Seacombe Tutors & Seacombe Tuition

Personal Description:
I'm a professional artist specialising in figurative oil painting and portraiture.

Teaching Experience:
I am a very experienced tutor, having taught independently since 2005. For several years alongside this I ran drawing and painting classes for adult learners in an adult education college. I also worked for about 12 years in a tutoring centre, helping children as a trained phonics & reading tutor.

I have a proven track record of helping children develop their skills with fun lessons, coaching GCSE & A Level students to better grades and helping adults become fully fledged oil painters in their own right.

Tutoring Approach:
As a passionate artist, I take great pleasure in helping others develop as artists.

I take a thorough step-by-step approach to the lessons I provide and endeavour to give my students a solid foundation of knowledge and skills in order to build the needed confidence with which to create their own art work and take it to an entirely new level.

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Personal Description:
I studied English Literature at Edinburgh University, graduating with a First Class Masters in 1999, before going on to train as an actor at the prestigious London Academy of Dramatic Art (LAMDA) in 2001. Since graduating, I have worked extensively as an actor in theatre, television and radio and since 2007 I have worked very closely with acclaimed theatre company The Factory as an associate producer and director as well as an actor. I have a wide-ranging interest in the arts (from contemporary music through to cinema and the visual arts) as well as an active interest in politics and current affairs. I have worked as a free-lance tutor since 2005 and love not only the obvious flexibility it affords but, far more importantly, the mental, creative and social stimulation it provides both me and, hopefully, those I teach.

Teaching Experience:
In 2005 I registered with a private agency and taught English Literature as a freelance tutor at GCSE level for them that year.
I have wide and extensive experience teaching and creating drama with young people: I have worked on schools and youth projects with Shakespeare's Globe, the National Student Drama Festival and the Carney Academy of Performing Arts as well providing private tuition for drama school entrance and audition technique.
I occasionally work for the University of Westminster as a free-lance actor, working closely with director and academic Helen Eastman.

Tutoring Approach:
I passionately believe that education needs to be grounded in passing on, developing and deepening the love of a subject and that, as such, learning shouldn't be results led. I also believe that people are different and that an approach to tutoring and education should reflect that.

As such I aim to keep engagement and enjoyment at the centre of the process. I encourage pupils to engage with their subject through lateral and creative thinking in the belief that good results follow when a student can enter into a dialogue with the work they are being asked to do and not the other way round.

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Personal Description:
I am a professional geography researcher specialised in regional geography and urban sciences. I have gained my knowledge and expertise from universities across Europe (Pécs, Wolverhampton, Maribor, Zagreb, and Ljubljana). I am currently a PhD Aspirant at the University of Pécs, Hungary.

I have been mainly researching in the field 'geography of energy', but my interests link my specification to other scientific disciplines such as sustainability, environmental sciences, and landscape geography, and I am able to perform and combine various geographical fields.

During my years as a PhD Student, I was given the chance to gain experience as a lecturer; teaching subjects which included: renewable energy resources and world regional geography. In 2015, I officially became a teacher after successfully completing my PGCE at the Birmingham City University in England.

As a teacher I have also gained experience in a prison setting teaching mathematics to a wide age range and ability of students and different learning levels, whilst I have been able to use the knowledge that I obtained from the course in practice.

Besides having published a number of articles and books, I am the founder and series editor of Frugeo's journal called Geographical Locality Studies.

I am a registered member of the Hungarian Geographical Society (MFT), and the Association of Teachers and Lecturers (ATL).

Teaching Experience:
Being a 'good' teacher is a subjective opinion that I cannot state about myself. I am experienced in a wide-range of teaching environments from primary/secondary school-aged pupils to adult/prison learning and higher education.

People who have observed me teaching in the past have had positive criticism of my work and mentioned how efficient and encouraging my lessons and teaching methods are. In my opinion, to be a good teacher it is essential to be flexible with the environment you work in and have to have comprehensive knowledge both in outdoors and in classroom settings. You have to experience and observe the outside world for you to engage and maintain properly an enthusiastic class when teaching geography.

The qualifications and the reputation I have obtained in Geography are the results of an enthusiasm I have had since my childhood for this subject area and it is still part of my daily life that comes to life through my own business and its journal.

Geography is not only my profession, but is also my hobby that is present in my life with all of its aspects, whether it be examining a piece of rock or talking about coffee beans, I can discuss both in an academic sense as well as out of personal interest. The diverse use of language therefore is important when encouraging others on geography and the key is to find a common interest between subject and receiver for them to understand and to be inspired by what they are learning. For example, when teaching in the prison, Mathematics combined with Geography suddenly becomes more interesting and therefore engaging.

