Fochabers Computer Studies / I.T. Tutors and Fochabers Computer Studies / I.T. Tuition

Personal Description:
To fill in later

Teaching Experience:
I am currently working as a teaching assistant for a special needs secondary school in Bromley Borough, having worked in the field of Information Technology for over 11 years. Working for a special needs school in the UK has given me an insight into education in the public sector. The reason I would like to teach Maths and ICT is that they are my favourite subjects. I have undertaken some private tuition in GCSE maths a few years ago and my current work is in the ICT department of my school.

Tutoring Approach:
I believe in one-to-one tuition because it gives the student an opportunity to ask questions about the subject matter, without being seen as stupid. Also, my experience in private tuition has given me an insight into the type of difficulty that students face. Since 2012 I have been working in schools, initially as a supply teacher and recently as a Maths Teacher mainly at GCSE level. I specialise in one-to-one and small group tuition (up to 4).

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Personal Description:
JUNE 2026

. Hello. I am a Qualified teacher, native to France. I worked for over 10 years in France, teaching in schools and colleges French, computer technology, IT and computer science. In 2010 my wife and I moved to England and I started teaching in schools and giving private tuition. Soon I was concentrating on individual one/two to one tutoring with people of all ages in their homes, places of business, universities or online via Skype. I have many students from referrals.
I am passionate about tutoring students, watching their progress and achievements. I am friendly and approachable and I really enjoy teaching, preparing the lessons for each student to ensure they reach their goals.

Teaching Experience:
Teacher working with 11 to 18 years old students, also as Head of Department in Secondary schools and colleges in France for 10 Years
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Tutoring since 2010 in England, mostly French, to children and adults from age 10 to 80+ for personal use, GCSE, A level, degree, and business.

I have been awarded Qualified Teacher Status by the English General Teaching Council

Tutoring Approach:
I work to maximise the benefits of learning from a professional, native, qualified French speaking teacher.

If you need for business, or just want to learn for pleasure, I can ensure you will learn in the best way.

If your child needs help and encouragement to improve their school French either at GCSE or at A level, I have a track record of success.

I personalise lessons to the needs of the student.

During the first meeting/lesson, I discuss with the students their current knowledge together with their aims and goals - then I can prepare the correct work for them. There is no charge for the initial meeting/introductory lesson.

I am very patient and work at the pace that is comfortable for the student, whilst ensuring they progress well. I write individual programmes for each student ;

I am confident that my methods are effective after several years of successfully teaching students GCSE, A and AS level, business and conversational French

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Personal Description:
I am a current mathematics teacher with a strong mathematical background (3 A-Levels in Maths, Degree from Cambridge).

I am available in school holidays (only) and am located about 12 mins walk from Farncombe train station. I can also tutor online via 'zoom' where travel is prohibited / unwise (we have been teaching via zoom for the last two months at school).

Teaching Experience:
16 years teaching secondary (GCSE / A-Level / IBDP) mathematics (and further mathematics); Currently teaching at Charterhouse School. 3 years teaching GCSE and A-Level Computer Science.

Tutoring Approach:
Tailored to the needs of the individual in question.

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Personal Description:
QUALIFICATIONS

- MPhil (Distinction) from University of Cambridge
- BEng (First Class Honors) from Imperial College London

AWARDS

Willis Jackson Medal & Prize - Imperial College London
Honorary Jesus College Scholar - University of Cambridge
Cambridge Commonwealth Trust Scholar - University of Cambridge

SERVICES

• Regular tutoring
• Exam preparation (identification and support in weaker areas, exam technique practice)
• Last minute exam sessions
• Advice for university applications
• Homework assistance
• Setting and marking of homework
• Confidence building
• University interview advice
• Mastering Word, Excel, PowerPoint (for professionals)

Teaching Experience:
EXPERIENCE

- Teaching Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Business Studies/Management, Computing and Electronics

- Taught over 75 diverse students since 2009, usually for several months, providing support to students consistently through the academic year

- Experienced in tutoring degree level students

- Conducted remedial classes to Business Management undergraduates at the University of Cambridge

