Zara

I hold a Ph.D in medical biochemistry and PCGHE (post-graduate) teaching qualification from the University of Kent. I have six years teaching experience at University level (University of Bristol and University of Kent) and six years experience working as a tutor.

Having working as a research scientist for many years, I have both a theoretical and practical understanding of the sciences - this perspective is something my students find invaluable, as it helps them understand how science in the textbook links to everyday life and technological advances.

I teach AQA, OCR A OCR B and Edexcel SNAB exam boards, and have a bank of past exam question papers that I go through with the student at the end of each topic. I am an examiner with AQA, and it the past have worked as an examiner with Edexcel. This experience has given me a chance to delve deeper into the exam marking system. I will give you exam-board specific tips on how best to phrase your answer to match the mark scheme requirements.

I come across as a friendly and motivated teacher. Tutoring takes place in a relaxed but goal-oriented atmosphere. I strongly believe that negative barriers with studies can be turned into positive outcomes with correct guidance and motivation. Many of my past students have gone on to achieve top marks in GCSE and A-levels, and pursued successful careers.

I specialise in one-to-one private tuition in Chemistry and Biology for students at A-level and University. I also tutor Biology and Biochemistry up to University level (including A-level), and Chemistry up to first year University level.

I tutor from the Clifton area. I can teach online.


Cancellation Policy: I operate a strict 48 h no-refund cancellation policy once lessons are booked - this ensures that I don`t have empty slots when there are other students on the waiting list.Please clarify cancellation policy if unsure, before purchasing my details via this site. I reserve the right to cancel lessons in the rare instances when I feel I am not the right match for the tutee, or due to non-attendance, lateness or disruptive behaviour.

Availability: Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends

Willing to travel: Home Only

Experience: 6 years teaching at University of Kent and University of Bristol
8 years as a private tutor