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£33/hr
5.0
Sonia R
Highly experienced English Teacher (Homeschool specialist)
Hello! PREPARE FOR GCSEs NOW! BE READY FOR KS3 TRANSITION.PREPARE FOR ENTRANCE EXAMS. AVAILABILITY FLEXIBLE.SPECIALISING IN HOMESCHOOL SUPPORT. I am an experienced English teacher, tutor and consultant. I have helped lots of students in English Language and Literature across my career prepare for exams, internal assessments and more. I can help you too. With each lesson tailored to your needs, tuition will be an opportunity for development and ambition. Being an examiner with one of the leading exam boards, I am aware of the routes to success. I can help students to understand what the examiner...
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5.0
Dan B
English Tutor - Passionate about helping you succeed
Hi, I'm Dan. I'mrelaxed and friendly, but take a rigorous approach to learning, specialising in English and English literature. I will improve your understanding of key texts and forms and terms, preparing you for essay and examination. I have a Batchelor's degree in English Literature and a Masters degree from the University of London.From Chaucer to Steinbeck, we will close read texts and discuss great works of fiction, rapidly improving your understanding and love for poetry, drama and the novel. We will improve your ability to express your thoughts and feelings and answer difficult exam and...
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£35/hr
4.9
Ian S
Experienced EFL and English teacher
I am a friendly, creative and professional tutor who recognises that everyone learns in a different way, and encourages students to enjoy what they are doing by conveying my own enthusiasm for the subjects I teach. With a Masters degree in English Literature and eighteen years of experience in teaching English as a Foreign Language, I have a continuing interest in teaching students to read, speak and write the English language well. As an EFL teacher in and outside the UK, I have considerable experience in teaching the English language at all levels and to speakers of many different languages,...
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£54/hr
4.9
Tamara H
Experienced English tutor
I have a degree in Ecology and Conservation (BSc Hon), which I acquired in South Africa.I have lived in the UK for almost 18 years.I have about 13 years experience working in formal education, in both primary and secondary sectors. My specialist subject is Geography.I also have extensive experience teaching and supporting students with Biology English and Maths (from KS1 to GCSE); andA-Level Geography and Biology.Furthermore, I have experience preparing students for a range of exams (11+;13+ SATS and GCSE). I have experience teaching, mentoring and supporting students with various barriers to learning,...
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£24/hr
5.0
Emilija R
Expert English tutor
I am a first year university student, looking to further my passion of teaching English. I have experience working in teaching roles, and am dedicated to use my knowledge to help build the students’ confidence in both the subject and themselves.For a short period of time, I assisted at a secondary school as a temporary teaching assistant, where I was able to shadow professionals, assist students in written and oral work, as well as lead some of my own KS3 lessons.In terms of subject specific knowledge, I achieved a grade 9 in both English Literature and Language at GCSE level, as well as spending s...
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£62/hr
5.0
Thasnim B
English Core subjects, Humanities & Social Sciences
I am: A personable and dedicated tutor invested in my student's achievements and academic progression. Specialise and able to teach: - GCSE English Language and Literature. - Primary Maths up to KS3 Maths.- Primary Science up to KS3 Science. - GCSE Sociology & Psychology. - GCSE Health & Social Care up to Degree. - Primary Geography to GCSE Geography.My tutoring approach & experience: Student-centered approach and ability to adapt to different learning styles.Experience working with SEND students.Patient, understanding and will adjust the pace of learning suited to the student's needs and preferences.Adult...
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