Tutoring Approach:
For a researcher with a deep understanding about the Earth's mechanisms, Geography will always reserve a high number of mysteries. Research is the foundation for everything that is taught and this will always be exciting for me to do. But the implementation of this new knowledge may be challenging, that is why you have to keep thinking of new teaching methods to improve the quality of the subject that you are teaching. For this reason, it is essential to assist the younger generation for them to become capable to deal with geography related topics and issues.

As originally a researcher with a non-British educational background and with a very colourful and diverse interest in Earth Sciences, I am able to shake things up. My aim is to develop people's knowledge, foster their understandings on geography and help them achieve the required goals set by the school/exam board which I hope will motivate them into using geographical knowledge in their daily lives.

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Personal Description:
NOTE: LEARNING FROM THE SAFETY OF YOUR OWN HOME THROUGH SKYPE OR IN PERSON ONE TO ONE if you are local to me. I HAVE AN ACCESSIBLE RATE OF £25 p.h. for Adults learning and £30 p.h. for those within education.

- Qualified with over 25 years of experience in professional Photography, Cinematography and Website Design. I bring a multi-disciplined skills base to the table.

- I have experience supporting those with Learning Disabilities, so whoever you are and whatever struggles you have with your interests in Photography, Website Design or IT skills, I can support you to explore achieving your goals.

- I deliver learning in a way that will best equip you to be self-confident and competent with the necessary skills in which to grow. Suitable for the young and old.

- I am personable, friendly, and patient. I take great care with all my work, so you get the very best learning experience from your investment in these lessons.

Teaching Experience:
I have developed specific experience and abilities in helping improve individuals' skill base. Whether it is Photography for personal use or your work, whatever you wish to learn or improve on I can deliver the learning experience that will help you grow.

I was a tutor at Carshalton College for a time and have extensive experience with personal tuition one-to-one for all abilities.

I've taught both young and mature students.

Those with Learning Disabilities:

I work with two charities in SEN (Special Educational Needs) and Adult Social Care. I believe all should have the opportunity to access their aspirations and reach their potential. I am particularly interested in supporting those with Learning Disability using and excelling in areas such as Photography, Website Design and Use, and IT-related skills. This will open up a world of access opportunities.

I can support you/your child/ren as a private or within a group Jobs Coach context. Do get in touch.

Tutoring Approach:
Accommodating support for all ages and abilities, from the young in their education through to Adults (Professional skills or to pursue a hobby).

I have a DBS/CRB certificate as I work with people with Learning disabilities.

Photography:
Whether you are an absolute beginner or a serious photographer who wants to expand on their techniques in Photography for professional use or a casual amateur who wants to become competent at handling a compact camera to create compelling lasting photographic memories, whatever your requirements I can deliver the learning that will enable you to achieve.

Photography skills covered, for Beginners / Intermediate / Advanced learners:
- Camera craft (Digital or Film)
- Understanding exposure
- The appropriate use of depth-of-field
- Studio Flash Photography
- The art of composition
- Editing and managing your digital photographs with your computer
- Colour balancing
- Photo-retouching with Photoshop (or another photo enhancement software)
- Photo-manipulation

Website Design
- Mastering WordPress and essential tools
- Designing for your Audience
- Compelling Copywriting
- Communicating your Value Proposition
- Creating and Compiling Quality Assets to use in your Website
- Using the Power of Video on your Website
- YouTube, the gateway to engagement

Computer Skills
- Use of Microsoft Software
- Use of Adobe Software
- IT skills

I work at my student's pace. Learning-to-Task approach (The lessons are tailored to what you want to achieve, with the most effective route delivered to your learning styles). From the ground up, you/the student will understand all the principles and application of the skills you want to gain.

I use reinforced learning methods so you are left confident that you can achieve the desired results on your own.
I follow these lessons with the option of remote telephone/Skype support if ever you get stuck.

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Personal Description:
I am married with a daughter at university and a son at college. I am interested in many different things, from sports to wildlife. I think I am friendly and fun, and because I have tried learning foreign languages myself, am sympathetic towards my students needs!

Teaching Experience:
I have actually taught TEFL for about 10 years (and have been in the TEFL business for much longer, publishing books for TEFL). I have worked in Japan, Egypt and Spain and also taught at the IH Executive School in Piccadilly, London. Since 2009 I have specialised in teaching 1:1, all types of students, from young learners to senior business people.

Tutoring Approach:
My approach is to find out what the student wants and needs and then to try to give it to them in a logical and effective way. I try to make the lessons varied, interesting and relevant. The aim is always to help the student get closer to achieving their language goals.

