Study Skills & Test Prep - Private Tutor for middle, high school & university students (13 - 21)

From 87 € /h

🎓 Academic Coach for Students | Study Skills & University Prep | 1:1 Online Support
Are you a motivated student who puts in the effort but still isn’t getting the results you want?
Do you feel overwhelmed with where to start, or unsure how to study more effectively?

You're not alone—and the solution often isn’t “working harder,” but working smarter.

🧠 What I Offer:
I help students like you improve study habits, time management, and academic performance—so your hard work actually pays off. Whether you're in high school, university, or transitioning between, I’ll guide you toward strategic, structured, and sustainable learning.

👋 Who I Am
My name is Noah. I’m a lecturer, programme coordinator, and student mentor at the University of Amsterdam. Over the past decade, I’ve coached hundreds of students to reach their academic potential—many of whom went on to top universities like Oxford, UCL, Leiden, and careers at international companies.

🎯 Together, We’ll:
Assess your current study habits

Introduce proven techniques for focus, retention, and motivation

Apply those tools to your assignments, essays, and exams

Build a system that works for you, not just the textbook

🎓 My Qualifications:
BA in Psychology – University of British Columbia (UBC)

Two Master’s degrees – Leiden University

PhD – Leiden University

I combine research-driven academic support with mentoring that meets you where you are. My approach is practical, empathetic, and results-focused.

📍 Available online and in-person in Amsterdam
📩 Let’s get started! Message me now to schedule your first session and start getting more out of your education.

Location

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At student's location :

Around Amsterdam, Netherlands

At teacher's location :

CREA Café, Crea Cafe

Online from Netherlands

About Me

🎓 Academic Coach | 📣 Public Speaking Mentor | 🧠 Study Skills Strategist

About Me:

I’m a university lecturer and programme coordinator at the University of Amsterdam with a PhD from Leiden University and a BA in Psychology from UBC (University of British Columbia). With over 10 years of experience in higher education, I’ve coached hundreds of students (ages 13–21) to academic success, university admission, and personal confidence.

🚀 What I Offer

🎯 University & Academic Preparation

Study skills coaching: focus, planning, and strategy

Essay and assignment support (structure, clarity, feedback)

Admissions coaching for top universities (Oxford, UCL, Leiden, etc.)

Exam readiness and academic stress management

🗣 Public Speaking & Presentation Skills

1:1 coaching for students, professionals, and performers

Speech structure, storytelling, and persuasive delivery

Overcoming stage fright and building authentic confidence

📚 My Approach
I combine research-backed academic coaching with real-world performance training. My background in theatre production and public communication helps students not only know what to say—but say it powerfully and with presence.

Every session is tailored to your goals—whether you're preparing for a big exam, applying to university, or delivering your first confident talk.

💬 Student Results
✅ Admissions success: Oxford, UCL, Leiden, and more!
✅ Professional speaking: corporate clients, university panels, TED-style presentations
✅ Confidence transformation: from “I hate speaking” to “That was the best part of my day”

Please note: I do not provide coaching, guidance, or support for any programs, institutions, or courses that I am directly affiliated with. This is to ensure full transparency and avoid any potential conflicts of interest.

🕒 Availability
Flexible weekday and weekend hours. In-person (Amsterdam area) and online worldwide.

📩 Let’s work together to help you thrive. Send me a message to book your first session!

Education

Leiden University - PhD
Leiden University - MSc : Social & Organizational Psychology
Leiden University - MA : Sociology & Psychology of Religion
University of British Columbia - BA : Psychology

Experience / Qualifications

Bedrijfscoach : Work Place Motivation and Job Coach

Certificaat Basiskwalificatie Onderwijs - BKO - University Teaching Qualification Certificate

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Learning & study skills

Test prep

Tutoring

Reviews

Availability of a typical week

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New York

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At student's home

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Presentation Skills - Speaking, Interview, and Presentation Preparation

78 € /h

🎤 English Presentation Coach | Public Speaking Anxiety Support | Interview Skills Trainer
Do you need to give a presentation in English, but feel anxious about delivering it with confidence and impact? You're not alone—many students and professionals struggle with nerves, clarity, and structure when speaking in front of others.

I offer 1:1 public speaking and presentation coaching to help you:

Overcome public speaking anxiety

Build confident delivery skills

Create clear, engaging presentations

Improve spoken English fluency for presentations

Practice and perfect interview responses

🎓 About Me
I hold a PhD from Leiden University and have spent over a decade giving academic presentations around the world—speaking to audiences from 20 to over 1000 people. In parallel, I’ve worked for nearly 10 years as a theatre producer, blending performance technique with public communication.

