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£31/hr
5.0
Robert H
Cambridge Graduate History tutor
Hi, my name is Bob, I hold a BA in History from the University of Cambridge (Starred first) and an MA in History of Design. My qualifications:A Level French: A* A Level English Literature: A* A Level History: ABA HistoryMA History of DesignI have more than 2 years' experience tutoring in French (GCSE), English Literature (GCSE), and History (GCSE and A Level). I have tutored in both AQA and OCR so I have knowledge of both of these exam boards' requirements.History tutoring:I can tutor History up to A Level (AQA). I would create miniature lecture/seminars to walk you through the main historical...
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£37/hr
5.0
Victoria Beatrix F
History are my life!
I did my BA in Classical civilisations (majors: Greek, Latin) at the University of Basel and my MA in Ancient Greek and Ancient Near East Studies (archaeology and languages, i.e. Hebrew and Arabic) also at the University of Basel yet spending one semester at the Humboldt University of Berlin and the Free University of Berlin during an ERASMUS exchange during my MA. I then completed my DPhil in Classical Languages and Literature at the University of Oxford (Lady Margaret Hall) with a thesis on Classical Lingusitics. Last but not least, I did an MPhil in Theoretical and Applied Lingustics at the...
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£45/hr
4.8
Shannon R
Committed tutor for History
I currently work as a primary school teaching assistant alongside tutoring, and I also have experience working as a TA in a secondary school. I graduated with a First Class History degree from Cambridge in 2021. I have over five years of tutoring experience, which equates to over 1000 hours. When I lived abroad I was tutoring online full time. I have taught a range of subjects, including Maths, History, Politics, Spanish, Science, English, 11+ prep, SATs prep and Oxbridge entrance prep.I track my students' progress through assessments, asking lots of questions and encouraging them in return. My...
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£31/hr
5.0
Avesta-Saule Z
Cambridge University Tutor in the Humanities History
Hi, my name is Avesta and I am a 2:1 University of Cambridge graduate, having read Classics (major) and English Literature (minor). I have experience tutoring GCSE and A Level students in Classics, English Literature and History of Art, amongst other subjects. I also have extensive experience in supporting Oxbridge applications, including editing personal statements and administering mock interviews. Since April 2023, I have worked with Bucksmore Education, Immerse Education, and Magdalene College for A Level student residentials and summer schools. I am an efficient tutor, teaching with a structured...
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£62/hr
5.0
William K
Cambridge History Student and Tutor
Final year undergraduate student at the University of Cambridge. Tutoring students at GCSE and A Level in History, Psychology, and Economics across exam boards. Available to prepare students for Oxbridge applications in History and other humanities subjects. Invited to schools to provide information and advice to high achieving students, specifically in regard to Oxbridge assessment and interviews.Have taught multiple students who have achieved A*/A grades in their A Levels. Successfully led Oxbridge applicants through the interview and examination process.Achieved A* A* A* A* in A Levels and consistently...
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£24/hr
5.0
Michael T
Experienced History GCSE English Tutor
A patient, friendly tutor, I have developed a wealth of experience during the last 3 years working in schools, both as an SEN teaching assistant and then as a general classroom supply teacher. During that time, I have worked with all age groups from reception up to 6th form.My teaching style is based on the philosophy that there is no single approach that works for every student. As such, we will begin with a free session to see if we are a good fit, and for me to get some understanding of where you're knowledgeis strongest and where to focus our efforts. From there I will try to tailor our lessons...
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£24/hr
5.0
Richard B
English History History
Hello, I'm Richard.I'm a calm and professional tutor with years of work helping teach and tutor younger years from 11 Plus to GCSE. I know the ropes and what's expected of students, especially Humanities, English, and History and their associated exam boards.I studied History, German and Mathematics at A Level and went on to receive a 1st Class Scottish Master's Degree from the University of Edinburgh.I'm looking to teach my great passions of History and English to others with engaging but never stressful tutorlage.My previous teaching experience - both at primary schools and secondary - is broad...
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£77/hr
5.0
Alex C
History tutor - improving grades since 2005!
Hello! My name’s Alex and I have nearly 20 years’ experience of teaching and tutoring History at KS3, GCSE and A Level. During this time I have taught courses from the AQA, OCR and Edexcel exam boards. The ethos of my tutoring is to be both engaging and results-driven. I combine sound knowledge of the course requirements with a thorough understanding of the needs and motivations of my students. This combination has enabled many of my students to achieve far higher grades than originally predicted, with a high proportion achieving an A* or A.I design my sessions around a variety of activities whi...
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£154/hr
5.0
Shannon S
Highly Experienced History tutor
Hello!I am a former teacher and private tutor of over 11 years. My specialist subjects are History and Philosophy. I am highly specialised in the OCR and AQA exam boards for Religious Studies and Philosophy, with a lot of resources tailored to these.I have a First Class Honors Degree from Queen Mary, University of London. I have published work in the field of History and Philosophy which is available for viewing on request.Here are some of the results people have achieved with me through tuition last year - including my favourite testimonial from one of my students!"Hope you’re doing good, I’ve jus...
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£31/hr
5.0
Peter W
Experienced History tutor
I have taught A-Level Politics and History for the past 20 years.In that time I have built up a large amount of experience of different topics, exam boards and subjects.So I can turn my hand to anything (given advanced warning).In Politics, I have a specialist knowledge of the Edexcel spec and the Global Politics route.In History, I have taught both the Edexcel and the AQA spec.Over the years I have taught these topics Weimar and Nazi Germany, Fascist Italy, the Soviet Union and the Cold War, The British Empire and Decolonisation, The Crimean War, The First and Second World War, Louis XIV (France),...
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£39/hr
5.0
Adam T
Enthusiastic History and Politics
I am a qualified teacher (PGCE) and highly experienced Tutor with over 11 years of experience in education. Before relocating back to the UK, where I now work in Special Educational Needs (SEND), I worked in a top international school in Hong Kong. I taught Secondary Humanities, specialising in Geography and Politics across the UK and International Baccalaureate curriculums. Before this, I taught as a Humanities and English (Literature and Language) tutor at a highly regarded Tutorial college where I supported students with their entrance examinations to prestigious schools such as Harrow, Eton,...
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