Helen - Hereford tutor






Information About Helen:


Personal Description:

I am an enthusiastic, proactive tutor who thrives on helping others achieve their potential within a safe, positive, fun learning environment.

Recent school-based teaching experience covers 11-19yrs with pastoral duties and teaching observation in primary school. I offer English Language, English Literature, Music, Drama and Business studies and have enjoyed assisting with Key Stage 3 ICT and French. I also have ESl experience teaching primary years in Nepal, teenagers in France and Spain. My current role is teaching English to 17-20 year students on the Preparatory Year Deanship programme at King Saud University, Saudi Arabia. Here I have also taken on the additional responsibilities as a Lead Teacher for the Personal Development Department.

With a degree in Music, I have experience playing in orchestras, windbands, chamber groups, contemporary and folk groups, singing, African drumming.

My 15 year career covers working for a small rapidly expanding business, running my own business and working for the water and environment sector of a global corporation.



Teaching Experience:

My strength lies in small group or 1:1 tutoring.

Prior to taking my PGCE and QTS I have 17 years experience of teaching music privately to all levels, for example 1:1 tutoring for those taking oboe, flute, singing, theory grades or A'level, and coaching small groups of students who simply want to learn to play an instrument. This also helps reduce costs.

My PGCE included a Business Diploma enhancement with shadowing of GCSE and BTech Business studies to draw on my varied business experience to enhance the learning of others. During my career I have been involved in training at different levels for example presenting Personal Development training sessions to team members, supervising and training students from Eastern Europe and training graduates in India.

I am also CELTA certified and am part way through an M.Ed.



Tutoring Approach:

My approach is friendly, informal and fun while enabling students to work at their own pace. By helping students set realistic targets students remain more focused and challenged in their learning whilst being encouraged by achieving. During a tutor session the emphasis is on student led learning to encourage students to 'think outside of the box' and broaden their own approach to learning. My philosophy is to help them help themselves.

I simply want to enthuse, inspire and guide students to build their confidence and skills so they are motivated to achieve and be the best they can be.

A session will often start with a reflection on what they already know about a subject to develop thought processes. Knowledge is developed through practical application, developing relevant skills and exploring the wider context through various activities. Whatever the subject students need to understand the relevance of what they are learning. Sessions end with reflection to reinforce learning.

For those studying for GCSE/ A'Levels / Diplomas I offer rigorous exam technique, revision guidance and practice.

I had a superb tutor who helped me pass my 11+ which built my confidence and is a reason why I wish to help others. I recognise the value of a patient and understanding tutor whom you can trust to help you achieve at your own pace, particularly in a more challenging subject where you may have fallen behind.



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Qualifications:

  • CELTA, PGCE-M, QTS, Business Diploma enhancement
  • B.Mus 2:1 (Hons), M.Mus, M.Ed in progress
  • NCH Commercial Horticulture
  • A'levels; Music, English, Geography.

Further Information:

Availability:  Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring:   Online
References Supplied?   Yes
Current DBS/CRB Check?   Yes
Additional Languages Spoken:   French