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Information About Sandra:

Personal Description:

I have been a Science teacher for many years. In 1993 I relocated to Portugal, where I taught my subject in two international schools and gained experience with second language English students. I have recently returned to the UK and I am currently teaching Chemistry to GCSE on a part time basis.

Last year, as I was starting to teach and tutor Maths I decided that I needed a refresher course, so I studied independently for AS Maths and was reasonably happy with the outcome.

Teaching Experience:

I have been teaching Science subjects to KS3 and GCSE level for over 30 years. I specialise in Chemistry and Biology, having taught both as separate GCSE subjects. I have also taught the Physics component of the single Science GCSE.

Last year I taught GCSE Maths to a small group of Year 12 students who were retaking the exam.

Tutoring Approach:

Unlike some subjects, Maths cannot be learnt - it has to be understood, before a student can do it. The same can be said about many aspects of the Science subjects. I have come to the conclusion that Maths and Science can be understood by most students if they are explained in a series of small, logical steps. This approach builds up confidence and along with that comes success.

In addition, I always highlight the links between different parts of the same syllabus and between areas of different subjects that overlap e.g. 'natural polymers' may appear on both Biology and Chemistry syllabuses.

Qualifications:

• BSc , Glasgow
• QTS
• AS Maths B grade

Further Information:

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