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£54/hr
4.9
Tamara H
Experienced History 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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£25/hr
5.0
Emily H
Experienced & Passionate History Tutor
Hi, I'm Emily! I am currently undertaking a Classics PhD through the University of London, continuing on from my masters and undergraduate degrees at Royal Holloway studying Ancient History, with a year as an international student at Korea University in Seoul. I am passionate about the classical past and its relation to today's world. Having tutored for six years with First Class Learning and Explore Learning in Maths and English, from ages four to sixteen, I am keen to continue tutoring online. My aim as a tutor is to encourage confidence and enthusiasm in one's learning, building upon a student's...
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£24/hr
5.0
Arjun G
Enthusiastic History tutor who enjoys making learning fun
Hello! My name is Arjun Gala and I’m an undergraduate student at LSE. Having done A level Maths (OCR), Economics (Edexcel) and History (AQA) not too long ago, and gotten A*s in all three, I provide a unique learning experience whereby students can learn not only the content, but also exam tricks and skills on how to achieve the highest marks. I am also keen to teach students the best and most efficient revising and learning techniques, and this would be incorporated into my lessons. I structure my lessons by first going through and understanding content. Once content is understood, I would undergo q...
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£31/hr
5.0
Jordan S
History Biology History Geography
Hi there! I’m Jordan, I’m 22 and I graduated with a BSc in Zoology from the University of Reading in 2023 and have spent the last few months travelling around Australia and Japan! I have experience within biology and the sciences, but also took Geography (OCR) for A-Level and History (OCR) at GCSE. I have previous experience from tutoring at GCSE level within the sciences as I achieved 9’s in Chemistry and Biology (AQA Exam).Some of the students I taught ended up going from 2/3s to 6/7s basically doubling the marks they scored while I taught them! Additionally, my degree in Zoology has extensively cover...
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£24/hr
5.0
Muadh A
Energetic History tutor
Hi, my name is Muadh and I am a first year PPE undergraduate at the University of Warwick! As someone who has taken Mathematics and History at A-Level and English at GCSE, I am all too familiar with the challenges that these subjects present. My experiences embracing these obstacles has given me the necessary tools to nurture potential students through their maths journeys. I have over 2 years experience as an online tutor for Mathematics, History and English, so I have become proficient at explaining and simplifying complex concepts to students of all ages, focusing on getting pupils ready for...
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£55/hr
5.0
Lorna S
Cambridge Graduate History tutor
I am a recent Cambridge history graduate who achieved a first at undergraduate and then completed a masters by research. I am 22 years old and have a very good memory of my A-level and GCSE exams which I took in-person before COVID. I am very happy to help students with exam technique and preparing for in-person exams. I appreciate how stressful exam seasons can be and believe that building students' confidence is as important as teaching specific academic skills. I have mentored family and friends during GCSEs and A-Levels who have said that it was very helpful to talk to someone who had recently...
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5.0
Luke H
Enthusiastic History tutor
- I have been teaching history since 2013.- My adeptness in various examination boards, including GCSE AQA, Edexcel, and iGCSE, reflects a well-rounded grasp of the subject matter and an ability to tailor instruction to diverse curricula.- Having successfully navigated the intricacies of teaching Edexcel and AQA A-level history, I bring a nuanced understanding of advanced historical concepts and a proven track record of guiding students toward excellence. - My multifaceted role as a GCSE examiner for AQA and Edexcel further underscores my comprehensive insight into exam intricacies, which I adeptly...
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£44/hr
4.9
Hywel B
Dynamic, experienced and effective History Tutor
I am a fully qualified and experienced educational practitioner with a wide range of experience both in the UK and in international schools overseas. This includes significant experience of delivering the curriculum online.I can offer History to GCSE, IGCSE, A Level, IB and AP. Similarly, I can offer English as a First/Second Language to IGCSE. I am a firm advocate of interactive learning, encouraging discussion of all key concepts, processes and skills. My results are exemplary with most students achieving an A/A*, indicating my commitment to well prepared sessions which encourage full engagement...
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4.3
Jessie D
Experienced History tutor
Hi there! My name is Jessie, I am a qualified History and Politics teacher and have been teaching for seven years, in both private and state secondary education.My teaching journey began in Sardinia, Italy, where I worked as an English as a Foreign Language teacher. I have since completed my PGCE and for the past seven years I have been teaching History and Politics from Key Stage Three, through to GCSE and A Level. I am also an A Level Politics, and GCSE and A Level History examiner, and therefore have in depth knowledge of exam board expectations. I have excellent subject knowledge in a wide...
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£39/hr
5.0
Madeleine M
Experienced and dedicated History tutor
Hello, I am Maddie, a recent History and Politics graduate from the University of Oxford. I am an experienced, encouraging and conscientious tutor. I tutor in History and Politics up to and including A- Level and can provide support for university admissions. My lessons tend to focus both on curriculum content and exam technique. This ensures students have an excellent grasp of the knowledge and concepts needed, and the ability to apply this to answering exam questions and writing exam essays - a side that I know is often hard for students to improve on in a larger classroom context. That said,...
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£47/hr
5.0
Abigail H
Enthusiastic and Patient History Tutor
Hello! My name is Abigail and I am currently studying for my Masters at Cambridge University. I studied my undergraduate degree at Courtauld Institute of Art, where I earned a First Class in History of Art. I tutor secondary school pupils in English Literature/Language, History, History of Art, Classical Civilisation and Sociology. I can help students grasp a deeper understanding of their subject to achieve those higher grades.For those requiring tutoring for an examination, I can offer a results-based class, focused precisely on exam technique, working backwards from mark-schemes and past-papers...
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£37/hr
4.9
Siobhan R
Creative History tutor
***Online lessons only ***Hi my name is Siobhan! I am a dedicated, patient and enthusiastic primary teacher who has 8 years experience in different roles within the primary and secondary education system including supporting children with SEN as well as SATs interventions. I believe all pupils have the capacity to succeed and surpass their goals, if they're given the right support and guidance. It is important that a tutor and student have a good relationship that allows for the pupil to feel confident and reassured enough to admit when they don’t understand or make mistakes in their work. This i...
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