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Enthusiastic, Sensitive and Engaging

300+Lessons completed

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6 years experience

Degree educated

I am a published writer and experienced dyslexia specialist English literature/language tutor based in Northenden, Manchester. Currently, I have a PhD in creative writing from the University of Glasgow. I focus much of my tutoring around creative practice and the enjoyment of reading and writing. In turn, I appreciate a learning space that is relaxed and informal, helping the student find their love for this wonderful and enriching subject. I have experience tutoring 11-18 year olds (KS3, GCSE, AS/ALevel), specifically those who struggle with anxiety and self-confidence. I tutor English Literature, English Language, Media Studies and Film Studies. I also provide mentorship/tutoring to bachelor degree, masters degree or PhD students studying subjects relating to English literature, film studies, media studies, art history, fine art, creative writing and curating. Please feel free to message!

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Creative, qualified, and experienced

450+Lessons completed

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9 years experience

Degree educated

Hi! My name is Paula, and I am British-Chilean. I have a PGCE from which I graduated with a 1st, over 9 years of experience teaching languages, and have been an official examiner for A Levels and GCSEs. When teaching students that are preparing for their exams, I adopt an exam-focused approach, dedicating time to each language skill—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—individually. I incorporate past papers into lessons to build confidence and develop effective exam strategies. I also teach students in primary, as well as adults wishing to start or continue learning a language. For younger learners, my approach is interactive, utilising videos, songs, and games to make learning engaging. For adult learners, depending on your targets, our focus can be anywhere from conversation to career-oriented language, and we would use a variety of media too. I tailor my lessons to each student’s goals and unique learning style, and I believe in making studying fun and motivating. This way, a student can build confidence, improve learning effectiveness, and maximise their potential. My students consistently achieve excellent progress and have fun during our lessons. In our first session, I will assess your current level, determine key targets, and create a tailored program designed to help you achieve your goals.

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Goal-oriented and success guaranteed!

600+Lessons completed

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12 years experience

Degree educated

I am a multilinguist with considerable experience in teaching French and Spanish to a diverse range of students. I have a 100% success rate in terms of my students improving their academic grades. I am extremely passionate about my subject and committed to understanding and engaging with each new student's learning needs. I tailor my individual teaching programmes to ensure each student is able to develop and move confidently towards their goal, whether it be academic or personal. I choose to work with students who are committed to working towards their goal - they don't have to love the subject to begin with, they just have to want to improve, the love comes later, often when they discover how simple it can be and they start to see improvements in their ability and understanding! Among my previous students are Yas, a Spanish GCSE student who went from a predicted D to receiving an A* overall in 14 months, Roderick, who with no prior teaching since his French GCSE 16 months before we began, received an A* at French A Level after 7 months of home-schooling with me and Kendall, a French IB student who went from grade 3/4 to achieving a final grade 6/7 in 20 months - she called me up in Guatemala on results day so I knew it must be good news! Testimonials: "James tutored both my daughters for GCSE Spanish and they both received A*. This was particularly impressive with my eldest daughter who was on a Grade D at the end of Year 10. James accelerated Yasmin's learning rapidly over 6 months in Year 11, and changed her attitude towards Spanish from a boring difficult subject to her favourite! Aside from his in-depth understanding of the curriculum and effective teaching techniques, James is a lovely person with a great sense of humour, and the girls really enjoyed his company. We'd highly recommend James to anyone wanting to improve their grades and language skills." Zaya F - Spanish GCSE "James was simply brilliant in giving my son confidence in his ability to learn languages, which ultimately led to GCSE success. He possesses a magical ability to build self-esteem. Invaluable. Fabulous. Very highly recommended." Donna G – French & Spanish IGCSE "James tutored me in French for just over a year for the international baccalaureate. Marked out of 7, I originally achieved 3-4s in all my examinations. James helped with reading, writing and oral presentations. He helped me to increase my confidence in speaking and also taught me invaluable techniques for verb conjugations. In the end I was able to achieve a 6/7 in my final IB results. Thank you James !" Kendall U - French International Baccalaureate "James was instrumental in getting my son to an A* for his Spanish A Level this year. Over a period of 8 months James worked to improve Omar’s original predicted grade of B, focussing on some core grammar which had been missed by the school and developing his reading, writing and oral skills. James often made himself available at short notice to review and offer feedback on Omar’s practice essays for the literature part of the course. We are delighted with the result and with the high level of professional service that James provides. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend." Mehta F - Spanish A Level “My daughter Chloe was struggling with Spanish during year 11, she failed her mock and was really worried. We found James and he worked steadily with her for the three months leading up to her GCSE. I’m delighted to say she achieved a 6(B)!! Incredible...a fail to a B in only 25 hours tutoring! Thank you James, she couldn’t have done it without you!” Beth W – Spanish GCSE James tutored my daughter for just over a year at French Pre-U. Our aim was to secure a comfortable distinction. James knew the syllabus inside out and ensured no stone had been left unturned in her knowledge and exam technique. We were delighted but not too surprised when the final result came back a D1. We’re thrilled with James, his approach and the care he brings to each session. Such a star. Mikael J – Cambridge Pre U French "James is an amazing teacher. He got my daughter to a B in French GCSE from a predicted D, and my son to a B in Spanish GCSE from a predicted E. This helped my daughter to get to UCL and put the Russell Group within my son's reach. His teaching style is unique. Within minutes of arrival, he had won the respect of both my teenagers. He made himself available at weekends and in the evenings both in person and over Skype. I am so grateful for his help. I highly recommend him." Rachel G - French & Spanish GCSE "James is an outstanding teacher - he taught my son to find his own motivation & the confidence he needed to excel in Spanish. He brings the language to life and creates a self sufficiency in study habits that was wonderful to observe - the GCSE process was made palatable and non daunting ! I would wholly recommend him to anyone looking for a tutor that cares about the child in the most holistic sense and leaves them with the skills to tackle languages independently post their time with him - he was an absolute star !" Shaleen Y - Spanish IGCSE "James is one of the best tutors I have ever met. He is clearly passionate about teaching and has such an engaging and enthusiastic manner. Anyone who is lucky enough to come across James has found a true gem. I cannot recommend him highly enough." Helen S - Spanish GCSE

