Edward

An experienced and widely studied teacher of Humanities - with particular strength in the Performing Arts, History, Philosophy, RE and English. Very active imagination and higher-thinking skills, innovative and creative. A relaxed, friendly and flexible 38-year-old with excellent communication skills.

Firm believer in Dr. Howard Gardner’s theory of Multiple Intelligences, which encourages the understanding that each person has their own unique learning style. Always keen to explore new ways of reaching every student. Online learning can be combined with in person tuition, the approach being tailored to the needs of the learner. Lessons are always planned with as many varied approaches to a subject as possible (words, sounds, music, pictures, video, personal experience, discussions, etc.) in order to make the concepts accessible to all.

In all ways, curriculum should be geared towards creating a thirst for knowledge in life-long learners. Rather than teaching to the test.

Availability: Broadly available and flexible in order to suit your needs. Weekdays are preferred but weekends can be arranged by mutual agreement.

Willing to travel: 20 miles

Experience: Ten years direct teaching experience across multiple sectors. Recent work in secondary schools as a teacher of English, RE, Philosophy and History. Also taught Drama & Performance to Higher Education and Btec college level students. Professional actor, with an MA in Acting from the Birmingham School of Acting. Completed my PGDE at the University of Edinburgh, specialising in Religious & Philosophical Education at secondary level, with a BA (Hons) from Exeter University in Theology and Philosophy. Worked as a Department Head of Drama and Dance in New Zealand for several years.