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TUTOR SUMMARY
An award-winning teacher ♦ 16 years’ experience in some of the UK’s toughest secondary and college classrooms Expert in 7/11+/GCSE/A Level/Degree level Specialist in English, Maths, History, International Relations and entrance exams University of Warwick and University of Birmingham prize-winning student MRes and PGCE trained with QTS status Served as Assistant Head of Department, Advanced Teaching Practitioner and Teacher Training Lead ”Super Tutor” with over 15k lessons across 1k students within 32 countries Educational consultant sought out for occasional media appearances (Radio 4, BBC) Mentor to entrants into property with developments totalling £14 million Come and learn with the best ⚠️Limited slots⚠️ ⇛BOOK THROUGH TUTOR EXTRA⇚
MY STORY
I am currently a grade-one “outstanding” teacher in my present school, and have been delivering KS3, GCSE and A Level English, Maths and History in the secondary and sixth-form sectors for the past 16 years, in which time my results have far surpassed national pass rates. Moreover, due to these outstanding results and innovative teaching methods, I have served as Assistant Head of Department; helping us to be awarded an internal grade 1 “outstanding” rating for the 6 years in which I held the post. Furthermore, I also have extensive experience as an “Advanced Practitioner”-tasked with turning around failing cohorts in some of the UK’s toughest classrooms, as well as my time as an examiner for a variety of GCSE/A Level exam boards.
Moreover, due to this long history of being a stand-out professional in the education sector, my advice has been sought out for occasional media and radio appearances for discussions on educational policy, whilst also being head-hunted to tutor the children of prominent public figures including Premiership footballers, Olympic athletes, luminaries of the business world, and even the family of a Nobel Prize winner for a month-which was awesome!
Furthermore, in also being an accomplished property developer with my own UK real-estate portfolio and honorary co-founder of a former property company alongside my partner, I have acted as a business mentor to Year 11 students on entrepreneurship, and how to begin their own journey in property investment, which has seen me guide some of the UK’s brightest new generation of business leaders.
In my remaining spare time, I am currently engaged in the pre-reading for the start of my future PHD in International Relations, during which I will be studying the geopolitics of any superpower conflict over Taiwan. Furthermore, I enjoy travelling extensively in our second home of Tuscany with my young family, supporting Manchester United, playing the drums, and playing the PlayStation (although not as much as I used to, these days!)
As my full and varied career has hopefully shown, I have a passion for English, maths, history, and the 11+ exams, taking great pride in providing the best academic and pastoral support I can, whilst hopefully being an outstanding role-model for all of my students, as I help them forge their way in the world.
QUALIFICATIONS
--MRes (Distinction) in International Security from University of Warwick-won academic award for writing an “outstanding and genuinely original dissertation” that represented: “an important contribution to existing literature in the field of International Security”.
--PGCE (Distinction) in Secondary Education-ranked in the top 2 trainee teachers in my year’s cohort, with outstanding feedback in academic and practical assessments
--BA (Hons) in English/History from University of Birmingham-received special award for achieving academic excellence despite coming from the bottom 5% of UK families in terms of socioeconomic poverty
--A Levels (A* in all subjects taken): prize winning student in my sixth form for most inspirational pupil, and was in the top 2% of the UK for my academic results, including 100% in key modules
TUTORING EXPERIENCE
I have a broad range of experience turning around struggling students in some of the UK’s toughest classrooms, as well as challenging high achieving learners in the pursuit of academic excellence. In my teaching and tutoring career thus far, I have taught across the curriculum age-ranges (7-18 years), as well as undergraduate and postgraduate level students, and specialise in teaching troubled learners lacking confidence, whilst pushing very bright pupils.