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Highly patient and understanding.

750+Lessons completed

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15 years experience

Degree educated

I am currently a business lecture at UCB , however, I have experience of teaching primary, secondary, 11 plus and assignment support at HE level. Teaching has always been a passion and I am extremely dedicated to my job role. I enjoy all types of teaching and have taught all ages and in all types of environments. Alongside teaching English, maths, and science, etc, I also like to focus on the child’s holistic development which I believe is pivotal. I also do private tutoring online on one to one basis and group sessions. I like to teach my children through joyful interaction which assists them in reaching their full potential and achieving above and beyond their level of expectations. I have seen dramatic improvements from children who started off with very little or no English-speaking skills at all in becoming the highest achievers, furthermore, receiving recognition and awards in their educational institutions. I am very soft-hearted towards the children I teach, nevertheless, this does not mean that they can get away with not completing their studies. I am extremely flexible and can easily adapt quickly to new situations. You will find me highly empathic towards the children and very understanding, regardless of their age. All people big or small should be treated with the utmost respect. I do my best to dedicate my spare time to supporting charity events, group talks, and teaching children.

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Fun and Enthusiastic Tutor

100+Lessons completed

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2 years experience

Degree educated

I recently graduated from Cambridge with a 2:1 in Natural Sciences and would love to share my passion for learning with others by supporting students to achieve their full potential. During my time as a UCAS tutor, I was able to clearly explain advanced scientific concepts by adjusting my teaching methods to suit the unique learning style of each student and applied my TEFL qualification to support English second language students, all of whom went on to receive offers from Russell Group Universities. Whilst tutoring an 11-year-old boy in Maths, he raised his average grade from a C to an A. Having been elected as the Welfare Officer for the Cambridge University Water Polo Team, I emphasise the importance of mental health and aim to promote the emotional wellbeing of all my students. My pet Labrador Goldie may also make occasional drop-ins in the background of tutoring sessions to provide a little well-needed dopamine. :)

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Friendly and motivating Spanish tutor

300+Lessons completed

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6 years experience

Degree educated

Over the past six years, I have worked as both a private tutor and a schoolteacher, teaching predominantly English and Spanish to students of all ages and abilities both in person and online. My passion for languages began at the age of three, when I emigrated from my native Bulgaria to England, where I promptly learnt English despite having no previous knowledge of the language. Later, I briefly dabbled in French, which I would go on to study in secondary school. It was there that I began studying Spanish, taking to it immediately. Subsequently, I studied Spanish, along with English Literature, at GCSE, achieving A* and A respectively, and later at A-Level, achieving B and A* respectively. Shortly thereafter, I advanced my studies to a higher level at the University of Reading, graduating with a BA (Hons) degree in both subjects in 2019. Knowing from personal experience how challenging learning a language can be (especially given that English grammar is seldom taught in English schools), I aim to facilitate the process for my students by tailoring my tuition to their individual needs; sending notes consistently throughout the lesson; ensuring they are confident in their new-found knowledge before progressing; and offering a wide variety of resources to aid their learning. While many are initially reluctant to try online tuition, preferring the traditional face-to-face method, after just one session, the vast majority come to find that it is the more convenient option, as it is faster and more time- and cost-effective. Personable, passionate and productive, my mission is to make learning both easy and enjoyable.