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Personal Description:
I am a Tutor in English for Academic Purposes at a large UK university. In this role I teach both Academic English and General English.

Over the past thirteen years I have taught in the UK, Italy and Libya. I have taught in private schools, state schools and universities. In addition, I have taught students of all levels from beginners to advanced and all ages from 3 to adult.

I am an experienced online tutor with over 250 hours taught via Skype.

Teaching Experience:
Lecturer in English for Academic Purposes at the University of South Wales (5 years)

Teacher Trainer/English Teacher British Council Libya (3 years)

British Institutes Trento, Italy (2 years)

Private tutor in TESOL (2 years)

Cambridge IELTS examiner

Cambridge IGCSE Assistant Examiner

General English, Academic English and English for Specific Purposes (e.g. Business English)

Tutoring British and European History ages 11-18 (UK)

Tutoring Approach:
In teaching English as a foreign language I follow the communicative approach. This means plenty of communication between the student and tutor, rather than spending the whole lesson working through grammar exercises.

My lessons are student centred, which means that each lesson is about the student. My materials are carefully tailored to the individual student and not a 'one text fits all' course book. I try to make my lessons relevant to my student's needs, for example, if you are a chef I base my lessons on cookery; if you work in a shop I base my lessons around retail; and if you are studying for IELTS or residency, I will tutor you for that. Just tell me what you want to do and I will do my very best to help you realise your dream.

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Personal Description:
I work face to face in private sessions with individuals and families.
I also tutor online.
KS1 and KS2 English, and English as a Foreign or Second language.
I proofread any written English documents, specialising in academic documents (PhD, Degree, University and College applications etc.), that are written by non-native speakers of English, or people requiring Literacy support., or just double checking.
Adult literacy support and any age dyslexia help are also available.

Working locally in Cornwall, Online with China and Australia, and experience in Spain, Thailand, and many intensive courses with
language schools in the UK.
Previously working with Cornwall Council with Family Learning and Adult Literacy Support.

Teaching Experience:
Alumni Plymouth University
Bsc Hons Horticulture 2011
Trinity Certificate Level 5 TESOL

From 2012 Teaching and Academic Support Career


March 2012. Careerline.com. Australia.- Horticultural Distance tutoring online.
Teach over 83 courses ranging from Aquaponics to Viticulture.
Student base increasing continuously.

August 2012 Teaching Personnel - Tutor and Learning Support bank Cornwall.
S.E.N School Children
Literacy, Numeracy, English as a Second Language, and Horticulture

September 2012 Cornwall Council/Eden Project -Commissioned to tutor 'Seeds, Soups and Sarnies', Grow, Cook, Eat and Share, food in community. Developed by Eden Project and Family Learning.
At various locations in Cornwall Inc Malabar Nursery Truro-with WILD mothers under 25 group; Children's Centre St Ives; Perranporth Childrens Centre, Pendeen Childrens Centre. Running several sessions in each place.

October 2012 Penwith Community Development Trust -Mentoring long term unemployed with mental health issues-

November 2012 Private literacy tutoring 6 year old girl

January 2013 Link into Learning Literacy Support Tutor Specialising with Dyslexia. .


February 2013 Teaching Personnel -Initial placements Teaching Assistant SEN schoolchildren



English as a Second language


July 2012 SUL Language School .
13 day Non-Residential tutoring plus admin/lesson planning etc.
French teenagers
Falmouth,Cornwall

September 2012 S.U.L Residential Autumn School 28th Oct - 4th
Teaching hours plus admin/lesson planning etc. Excursions/Activities.
Taunton, Somerset

April 2013
Private ESOL tutoring for Austrian family.
Adults and teenagers.
St Ives Cornwall
Online follow-up support

July & August 2013 Kent School of English (British Council Accredited) -
Commissioned as tutor for Summer Schools
Teenage Italian and German pupils.
Penzance.Cornwall.


SPAIN from September 2013 - June 2014
Escuela de la Playa La Cala del Moral. Malaga
Cambridge B1 Exam Preparation Teenagers
Tutor support 10-11 year olds
Individual tuition- Brain Surgeon
Training received- Cambridge B1. Face to Face.PET.

Academia Atlantico Rincon de la Victoria, Malaga
Cambridge B1 exam preparation, whilst teaching at B2 level
Cambridge First Certificate
10-12 years old Trinity A2
Spanish students Age 10 - 18


Inlingua. Malaga
EFL Tutor bank

UK Summer 2014

June 2014 Sprach und Aktiv Muchado.de
Private residential tutor for German tour party.
Adults
North Cornwall.