Since I began teaching at my institution, English pass-rates received a 25% upwards leap in the opening two years and my tutoring pass grades in my subjects of English, maths and history have been outstanding, so that the vast majority of my classes/tutees are now passing with strong academic grades, and attaining entry to prestigious preparatory schools and/or universities. During last academic year, my tutees enjoyed superb results in English, Maths, History and the 11+, with 96% reaching their target minimum grade, and 68% exceeding this mark, entering prestigious institutions such as the University of Durham, University of Heidelburg and Bromsgrove School, as well as world-class employers such as Rolls Royce. Therefore, over my career as a “super-tutor” so far, I am proud to have delivered over 15,000 lessons across 1000 students within 32 countries, from the UK to Hong Kong.
I also have considerable mentoring expertise, in having built my own UK property portfolio currently valued at £2.75 million from scratch, I have mentored many adult and teenage entrants into property investing, guiding their purchases and renovations to the overall value of £14 million, and counting. In addition to this, I have also been an informal mentor to UK gang members, tasked with persuading them to their back on lives of criminality, and embrace the transformative potential of education, which has been among the most rewarding roles of my career thus far.
PARENT FEEDBACK
--“Jonathan is fantastic and my 15 years old have a big turn round about his view of education. Now he can't wait for his lesson!”
--“I could not have wished for a better tutor for my son! I cannot praise Jon's enthusiasm for his subject, motivational skills and professionalism enough.”
--“The biggest testimonial comes from my son, who now looks forward to and enjoys his weekly visit! praise indeed from a teenager!”
--“I have nothing but praise for Jonathan.”
--“George is totally happy to see him which is a miracle at 3pm on a Saturday!”
--“Jon is a fantastic teacher best tutor I have ever had.”
--“AMAZINGLY helpful, nice and very cooperative.”
--“Thanks soooo much Jon, Ashleigh passed, she won't be doing retakes and is feeling incredibly relieved.”
--“We feel lucky to book a place with him early on as he seemed to be full booked before December.”
--“Never passed an English test before in my whole life then came to Jonathan with very little time for my first GCSE exam and managed to get an A for English literature and a B for creative writing. 10/10.”
--"Jon has a unique ability to get students onboard in a short amount of time. He is quick to establish a rapport, building on trust and confidence which makes an ideal platform for focused learning”.
--“He is heavily in demand which speaks volumes in terms of his reputation and is super knowledgeable and prepared for all elements of the syllabus.”
--“He went from a predicted a 4/5 to an 8 !!! We were extremely pleased and put this down to Jons ability.”
--“I wish we had found him earlier! We highly recommend him!”
--“He is helpful and gifted at tutoring kids so they understand exactly what they need to change or improve on. We will be using Jon for all of our children.”
TUTORING APPROACH
Besides enjoying superb results, my pupils benefit from a relaxed yet challenging atmosphere, with high commitment being expected of them and this has shown to bring both personal and academic growth, which is always pleasing to see. Moreover, in strengthening self-esteem and exciting the minds of my students, to equip them with the skills they need to excel in later life, I seek to provide them with only the finest education possible.
In terms of my lesson delivery, I always strive to be on the cutting-edge of education in use of teaching resources and methods. Therefore, my approach to tutoring makes use of the techniques of “blended learning”, utilising advanced video-conferencing software, modern presentational packages such as Prezi, powerful virtual learning environments and resourced by well-known educational companies, all supported by online platforms provided by GCSE Bitesize, amongst others. This constant innovation was perhaps best illustrated by my recent use of computer games as a learning tool, which led to some of my classes’ GCSE English creative writing being utilised by exam boards as exemplars to share across the UK, in which they were inspired by video games such as Halo and Mass Effect to attain grade 9s.
In light of this dedication to using Smart tech to deliver a first-class education, throughout my teaching career in inner-city schools and sixth-forms, I have become known for never leaving any learner behind, whilst using creative methods in covering the curriculum in an accessible and enjoyable way.
Needless to say, I passionately believe that education should be a joy, not a chore, and I always do my best to ensure this for each and every one of my students, both in the classroom and online.