- Guided university level students in preparing first class coursework assignments and final year dissertations under tight deadlines

- Successfully supported two students in preparing for their Oxford University entrance exams

- Coached a student for his Imperial College London interview for Mechanical Engineering (MEng Mech Eng)

STUDENT FEEDBACK

"Umer explains things in a clear and concise manner and has made learning Physics ever so fun for me. He is punctual and continuously tailors his teaching style to suit the needs of the student he is teaching." - Kalpna, A2 Mathematics

"More often that not, students spend a considerable time studying unimportant things. Umer has the ability to channel the effort of his students in the right direction, resulting in effective exam preparation. If it wasn't for him, my son wouldn't have scored so well in his exams." - Carlos, A2 Mathematics, A2 Physics

"Umer often uses visual aids to explain abstract concepts. He takes time to understand the interests of his tutees and then uses something of their interest to explain complex phenomenon to them. This really keeps the child motivated and involved. Hats off to his teaching style." - Roma, AS Physics

"Umer has tutored me from grade 8 through to A level. He is knowledgeable, reliable, patient and always polite. He constantly maintains a positive approach and encourages me even when I perform badly. He also helps me organise my study schedule and remained a great source of motivation for me. I would blindly recommend him to anyone!". - Basa, Mathematics (grade 8, GCSE, AS, A2)

Tutoring Approach:
- The underlying factor for my success is my ability to change my style of teaching according to each student's ability

- I provide practical and lively examples to explain concepts in Maths, Physics and Chemistry

- I guide my students towards obtaining correct answers with a series of well-placed questions rather than providing them with information to `rote learn`

- Tipping exam questions is a common practice and I can do this nearer to exam period

- I am very patient and endeavour to remove the abstraction in mathematical concepts through simplification of seemingly complex procedures

- I am a strong believer in building a good relationship with my students

- I tend to focus on harder exam questions early on so that students are not overwhelmed with them nearer to exam time

- Providing students with visual representations in science works wonders in establishing their concepts

- Asking students to teach back what I taught them some weeks ago also helps in improving their communications skills besides serving as a revision tool

- Providing students a clear mental image of the process being taught when teaching sciences. For instance, explaining the concept of electric current by modelling it as a flow of water

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Personal Description:
My name is Toufic, I'm 40 years old originally from Lebanon. I have an Engineering Degree in Software Development from the University of Burgundy (France), and a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) with Distinction from Bradford University (UK). I am currently working as the Web Development Manager in a company in Bradford.

Teaching Experience:
I enjoy teaching, and love sharing my knowledge with different types of people, either young beginners or adults.
I helped many young students who had difficulties in their academic studies. But I also taught adults and professionals both IT skills and the French/Arabic language either spoken or written.
Special discounts given for students wishing to learn Arabic!

Tutoring Approach:
Tutoring is all about caring and patience. I'm a very calm person who enjoys talking to people and knows how to teach in a fun and relaxed way.
First introduction hour is given for free for us to discuss your needs and the approach we'll take for teaching!
Special discounts given for students wishing to learn Arabic!

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Personal Description:
I am a successful teacher with seventeen years experience teaching and leading a department in a secondary school in Leeds. I have worked as a private tutor and examinations marker in previous years and therefore have a detailed understanding of how to meet the requirements of the examinations.

Tutoring can be offered face to face or through Skype or Zoom.

Teaching Experience:
I have seventeen years experience teaching ages 11-18. I have taught Key Stage 3, OCR Nationals, Cambridge Nationals, BTEC and A Levels in Business and ICT. I specialise in exam technique and practice.

Tutoring Approach:
I am a friendly yet driven tutor who will help to maximise the outcomes, I can adapt my style to suit the needs of the tutee.

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Personal Description:
Hi,
I have a Ph.D. in computer Science, which involved combining machine learning with cyber security. I also have bachelor's and masters degree in cyber security in computer science. I have taught programming language like python during my bachelor and masters program. In addition to that i have taught cryptography, cyber security and machine learning

Teaching Experience:
I have 15 years teaching experience teaching python programming languages to Adults, undergrads and master students. I have also taught data mining using Microsoft excel , and tool such as Weka, and Python .