June 29 - Aug 16 2014
EFL tutor - Xploretheworld.com

Training 1 week Stowmarket Suffolk.

Teaching
Residential - Westonbirt School, Gloucestershire
Lead-Teacher Duties
Anglia Examinations (Cambridge ESOL)
Elementary, Intermediate (B1) & Advanced (B2) Levels
Preparation Mocks Invigilating exam sessions Managing related administration
Grading and assessing Entry exams

Students age 10 - 17
Spanish German French Chinese Libyan Russian Portuguese Mexican Italian Serbian





January 2015 - May 2016
Tutor- Cornwall County Council
Family Learning Literacy & numeracy through creative activities -
Sessions in pre-school nurseries, for adults and children

Gardening,Storysacks, Art & Crafts, Music & Rhyme, & Puppets in Garden settings, Story Gardens

Childrens Centres: (Cornwall)
Troon, Treloweth, Helston, Camborne, Perranporth,Penzance





Private Clients 2013/2014
Architect . Malaga - Cambridge B1 preparation, including Face to Face -
Brain Surgeon . Malaga - Conversation-
Co-ordinator, Medicin Sans Frontiers - Malaga Business English -

Alhambra Institute Malaga
Editing website. Proof reading & correcting English.

2015/2016
Adult dyslexic Falmouth University -Undergraduate Music Degree proofread, writing assistance, and academic support
Adult Foreign Student Exeter University - proofread, writing assistance, and academic support PhD' Teacher Leadership amongst Teachers of English as a Foreign Language in Saudi Arabia Balance of face to face work & distance support
Adult Dyslexic-Private lessons Reading & writing
Adult Foreign Student Birmingham University- Undergraduate Political History - proofread, writing assistance, and academic support Distance support.

Children, German- Private English lessons Balance of face to face work & distance support


2017
UKUni,com - Proof Reading and editing University applications for non native English speakers. Mainly Chinese.
Private ESOL tutoring Professional Lithuanian IT teacher Advanced English
KS3 student -Dyslexic boy Referral from Home School Tutoring Agency,Cornwall

2018
KS2/Advancing to KS3 student - Girl
- 94 year old visually challenged WW11 veteran. (Commission from Blind Veterans Association)

Proofreading and editing;
- Diploma application - Austrian student.
- Dissertation (Undergraduate). Tanzanian student. Cardiff University

ONLINE TUTORING: Waypal (Beijing) Chinese schoolchildren. One to one lessons.





CPD

Family and Adult Learning - Cornwall Council

Workshop: Dyslexia, and it's effects on memory and behaviour 2013
Workshop: Food Fit - Healthy eating Lifestyle change 2012
Workshop: Moodle usage. For tutors and clients 2103
Workshop: Equality and Diversity in your Professional Practice. 2013
Safeguarding Tier 1 (Cornwall County Council) 2013
Workshop: Dyslexia. How to identify it and enable learning. 2013
Workshop: Smartboard use 2013
Personal Learning Plans 2015
Effective feedback 2015
Moodle usage 2015

Other
Learning Spanish: Language intensive. Private lessons. Inter-Cambio.
Safeguarding Children. 2014 (Suffolk Police)
Prevent. September 2015 Cornwall Council
Webinar TOEFL Resources Speaking and Writing. December 2016


Qualifications
(Relative to Teaching only. Others numerous & available on request)

Numeracy level 2 August 2012
Literacy Level 2. March 2012
PTLLS Level 4 Truro and Penwith Combined colleges. December 2011
TESOL (Trinity Cert.Level 5)Truro and Penwith Combined colleges. December 2011
First Aid in the Workplace Helston (St Johns Ambulance) May 2010
Health and Safety in the Care Sector Redruth 2008

Awards

Institute of Horticulture Mentoring (Pilot Mentoring Scheme for Industry)
Certificate presented 8.10.2011 IoH AGM Chelsea Physic Garden
Guild of Agricultural Journalists Runner Up John Deere National Award for Agricultural Journalism. Certificate and prize presented 13.10.11 Royal Hall of Stationers


Directorship :-
'Nature Workshops' Outdoor Education.

Tutoring Approach:
My tutoring method is a creative and co-operative approach with the student, and family when appropriate.

Each student's academic needs are different, as are their learning styles.

I respond to the requests of the student, and create lessons accordingly - having a variety of materials, and access to further materials as required.

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Personal Description:
Hi I have already secured a LLB hons degree from University of London with overall 69.8% high 2:1 and finished my LLM - Masters of Laws at QMUL with Merits and skills range from corporate to tax. I have been teaching bachelor law students for almost four years with guaranteed results for those who just do what i tell them to and upto yet i can proudly say my students have achieved distinctions and merits.

