Raphael

Hello! My name is Raphael and I`m an experienced Science Tutor Currently working in Solar Panel research. I graduated with a First Class BSc in Chemistry in 2020 and I know how daunting passing exams and getting to grips with the rules (and more often, the exceptions) of science can be. However, I believe in the right environment learning science can be rewarding, engaging and accessible to everyone - whatever personal goals you might have.

My approach to tutoring is to break things down to the most fundamental aspects, drawing from tangible examples and using our mind`s incredible ability for visualising. I typically work exclusively from whatever syllabus you fall under (eg AQA and OCR) to try to give you a solid ability to tackle exam questions while also connecting dots sometimes missed in formal teaching to bring things together. I really enjoy teaching students who ask questions and I try to create an environment where learning happens through conversation and practice rather than lecturing.

I have experience teaching Biology, Chemistry and Physics at GCSE-Level and Chemistry at A-Level. I`m available for house visits, online teaching or hosting lessons in my home evenings and weekends. If you feel like you could benefit from my tutoring please get in touch!

Willing to travel: 5 miles

Experience: Professional Profile

University of York 2016-2020: First Class in BSc Chemistry
University of Surrey 2021-2022: Thermoelectric Nanomaterials Research
Oxford PV 2022 - present: Solar Panel Research Technician

Tutoring Experience

- OCR and AQA GCSE biology, chemistry and physics
- AQA A-Level Chemistry (I have also informally taught Biology and Physics at A-Level)
- Electronics and electrical engineering tutoring
- Workshops for first year university students in Chemistry
- Exam technique
- Science communication and presentation technique