Tutoring Approach:
One to One - focussing on parts of the curriculum where the student is having difficulty in understanding
Create a deep understanding and confidence in answering exam questions and being able to tackle new and unfamiliar problems. The student is encouraged to think and make new connections for themselves. One-to-one personal tuition has a unique value to students because of the ability to resolve the students' personal barriers to learning in a way that lays the foundations for a deep and lasting understanding of the subject.

Depending on the student's needs and learning style I encourage students to think for themselves, using real-world examples wherever possible. I start from topics the students are comfortable with and move gradually towards more complex areas as their confidence builds. I use questions and examples to check understanding continually. I don't lecture to students or ask them to memorise things. Nor do I do the students' homework for them!

With programming language my approach is first to build confidence of the student by implementing the solution using various simple approaches like an algorithm or with a flow chart and then convert them into programming syntax. This approach not only will help you master any programming language quickly but improve ones analytical skills as well.

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Personal Description:
I am a native Chinese speaking fluent standard Chinese Mandarin and English, and have taught Chinese Mandarin for over 18 years in Birmingham, and currently work part time for a local mainstream school in UK.

I am also an experienced English and Maths tutor and a certified 11+ teacher and have a very good success rate with all of my pupils for passing 11+ tests, successfully grabbed places in local grammar schools and private schools, and achieving higher GCSE grades.

Teaching Experience:
I have taught Chinese Mandarin for over 20 years to students from different countries with diverse linguistic backgrounds in UK. I have experience in teaching Chinese at various levels including GCSE, A level and HSK. I currently work part time for a local mainstream school in UK.

I am also an experienced English and Maths tutor and a certified 11+ teacher and have a very good success rate with all of my pupils for passing 11+ tests, successfully grabbed places in local grammar schools and private schools, and achieving higher GCSE grades.

Tutoring Approach:
I am a patient, passionate and dedicated female teacher and have a track record of helping students achieve top grades and dramatically improve their attainment. My lessons are tailored to meet each student's need, interesting and motivating.

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Personal Description:
Hey! I am an A-Level student looking to consolidate my knowledge by helping others. I achieved all grade 8s and 9s at GCSE level (this is equivalent to As and A*s). I have a vast skill base. I have been head boy, prefect and a young leader.

Teaching Experience:
Tutoring students in the lower school

Tutoring Approach:
I believe that teaching students on their level and disregarding the formalities like 'sir' or 'miss' builds a stronger bond between tutor and student. I am very patient and I am very capable of changing the wording so you understand. I can also provide you with my own revision notes that got me my awesome grades.

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Personal Description:
My Name is Ross and by day I am an IT professional. I have been working in IT for the last 12 years and have worked in an educational institute for 11 of those years. I have recently moved to Cornwall and now work as an IT Services Manager. I provide training on the following topics..

Office 365 / OneDrive
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Windows 7 / 10
Any day to day IT requirements

Teaching Experience:
During my last position one of my key roles was to ensure that all members of teaching staff were fully trained in any IT applications we used at the school. I delivered training to 200+ members of staff either in a one to one manner or class based IT training. Whether you need to brush up on your IT skills which you already have or are completely new to IT, I can provide basic IT training or advanced training courses and can tailor training courses based on people's skills.

Tutoring Approach:
My approach to training is to build on what skills you already have and with communication we can get you to a level you desire. Everybody has different levels which they wish to get to and with my very personal training courses I will cater training completely unique to you. I will provide you with documentation to go with the course materials which we go through remotely so you have something to take away with you at the end of the course.

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Personal Description:
GCSE & A-Level Computer Science Specialist (OCR Examiner)

I am Head of Computing and an official OCR GCSE Paper 2 Examiner (graded Excellent). I help ambitious students unlock the top grades they're truly capable of.