I have been working as a corporate lawyer for in a legal 500 recognised tier1 firm. Now I'm onboard with a Oil & Gas (Upstream) group as their Senior Legal and have started my own Law Firm as well, which deals in Energy, Corporate/Commercial, Transactional Work, Project Finance, International Tax, PPP, Contracts, E.t.c.

I'm happy to assist and help as much as possible.

Teaching Experience:
I have been teaching and freelancing for over 5 years with exceptional grades from Distinctions to Merits in different legal aspects inclusive of modules at Undergraduate and Postgraudte levels inclusive of those covering transnational aspects.

Further, with respect to our range of Services, we provide assistance in: BVS, BPTC, SQE, LLM, LPC, LLB, Articles, Journals, Research Documents, Project Feasibility, etc.

Tutoring Approach:
To me tutoring is about spreading knowledge.

The key is: focus, eye for detail and extensive research along with critical analysis building.

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Personal Description:
I've completed my Masters in Chemical Engineering at the University of Birmingham, following my A-levels in Chemistry, Maths, and Biology, where I achieved A*AA. I'm eager to expand my experience in private tuition, helping students excel academically. My previous experience has helped me hone my communication skills, enabling me to connect with students at all levels. I'm committed, reliable, and passionate about supporting students in any way possible. Having recently navigated the education system myself, I understand what it takes to achieve top grades. Whether it's note-taking, answering questions, or mastering revision techniques, I'm here to help your child reach their full potential.

Teaching Experience:
Private Tuition

I have previously worked with many students across key age groups
These include:


11+ Entrance Exams
Key Stage 3: Ages 11-14
Key Stage 4 GCSE: Ages 14-16

Tutoring Approach:
In my lessons, I focus on building a strong foundation of core concepts through clear explanations and practical examples. I tailor each session to the student's needs, ensuring they fully grasp the material. We'll work through problem-solving techniques, past papers, and personalised exercises to boost confidence and achieve academic success.

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Personal Description:
I'm Barry. I'm 46. I've been a qualified teacher for 14 years. I enjoy travelling, camping and outdoors activities as well as going to concerts and festivals and other events.

Teaching Experience:
I've spent the past few years teaching post 16 further education students with educational and behavioural needs in a vocational education setting. I have also taught ESOL/TEFL both in Britain and various locations overseas. Earlier in my teaching career I taught Humanities subjects in Secondary schools

Tutoring Approach:
Adaptable depending on what the student needs. Should be purposeful without losing the fun of learning.

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Personal Description:
I have a first class Honours degree in History and a Ph.D and I taught History and Politics in both a sixth form college and a local grammar school for many years. I am patient, friendly and approachable and I also have three children of my own who have been through the GCSE/A level process as well as helping many private tutees for over 15 years and so have a wide experience of the problems that students can experience during their education. I really enjoy teaching and like being able to offer my students one-to-one attention during tuition. I offer mainly online tuition nowadays but am happy to either offer tuition in your home (up to a certain distance from my home) or to have your son or daughter come to my home for tuition.

Teaching Experience:
I am now retired but I taught for 27 years at secondary and further education level with a focus on 16 years and upwards. My specialist subjects were History and Politics which I studied at degree and postgraduate level. I have a great deal of experience of helping students prepare for the requirements of these examinations and of assisting them in securing excellent grades so that they can fulfil their potential.

Tutoring Approach:
I believe in flexibility. Different students have different needs which often change during a period of tuition and I believe in full consultation with the students and their parents. Generally, however, I find it most helpful to go over past questions with students to help them improve their examination technique. I have a proven track record in building up students' self-confidence, helping them cope with the demands of the examinations and helping them to make the most of their abilities.

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Personal Description:
Hi, I'm Nicola - a final year graduate medical student at the University of St Andrews.
I have a BSc (Hons) in Biology also from the University of St Andrews.

Teaching Experience:
I have worked as a tutor for 4 years now, and I have tutored a variety of subjects and ages, from primary to SQA highers.

Tutoring Approach:
I teach sailing during the summers to children and adults alike, so I can quickly adjust topics and lessons to be suitable for different age ranges. I love working out how each individual learns best and strive to ensure everyone I teach reaches their full potential. I want to make the learning process fun and enjoyable, and not be seen as a chore! I tailor my lessons to the student's abilities and personality. I try to link the subject to their interests, as I believe that people learn best when they are interested in a subject and can see the relevance of what they're studying.
I have personally sat exams in both the Cambridge IGCSE and Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher syllabuses, so I understand both the exam boards themselves and how to research the specifics of new exam boards. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions!

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