This unique combination allows me to coach clients through:

Voice control and body language

Speech structure and flow

Audience engagement techniques

Interview success strategies for schools, jobs, or panels

🧠 Who This Is For:
Students preparing for class presentations, thesis defenses, or university interviews

Professionals needing to present at work meetings, pitches, or conferences

Non-native English speakers who want to speak clearly and confidently in English

Anyone with public speaking anxiety who wants to build real confidence

🗣 Let’s Turn Nerves Into Excitement
I’ll help you feel calm, clear, and charismatic when presenting—whether in person or online. With customized exercises and feedback, you’ll walk away with tools to command the room and connect with your audience.

📍 Available online worldwide and in-person in Amsterdam
📩 Message me today to start building powerful, confident presentations in English!

Jaume

4.8

(25)

Learn Spanish in an interactive and personalized way!

Do you want to learn Spanish or improve your current level? In my lessons I adapt completely to your goals, level and learning pace. As a native Spanish speaker and experienced teacher in language schools I provide authentic and effective lessons.

In the lessons we will cover:

Grammar and vocabulary: In a structured and understandable way.
Practical exercises: Focused on speaking, listening, writing and reading.
Personal attention: Each lesson is tailored to your needs.
Whether you are a student who needs extra help or an adult who wants to become fluent in Spanish, I would love to help you achieve your goals.

Send me a message for more information or to schedule a trial lesson. ¡Hasta pronto!

Sandra

4.8

(25)

Hello parents! My name is Sandra. I am a native English speaker from New York State. I have a USA teaching license and a Bachelor's Degree in Childhood Inclusive Education (Grades K-6 and Students with Disabilities) from the State University of New York at Fredonia. My experiences include teaching at primary international schools in Belgrade, Serbia for 2 years and 3 years at international schools in The Hague, Netherlands. I have worked at two IB primary schools. Alongside teaching at international schools, I have 8 years of experience teaching English. I also have experience teaching grade 1 and 3 in elementary schools in New York State. I have taught children from 2-17 years old and adults. My students range in levels from beginners who are new to learning English, to fluent English speakers that need support or would like to further excel or maintain their fluency. Based on my experiences, I have learned to adjust my teaching style based on different students' needs, cultures, socioeconomic backgrounds, and learning abilities.

Lessons are provided to children and teenagers. Lessons are customized to the learning needs of your child. Whether that be learning English for the first time or practicing improvement of speaking, reading, comprehension, pronunciation, listening, writing, grammar, etc. Lessons can be aimed towards learning a topic such as food, animals, sports, emotions, and more.

For children who are fluent English speakers, tutoring can be given to further excel in particular areas. Subjects that interest the student such as science, history or world topics can be incorporated into the lesson to broaden their knowledge. Support can also be provided in learning organizational skills, research, and mini projects for older children. I am available to help with studying, homework, or school projects. For online learning, I use a variety of platforms, websites, educational games, and e-books to reach the learning goals of my students. Additional homework can be provided if requested.

Depending on the students age, lesson duration is adjusted. If you are looking for lessons for siblings, please reach out to me to discuss the best schedule for your children. My aim is to create a positive and enjoyable learning environment for all my students.

I hope you can join my English lessons! Please reach out to me if you have any questions. I can provide my resume or reference letters if requested. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Anusha

4.8

(25)

I have the curiosity and eagerness to learn. It gives me a natural ability to teach because I believe only a good student can be a good teacher. I have tutoring experience in the past.

I have completed my graduation in engineering. On the professional front, I am a banker. I moved to the Netherlands and am currently on a break. I would love to indulge in my passion for teaching.

I can teach school level Math and Science. My goal is to keep students challenged to learn new things. I will be tutoring whatever is required for the school syllabus along with extra information or facts to make learning fun. Test preparation and tutoring for exams can also be done.I cook Indian dishes on a regular basis and would love to teach Indian-style cooking to people who are interested.

Every student is different and I will take extra care to have tailor-made classes for each person. I create presentations, use assignments, and prepare before each class. Time is important and I do not want to waste yours.

You can message me regarding the classes or your needs. I will make sure to do my best.

Sacha

4.8

(25)

During my studies in Econometrics at the University of Amsterdam (graduated in 2015, MSc.) and in addition to my job as a consultant, I have always taught mathematics and statistics to secondary school students and university students (HBO and WO) with great pleasure. Since 2017 I have assisted students from different study backgrounds (from civil engineering to psychology) with writing their thesis and since 2022 I work parttime as a math teacher and educational advisor in the Emma Children's Hospital in Amsterdam and I teach private students.