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With a rich background encompassing four years of dedicated tutoring in science, I've had the privilege of guiding students from KS3 to GCSE levels, nurturing their understanding and passion for the subject. Throughout my tutoring journey, my commitment has always been geared towards fostering not just comprehension but also a deep-rooted appreciation for science.
I firmly believe in a student-centric approach, tailoring my teaching methodologies to match the unique learning styles and needs of each individual. This approach has consistently led to remarkable academic progress and success among my students, reflected in their improved grades and a genuine enthusiasm for science.
My journey as a tutor has been driven by a passion for ensuring the success of my students. I'm dedicated to instilling not only knowledge but also the confidence and skills necessary for their academic advancement. I take immense pride in the achievements of my students and remain committed to guiding them towards their academic goals.
Experience and diligence are the key consistencies of a successful teacher, both of which I have taken the effort of acquiring over more than 20years of my high-yielding teaching career. I am an IB EXAMINER (BIOLOGY AND Chemisty) for the past 8 years and a CIE EXAMINER (BIOLOGY) for the last 3 years. My specialization lies in Biology, ESS and Chemistry from GCSE to A/IB levels however, my experience is synonymous across the educational board as I’ve also written Personal Statements and essay assignments for university students.
As previously mentioned, I have consistent experience in writing university and A level assignments for various subjects ie. Science and various social sciences. I find my teaching to transcend the synthetic geographical borders and time zones, having taught from Dubai and Malaysia, to the US, India as well as the UK. With my vast, and still every-growing, experience of teaching hundreds of students online and in person, I’ve sufficiently grasped the ability to get across challenging content and achieve measurable results.
I would be more than obliged to be contacted for any of your teaching/writing needs and further discuss availability.
GCSE science and Alevel chemistry tutor. Online classes. Chemistry specialist.
I offer affordable private tutor for maths and chemistry. If you are struggling with your maths or science school lessons, I can support you to achieve the grades you aspire.
I have a First class Master's in Chemistry (with an Industrial Placement) degree from University of Sussex with at least 70% in all four years of my studies.
I am patient, suppportive and determined to help you reach your goals.
I prefer to build strong, personal relationships with students, because I believe personal relationship is foundation to student success. The more associated the student feels, the more teacher earns respect and consideration, the key ingredients for students to learn well. I teach to the student's strength that helps me to minimize the student weaknesses. I always listen and communicate early and often with parents, that helps me to map a better plan for success. I always believe that, the better lesson planning by tutor leads to student success. I always plan my every session keeping these 6 points in my mind. 1. Outline learning objectives 2. Develop the introduction 3. Plan the specific learning activities (the main body of the lesson) 4. Plan to check for understanding 5. Develop a conclusion 6. Create a practical timeline I have got Engineering degree qualification, which makes me the most appropriate tutor for mathematics subject. I have studied as well trained the simplest mathematics as well as complex one. So, I know the subject's concepts, ideas and problems inside out. I can discuss and introduce the rigor of real-life applications. I can make learning relevant to students' interests, thus create more students who actually care about what they are learning. I am very much aware of National Curriculum of UK and know about the key stages and the assessments, the student would go through after completing each key stage. I always prefer to discuss child's progress with his/her parents by the end of each assessment. That would assist me to meet the expectations of parents.
About Me:
I am Mian K., a dedicated and experienced professional with a solid background in Project and Operations Management and expertise in Software Engineering. My passion for technology and innovation has driven me to excel in roles ranging from Full Stack Software Engineer to Director of Operations. Currently pursuing an MBA at Ulster University, I am eager to share my knowledge and expertise as a Computer Science and Programming tutor.
Teaching Philosophy:
I believe in fostering a collaborative and engaging learning environment where students not only grasp the theoretical concepts but also apply them practically. My approach involves real-world examples and hands-on projects to ensure a comprehensive understanding of Computer Science and Programming principles.
Professional Experience:
Director of Operations (Remote): As the Director of Operations at Revenue Engine LLC (FL, USA), I optimized processes and ensured timely project delivery, providing me with valuable insights into efficient project management methodologies.
