Jo

I am a qualified English secondary teacher, working in secondary schools for over ten years and currently working in a high performing local grammar school. I have a Masters degree in English Literature, providing me with excellent subject knowledge. I am able to teach English Language and Literature, and I also have experience of teaching Film and Media Studies. Furthermore, I am a specialist in delivering the Extended Project Qualification at A Level.

My teaching experience covers all age groups, including A level. In addition to classroom teaching, I have successfully tutored several students individually, from primary level to A Level. I have achieved excellent results with these students, helping many not just achieve their target grade, but in many cases surpass it.

I am very calm and patient, and I focus on making sure that my lessons are adapted to the needs of the student, supporting him/her whilst also ensuring that he/she is being encouraged to achieve the very best results. I use scaffolding techniques to support learners who struggle with tasks, and have experience teaching learners with SEN. Furthermore, I also use techniques to ensure my lessons are challenging, and I can help students develop and extend their work to reach higher grades. For example, I use model answers and extended questioning. Every lesson is clearly planned and structured to ensure that students are engaged and key learning outcomes are met. I am also keen to use areas of particular interest to the student in my lessons in order to engage him/her further, and help unlock an enjoyment of English.

Willing to travel: 5 miles

Experience: Fully qualified in secondary English teaching
13 years secondary classroom teaching in English and Media Studies
15 years providing one to one tutoring for students both online and face to face in KS2, KS3, GCSE and A Level
I have experience tutoring in all the major examination boards

DBS Check: Yes