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Adobe Premiere, Maths, Media Studies, Elementary Maths, General Science, Grammar, Government and Politics, Photography, and Statistics lessons in Wembley, UK.
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With 8 years experience in tutoring and mentoring, I’m able to teach a number of subjects and different levels based on the English National Curriculum. At key stage 1, I’m able to teach any subject. At key stage 2, I can teach every subject. At key stage 3, I can teach English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, History, French and Arabic. At GCSE, I can teach English Literature, English Language, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, History, French, Arabic, Government and Politics, Business Studies, Sociology, Psychology and Law. At A Levels, I can teach English Literature, English Language, Psychology, Sociology, Government and Politics, History and Law. At university undergraduate degree, I can teach Law.
With over 30 years of classroom, strategic, managerial, examination and assessment experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to tutoring your child/you. Tutoring is all about focusing the student on exactly what the question/task demands and demystifying the process, opening up possibilities and developing intellectual curiosity.
In my most recent school, one class had a value added score of +2.07. Across the entire GCSE cohort, 87% G9-G4 achieved, from a predicted 54%.
Before we start the tutoring, I carry out an audit of what knowledge and understanding of content there is, plus learning about the obstacles you face, what perceptions hold you back and finding out what kind of learner you are.
I will listen really carefully to what you need and will offer a plan to help you progress and move forward. Similarly, if I can't help, I will inform you of this too. It's really important that we get on.
Every student/learner is different; every backstory is unique. Many students have barriers; sometimes reassurance and pointing in the right direction will suffice.
Some years ago, I tutored a student on a Saturday morning. He was a bright and a very able science/maths learner (straight As at GCSE) yet could not handle English or Literature and this was clearly holding him back (both his own self-esteem and his grades). It took a few weeks to instill a new way of apporaching the texts/writing, but once we applied a 'scientific approach' to analysis, it completely revolutinised his way of working. (He moved from a D to an A in four months of being with me, by the way!)
That was not a one-off. My recent tutoring has enabled me to accelerate learners way beyond what they thought they were capable of. Tutees are at the centre of the experince and it is all focused on them. I have an excellent interpersonal style, which is firm and fair, with a strong sense of agenda and coverage. We will go over things, revisiting to reinforce previous learning and to create the space where the tutee feels more independent and able to move forward without support. When a tutee says "I think I'm good from here!" I take that as a moment of great success!
Whether it's GCSE, A Level, BTEC or degree level, I will commit to working with you to make great progress.
/ Diwakar B.
Film Studies, Filmmaking, Cinematography, Film Production, Directing and Screenplay, Screenwriting, Media Studies, Photography, Marketing, and Stock Market Education lessons in Aldershot, UK.
I am a dedicated and experienced tutor with a strong academic background in Macroeconomics, Media Studies, and Political Science. I recently graduated with a triple major in Economics, Media Studies, and Political Science and am currently pursuing an MSc in Politics and Communication at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), ranked among the top institutions globally for media and social sciences.
Throughout my academic journey, I have consistently excelled in these subjects, achieving A and A+ grades in media and marketing communications courses while honing my expertise in economics and political science. My diverse academic training equips me to provide students with in-depth knowledge and a multidisciplinary approach to learning.
I also bring hands-on experience in teaching and mentoring. As the Media Director of my undergraduate campus media house, I guided students in developing creative and analytical skills. Additionally, my professional experience, which includes working on media campaigns, political communication strategies, and research projects, allows me to offer real-world perspectives that enrich the learning experience.
I believe in fostering an interactive and engaging environment that encourages critical thinking and makes complex concepts accessible. My approach is adaptable to each student’s unique learning needs, ensuring they not only achieve academic success but also develop a deeper interest in the subjects.