Project Manager (Remote): At Infinitintel Inc (CO, USA), I managed projects from start to finish, emphasizing agility and continuous improvement, skills crucial for effective teaching and learning in dynamic tech environments.
Full Stack Software Engineer & Scrum Master (Creditbook): My experience at Creditbook involved both technical expertise in frontend and backend development and leadership as a Scrum Master, providing a well-rounded skill set to share with students.
Educational Background:
Currently pursuing an MBA at Ulster University, demonstrating my commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest industry trends.
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences from FAST-NUCES, Islamabad, with a strong foundation in computer science principles.
Digital Skills:
My proficiency in a wide range of technologies, including but not limited to ReactJS, NodeJS, NestJS, and MySQL, equips me to guide students through various programming languages and frameworks.
Teaching Focus:
Programming languages: Javascript, Python. Specializing in frameworks such as NestJS, ReactJS, and NodeJS, I aim to impart practical programming skills to my students.
Project Management: Drawing from my experience as a Project Manager, I offer insights into effective project planning, execution, and collaboration. Language Skills:
Fluent in Urdu (Mother tongue).
Proficient in English (C2 level). Hobbies and Interests:
In addition to my professional pursuits, I have a keen interest in leadership, research and development, problem-solving, and gaming, aspects that contribute to a holistic and engaging teaching style.
Connect with Me:
LinkedIn: Mian K.'s LinkedIn
GitHub: Mian K.'s GitHub
Email: miankhubaib63@gmail.com
Join me on a learning journey where we explore the fascinating world of Computer Science and Programming together. Whether you're a beginner or looking to deepen your understanding, I'm here to guide you through the exciting realms of technology! Let's code and create together! 🚀🖥️
🌟 Head of Psychology 🌟 QTS 🌟 First Class degree in Psychology 🌟 15+ years teaching experience 🌟
I gained QTS in 2012 and spent over 10 years delivering outstanding lessons at one of the top rated Grammar schools in England. I was personally highlighted during my time there as achieving the best A- level results in the school, which was measured on pupil’s individual progression. I have 3 years of experience as a private 1:1 tutor where I teach online via Zoom. Students I work with make great progress (often jumping 2-3 grade boundaries within the first term) under my tutoring programme due to my experienced background and previous examining duties.
My approach is to be supportive, encouraging yet constructive in my feedback in order for my students to progress. My online sessions are personalised to meet the needs of the individual learner and are always tailored to the specific examination board being studied. I use various methods including delivering content that the tutee might not have grasped yet and I ensure to focus time each session on exam techniques in relation to short and essay based questions. I have a wide range of support material available and will often use this within the sessions such as model answers and examiner commentaries. My techniques are tried, tested and very effective.
Current Head of Maths - 18 years in profession- First lesson free - All ages, including GCSE (£35) and A-Level (£45).
Current Head of Mathematics and Teacher of Secondary and Sixth Form students. Available to tutor mathematics, KS2, KS3, GCSE and A-Level, weekends and evenings after 4 p.m. 18 years in the profession. Extensive knowledge of the curriculum for mathematics. I charge £35 per hour for up to and including GCSE level and £45 for A-Level for an 60 minute lesson. I can tutor online at present due to government restrictions. I am an enthusiastic and dedicated individual with a strong work ethic. I always strive to achieve high standards with any given task. I have proven outstanding organisational skills and have found these coupled with my interpersonal skills are my most valuable resources. Foremost, I am committed to raising the achievement of pupils through teaching Mathematics. I am experienced in teaching pupils working at Entry Level through to A-level. I have a record of high quality teaching, consistently achieving positive progress scores for all my Year 11 GCSE groups, at all ability levels, and Year 13 A-Level groups. My natural enthusiasm for Mathematics and trying new approaches allows me to cater for a variety of learning styles and abilities. At the heart of my philosophy is the development of problem solving, reasoning and fluency which is key to pupils’ success at GCSE and A-Level. It is my aim to develop and promote the creation of a stimulating and productive learning environment in which the delivery of well-resourced and well-organised Mathematics lessons can guarantee pupils are progressing and being challenged at all times.
