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Thomas
My Qualifications
Birkbeck, University of London
MRes Earth Science Research
Passed with Merit (2006)
Birkbeck, University of London
Advanced Certificate (PG) in Structural Geology
Merit (2004)
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Information about Thomas
My academic specialisms are in palaeontology and structural geology and I`m currently an associate lecturer in Earth Science and Evolutionary Biology at the Open University. I`m also in the process of writing up a PhD on the tectonics and palaeontology of central Greece at Birkbeck College (University of London).
I love teaching and have extensive experience of tutoring in-person and online.
My core approach:
Is friendly and student-centred, empowering students to succeed in their studies with support and guidance every step of the way.
Focuses on developing a real grasp of the key concepts central to the course of study, including homework support and ample practice to refine exam technique.
Provides a safe and supportive atmosphere where no question is too daft and the focus is constantly on the journey towards achieving the best possible results in exams and coursework.
I have a wide range of resources which can be used as informal between-session homeworks or simply provided for enrichment beyond those provided at school.
Availability: I have general availability in the evening and at weekends.
I`m available for in-person tutoring in North London (Finsbury Park, Highgate, Muswell Hill, Hampstead, Wood Green, Enfield, Stoke Newington).
Online tutoring is available wherever you are!
Willing to travel: 5 miles
Experience: I`m a local tutor of science and geography with 13 years of experience.
Subjects I can help with:
GCSE Combined Science
GCSE Biology
GCSE Chemistry
GCSE Physics
GCSE Geography
A level Biology
A level Chemistry
A level Geography
I started tutoring in 2009 and have been an associate lecturer in Earth Sciences with the Open University since 2014. I love all science and am passionate about supporting learners of all ages and abilities to achieve their best, while hopefully finding a bit of the magic in the subject along the way!
My approach is student centred, encouraging students to take responsibility for determining what support they need (with guidance for the unsure!) and building up confidence over time, filling in gaps as we go. Towards exam time of course the work focuses closely on syllabus knowledge and ample practice to refine exam technique.
I find the most common challenge students face is engaging effectively with courses as taught at school. This may come down to a number of factors, ranging from class dynamics, absence due to illness/anxiety, or classroom teaching that may not fully meet the students needs. Therefore my main focus is on enabling students to do the work, and feel confident about their abilities. My sessions provide a safe and supportive atmosphere where no question is too daft and the focus is constantly on the path of learning towards the best results. I enjoy the subjects I tutor and I encourage my students to feel the same!
DBS Check: Yes
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Feedback For Thomas (2)
Lucy (Mrs)
30/01/2024
Thomas is very professional and also warm and empathetic which makes him a perfect tutor. He explains things clearly and simply and never gives up til he`s sure that my daughter has fully understood a concept.
Georgina (Miss)
14/12/2023
Highly recommended tutor, very knowledgeable and helpful!