With my strong foundation and passion for education, I am eager to contribute to your team and help students excel in their academic pursuits.
contact me through email and we can schedule a demo class
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I am a highly skilled Secondary School teacher of English and Head of Media Studies, with 15 years' experience teaching at Key Stage 3, 4, GCSE and A Level in both English Literature, English Language and A Level Media Studies. I've had the joy of seeing my students go on to study both subjects at university, keep in touch and even send me their university essays and degree dissertations as proof of their continued enthusiasm for both English and Media Studies.
Having taught first for five years in Swakeley's School, an excellent comprehensive school in Hillingdon, and then spent the last 10 years teaching at the excellent St Mary's School for Girls in Gerrards Cross, I have gathered a huge amount of experience teaching both large and small groups, and, particularly at A Level, tutoring small groups of between 2-8 students.
I love communicating my passion for reading, for literature, for fluent and accurate written communication and for the power of words and other media to inform, educate and entertain us, and watching young people appreciate that power and want to emulate it themselves.
Recently I have enjoyed teaching and tutoring online via Teams and Zoom, building up a whole host of new skills and finding the joy of enabling young people to learn just as (or even more) effectively from home as they have done in a school environment. The power of one-to-one teaching should not be underestimated - a huge amount can be achieved with this close attention to the needs of an individual.
Employment history
Lecturer in Education- Havering College of Further and Higher Education (January 2005 – present)
Full-time teacher training on the following programmes: PCE/PGCE, PGCEHE, BA in Education Studies, BA in Education and Professional Studies and MA in Critical Studies and Education.
Main roles include:
· Identifying needs –carrying out initial assessments, agreeing individual learning plans.
· Planning learning – preparing schemes of work, session plans and teaching and learning materials to ensure the requirements of the syllabus are covered,
· Facilitating learning - using a variety of teaching and learning approaches.
· Assessing learning – checking learners have gained the necessary skills and knowledge and giving feedback to learners
· Supporting learners via tutorials and individual support
· Observing teaching practice
· Designing staff continuing professional development sessions
30 years teaching experience in diverse subjects in secondary education, FE and HE at different levels including:
· Functional Skills English and Maths Levels 1 and 2, GCSE English Language and Literature, BTEC Media Levels 1 to 3, A Level Media, and C&G 779 in Media,
· BA in Journalism, BSc in Media Technology, MA in Radio Production, BA in Education Studies, BA in Education and Professional Studies, PGCE and MA in Critical Studies and Education.
Additional Teaching Inspector – Tribal Ltd (2010-present) (freelance)
Main roles include:
· Quality inspections for OfSTED in private and public education providers
International consultancy work
· Advanced Post Qualification Certificate in Education (APCIT) project in conjunction with British Council in Nigeria (2010-13):
· Designed and implemented teacher training programmes to develop differentiation and inclusion skills for school and college teachers.
· Teacher training project under the auspices of Erasmus programme in Poland (2012 – present):
· Designed and implemented teacher training programmes to develop skills in tutoring and supporting less able learners for school and college teachers
· Teacher training project with University of Syria in conjunction with the British Council (2013-14):
· Designed and implemented teacher training programmes to develop skills in improving access and supporting less able learners for school and college teachers
Research experience
2008– 2015 – Doctoral research into methods of re-engaging young learners who had been excluded from school. . The aim of the research was to:
· investigate and identify factors responsible for lack of engagement in some young people
· analyse main theoretical models relating to special needs and learning disabilities
· investigate central government policies relating to issues of access, retention, quality of mainstream and non mainstream provision for young people at secondary and post secondary level
· design new curriculum and implement a programme aimed at re-engaging young people who have diverse learning barriers
1992-4 - MA research on use of rap music to develop literacy skills in disadvantaged learners. The aim of the research was to:
· Identify learning barriers which disadvantaged learners face when learning literacy skills in the classroom
· Analyse most effective approaches to teaching literacy to disadvantaged learners
· Devise an action research project based upon developing resources using rap music and implementing new strategies in the classroom
Research publications
· Supporting the Social and Emotional Learning of students in FE book due to be published by Routledge in March r 2024
· Supporting EAL Learners who have Dyslexia in FE. Conference paper delivered at LSRN conference in July 2023
· Supporting EAL Learners who have Dyslexia in FE. Book published by Routledge in February 2023
· Supporting Embedding academic skills into ITT lessons for trainees who have EAL. Article published in TELL journal March 2022
· An investigation into the learning experiences of Teachers on BTEC programmes. Article published in TELL journal. December 2021
· Embedding Digital Skills in vocational curricula. A paper co-delivered for SET webinar in November 2021
· Differentiating for adult learners . A paper delivered at SET webinar in August 2021
· The unique role that TED plays in FE in HE/ Article published in TELL Journal . April 2021
· The effectiveness of self –assessment for trainee teachers on a PGCE programme, paper delivered at EAPRIL 2019, University of Croatia, Lifelong Learning Conference. November 2019
· The effectiveness of self –assessment for trainee teachers on a PGCE programme, paper delivered at LSRN conference at University of Greenwich on April 14th, 2019
· Mindfulness and FE Teachers, paper delivered at LSRN conference at King’s College, University of London, on 30th November 2018
· The effectiveness of peer mentoring for adult learners on HE programmes, paper delivered at TELL conference at Lewisham College on 26trh February 2018
· An investigation into peer assessment and feedback amongst trainee teachers in the UK for EAPRIL 2017, University of Helsinki, Lifelong Learning Conference. November 2017
· Developing an HE Research Network in an FE College, paper delivered at ATL Post-16 Conference, July 6th 2017
· Popping the Question-PGCE trainee teachers and effective Socratic questioning research paper delivered at Teaching and Learning in LLS conference, Bedford College, 26th June 2017
· I can take it better coming from you’, - an investigation into peer assessment and feedback amongst PGCE trainee teachers in an FE college. Research paper undertaken with SUNCETT 2016-17
· Building for the Future? A comparative study of the learning experiences of three sets of learners on the Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment www.*** unpublished thesis 2014
· How effective are CPD programmes for FE staff in colleges? University of Greenwich LSRN/LSE Summer Conference London UK, July 2009 conference publication
· The effectiveness of Mentoring for PGCE trainees. University of East London teaching symposium, July 19th 2008, conference publication
· An exploration of how ‘Gangsta Rap’ music could develop Literacy skills in disengaged KS4 school students .MA unpublished thesis 1995.
Education and Qualifications
· Bristol University (1977-80). BA (Hons.) English and History
· Southampton University (1991-3). PGCE
· Institute of Education (1993-5). MA in Media Education
· Institute of Education (2008-14). Doctorate in Education
· Higher Education Academy (2016) Fellow
Contact information
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Film Studies and Media Studies lessons in London, UK.
Maths, Psychology, and Media Studies lessons in London, UK.
Hello, I’m James. I am a university student studying Film Production who has a lot of free time to tutor in subjects like Maths, Media and Film production.
Hello, I am a university student studying in the heart of London. I was born and raised in London and experienced great success at school and at university due to amazing and unforgettable teachers. This is the foundation of my commitment to helping out my students, whatever their abilities may be. Currently, I am studying a bachelor Honours degree specialising in History. I have been tutoring and teaching for 3 years in various settings – tutoring small and large groups, private individual tutoring, and teaching in rural, suburban, and urban classroom and home settings.
I pride myself on my excellent communication skills and friendly demeanour. I endeavour to tutor seriously although I`m naturally quite a laid-back person, which is quickly recognised by pupils and puts them at ease. I also relate well to pupils because the age gap is not so large. Students often look forward to our lessons, which they say motivates them and helps them to learn. I really value getting to know my students individually and enjoy learning from them through conversation. I provide textbook recommendations and I can be very flexible with lesson days. Past parents and students echo my sentiments, as proven by reviews.