Maths, English Literature, and Science lessons in Birmingham, UK.
I am a 65 years old tutor of predominantly History and Politics, with English and Religious Studies as my supplementary subjects.
Willing to teach on-line by Skype (preferred) or Zoom, as well as person-to-person.
As you will note from my qualifications and professional experience, I have taught all four subjects for some 35 years, at College, University, Sixth Form College and High School. While the majority of my teaching has been in the UK, mainly in Birmingham, London and Bristol, nevertheless I have also taught abroad at university in the Philippines. Additionally, I have been an A'Level Politics and History examiner for the former London and Oxford & Cambridge boards in the 1990s and early post-millennium decade. So also, have I written course brochures for the History and Politics Distance - learning programmes for the National Extension College, Cambridge. All of this has added up to my having acquired a broad professional experience, which I put to the benefit of my students.
My teaching style is very much subject and communication based, with the emphasis applying knowledge and essay skills towards achieving the best exam results. There is also a priority attached to reading and grammar skills, both of which appear to be neglected by the contemporary British educational establishment. Hopefully I can use my experience and robust teaching methods towards enabling students to gain their best performance in exams and careers. - Please also note that I am happy to tutor students on-line - ie. Skype (Preferred) or Zoom, and have a fair experience of this kind of teaching.
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ESL, phonics, grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary lessons in Leamington Spa, UK.
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I am a primary school teacher and tutor with more than 20 years teaching experience. My experience has involved me working with classes, groups and individuals across key stage 1 and 2. I am also a successful published author of a variety of educational books and resources. I provide online tuition supporting pupils aged 5 to 11 years who require extra help in the following areas:
* Developing skills in maths and English
* Improving confidence in abilities
* Supporting with SATs preparation
* Preparing for 11 plus exams
* Helping pupils reach age related targets
* Developing the skills of pupils who are classed as gifted and talented
* Reinforcing understanding of the school curriculum
Thorough my lessons I aim to instil in pupils a love of learning, support them in achieving their goals and help them to develop the skills they need to fulfil their potential.
I am currently studying psychology at University of Birmingham; I will graduate summer 2025. I also volunteer as a Peer Assisted Study Session (PASS) leader every week at university. This entails helping first year students with psychology coursework. I have enjoyed this role thoroughly as it’s rewarding to provide students with extra support and participate in teaching a subject I find interesting.
Alongside university, I work part time as a teaching assistant in an array of SEN schools in the West Midlands. I have a lot of experience with children with Autism, ADHD and ASD, as well as working with children with a range of more complex needs. As well as supporting classwork, I often resolve disputes in the classroom by listening to the students’ needs and aid in coming to a solution with them. My current teaching job made me realise I have a passion for working with students of all ages and capabilities. Therefore, I am intending to apply for a teaching degree once I have completed my Bachelor’s. Becoming a teacher is something I am passionate about as I have loved being able to help children throughout their academic journey.
I have found the best way to build an effective student-teacher relationship is by being able to create an enjoyable learning atmosphere. It is important students see their teacher as someone they can talk to as this helps build confidence in and out of the classroom. Each student has different capabilities and personalities, so I tailor my teaching style and go at a pace that suits them. I have found this very effective with many of the students I currently work with as it creates a fun and positive working environment. As I am currently a student, I am aware that learning new subjects and balancing different classes can cause stress. Therefore, I make it my mission to help my students however I can by creating fun and engaging lessons. I would love to be able to provide tuition for students of all ages and capabilities as I have personally received the benefits of having a passionate teacher.
As a fully qualified and experienced French & Spanish Teacher with a QTS, I provide professional and effective tutoring to children, teenagers or adults who would like to start or continue learning French and Spanish for pleasure, travel or study. I particularly prepare students for GCSE & A-level as well as students in KS3&4 in French.
