Oliver

As a senior examiner for AQA and WJEC/Eduqas, along with a wealth of experience of teaching geography, I have an excellent understanding of what`s expected of students.

I have marked GCSE and A level exams (AQA, WJEC, Eduqas) for 7 years and I have been a team leader for an AQA exam for the last 3 years. I have also been a team leader for GCSE Geography.

I graduated from the University of Durham with a 2.1 in Geography. I enjoy the interdisciplinary nature of Geography, having studied modules such as Hazard and Risk whilst still specialising in Human Geography in my last two years. I completed my PGCE in Secondary Geography at the University of Leicester. I recently achieved a Masters with distinction in International Development at the University of Sheffield.

I have been tutoring for 7 years and I relish the one to one approach to ensure I can thoroughly monitor a student`s progress either face to face or online and tailor my practice to that individual. One year, one of my tutees requested tutoring after getting an E in AS Geography but managed to get an A in their second year.

Willing to travel: 30 miles

Experience: Having taught geography in both a secondary school and a further education college, I have a very good understanding of the strategies that work for a variety of students. Throughout this time, I have taught both GCSE and A Level Geography and A Level World Development.

Marking a range of AS/A2 papers, focusing on topics such as fieldwork skills, has given me an excellent understanding of what is expected of students. Additionally, I am a team leader for an A2 exam after being strongly recommended by my team leader for my accurate assessments of students` exams and detailed feedback. As a team leader, I have moderated other examiners` marking and seen a range of answers.

Exams, that I have marked:

A Level Geography

AQA Unit 1 Physical and Human Geography
AQA Unit 2 Geographical Skills
WJEC G2 Changing Human Environments
AQA Unit 2 Human Geography
WJEC Unit 2 Changing Places
Eduqas Component 1 Changing Landscapes and Changing Places
AQA Unit 4B Geographical Issue Evaluation
WJEC Unit 4 Sustainability

GCSE Geography

AQA Unit 3 Geographical Applications


I offer an individualized and personable approach, supported with a range of teaching resources. From my experiences of teaching, I can adapt to meet the learner`s needs to make sure the learner makes rapid progress. I just specialise in geography, which I think is to the benefit of my students.

As an examiner, I know how to decode exam questions and command words. I provide learners with simple methods to ensure they maximise the limited time given.

The exam period is a stressful time and I ensure students become confident and relaxed by providing encouraging and stimulating lessons.

I can offer other tutoring services such as producing revision materials such as podcasts. I can also mark students` work and given written feedback at a different rate.

I have a cancellation policy that any lesson missed or cancelled inside 24hrs is charged. I realise there maybe occasional circumstances when a lesson is missed or cancelled for unavoidable reasons and I will apply common sense.

DBS Check: Yes

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