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£55/hr
5.0
Gemma P
Experienced and engaging KS2 Tutor English All Primary
My name is Gemma and I have over 10 years’ experience of teaching in UK Primary Schools. For the last few years, I have been tutoring children (ages 5-12) online in Maths, English, Y2 & Y6 SATs and 11+ Entrance Exams. I pride myself on delivering fun, engaging sessions and promoting rapid progress to the students I teach, ensuring they feel supported in their work and praised for every small success in their learning journey. I primarily work as an 11+ and SAT's specialist but I am happy to teach any primary level subject. I am confident in both Maths & English and have a lot of experience teaching f...
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£70/hr
5.0
Francesca W
Enthusiastic English medicine and Oxbridge tutor
Hi I'm Fran, I studied Classics at Oxford University and since then have gone on to do a Graduate Entry Medical Course in Southampton where I have just started placements and finished the preclinical medicine part of the course. I have first hand experience getting into competitive fields and I want to pass that on. I am most interested in getting to know my students and what they want to get out of the sessions and I am happy to cater to different needs. I currently mentor 1st year students on my medicine course and in the past I have tutored Maths and Latin and GCSE. I am dyslexic myself so I...
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£18/hr
5.0
Kamarla W
Excellent English tutor
I have a degree in preforming arts and I currently work as qualified teacher. This has allowed me to gain many experiences in schools, colleges, universities and community groups teaching a wide range of subjects to young students and adults. I'm very passionate about teaching and allowing students to reach their full potential. I want students to succeed and aim high in whatever they choose to do in life, I can teach in many different ways and create a positive learning environment.I teach a wide range of Dance Styles, Drama and Singing. I have also taught Maths, English and Functional Skills...
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£24/hr
5.0
Samantha B
Patient tutor - online and in person English English
I am currently a full time secondary school English teacher with years of experience teaching Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (AQA exam board). I teach both literature and language. The literature texts I teach are An Inspector Calls, A Christmas Carol, Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth and Power and Conflict Poetry.I am responsible for planning lessons, grading work, preparing students to sit GCSES exams, issuing feedback and ensuring the progress of my students in all year groups. I also have experience teaching EFL while living abroad in a foreign country. I prepared students to sit the FCE as well as IELTS...
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£29/hr
5.0
Irini P
Effective English tutor
Hi! My name is Irini and I am an English, French and Spanish tutor! My approach to learning is interactive, and I am very committed to helping you to boost your confidence and get the grade that you want to achieve! EXPERIENCE I have eight years of experience as an English, French and Spanish tutor. I have taught beginners to A Level students of different ages and abilities. I have also worked as a teaching assistant in a secondary school in these subjects, and have always enjoyed teaching from a young age! I have also volunteered as an unpaid tutor at university, and taught at A Level masterclass...
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£49/hr
5.0
Laura M
English Online Tutor
Experienced English and Business TutorHi, my name is Laura! I have achieved First-Class Honours in BA English Literature and History at Durham University. Now, I'm studying Educational Leadership for an MA PGDE teaching qualification whilst teaching English at a Secondary School in West London. Having had 3 years of experience with online tutoring and having completed over 1000 lessons, I am well acquainted with online teaching techniques. My lessons are very student-oriented: I begin by assessing the student's level using past papers. Once I figure out what the student needs, I adapt my lessons...
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£35/hr
5.0
Charlotte H
Effective English tutor
Hi, I’m Charlotte. I currently work in a school specialising with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs. I have also worked in a mainstream school and an SEN school and have experience ranging from Reception all the way through to Year 11.Throughout my job role, I take children out of the classroom to support them with a one to one intervention on topics they are currently struggling with.I can adapt my teaching style to my learners needs, and tend to focus on one task at a time so as not to daunt the learner. I like to differentiate the learning so use a variety of material to help keep l...
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£44/hr
5.0
Phoebe O
English English Specialist Tutor
With a proven track record in achieving excellent results for my students and an experienced AQA examiner, I am here for all your English needs! Due to my TeachFirst training and working in a range of outstanding schools, I know how to engage and motivate pupils and differentiate to their vast needs. I am a firm but fair teacher, who is extremely passionate about my subject. As a language specialist, with over six years of teaching experience, I have a strong desire to teach others the value and skills of English. Literature texts that I have taught, include, 'An Inspector Calls', 'A Christmas...
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£44/hr
5.0
Steven B
English Tutor - Academic IELTS Specialist
I am a patient and conscientious individual with a passion for English Language, both speech and the written word. I am familiar with the AQA, Eduqas, Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge I GCSE examinations, as well as the IELTS programme.I also enjoy tutoring French and German. I tutor these subjects up to GCSE standard. I have experience of tutoring students with learning difficulties such as dyslexia and autism. I enjoy tutoring mature students too and I have developed a roster of long-term students.I am also familiar with the QTS Literacy Skills Test and the specific disciplines involved.I am thrilled...
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£29/hr
5.0
Anna C
English enthusiast, for all levels!
I am a 28-year-old tutor and writer with a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from the University of Lancaster and an MSc in Sociology from Glasgow University. For the past eight years, I have dedicated myself to one-on-one tutoring, developing a genuine passion for helping students grow and improve their studies. My extensive experience and subject expertise have contributed to the success of my students, and I take great pride in their achievements.I excelled academically, achieving three A's at A level in English Combined, Art, and Sociology. Throughout my career, I have worked with a d...
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£31/hr
4.9
Lindsey C
Committed and flexible English tutor.
I am passionate about education and enjoy working in an area where I can help others to fulfil their learning potential. Since 2014 I have been tutoring children (and occasionally adults), covering English, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning, and Maths. I was also a home educator for over a decade, taking full responsibility for the education of my own children, both at primary and secondary level, in all subjects. I will take the time to get to know each student’s individual needs and abilities so that I can deliver lessons in the way that works best for them.I have a proven track record in helping r...
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