I encourage engagement in my lessons and wish to provide a space where students feel comfortable to ask questions or say they are unsure. Through continual praise and encouragement, I am well suited to be able to help students that are anxious or cannot grasp areas of their subjects. I provide a plan of action for going forward and keep parents consulted on their child’s progress. I am also happy to set homework questions to build upon the skills covered in the lessons and will mark and give feedback on any work completed.
I have successfully helped dozens of students to get A, B or C grades in PET, FCE and CAE Cambridge exams and have prepared a lot of young people and adults to get ready for School, universities in Europe or work. I prepare also students to learn or improve their Spanish, work for levels A1 and A2, respectively KS2 and KS3.
Bonjour à tous ! Je suis Madame B. qui est passionnée par l'enseignement de la langue française. Avec mon expérience et ma méthodologie interactive, je vous propose des cours en ligne adaptés à votre niveau et à vos besoins spécifiques. Que vous souhaitiez maîtriser les bases de la grammaire, développer votre vocabulaire ou pratiquer la conversation, je suis là pour vous guider à chaque étape de votre apprentissage. Mes cours sont conçus pour être à la fois informatifs et divertissants, afin que vous puissiez progresser tout en vous amusant. Rejoignez-moi dans cette aventure linguistique et ensemble, explorons la beauté et la richesse de la langue française !
What I can quarantee for my students:
Pass grades in Cambridge, other ESL exams or DELF French exams
Successful preparation for IELTS
Improved knowledge, fluency and self-confidence in speaking and writing as well as in all the language skills
Professional tutoring, excellent knowledge in English, French , Spanish and Bulgarian which I can sucessfully transfer to my students.
Incessant support and student-friendly environment.
As a CELTA and an ESL teacher, I have experience in working with different types of students, of various ages and backgrounds. My lessons are fast-paced, engaging and effective. Let's do it together, it'll be easier and more fun!
The platforms I use to teach online are Microsoft teams, Zoom or Skype.
The ability to experience each student’s progress at every stage is incredibly rewarding and a wonderful part of my role as a tutor. I am looking forward to teaching your son/daughter and motivating them for their language improvement!
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I'm currently working at primary schools in ks2, teaching Math and English to help prepare for the SATs. I also have experience in teaching English as a Foreign language. I also teach online as a tutor where I am completely flexible with my time and organise my timetable to fit my student's daily lifestyle. I have my level 5 in tutoring and my level 3 in teaching.
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I have a great deal of experience as a tutor. I have been working at one of the UK's leading Grammar Schools for the past four years. I tutor maths GCSE and A level online. I have also conducted numerous online webinars/ webclasses and drop-in sessions for students across the country for A Level maths. I love to make maths engaging. My instagram and YouTube accounts (Mark-a-minute maths) has had a wide following from students and I consistently post short 1 minute videos for students to get snappy, bitesize reviews of topics and model answers to exam questions.
Science and Maths Tutoring,
11+, KS3, SATS, GCSE, A -LEVEL
GCSE COMBINED SCIENCE
GCSE MATHS
GCSE TRIPLE SCIENCE
YEAR 7 AND 8 - SCIENCE AND MATHS
YEAR 9 - SCIENCE AND MATHS
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Maths, phonics and English lessons in Solihull, UK.
My passion to teach Design and Technology stems from my university degree background in Home Economics (BSc and MSc) and my considerable teaching experience in this field.
I completed my NQT at Hans Price Academy in July 2014,along having completed the PGCE D&T in 2013 at the University of the West of England and obtained QTS. These qualifications have added to my international experience of lecturing in Art and Design to BSc level and teaching to GCSE in educational institutions in Pakistan.
