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£62/hr
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Genevieve E
Biology tutor - former teacher & Head of Biology
*I have some availability for AQA A Biology Level revision sessions before the upcoming exams - if my availability here doesn’t match yours, please get in touch and I'll try to fit you in!Experienced Biology Tutor | Former Teacher and Head of BiologyHello, I’m a former Biology teacher and Head of Biology who really enjoys helping students understand, enjoy and succeed at Biology. Biology can feel overwhelming, but my clear explanations, real world examples and interactive methods will help students break down complex concepts into clear, manageable parts, making learning engaging and accessible. I o...
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£44/hr
5.0
Candaice C
Engaging, patient and friendly Biology tutor
Hi, my name is Candaice (pronounced as 'can-deese') and I graduated with a Masters of Science (MSci) in Mathematical Biology at University of Dundee. I have 3 years of tutoring experience and 1 year of SEND focused tutoring. I first fell in love with maths during my Scottish Highers (AS/A-level equivalent) when I was introduced to the application of calculus and algebra to scientific processes. Despite the interesting knowledge gained from this, I believe it is pivotal to provide a strong base knowledge of maths and biology before entering in higher levels, such as Highers/A-levels and uni.From...
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£31/hr
5.0
Vithusini N
Experienced and Passionate Biology Tutor
I am a graduate Chemist.I have 13 years of tutoring experience.Throughout my 13-yearsas a tutor, I have consistently demonstrated a profound passion for teaching, enabling me to impart knowledge effectively to students of various academic levels.My approach involves using different methodologies such as PowerPoint presentations, visual aids, and concise notes to explain the concept.Furthermore, I prioritize the assessment of students' understanding through practice questions, ensuring that they understand theconcepts thoroughly. I am very much confident with using Zoom, Skype and lesson space as...
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£31/hr
5.0
Ifrah I
Ambitious Biology tutor
I am a medical doctor (MBBS, MRCP part 1) with a Medicine degree and two years of clinical experience working in Acute and General Medicine. Alongside my medical career, I have a strong passion for teaching, which I discovered while mentoring medical students during their clinical placements in the General Medicine ward. This experience inspired me to further pursue teaching as a fulfilling and rewarding career.I bring over six years of diverse teaching experience, including both in-person and online sessions, across a range of subjects such as Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical...
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£57/hr
5.0
Leonora V
Biology Experienced STEM teacher and tutor
2023- Supporting remote learning students at GCSE and A level to attain A and A* grades in their formal school assessments, and their final GCSE and GCE grades. 2022.- Supporting home-schooling students with the core STEM curriculum. 2021- remote teaching of Chemistry and Physics A level to international students in the process of applying for a STEM degree at a UK university and resources to help them provide an effective environment for their home learners.2020- Advanced teaching and learning skills2018- 1 grade above best school's prediction for 85% tutees (1000 lessons taught, 400 online lessons...
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£93/hr
5.0
Jessica P
Biology Highly experienced, friendly tutor
Not only am I a supportive and encouraging teacher, with many years of experience as a qualified teacher but I also work for the Department for Education as an Education Consultant which means that my lessons are highly effective. I have prepared fast track courses to support students from the age of 5 right through to masters university level.I am fortunate enough to be an Examiner of KS2, GCSE and A-Level providing me with detailed insight into a range of exam boards as well as working on university-based assessment panels.I have enjoyed many years of work as a private tutor on a 1:1/small group...
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