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Creative and Versatile Literature Tutor

50+Lessons completed

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1 years experience

Degree educated

Hi there, My name is Christian. I’ve recently finished my MA in Comparative Literary Studies, specialising in American literature, Theory and Culture at Goldsmiths University, and am looking to pursue a career in education. I’m passionate about making the humanities engaging and enjoyable, which I feel is something easily achievable through patience, creativity and strong relationships between a student and teacher. Where I thrive is when i'm helping to make literature, philosophy, critical theory, as well as the many tenants of writing effective essays understandable and accessible to a range of students from varying backgrounds and educational requirements. Before my MA program, I completed my BA in English and American Literature at Goldsmiths University London in 2018. While my studies have mainly centred on American literature so far, the flexible nature of my program has enabled me to study a wide breadth of literature as well texts of a different medium from a multitude of cultures and periods. While providing me with a firm grasp of the major cultural, artistic and literary movements, my studies have greatly developed my analytic abilities across a range of different systems of thought. Teaching me to effectively; distil complex information into an accessible format, develop lines of critical reasoning, and construct compelling arguments from independent research. These abilities, when paired with open and clear channels of communication, prove invaluable as a teacher, allowing me to lead students through studies which might initially seem challenging and complicated, to a comprehensive understanding of the subject at hand. In regards to my particular areas of specialism, I have an in-depth understanding of contemporary American fiction and continental philosophy, having written both my undergraduate and graduate thesis’ on the intersections of the two. And concerning my past academic performance, I was awarded an upper second class honours for my undergraduate degree and have recently received a high level merit for my MA program. I've tutored many students one to one over the past year in subjects ranging from English literature and Language to general essay writing, and I'd love to build upon my experience to teach those at a variety of different levels. Counterpart to this, I'm a versatile and effective proof reader, having successfully helped my students draft and edit countless essays. To paint a bit more of a picture about myself; in my free time I organise a series of philosophy reading groups, write creatively, do lots of reading for both research and pleasure, and cycle more than I maybe should.

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Tutoring GCSE/A Level Eng,Math,Sci,Med

200+Lessons completed

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4 years experience

Degree educated

An Imperial College London student with lots of tutoring experience for GCSE, A level and SQA English, Maths, Biology and Chemistry tutoring, as well as tutoring for medical school entrance exams! Spreading my love of knowledge and learning has been one of my greatest passions, and as such I have gained relevant tutoring experience by helping with the teaching of junior school maths classes, as well as teaching students how to develop their perseverance while learning how to play the violin, cello and tackle difficult questions in a wide range of subjects. I would spend the first half of the session explaining difficult concepts they don't understand, then teaching them some useful memorisation techniques, tips and tricks to consolidate their learning. After that, the second half would be used for running through past paper/similar questions. Even though I have personally only sat the Scottish SQA exams, many of the SQA and GCSE/A level specifications overlap, so I would be confident in tutoring students planning to take the English Exams too. I have studied in the UK for over 10 years and am highly familiar too with the medical school entrance exams and interview (ie. BMAT, UKCAT, MMI, panel etc.) I have taught students whom have blossomed under my help - for instance, if a student was starting off unmotivated, then I linked it to their interests/hobbies to help them become more eager towards the prospect of tutoring. Moreover, I have also helped students raise their grades from having an expectation of failing (D/F) to at least an A in their final exam.

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Focussed and enthusistic tutor

350+Lessons completed

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7 years experience

Degree educated

After graduating summa cum laude in Literature in Italy, I spent a year studying at Warwick University as part of the Erasmus Exchange program. I also have a high school diploma in classical studies. In addition to literature, I have a strong passion for cinema and yoga. For the past 5 years, I have been teaching Italian, covering grammar, linguistics, literature, diction, and articulation to students ranging from 8 to 18 years old, as well as to adults who require it for work or personal enrichment. Moreover, I am currently teaching English, including language, literature, grammar, and vocabulary. I thoroughly enjoy teaching, especially when it involves identifying the individual learning needs of my students and creating tailored learning plans to enhance their academic performance based on their goals.