Lessons can be taught in English or Dutch and face-to-face or online, depending on the location.

Location face-to-face classes: Citizen M Amsterdam, at your home or in the public library.

Derek

4.8

(25)

Have you been invited to interview at Oxford or Cambridge this coming autumn? Congratulations!

Oxbridge interviews are the make-or-break stage in acceptance into one of these two top-tier universities, and they require a significant amount of preparation and know-how in order to succeed.

Having successfully secured a place for myself to study English Language & Literature at the University of Oxford in 2015, and having been subsequently invited to pursue a Master's degree in English literature on scholarship, I am versed in the intricacies and expectations of the interview process for a range of disciplines.

I work with students across a series of sessions to hone their understanding of what's expected of them during the interview process, to identify their particular strengths and improve on their weakness, and to practice extemporaneous speaking and timed essay-writing and test-taking.

Each course is designed with the candidate in mind, and I can outline a recommended number of sessions and their contents based on an initial session.

Attila

4.8

(25)

1. What is the TOEIC?

The TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication) is a language test developed by the Educational Testing Service (Princeton, USA). It measures/demonstrates the language skills that everyone in today's multinational work environment needs to communicate successfully in a foreign language.

2. Who uses the TOEIC?

The TOEIC test is one of the most widely used English-language tests in the world, with more than 14,000 organizations and universities in more than 160 countries relying on TOEIC scores to make important decisions.

3. What is the TOEIC used for?

The TOEIC is used to help organisations to:
• Select, hire, and/or promote their employees based on their level of English
• Select employees with adequate English language skills to participate in English language programs or training.
• Standardize the level of English language proficiency within the company.
Universities and other higher education institutions use this test to:
• Accept prospective students into their English-speaking undergraduate and graduate programs
• Measure their students’ progress
• Issue an internationally recognized English language certificate to their students.

4. How can I help you?

• I will evaluate your English proficiency level
• I will introduce you to the format and structure of the test: remember, knowing the type of tasks is half the battle!
• I will provide you with a lot of exercises and materials, and we will practice a lot
• Depending on your needs, we can focus on the Listening and Reading Test, the Speaking and Writing Tests, or both
• During the preparation, if you get to an area that is going harder, then we will do more exercises related to it or them (grammar, pronunciation, listening comprehension).

Piotr

4.8

(25)

I use ChatGPT and other AI tools (text-to-speech, image-generation) every day. It's my best collaborators. Let me show you how it's done, the easy way, for anything. I'm an artist who thinks creative but also a programmer - I use AI in they way other people can't imagine.I will teach you how to automate your life, your business and optimize everything to move forward the faster than ever - do it before it's too late. The course is so condensed and good that very fast you will replace me with a specific ChatGPT model who will be better than me. That's the goal.

Here's a list of ways you can leverage ChatGPT and other AI tools in various aspects of life and business:

In Business:

1. **Customer Support Automation:** Use ChatGPT for instant responses and issue resolution.
2. **Content Generation:** Employ AI for creating SEO-friendly content.
3. **Market Research:** Analyze trends and feedback for strategic decision-making.
4. **Automated Email Responses:** Set up AI-driven responses for quick communication.
5. **Data Analysis and Insights:** Extract valuable business insights using AI algorithms.
6. **Product Recommendations:** Provide personalized product suggestions to enhance customer experience.
7. **Supply Chain Optimization:** Optimize inventory management and logistics with AI.
8. **Human Resources:** Use AI in recruitment processes for efficiency.

In Life:

1. **Personal Assistant:** Use ChatGPT for scheduling and task management.
2. **Learning and Education:** Leverage AI for personalized learning experiences.
3. **Health and Wellness:** Use AI-driven fitness apps for a healthier lifestyle.
4. **Language Translation:** Break down language barriers with AI-powered translation.
5. **Travel Planning:** Utilize AI for efficient travel itinerary planning.
6. **Smart Home Automation:** Integrate AI into smart devices for enhanced control.
7. **Financial Management:** Use AI tools for budgeting and investment analysis.
8. **Social Media Management:** Enhance online presence with AI-driven scheduling and analytics.

Baban

4.8

(25)

Personal tutoring, homework assistance or exam training

Is your child struggling with school? Together we can change that! My name is Baban, and as an experienced tutor I offer tutoring and homework support that really connects with your child's world of experience.

Why choose my tutoring?

