James (Tutor)

 English (primary, ks3, gcse, degree, adult-learner, a-level)

 History (gcse, a-level)

 IELTS (primary, ks3, gcse, degree, adult-learner, a-level)

 Philosophy (gcse, degree, adult-learner, a-level)

 Presentation (consultant)

 Religiousstudies (primary, ks3, gcse, degree, adult-learner, a-level)

I am a Cambridge graduate with a high 2.1 in Philosophy and English.

I have nearly 7 years experience in total of one to one and classroom based teaching. Although I have taught a wide range of subjects my focus has been on English Language and Literature and Philosophy, from KS3 to degree level. I also have extensive experience teaching English as a foreign language to business professionals and classes of lower / upper intermediate learners.

Key to my approach is the idea that every pupil is different. Always referring closely to the relevant syllabus and mark schemes, I create a bespoke approach depending on the needs of the particular pupil.

I start with the premise that all pupils have very high potential - it is my task to arrive at a teaching solution to best realise that potential. In my experience pupils that struggle usually do so because they are not being taught in the right way. This is in no way a reflection on their inherent ability.

I have personally benefited from the Oxbridge tutorial method, having been supervised by some of the leading academics in the world in my specialist fields. As such I have a combination of subject knowledge and teaching acumen that is very specialized indeed.

I always set tangible goals and time frames for achieving them. I also encourage regular feedback as I feel that the tutoring process works best when it is a two way one.

I have some experience dealing with pupils with motivational and/ or behavioral difficulties. Central to resolving such issues is building confidence and I have several tried and tested techniques for overcoming such challenges.

Availability: I am available weekdays from 10am to 8pm
I am available weekends from 10am to 8pm (Sundays) and 2pm to 8pm (Saturdays)

Willing to travel: 10 miles

Experience: I have nearly 7 years experience in total of one to one and classroom based teaching. Although I have taught a wide range of subjects my focus has been on English Language and Literature and Philosophy, from KS3 to degree level. I also have extensive experience teaching English as a foreign language to business professionals and classes of lower / upper intermediate learners.
I also specialise in assisting pupils with University / Oxbridge entrance, including interview and personal statement preparation.
Excellent references available on request.

Qualifications: Degree

University of Cambridge (BA hons) - 2.1 (English / Philosophy)
University of Cambridge MA (Philosophy)

A Levels

Religious Studies (A)
History (A)
English Language and Literature (A)
English Literature - Special paper (1st)
Philosophy - Special paper (1st)

GCSE

English Literature (A )
English Language (A )
History (A )
Religious Studies (A )
Art (A)
Chemistry (A)
Biology (A)
German (B)
Mathematics (B)

EFL (English as a foreign language)

CERT TESOL - distinction

CRB Check: Yes

Has References: Yes

Will Tutor Online: Yes

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