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Experienced tutor and teacher

1050+Lessons completed

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21 years experience

Degree educated

I have 21 years of experience as a teacher and tutor for adults and children. I specialise in English language, literature and literacy but I also teach Maths at primary level. I qualified as a teacher in 2000 and have worked in primary, secondary and further education as well as university and private language schools. I have taught privately as a one-to-one tutor for 21 years for students from as young as age 3 to adults. My Early Years teaching has supported students in phonics, reading, writing and numeracy and includes working with students with SENs. At primary level I have worked with students on literacy and numeracy, particularly in areas such as spelling, grammar, creative writing, reading comprehension and maths. I have extensive experience of SATS preparation and CE exam preparation (in particular for Latymer School) with very successful results. I have also provided support for pupils in KS3 and KS4, working on English language and literature and GCSE preparation for all the major exam boards. At A Level I also tutor in English language and literature. I specialise in working with adults and children who have English as a second language. My approach is friendly, adaptable and all students are fully assessed and evaluated before teaching.

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Focussed and Enthusiastic Tutor

300+Lessons completed

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6 years experience

Degree educated

My first experience teaching was as an assistant language teacher on the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme. I taught for three years in a junior high school and primary schools in Tottori Prefecture and really loved it. I learned a lot about teaching and facilitating language development. Living in Japan was an absolutely amazing cultural experience! When I returned to the UK I taught English privately to Japanese families living in London (children and adults) for a period of about two years. This involved one-to-one work and more focus on the clients' individual targets and ambitions. Some students were studying for daily life, others for school and others for business. Most recently I completed a Primary PGCE through LSBU. Over the course I taught the whole primary curriculum to classes in four different primary schools in London, including a special school. This was a great opportunity to teach new subjects with the guidance of senior school teachers and tutors from university. It is a privilege to work with children and to help them make progress in their learning. I can teach primary students the main curriculum subjects and help prepare them for SATs and 11+/common entrance examinations. I can teach English up to GCSE level. I will adapt my teaching style depending on students' needs, likes and learning styles, tailoring exercises so that they are pitched at the right level. For me, it's really important that learning is enjoyable and interesting. Education has made my life richer and has given me a lot of opportunities. I am still learning myself, regularly taking short courses like creative writing, photography and film making. I love doing my own research and my own projects and will always encourage my students to be independent learners.

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Current MA English Literature student.

250+Lessons completed

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5 years experience

Degree educated

I am currently studying an MA in English literature at the University of Bristol. I attained a strong 2:1 BA in English Literature from the University of the West of England. Throughout my time in education I have assisted with tuition in English Literature. I have volunteered in local schools to assist GCSE children. I also am currently an ESL teacher for Landi English teaching Chinese children from the age range of 5-12. As such, I have years of tuition experience working with a vast range of abilities with children from all around the world. I pride myself on my ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively. Every child learns in a different way and it is my job to tailor my teaching to the exact individual and specific need of the tutee.

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What do English GCSE tutors near me do?

An English GCSE tutor can help with all aspects of the subject, including showing you how to revise best for an English exam and how to write a strong essay for your GCSE English Literature exams and coursework.

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An English GCSE tutor works directly with families to figure out a student's areas of weakness and work out a plan to improve on these. It's fantastic for students to work 1-1 with an expert in English Literature. They can ask questions, learn new vocabulary and develop their analysis of prose and poetry.

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English Literature is a crucial subject for developing students' verbal and written communication skills. Students are expected to be able to discuss and write about the texts they are studying. The English GCSE specifications require students to study and be able to analyse prose texts, poetry and drama texts that include Shakespeare.

English GCSE Tutors can help students to develop their evaluation skills and go through texts slowly and more in depth than there is time for in the school classroom. Whether your child is struggling with the poetry anthology or needs more help to identify literary techniques in prose, a private tutor can focus their attention on areas of weakness.

Many students need an online English tutor at GCSE level to help them all the way through to their exams. This means, we recommend finding your top-quality GCSE English tutors at least three months before the big day so you can achieve at least two grades above your current grade level.

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Ritika was an amazing tutor and really helped me with my English GCSE. She helped me increase my grade from a C to an A. She worked with me on my weaker points, using past papers and other material which helped me massively.

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Brilliant English teacher, the amount of knowledge Bill has on the GCSE texts is amazing. Would recommend to anyone sitting the English Lit GCSE!

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