I am now confident at imparting knowledge and practical skills to students of differing ability levels and behaviour. I am familiar with the curriculum requirements of Key Stage 3 and 4 in Food preparation and Nutrition, Resistant Material, Graphics and Textiles and have also taught ancillary subjects: Personal Social and Health Education; and Careers. I have also been involved in school enrichment and clubs at my school such as: the ‘Cookery Club’ focusing on healthy recipes and a celebration cake for Christmas; ‘Coursework catch-up’ that, offered extra sessions in GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition, Resistant Materials and Graphics ( CAD/CAM); and ‘Homework Club’. I am keen to offer these pastoral and extra-curricular contributions in my next appointment and also will be actively involving myself in other lessons and activities at the school.
With my past experience and through the recent academic and extra-curricular activities I have participated in I believe I now understand the way children learn and use this to maximise their benefit from the lessons I plan. Each child I teach is encouraged to develop through a tailored personalised programme by using contributions from a range of professional inputs. This is achieved by developing an environment where the pupil and I have an understanding of clarity, mutual respect and fairness between us. Believing successful learning accrues from making the subject matter relevant and accessible through differentiation I initially identify and target the Gifted and Able, the Average and those students who are in greater need of support and I use Individualized Education Programs to best facilitate their learning. Also, I identify those who have English as an additional language and support their needs.
I understand that it is not just ability that should be differentiated but behaviour also. When presented with challenging behaviour rather than viewing negatively I see this as a challenge which both stimulates my interest and my commitment to push these students to higher levels. I have developed learning strategies and found my students have interacted more, becoming less disruptive and performing better. I found this experience to be personally rewarding.
I derive my goals of the learning process from Bloom’s Taxonomy and concentrate on the combined areas of Knowledge, Skills and Attitude. By addressing each of these pillars I feel the pupil is able to acquire a complete understanding of the subject matter. This develops a higher form of education focusing on analysing and interpreting rather than just remembering facts.
As part of the learning process I find it helpful to engage with and encourage parents to participate in their child’s education and have found this to have a positive effect.
Assessment is an integral part of my lesson preparation. My experience of marking Key Stage 3 & 4 theory and practical work using the formative assessment technique and learning dialogue has meant I am able to focus on educational needs. Learning is a journey and if a check is kept on students’ learning by identifying ‘What went well’ and ‘How to improve’ they perform better. I regularly ask students to keep a record of their thoughts and how they hope to act on my comments. I use students’ grades for target setting during plenary sessions.
As I have matured in my approach to teaching, the knowledge and understanding I have developed has naturally become part of my practice. One such example is using the Every Child Matter outcomes in planning a ‘Fruit Salad’ lesson: using seasonal fruits to stay healthy; awareness of health and safety with cutting/chopping; enjoying the preparation and feeling achievement when taking home a tasty fruit salad; contributing positively as part of a team; and using home ingredients to keep simple and costs low.
From the extra-curricular perspective I like to play a full and active part in the school’s life. I encourage teacher-student relationship-building exercises and one such example was a trip to Laser Quest. Although a fun day out and reward for hard work, the trip had the important objective of developing the student/teacher rapport. This excursion was kept within the boundaries of health and safety and the policies of the School.
I am constantly reassessing myself and working to develop personally and professionally and so I regularly attend after school meetings. To update my health and safety practices I completed the DATA safety course. In order to acquire additional knowledge of the UK’s attitude to food I attended the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health course on Food Safety and the Licence to Cook course. I have gained proficiency in Information Technology (IT) through completing the Computer Literacy and Information Technology and the European Computer Driving Licence courses. I use these skills in IT to make my lessons more visually appealing and stimulating to pupils who now are proficient with graphics and computers. At Hans Price Academy I have used Corel draw 12, Creo, illustrator and Pro desk top 8 softwares in my key stage 3 Product Design lessons and generate plan schemes of work for my Key stage 4 COPE group – Food and Catering based on healthy eating. Through my background I have introduced various multicultural cooking in my food lessons too.
Through my passion for Design and Technology I have developed a literacy, Stage 3 booklet which will help students to attain higher levels. I also run a series of extra curricular after school salt dough modelling and photo editing workshops. These have been met with great enthusiasm and attended by students across the whole school. I have taken part and encouraged fun day initiatives which include house musicals and leading on assemblies.