- Concrete Examples: I use examples that your child knows and understands, for faster and more fun learning.
- Flexible Times: Lessons are available for 60, 90, or 120 minutes - perfectly tailored to your child's needs.
- Special Material: the learning material is tailored to the needs of the student and is therefore tailor-made every time!
Are you ready to help your child excel? Contact us for a personal introduction. Together we will make learning fun and successful again!

Leigh

4.8

(25)

The foundation of a child’s education is a crucial step in their learning journey. In my tutoring sessions, it’s essential to assess each student’s current level to identify where they need the most support and determine the best starting point for their educational development.

I plan my lessons around the specific subjects where the student requires assistance, ensuring that each session is tailored to meet their individual needs and help them progress confidently.

Lilya

4.8

(25)

Looking for extra help with English at school? You've come to the right place. I'm happy to help you with all your questions and guide you in practicing the subjects you find difficult. Are you doing really well with speaking, but do you feel like writing is a bit less successful? Then we'll work together on fun assignments to improve your writing skills. So whether you find everything about the subject a bit difficult, or certain subjects such as writing, listening or speaking skills: I'm happy to help you find the way that suits you best to make progress in this. I adapt my lessons to the level and learning style of each student, so that you can achieve your goal as well as possible.

If you have specific questions about your schoolwork or if you have trouble with English at school, it is best to use the material you receive at school in the tutoring as a guideline. I can then supplement this with more assignments and material that suits your level.

I myself went to a bilingual high school and studied English at International Baccalaureate (IB) level. So if you need help practicing for a Cambridge or IB exam, that is also possible!

Please feel free to contact me if you are interested or have any questions.

Annick

4.8

(25)

I always motivate my students to do their best and to speak in French during class. I always give homework to practice writing skills.
From B1 level we talk about news and culture, my lessons are always concrete and goal oriented. Repetition is also part of my lessons, so that students can learn new material with confidence.
Finally I also offer Delft exam training from A1 to B2 levels - a diploma that is required for many Hotel Schools and also to be able to work and study in French-speaking countries.

Juliette

4.8

(25)

Hello! I'm a masters student at the University of Amsterdam offering private tutoring on multiple subjects. I have a bachelor's degree from Georgetown University (magna cum laude) and 10+ years tutoring and teaching experience. I'm expert at navigating International Baccalaureate (score of 44/45), SAT (score of 2390/2400), and Advanced Placement (6 APs with a score of 5/5).

🔬 Subjects
- English and Language Arts (middle and high school)
- Social Studies - history, geography, economics (middle and high school)
- Math (elementary and middle school)
- Test prep (SAT, IB, AP)
- Essay writing (all subjects and levels - bonus: I love helping with citations and academic writing!)

📚 Teaching Approach
- Online or in-person lessons
- Coaching focus to understanding students' unique goals and challenges
- Tailored content for each student, inclusive of neurodiverse learning styles
- Building confidence and building knowledge at the same time

🌍 Languages
English (native), French (C1), German (B1)

Saskya

4.8

(25)

Hola! My name is Sheyla, and I am a native Spanish speaker from Spain with a passion for teaching and helping others learn my language. I have experience working with people from different backgrounds, and I enjoy making my classes practical, interactive, and tailored to each student’s needs.
Whether you are a complete beginner or want to improve your conversation skills, I can guide you with clear explanations, patience, and real-life practice. My goal is to help you feel more confident and comfortable using Spanish in everyday situations.
I am responsible, approachable, and always aim to create a positive learning environment. If you are looking for fun and effective Spanish lessons, I’d be happy to help you on your language journey.
Let’s learn Spanish together!

Danielle

4.8

(25)

In this one-on-one course, you’ll have the opportunity to select any area in your life in which you’d like to make a change. Perhaps it’s breaking an old habit, learning a new skill, or simply finding more enjoyment in your life. In tailor-made coaching sessions with a trained coach/counselor, you’ll gain awareness of thoughts and behaviors that are holding you back and find new creative pathways forward. You’ll also better understand the human experience of making a change and learn how to avoid common pitfalls and find flow.

Some exercises and methodologies we will use in the course: Fisher’s Transition Curve, Step Walking, GROW, Force Field Analysis, Growth Mindset, Appreciative Inquiry.

Great for New Year’s resolutions!

Hiba

4.8

(25)

As an experienced tutor and second-year law student at the UvA, I help high school students improve their academic performance with clear explanations, structure, and personal attention.

I've tutored several students in subjects including math, history, social studies, and Latin. My approach is calm, patient, and completely tailored to the student. I provide an overview, teaching strategies, and guidance in completing and understanding assignments.

Together we work purposefully towards better grades and more self-confidence.