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English IGCSE/GCSE/ Verbal Reasoning/ Poetry/ Creative Writing
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I can aid students from preschool to IGCSE/GCSE level in English, Verbal Reasoning, and essay writing. Having achieved an A* in both English Language and English literature, I am passionate about teaching children how to love the subject and excel in their examinations. I have tutored English in the past to both preschool and IGCSE pupils, offering a dynamic and interactive teaching style that helps nurture a child's love for English and creative writing. I have access to the poetry pamphlet taught in most schools for IGCSE, but can access whatever syllabus is needed for a specific exam. I also have created several worksheets for students who are learning English as their second language. Having studied French, German, and Latin at school, I am aware of the etymology of many words which will allow students to connect meanings across their language to understand the literature fully. In my free time, I write poetry and novels and can share many teachings I learnt on a creative writing course I undertook in 2016.
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  • Around Croydon, United Kingdom
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About Me
I am a confident, bubbly teacher who allows children to be themselves and encourages them to ask questions. I can offer a series of teaching methods depending on the child's learning style, such as visual aids, workbook exercises, and audio teachings which they can listen to whenever they want.
Education
IGCSE English Language - A*
IGCSE English Literature - A*
A Level Classical Civilisation - A
A Level Politics - A
A Level Philosophy and Ethics - A
Ancient History BA Degree - First Class
Experience / Qualifications
I have tutored children in the past who are learning English as their second language.
I have worked at a nursery teaching basic English skills to the children.
I have completed a creative writing workshop in 2016.
At University, I wrote for the student magazine, newspaper, and hosted a radio show.
I have written two poetry anthologies which I am looking to get published.
Age
Infants (0-3 years old)
Preschool children (4-6 years old)
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
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30 minutes
45 minutes
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English
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English as a second language (esl)
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New York
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