LoginDuncan - Newcastle upon Tyne tutor
Information About Duncan:
Personal Description:
I am a very dedicated and friendly tutor who will welcome students of all backgrounds, ages and abilities in my specialist subjects English and Drama. I can also teach additional Study Skills, Revision tactics, General Studies, Critical Thinking, Philosophy and Exam Preparation.
I have a very diverse background in education and embrace the chance to pass on my skills and knowledge to students. I am very passionate about my subjects and come armed with a good sense of humour. I am relaxed and easy going but also very determined. I am approachable and have a caring nature.
I currently work at Kenton School and in my spare time I like to go to the theatre, participate in drama productions and have just completed my debut novel.
I am an active member of the National Theatre of Great Britain. This involves performing in nationwide productions and leading/assisting with drama course for new members.
Teaching Experience:
I have worked both in primary and secondary in various capacities...as a tutor, HLTA, Pastoral Manager, Learning Mentor and SEN Support Assistant.
My long term roles are in four different schools. All of my jobs have had a focus on English and Drama. I have also been responsible for much of the pastoral care of students as well as covering other areas of the curriculum in the abscence of regular teachers.
I have directed three school musicals and have run a debating and public speaking society. I have had two different form classes (one in year 9 and one in year 6) and tutored English and Drama from Year 3 right through to year 13.
I have nearly completed my degree via OU and will complete my GTP the following year
Tutoring Approach:
I am very flexible to the needs of the student. I will spend my first initial meeting with my student assessing their needs and abilities but will welcome their input (and guardians if appropriate, depending on ages) into which direction the sessions will take. While the main focus naturally is academic achievement and preparing the student for upcoming qualifications, I do incorporate other skills into the session where necessary so the student gets a more rounded development.
I can approach both practical and theory aspects of drama and while the sessions will be hard work, they aren't stressful or heavy going. It will involve much discussion and the student will need to be prepared to be open minded and be able to contribute discussions as I tend to avoid 'lecturing'
I will provide feedback on progress regularly to all concerned. I am friendly, and use my sense of humour as a tool to make the learning more interesting and put my student at ease. I will not put any pressure on the student and will focus on being encouraging and meeting achievable targets as a team.
Subjects Taught:
- Study Skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£12 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£12 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£15 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£15 p.h.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£12 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£12 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£15 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£15 p.h.)
- English
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£12 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£12 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£15 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£15 p.h.)
- Drama
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£10 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£10 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£15 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£15 p.h.)
Qualifications:
- A Levels in English Lit, English Lang and Theatre Studies as well as ICT and General Studies
- HLTA and Learning Mentor Qualifications
- Almost completed Degree in English Language and Literature (with aspects of Drama)
- Registered and Certified member of National Theatre Of Great Britain
Further Information:
| Availability: | Weekends / Weekdays (evenings) |
| Types of Tutoring: | From their home / Online |
| References Supplied? | Yes |
| Current DBS/CRB Check? | Yes |
