Ben

I have a First Class BA (English Literature) from Durham University. During my time at the department, which was this year ranked top in the country, I explored subjects including Old English, Shakespeare, Victorian fiction and American poetry, and completed a First Class dissertation in contemporary nature writing.

I have taken a creative writing course with London`s Faber Academy, and have had my writing published in such places as The London Magazine, The Scholar and the Guardian online.

I believe that students of all ages and abilities should be encouraged to stretch themselves, to engage creatively with their subject, and to find ways to enjoy the learning experience. I hope to engender the same enthusiasm I feel for my subject in all those I teach.

Availability: - Weekdays (daytime and early evening)

- Weekends (daytime and evenings)

Willing to travel: 10 miles

Experience: - Tutoring GCSE and A-Level English Literature and English Language students on a one-one or two-one basis. (2008-present)

- Teaching English language to young Ethiopians (aged 14-19) in schools in the country, as part of a placement with Link Ethiopia. (2010)

- Delivering training in secondary schools, colleges and special educational needs schools as part of my work with the English Secondary Students` Association. (2008-9)