I believe teaching to be a vocation and am willing to contribute and support the team and go the extra mile. A teacher must strive to bring out sensitively the best in pupils, parents, oneself, colleagues and the school itself. It is the collective responsibility of all users of the school to improve the environment as a place of learning. The role of a good school is to provide a learning environment where pupils are keen and happy to attend whilst enjoying learning on a daily basis. It is a place where pupils are taught the importance of learning and the benefits and what can be accomplished by it.
I have trained food assistants and NQT to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils by setting high expectations in practical sessions. My plan for a session is always to initially to draw attention to the health and safety issues in the practical sessions and follow-up with the learning objectives.
I use an interactive style with my pupils so they are able to ask questions so as to feel comfortable and understand what is required of them in a safe and stimulating environment. During sessions I interact with the pupils, and encourage my Teacher assistant and NQT to do the same, so as to mentally stretch and stimulate the pupil in order to maximise their potential during these learning exercises.
I have been able to show and explain to the colleague how to plan and make the Literacy based project booklets. How to assess the progress of the students during that session how to explain clarify the misconceptions in order to make a memorable experience for the students.
I am able to create stimulating environment with mutual respect , e.g. from the start of lessons students clearly knows their targets and their current levels, they are clearly explained through detailed and effective tracker system, what they need to be focusing on to achieve higher grades. I always try to share the bigger picture to students in timely manner.
I collaboratively work with other colleagues and contributed through effective Professional Development coaching sessions. Based on development and implementation of various coaching strategies that lead to good progress and outcomes. I try to met regularly on fortnight to discuss and exchange notes and try the strategies in lessons.
I also Completed my Emerging Middle Leader course, which gave me the opportunity to help, guide and support my fellow colleagues in the schools’ wider community.
I always demonstrated secure subject knowledge and kept myself updated with current changes. In lockdown I done various online Professional Development sessions to keep myself updated and in line with National Curriculum.
I collaboratively work with Professional Development colleagues and supported various teaching strategies by experimenting the technique on students and assessing their progress of learning .
My Priority always has been for students to achieve good grades and progress in life is always , E.g the non- attenders and vulnerable students in my Year groups whose attendance was below 70%. By collaboratively working with College leaders, mentors, Head of department and ELT, I arranged catchup sessions in lunch,break and afterschool time for them to motivate and build positive relationship with them which lead them to complete and achieve reasonable good grades especially in GCSE.
I have been actively moderating the GCSE Food Preparation course work with senior members of CLF federation. Which greatly help to understand and help students to achieve good grades in course work.
On other hand I collaboratively worked with SENCO of Schools to offer students the experience of doing cooking practical and learning new skills in a secure and friendly environment. All students had various individual complex behaviour needs, I was able to build good relationships and offer memorable experience to them. They were able to adapt to the situation and behaved very well. I am also have been the active member of the school engage centre, to support and teach 1-2-1 sessions to students identified with special requirements, such as teaching DT sessions and cooking practices for the ones who missed out regular lessons and EAL to build bridges to overcome language barrier, especially year 11 students in order to help them at least achieve level 1 for college course.
I was invited to be part of the CLF Food Curators team, I planned and designed the collaboratively the Year 7 and 8 scheme of work to go live at the time of lock down ( which is available on CLF website).
I always try my best to give the students every opportunity to exceed in life.
I am a friendly, helpful and supportive tutor who will adapt to any learning technique in order to provide your child with the best learning experience. I have been tutoring students aged between 5-16 during my education at Hydesville Tower School and Queen Mary’s Grammar School. Personally having been through the struggle of not knowing how and what to revise I can understand the difficulty which students experience and what guidance they need in order to achieve the top grades. I make my lessons enjoyable by interacting with the student in a friendly manner, to help them become more confident within themselves and in the subject. Furthermore, I have experience with SEN students who require extra time and support with their studies.
