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£39/hr
5.0
Olivia C
Passionate, supportive English Literature tutor
Hi! My name is Olivia, I am in my third year at the University of Edinburgh studying English Literature and Philosophy. I have been teaching on Tutorful for a year now offering private tutoring in English up to A-Level/Advanced Highers, Economics and Latin up to GCSE/Nat 5, and junior/lower secondary Maths. I am a passionate, invested and patient tutor, tailoring my teaching style to each individual student depending on their needs.I am able to help with one-off or regular lessons, from intensive tutoring to assignment editing; creative writing sessions to structured English lessons. I am comfortable...
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£44/hr
5.0
Aileen L
enthusiastic and encouraging English Literature tutor
As an English tutor I have tutored all ages, but I specifically tutor A Level Literature where I have a wide knowledge of the curriculum - I have tutored students across all the examination boards.I have also been an Assistant Tutor at Stirling University for first year English undergraduates and currently I also offer individual tutoring for all stages of University students.I am a happy and enthusiastic mature person, who believes strongly in education and the confidence and opportunities that can be gained. My first aim is to encourage and praise pupils in their work - I believe enjoyment of...
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£47/hr
5.0
Isabelle W
Experienced English Literature tutor
Looking to boost your confidence in English and/or Philosophy? With three years of experience, I offer personalized tutoring sessions to help you thrive in both subjects. My approach is designed to make learning accessible and enjoyable, ensuring you feel confident and capable every step of the way.Together, we'll dive into literary analysis, unraveling the nuances of texts, and refining your writing skills. I provide clear explanations and practical exercises tailored to your needs, making complex concepts easy to understand and apply.In philosophy, we'll explore thought-provoking ideas and philosophical...
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£40/hr
4.8
Yana A
English Literature, public speaking... Get confident with me!
Hello! I am a tutor with a PhD in science and 15+ years of experience teaching maths, English and other disciplines to children, as well as preparing students for 11+exams and interviews and GCSE exams! As we go through past papers or difficult topics together, students gain more experience and understanding and get more confident in their knowledge and strategies.I know that every student is different, and I believe in every child's potential for academic achievements. My background in theatre (which has also included writing for children and young adults) gives me a uniquely fun and creative...
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£39/hr
5.0
Simran D
From the University of Edinburgh English Literature I teach English
Hi I'm Sim,NOW OFFERING DISSERTATION SUPPORT Currently I am a law student at the University of Edinburgh and had obtained A*A*A at A level. Tutoring and mentoring students is something that had started of as a passion to help my younger brothers through their GCSE's but later flourished to helping children across the UK ranging from KS3 to GCSE with developing and focusing on exam questions and aiming for the higher bands. I have provided online lessons on a Tutoring Platform since the start of 2023 and prior and taught in person lessons for 3 years to children within the locality of Bedfordshire.My...
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£31/hr
5.0
Amy E
Supportive and reliable online tutor English Literature tutor
I’m a passionate, enthusiastic and friendly 21 year old history student currently studying at Edinburgh! Although I am studying history, I have a passion for English literature and language too. I studied on both the OCR board (English lit) and AQA (Language and history). As someone who was also tutored during school, I can promise to be patient and understanding that each individual student will have different needs. Even though one technique may not work, there is always a way to make students grasp key concepts! I have tutored English from secondary school level schools (creative writing and e...
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