achieve excellence and exceed their own personal limits using diverse up-to-date pedagogical strategies.
I am currently a PhD student in Education at the University of Bath, Bath Somerset.
I worked as an ESL and SEN Teacher for the past 5 years in Japan teaching both online and in-person, after concluding a post-graduate educational research program at Naruto University of Education, Japan. I also have a Post-Graduate Diploma in Education degree (National Teachers' Institute, Nigeria) and a www.*** in Botany (Second Class Upper Honors) from Nnamdi Azikiwe University , Awka, Nigeria.
Prior to that, I had taught for five years at The Centagon International School (TCIS), Abuja and for two years at Rainbow International College, Surulere, Lagos.
In addition to striving to instill a love of learning and making learning exciting and interesting, I utilize activities according to curriculum requirements, and expand on previous knowledge while encouraging students to explore new and interesting possibilities. I also spur students to construct their own learning in an environment that stimulates and helps them realize their full potential.
Having taught in international multicultural schools, I have had some excellent results with a wide range of learners who had had a history/background of 'not-so-good' performance in Math, English and Sciences. A good number of my students who had challenges in core aspects now hit on-levels and above-levels with ease, confidence, and delight.
With lots of experience preparing children for 7+,11+ and 13+ exams, I intend to combine my wealth of teaching experience with my ability as a compassionate, enthusiastic, innovative teacher in order to help your child achieve and exceed their goals.
I look forward to the opportunity of meeting with you!
Online tutor for English, Maths, Science and foundation subjects for primary age children. Currently teach years 5 and 6 but experienced with all of KS1 and KS2.
