Andrew

I currently work as a private tutor teaching mainly Physics (A-level, GCSE, IB) and Maths (A-level, GCSE, IB), but I have also taught Science (GCSE, KS3) and Chemistry (GCSE). I`m also at the very end of my PhD in Electrical Engineering with Loughborough University, and graduated with an MPhys (Hons) in Physics with Theoretical Physics from the University of Manchester (amongst the highest ranked physics departments in the world). My research is in computational physics and engineering.

Besides my academics, I am a well-rounded individual having held various positions in mentoring, coaching, and leadership over the years. To name a few examples, I`ve mentored younger PhD students, been a volunteer teacher at a Code Club for primary school children, and coached basketball for mens and kids teams (as a qualified basketball coach), to name a few.

My tutoring style is predicated on a strong ability to break down complex topics, which I have honed over many years of academic study. However, over my experience as a tutor I`ve learned that inter-personal skills are just as important as the technical knowledge, sometimes even more so. I understand that effective communication is paramount, meaning well-structured sessions and a balance of teaching and practice exercises, in order for students to be able to follow along and develop confidence.

In my free time I enjoy playing basketball, running, and cooking. One fun fact about me is that I played in the under-10 national junior chess championships, although that was my peak and I only play for fun now!

Availability: Please contact me for my availability.

Willing to travel: 15 miles

Experience: # Teaching experience

- Private tutor teaching mainly Physics (A-level, GCSE, IB) and Maths (A-level, GCSE, IB) but also Science subjects, with 1.5 years of experience (both in-person and online).
- Cambridge Tutoring Ltd., National Learning Group.
- Superprof
- Volunteer tutor at Action Tutoring, teaching Maths (GCSE) online.
- Mentoring younger PhD students whilst doing my PhD (3 years).
- Code Club Teaching assistant at a primary school in Manchester (1 year, 2015).

# Academics

- PhD (pending thesis corrections), Electrical, Electronic, and Systems Engineering, Loughborough University, 2024.
- MPhys Physics with Theoretical Physics, 2.1, University of Manchester, 2017.
- A-levels : A*AA (Maths, Physics, Geography)
- GCSEs : 7 A*, 4 A
- British Physics Olympiad - A2 Challenge 2013 - Merit

DBS Check: Yes