Find an expert Maths tutor in Dumfries

Experienced and encouraging Maths Tutor

I am an MSc Astrophysics graduate from the University of St Andrews. I have postgraduate research experience at the Institute of Astronomy, University of Cambridge, and my work has specialised in star and planet formation, as well as galaxy evolution.I have extensive experience in teaching and tutoring at primary, secondary and tertiary level, including teaching the entire Scottish science Higher curriculum to home-schooled children. I have also worked with hearing impaired and dyslexic students. I am fun, personable, engaging and empathetic and love learning how my clients work to help them understand...

Experienced Maths tutor

My name is Hannah, I live in Scotland and I’ve been tutoring for 8 years.I have worked with young people from primary school right through to university level on Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and I’ve even had some experience tutoring Music! I’ve worked one to one and in small groups, both online and in person.I also have extensive experience in working with young people with additional support needs, particularly ASD and ADHDI’m a qualified teacher with 2 years of classroom experience.I have an inquiry based approach to teaching. I don’t want to give students all the answers, I want to e...

Friendly experienced Nat5/Higher/AH tutor Maths Maths

I have graduated many years ago from Strathclyde with Maths related degree and then went on to complete part of a PGDE in Maths at secondary schools. During this time I worked along side teachers and children gaining experience. I have done 1 on 1 tutoring with a lot of kids all at different levels ranging from Primary through to exam level , Nationals and Highers. After booking a lesson I like to get to know what my students strengths and weaknesses areand building my lesson plans around these needs. Highlighting any problems and overcome them. I like to issue homeworkto build on key points made...

Supportive Maths tutor

Hello!I'm Alice. I'm currently studying Medicine at Newcastle and it took me a very long time to figure out how to study in a way that best suited me. If you're thinking about applying for Medicine- I can help with UCAT preparation as well as anything else. I have experience tutoring for 11+ Biology is my favourite and best taught subject however within my previous degree I also did some Maths and Chemistry. Some exam boards might be different from what I have done but the basic concepts remain the same and I can find out how different exam boards specialise and adapt my lessons accordingly. I...

Knowledgeable and supportive Maths tutor

Hi there ! I’m Polina, a mathematics tutor.I have completed undergraduate mathematics degree from University of Edinburgh with 2:1, and a masters in Education with distinction from Northumbria University. In particular, I have written my master’s dissertation on mathematics anxiety - that feeling a lot of students get when they think “they are just not good at maths” and when they struggle to even approach mathematical problems. With practice and guidance that issue can be overcome, and I always am aiming to improve my students’ confidence in relation to mathematics. I have also been tutoring ...

Adaptable Maths tutor

Hi, I'm Luc, and I'm currently in my fourth year of Medicine at the University of Glasgow. As someone who has had the experience of both being tutored myself and tutoring before, I know the hurdles and challenges only too well. Everyone learns differently, and with that sentiment at the helm, my tutoring style offers adaptability in multiple facets; from over-the-shoulder supervision to independent feedback, from worked examples to concurrent marking sessions.I have previously led workshops and study sessions for younger students during high school as STEM Captain, and have gained further experience...

Enthusiastic Maths tutor

Having completed A level Physics Maths and Chemistry and being an avid musician, I have experience in tackling a variety of subjects within these fields. My ethos with tutoring is to work alongside my students,understanding each of their unique needs and tailoring their lesson to be as productive as possible.When studying for my own GCSEs, I witnessed many of my peers struggling to comprehend some of the abstract concepts being taught. Consequently, I began to lead a revision group for several of my subjects; sharing my own knowledge and methods with my peers. These sessions showed to me how fulfilling...

Professional Maths tutor

I have a patient and supportive teaching style and do my best to see the world through the eyes of my students.I've been tutoring since early 2021 with a variety of students, from early years through GCSE and A Level, both online and in person.I've been blessed with good lessons and good results which has encouraged me to grow my business. Tutoring is a very satisfying job, especially when you see your pupils improve over time and become more confident.I've always loved technical subjects like maths and physics and had the privilege of studying electronic engineering after leaving school.I enjoyed...

Experienced Maths tutor

Hi there, I'm a university maths lecturer with 6 years experience teaching a variety of students with different backgrounds in mathematics. Since childhood I've been passionate about numbers and geometry, mostly because of the great teachers that taught and inspired me. I want to pass on this same enthusiasm to the next generation of mathematicians.I obtained my BSc in Mathematical Sciences in 2010. In my final year, I was a tutor for drop-in sessions for first year students. I then studied for my doctorate in Mathematics, graduating in 2015. During this time, I led tutorials in analysis for undergraduate...