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£47/hr
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Georgia B
Enthusiastic English tutor focusing on exam technique
I'm a first-class Law and English Literature graduate student, passionate about inspiring confidence in my students and helping them improve their final grades.I am confident that I know what examiners are looking for and how to achieve the top marks in exams as someone who achieved all A*s at GCSE and A level, in including 100% in A level English Literature, as well as graduating in the top 10% of the my cohort In English Literature and the Graduate Diploma in Law. Having written many first-class essays for my degrees, I have picked up many tips and techniques to effectively plan, structure and...
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£77/hr
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Ifa M
Qualified and experienced English tutor. GCSE and A Level.
Hello,I am a highly experienced and qualified English teacher (PGCE with QTS). I teach in various settings including mainstream, SEND schools, PRU's and also offer 1:1 tuition. I am passionate about inspiring young people to enjoy English and derive value and meaning from their studies. Whether I am in a private schoolor a Pupil Referral Unit for students with challenging behaviour, I consistently engage, inspire and develop excellence.I support students to expand their knowledge, develop their confidence and flourish academically. All of my students from last year have attained 2-4grades above...
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£39/hr
5.0
Richard B
English English History
Hello, I'm Richard.I'm a calm and professional tutor with years of work helping teach and tutor younger years from 11 Plus to GCSE. I know the ropes and what's expected of students, especially Humanities, English, and History and their associated exam boards.I studied History, German and Mathematics at A Level and went on to receive a 1st Class Scottish Master's Degree from the University of Edinburgh.I'm looking to teach my great passions of History and English to others with engaging but never stressful tutorlage.My previous teaching experience - both at primary schools and secondary - is broad...
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£31/hr
5.0
Nicholas P
English Tutor - 5 A*s in A levels. I'll show you how I did it ;)
A qualified English teachersince 1989 , taught at Greek Embassy School . Archbishop Micheal Ramsay Technology College and The Factory Community Project . Semi retired now but providing private tuition on a one to one basisin the London and Essex area . Able to teach English Primary , key stage 4 , GCSE , A level , Common entrance and TEFL .Up to date with allexamspecifications , requirements and boards , currently a part timeexam invigilator at Imperial College London , references from college or parents available upon request
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£54/hr
5.0
Ben H
Engaging English tutor
I firmly believe that teaching is a two-way process. Whether I'm in a classroom or online, I will create a dialogue so the pupils/tutees feel involved in the process and are able to question, inquire and verbalise what we are learning. Very few people learn by being told something once, so my tutoring sessions are generally about discovery, mastery and learning side by side to answer the big questions along with my years of expertise providing the content.I have worked in education for 12 years in all sorts of settings, with a huge range of pupils. My track record is impressive and I firmly believe...
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£47/hr
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Miles F
Young and enthusiastic tutor of English and History
Hi, my name is Miles and I am a Master's Student at the Warburg Institute, University of London. I have a First Class degree in Art History from the Courtauld Institute and I am an experienced tutor. I am able to tutor GCSE English Literature and Language, History, and Music, as well as A-Level English, having received A*s in these subjects. I pride myself on being a friendly and engaging tutor; I have helped many students achieve their ideal grades through support and encouragement. I am able to teach all the core exam boards, such as AQA, Edexcel, and OCR. In a lesson, we can revise exam content...
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The number of English Gcse lessons a student should take depends on the student's needs and goals. Generally, it is recommended that the student has at least one lesson a week in order to build a good rapport with their tutor and ensure consistent learning.

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A English Gcse tutor can help you gain confidence in your subject and improve your knowledge and understanding. This can help you work towards professional qualifications that can move your career forwards.

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