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Information About Sarah:

Personal Description:

I am a 23 year old currently undertaking a Masters in Speech and Language Therapy at City University London (due to qualify July 2010). I also hold a BSc in Psychology from the University of Newcastle upon Tyne. Between studying, I have enjoyed undertaking voluntary experience as well as working as a Learning Support Assistant for children, adolescents, and adults with special education needs. I am a friendly and sociable person, and like to keep myself busy!

Teaching Experience:

I worked as a Teaching Assistant through an agency for 7 months, which involved assisting learning in a range of appropriate environments on various placements (i.e. Schools/nurseries etc) throughout the week. My main position was at a pupil referral unit, working with 14-16 year olds who had been excluded from school, which meant that I was faced with very challenging behavior on a regular basis. This usually involved one to one support with individuals, small group work, or in class support. I feel that good communication skills, a caring and positive nature, as well as the ability to be emotionally resilient and assertive were crucial to my success in this role.

I volunteered for 2 years with the National Autistic Society as a Befriender. This involved arranging activities for myself and an adolescent boy who has an autistic spectrum condition. I offered him social support and advice, and we targetted his independence.

I also volunteered with the Stroke Association, visiting a lady who had experienced a major stroke. We worked on her reading and writing skills through a range of games and activities.

During my training as a Speech and Language Therapist, I have been placed in both primary and secondary mainstream schools, where I supported individuals presenting with a range of speech, language and communication needs through individual and small group therapy.

Tutoring Approach:

I try to create a relaxed environment, through building up a good rapport with each student I work with. I feel it is important for studying to be motivating and fun, as well as informative and structured. I am an enthusiastic tutor, and try to encourage this approach in others by facilitating them to reach their potential.

Qualifications:

• PG Dip Speech and Language Therapy: On-going
• Degree in Psychology, BSc, 2:1
• A levels: Psychology, Sociology, History: AAB
• GCSEs: English Literature/Language: A*/A, Maths: A, Dual Science: AA, Child Development: A*, History: B, French: B, Business: B

Further Information:

Availability:	Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring:	Travels to you
References Supplied?	Yes
Current DBS/CRB Check?	Yes