My Results:
The majority of my GCSE students achieve grades 7-9
Last year, my A-level OCR Paper 2 students averaged 99.6 out of 140 - significantly above the typical average

I teach both OCR and Edexcel at GCSE, with a sharp focus on exam technique and practical skills. At A-level I specialise in OCR, particularly algorithms, Big O notation, and the extended questions that separate good students from the very best.

My teaching combines deep subject knowledge with real examiner insight - helping students understand exactly what top marks require and how to deliver them under pressure.

If your child is serious about achieving a 7-9 at GCSE or an A at A-level, I'd love to help them get there.

Teaching Experience:
I have been teaching since 2010 and have been Head of Computing since 2012. I launched and have led the Edexcel GCSE Computer Science course since 2013 and have taught OCR A-level Computer Science since its introduction.

Since 2018 I have been an official OCR examiner for GCSE Paper 2, and in the 2025 series I was graded as marking to an 'Excellent' standard.

Tutoring Approach:
My lessons are structured, focused, and results-driven. I combine clear, engaging teaching with targeted exam practice to help students develop both deep understanding and strong exam technique.

Every lesson includes:

Focused teaching on key topics and exam skills
Practice questions with detailed, constructive feedback

Lesson notes and resources sent after every session

I also provide exam marking and personal statement support. All lessons are delivered via Zoom with flexible scheduling to fit around busy student timetables.

Here are some recent comments from parents of students I teach with names changed:

"You are an excellent teacher - thorough, efficient, and explain things very clearly."
- Rachel (parent of GCSE student)

"Thank you for your patience and guidance. James really likes your class and has made great progress."
- Parent of A-level student

"Sam got a 5 in Computer Science - we are so pleased. I wish we had found you sooner."
- Parent of GCSE student

"Alex scored 41 out of 50 in his end-of-year test - a huge improvement. We are over the moon with his progress and can't thank you enough for driving his passion for the subject."
- Parent of Year 10 student

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Personal Description:
I am a current Principal Teacher of Developing the Young Workforce as well as a Teacher of Computing Science within a Secondary School.

Teaching Experience:
I have been a classroom teacher of Computing Science since 2014 and have experience of teaching this subject at National 4, National 5 and Higher level. My preferred programming languages are Python and LiveCode but I have experience of marking Visual Basic as an SQA Marker.

Tutoring Approach:
I mainly offer online learning but can travel if manageable. I am available during weekday evenings or weekends.

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Personal Description:
I possess expertise in areas such as Python Programming, Java Programming, C++, Data Structures, IoT, Computer Networks, Operating Systems, Software Engineering, and Software Project Management. I am having the experience of instructing a wide variety of students, from beginners to those at the postgraduate level. My goal is to provide beginners with a solid foundation in programming concepts. Clarity and thorough understanding are my teaching priorities. I'm available to assist students with assignments and projects, whether they're at the undergraduate or postgraduate level. Additionally, I offer support for college students preparing for their UG projects and PG Project work. semester exams.

Teaching Experience:
I have 10+ years of Experience as professor

Tutoring Approach:
I will be using relevant environment for computer science .
If needed bitpaper and powerpoint presentation will be used.

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Personal Description:
Qualified Computer Science Teacher PGCE QTS with experience teaching A Level & GCSE at top independent schools, a Master's Degree from King's College London and experience working as a Software Engineer.

Teaching Experience:
I have taught at some of the top independent schools in the country, including North London Collegiate School and Berkhamsted. With industry experience as a Software Engineer in various fintech companies, I am equipped to teach students at all levels, from secondary through to post-university, covering KS3 to A Level.

I am dedicated to effective teaching and employ proven techniques such as interleaving, spaced repetition, step-by-step modeling, guided practice, and fostering enthusiasm, all of which contribute to a high success rate. I regularly research educational theory and practice, specifically, in and around Computer Science Pedagogy.

Tutoring Approach:
I enjoy what I teach, and love to continually learn, not only about my subject but also in theories such as Metacognition (learning how to learn) and Cognitive Load Thoery.

I take a friendly and down-to-earth approach, focusing on creating a relaxed and effective learning environment.

