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£40/hr
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Eleanor C
Inspiring English Literature Teacher
I am an experienced teacher of English Language and Literature with Qualified Teacher Status and a PGCE in English from the University of East Anglia. I teach Key Stage Three and GCSE levels, covering various exam boards including AQA, OCR, Edexcel, and IGCSE (CIE and Pearson). My experience includes teaching in both Comprehensive and Grammar Schools, where I've worked with students across a wide range of abilities.In my sessions, I employ a student-led approach that focuses on the four key elements of an English education: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. I believe that regular practice...
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£54/hr
5.0
Michelle H
Experienced English Literature Tutor
Does your child need to build their confidence with English? Perhaps they need help with tackling exam questions or planning essays? If so, I have the experience and expertise to share reliable, trusted methods to help your son or daughter achieve their very best. After 30 years of teaching English in a variety of contexts (including grammar, comprehensive and private schools) I am able to adapt my teaching style to offer a personalised, carefully tailored approach to match your child's needs as well as their individual style of learning.Moreover, as a certified AST (Advanced Skills Teacher) of...
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£79/hr
5.0
Michelle P
In need of Easter revision? Message me. English Literature English
Hi. My name is Michelle and I'm a freelance writer and online English tutor. I also work casually as a Cover Supervisor, providing emergency teacher cover in high schools all over Chester and the surrounding area. I graduated in 2018, as a mature student, with a first-class English Literature degree and am available for hire as a private English tutor and mentor. I have lots of experience preparing students for 7+, 11+, GCSE, A Level, IELTS and all common entrance English exams.As the parent of two children myself (ages twelve and sixteen), I understand first-hand how difficult it can be trying...
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£47/hr
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Cerise S
Experienced GCSE Home Economics & English Literature Tutor
I am a postgraduate in International Law and Politics and an experienced English tutor who has supported more than 30 students through GCSE.I teach GCSE English on the AQA exam board, and support structured written answers in the social sciences, including assessing sources, carrying out research and creating experiments. My lessons focus on realistic, robust exam strategies, with time to ask the questions that students may not have had the opportunity to raise in class. We identify weaker areas, practise them directly and build methods that students can use independently in exams.Reading is central...
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£40/hr
5.0
Jess H
Encouraging English Literature Tutor
Hello!I am an English language / literature tutor who recognises how important the subject is for building skills for later life, and not only will I push the student to achieve their highest potential, but also help to build the permanent skills of analysis and critical thinking.I am a first class honours university graduate of English highly passionate about providing the encouragement and support needed for the subject. I hope that students will enjoy my lessons just as much as I enjoy making them!I will encourage students to be interactive in my lessons, as memory and skills are built through...
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£20/hr
5.0
Emma W
Supportive English Literature tutor
Hi, my name is Emma, and I'm excited to help you achieve your goals in English, Creative Writing, and Sociology! I have been teaching at A Level and Degree level online since 2016, as well as running seminars and marking undergraduate work for The University of Nottingham and De Montfort University. I have a Diploma in post-16 education (DET), as well as 16 years experience providing 1:1 student support as an academic mentor and support worker at University level. In addition, I attend regular training with the exam board AQA, and have worked as an exam invigilator at college and University....
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