Get Help Preparing for Your SQA National 5 and Higher English from an Experienced Tutor

From 41 $ /h

SQA National 5 and Higher English are arguably the most important qualifications you undertake whilst in Secondary School in Scotland. In the lessons I run, I make powerpoints/pdfs each week that are tailored to the specific needs of students. We go through poems, short stories, or prose via interactive and engaging tasks to ensure a deep understanding of the text(s) is consolidated. I then always introduce past paper questions at the earliest point possible in order to ensure students are fully comfortable with the format of the exam, and to assess the extent to which they understand the text(s) they are studying. The same goes for the reading paper (RUAE) - I have pre-made answer structures for each type of question that can be asked for this paper, and I get students to apply these when answering past papers. I often ask students to write summaries, prepare essays, and/or answer past paper questions as homework.

Location

Online from United Kingdom

About Me

Hello! My name is Claire and I have recently graduated from the University of Edinburgh. I have been an online tutor for over three years now, and I specialise in French, History, English, and Sociology. I enjoy creating a comfortable and productive environment in which my students improve their confidence as well as their academic and/or linguistic ability. I thoroughly enjoy what I do, and I find passing on my enthusiasm for a subject immensely satisfying.

Education

First Class degree with Honours in MA Sociology and Social Anthropology, University of Edinburgh (2019-2023).

Scottish Highers: English (A), History (A), Music (A), French (A), Chemistry (B)
Scottish National 5s: English (A), History (A), Music (A), French (A), Chemistry (A), Biology (A), Maths (A), Modern Studies (A)

Experience / Qualifications

Teaching experience: over 3 years online tutoring, currently a volunteer ESOL tutor for Asylum Seekers in Glasgow, worked as a teaching assistant in two high schools in France, and taught English at a summer camp for one month in Poland.

Qualifications: TESOL + TEFL certificates

Languages: English (native), French (B2), Spanish (A2)

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

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60 minutes

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English

French

Skills

English

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Get Help and Advice For University Coursework in Sociology and/or Anthropology, or GCSE/A-Level Sociology

41 $ /h

As an experienced tutor with a First Class degree in Sociology and Social Anthropology from the University of Edinburgh, I specialize in helping students excel in their GCSE and A-Level qualifications in Sociology, as well as supporting university coursework in both Sociology and Anthropology. My creative approach incorporates a variety of resources to make complex concepts accessible and engaging. With experience in reading and critiquing dissertations, I offer valuable insights to enhance academic writing. Additionally, I assist students in crafting compelling personal statements for university applications in these fields. Join me to achieve your academic goals in a warm and supportive learning environment!

English Classes from Tutor with 3-years Experience and TESOL + TEFL certificates.

35 $ /h

As an experienced tutor specializing in English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, I bring creativity and a wealth of diverse resources to each session. My teaching approach is tailored to make learning both effective and enjoyable, ensuring that students feel supported and motivated. I am dedicated to creating a warm and comfortable environment where students can confidently practice and improve their English skills. I have experience teaching all levels of English, including preparing students for exams to enter universities and more. Join me, and let's embark on an engaging journey to learning - and one day mastering - the English language together!

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University English Instructor| Started teaching English 9 years ago| Specializing in Conversational English.

My teaching approach is designed to develop communication skills above all. We watch or read materials, such as videos, articles, stories, poems, caricatures, then discuss them; we act out situations from everyday life; we take positions and practice debates. However, this doesn’t mean that we just practice speaking. I also make sure the learner is not running in circles. I’m here to ensure that they do not keep repeating the same mistakes or keep using the same expressions over and over in conversation.
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Teaching all levels of Goethe
A1 to C1
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