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5.0
Ivan L
Excellent English tutor
I have been a primary class teacher for over six years and taught all areas of the curriculum. My teaching experiences include time in all classes across Key Stages 1 and 2 including Reception. With a wide range of tutoring experience 1:1 to suit different needs, I have worked successfully with pupils struggling at school. I am well versed in current formative, summative and proactive assessment techniques so that I can tell how a pupil is doing at any given moment in time.Current activities • experience with the autistic spectrum, ODD, ADHD, MLD - SLD, and EBD. The pupils under my care tend t...
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£41/hr
4.5
Eleanor F
Engaging, friendly and reliable tutor for English.
Hello, I’m Ellie, a former primary teacher. I have a degree in Early Childhood Studies, Qualified Teacher Status and over 7 years’ experience of classroom-based teaching across all of the primary phases – from early years through to upper key stage 2. If a child has a weakness or a knowledge gap in a certain area, I know the progressive sequence of steps needed to address that weakness, and where the learning fits within the bigger picture. I work with children of all ages, from 3 year olds learning early phonics skills, to children sitting the 11+ in Year 6. I also have a specialism in Maths and F...
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£44/hr
5.0
Catherine D
Experienced, qualified English teacher
I am qualified teacher (DBS checked) with20 years experience and I love teaching and learning. I'm also an experienced tutor. (Elsewhere I am also a proofreader and researcher). I teach children of primary school age (although I've taught Maths and spoken English for older children and adults previously) and can help with reading, writing, grammar, spoken English, maths and other subjects. I have tutored in schools and privately, have helped children prepare for their SATS and have experience teaching children with special educational needs. My teaching style is to be encouraging and friendly and...
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£34/hr
5.0
Sarah W
Enthusiastic GCSE/A2 English Tutor
Hello, my name is Sarah and I've been a tutor now since 2012.My main subjects cover GCSE/A2 English, History and Psychology.I really enjoy tutoring and have been really pleased to see all my students progress to get the grades they want after having that dedicated time to make sense of their studies, and learn new skills.In initial sessions, I seek to understand what a student's needs are, their exam board and current topics and their goals.I put together an action plan with the student and then use sessions to work through this, checking in regularly to ensure sessions are working for the student.I'm...
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£39/hr
5.0
Jamila K
ESL, Childcare, Education & HSC English
A fully qualified Early Years Educator with over ten years of experience in education. I hold a degree in Early Childhood Studies as well as a Level 5 English as a Second Language certificate. During my university years, I was a mentor for first-year students, offering tutoring in essay writing and knowledge development, resulting in consistently high grades for my mentees.In my tutoring approach, I prioritise creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment, fostering open communication to enhance student engagement. I adapt my teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles,...
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£35/hr
5.0
Theo A
Experienced English, ESOL, Law, Media, Drama English tutor
Are you looking for help preparing for your English GCSEs? Or are you looking to brush up on your English skills? I’m a passionate and qualified teacher with nearly 20 years experience. I have taught English at secondary school and college across Key stages 3, 4 and 5 (AS Level) and I have specialized in GCSE English Language and Literature. I have also taught the IB curriculum and am qualified to teach Drama, Media and EAL/ EFL/ESOL. Additionally I have tutored undergraduate Law (foundation subjects). With me, you will benefit from lessons that are well planned and meet the assessment criteria o...
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