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£47/hr
5.0
Terry U
Inspiring English tutor
I can hear you now: "More school? After school? No, please.'Let me explain why I know where you're coming from.It doesn't matter how old you get. The moment something difficult finally clicks, is one of the the most freeing feelings you will experience. It doesn't change whether you're a child or an adult, life still wants to teach us hard things and sometimes in the hardest ways. I also remember attending school and feeling like nothing clicks, I mustn't be smart enough. Confidence low, school just isn't something I'm good at it. You look around the room and your friends are all answering questions,...
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£54/hr
5.0
James M
Experienced Primary Tutor English
My name is James and I have 15 years experience supporting pupils to achieve the best possible outcomes. I am looking forward to working with you. I believe that building a good rapport with students, is a good start to successful learning. I also tailor my lessons to the way that individual students prefer to learn. I have found that having a flexible approach enables me to break down any barriers to building knowledge and skills. My experience across Primary and Secondary (Maths) sectors has given me a broad understanding of how pupils learn. I have extensive experience working with pupils who...
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£39/hr
5.0
Nikki M
Experienced English tutor
I began teaching in 2003 after completing my QTS graduate teacher programme in primary education. I am particularly interested in Early Years education as well as sport and fitness, development across all ages, further developing this interest in my practice across all of the school in which I have worked.In the autumn term of 2019 I taught in a small school with a three year group class in ks2.I have also taught in EYFS, KS1 and KS2, focussing on the teaching of phonics and the concrete approach to solve real life maths problems.My subsequent work has provided experience across various aspects...
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£39/hr
5.0
Stephen J
Enthusiastic and versatile ESOL and GCSE English tutor
I am an English graduate and native speaker. I decided to becomea tutor after a career in charity management because I find language fascinating and love passing this on to others. To be able to communicate with accuracy and confidence is crucial to any career or role.I had a years’ experience as a trainee ESOL tutor before gaining the Cambridge CELTA certificate in 2020. Since then I have beengiving 1 to 1 ESOL lessons at both elementary and upper intermediate level. I specialize in helping students to improve their English pronunciation by diagnosing where the sounds of their first language i...
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£62/hr
5.0
Glen W
Engaging English tutor
I have successfully taught English at GCSE and A Level across independent, grammar and comprehensive schools. I gained Qualified Teacher Status (with a Postgraduate Diploma in Education) from the number one School-Centred Initial Teacher Training provider in the country immediately after completing my PhD in English Literature, which built upon my MA in English Literary Research (awarded with Distinction) and BA in English (awarded with First Class Honours). I have experience of teaching according to AQA, OCR, WJEC and Edexcel/Pearson exam board specifications, including the new Grade 9-1 syllabi....
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£31/hr
5.0
Emily R
Qualified English Teacher English
My name is Emily, and I have just qualified as a secondary school English teacher from the University of Oxford.I believe that all of my students have the potential to unlock a lifetime love of English, as well as a deep understanding of it. This is shown throughout my lessons, through my enthusiasm that I share with my students. You can expect high standards in my lesson, where we will explore ambitious vocabulary, complex literary techniques and authorial methods and exam advice. I tailor my lessons to you and what you are doing at school during term time, so that we can be one step ahead, to...
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£77/hr
5.0
Alice A
English Tutor - Making learning memorable
Hello, I am a qualified teacher with a post graduate qualification in teaching and an outstanding grading. I have been tutoring on this site since June 2018. I'm passionate and dedicated to supporting children, young adults and mature students with education outside of the school-based environment. I enjoy working 1:1 or in small groups to support children with specific learning needs, identifying misconceptions and striving towards consistent accelerated progress. I enjoy creating interesting and memorable learning experiences. I have worked with children who require differentiated activities...
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£47/hr
5.0
Clare K
Enthusiastic English Tutor - because learning is fun!
Teaching: I am experienced in supporting primary and secondary students in catch-up English, and in working with dyslexic, autistic and other students who might be struggling in mainstream English or mainstream maths.My focus is on how maths and English are fun and important for daily life. I also teach English as a foreign language.And if you are older and have never got your head round English?- well come and join me for fun with learning.Hi, I’m Clare,I have a BA (hons) in English, and an MSc (merit) in Science communications.My DBS is up to date (police checks), and I have many years of classroom a...
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£41/hr
5.0
Freya H
Passionate and supportive primary English tutor.
Hello! I'm an enthusiastic primary school teacher with a wealth of experience in supporting young learners across all subjects. I’m here to offer focused, one-on-one online tutoring tailored to your child’s unique learning needs. Whether they’re looking for a bit of extra support in key areas or a confidence boost to get ahead, I’m dedicated to making learning engaging, clear, and effective.Why Choose Me?With a strong background in primary education, I’m well-versed in all curriculum areas, from English and Maths to Science, Art, and Geography. I studied English, Maths, Chemistry, and Biology a...
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£54/hr
4.9
Peter R
Exam specialist for AQA and Edexcel English English GCSE.
NOW OPEN TO BOOKINGS FOR 2024 EXAM SUPPORT.I am a secondary school English teacher who lives and teaches in West Cornwall, UK. I have been teaching since 2003 and I started delivering home tutoring in 2010. I specialise in exam techniques at A Level, GCSE and Key Stage 3My teaching style focuses on delivering the skills needed to secure excellent exam results. Once you have booked your first session, I will contact you to discuss your requirements and then design a tailored block of sessions built around what you need to achieve the best result possible. I also include access to additional support...
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£31/hr
4.9
Paul P
Effective English tutor
I educate pupils in the local area around Plymouth on a daily basis.I teach English, Maths, Science other other subjects,I also specialize in learning difficulties and disabilities (ASD, ADHD, Asperses, & dyslexia/dyspraxia). Apart from classroom teaching and tutoring I've also been a curriculum coordinator for people with ASD.The role involved designing a unique syllabus/curriculum and managed a group of educators. I have over 10 year’s main stream teaching experience in a classroom environment and five years as a tutor/specialist.I’ve taught Music, English, Science, Maths, Art and Primary (KS...
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£31/hr
5.0
Meg W
Experienced English tutor
My name is Meg and I have been tutoring for nine years. I started off just teaching vocals, but since completing my PGCE in Secondary school music I have branched out to other instruments and subjects. I have BA (Hons) degree in Music and within that degree I looked at a range of different aspects within the subject. My focus was contemporary music and this covered a great deal including; music technology, the industry, event management and composing. The focus within my degree was singing and songwriting. I also looked at; vocal technique, vocal health and singing in a variety of different styles...
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