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Information About Jim:

Personal Description:

I completed a biological science bachelors degree at the University of Oxford with first class honours in 2008 and am currently studying for a DPhil in Plant Sciences. I have a real passion for biology and take pleasure from learning about it as well as discussing it with others and carrying out research projects (I have worked on projects ranging from plant developmental genetics in the lab, to forest ecology in Indonesia to baboon behaviour on the edge of the Namib desert). I enjoy teaching and working with young people and I have a successful record as a tutor.

Teaching Experience:

I have previously worked with a number of tutees of mixed ages and abilities, helping them with courses ranging from GCSE science to university access courses. I have always received very positive feedback from those that I have worked with. I have also taught forest ecology to groups of British six form students on expeditions to Indonesia and I spent a highly rewarding 3 months teaching multiple subjects in a Ghanaian primary school during a gap year.

Tutoring Approach:

I place an emphasis on really engaging the student and trying to promote interest in the subject through discussion of the wider importance of the issues at hand. By initially working together through problems and ensuring sound understanding of the concepts involved, I try to instill enough confidence in the student for them to think independently and answer questions without the need of assistance.

Qualifications:

• BA Biological Sciences 1st Class Hons (Oxford)
• A level: Biology A, Chemistry A, French A
• Advanced Extension Award: Chemistry merit, Biology pass
• Internation biology olympiad: Bronze medal

Further Information:

Availability:	Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring:	Travels to you / From their home / Online
References Supplied?	Yes
Current DBS/CRB Check?	Yes
Additional Languages Spoken:	French