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Personal Description:
I am an experienced software engineer in financial industry focusing on building low latency trading and risk applications. I have experience in programming in Java and Python and can well-versed in multiple programming languages like c++ and R. I also have experience in using RDBMS/SQL and nosql.

I am also capable in system design and architecture. I can share my best practice in building complicated applications and this can help on tackling coding assignments and final year projects. Also for data science programming in python and handling large volume of data becomes crucial and I am able to provide fruitful advices

Teaching Experience:
I have experience in teaching/mentoring university graduates and adults with interests in programming and data science topics.

Tutoring Approach:
Instead of having boring lectures, I will provide hands on sharing in programming thru:

1. pair programming
2. troubleshooting and debugging skills
3. understanding of data structures and algorithms for example time complexity and space complexity
4. performance tuning tips
5. career advice for high bar software engineer positions (e.g. investment banks or FAANG like tech firms)

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Personal Description:
University Lecturer in Computer Science. Married with one child, and a dog (a schnoodle). I have seen my own son recently progress through schooling to university, learning Computer Science at different ages. In my own time I volunteer at a local rowing club.

Teaching Experience:
I have 15 years of experience teaching Computer Science at degree level, and for younger learners. I also run a national programming contest (called UKIEPC) to encourage young people to learn programming.

Tutoring Approach:
My tutoring can range from fun-focused exercises for young people, to curriculum-focused tutoring in preparation for exams. I encourage learners to engage with free programming challenge websites and professional platforms like github, that help to create a private online profile that can be made public and used in a CV for university and job applications.

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Personal Description:
I am an experienced Computer Science and Mathematics tutor with over 14 years of teaching students aged 9 - 18 across KS2, KS3, GCSE, and A-Level. I hold an MSc in Computer Science from Birmingham City University and have a strong track record of helping students excel in exams through personalised lesson plans, structured guidance, and homework support. I specialise in making complex topics simple, engaging, and easy to understand, while building confidence in problem-solving and exam preparation. Lessons are delivered online , offering flexible, interactive learning tailored to each student's needs.

Teaching Experience:
I am an experienced Computer Science and Mathematics tutor with over 14 years of teaching students aged 9 - 18 across KS3, GCSE, and A-Level.

Tutoring Approach:
My approach to tutoring is student-centred, focusing on building confidence and deep understanding rather than rote learning. I design personalised lesson plans that cater to individual learning styles and pace, ensuring students feel supported at every stage. I use clear explanations, step-by-step guidance, and real-life examples to make complex topics in Maths and Computer Science engaging and accessible. Regular homework support and practice tasks help reinforce learning and prepare students for exams. I also encourage open communication, so students feel comfortable asking questions and developing problem-solving skills. My goal is to create motivated, independent learners who achieve success.

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Personal Description:
A friendly and humorous Head of Computer Science.

* Head of Computing and ICT at school in County Durham. * Worked as 2nd in Department as Teacher of Computing at School in Durham where I taught for 9 years. *Specialise in Computer Science at GSCE OCR for both papers 1 and 2 as well as Python coding that will assist the students project and exam technique. *I also specialise at Computing at A Level OCR where I teach all the aspects of the paper one section of the course from Hardware, Software to the Mathematical side of Computing. * I am currently the lead mentor at my school for Computer Science trainee teachers where I aim to try and support the trainee as much as possible in the classroom to help them progress. * Currently exam mark for OCR at both GCSE and A Level. I also mark and moderate for the exam board for Imedia along with Cambridge Technicals Level 3 in IT. * I have plenty of hours of online tutoring offered to students and use the latest technology available to show progress for the students in my care. * Vast knowledge of IGCSE Computing where I have been tutoring international students. * Always try to keep up to date with the technology world that is ever changing, humorous and very outgoing personality. * Always felt that I have built up excellent rapport with students over the years and that it helps the students get the best possible results. * Father of 2 boys (14 and 11), enjoy all aspects of sport especially Cricket, Football and Golf.

Teaching Experience:
16 years as teacher.
3 of which I have been Head of Computing at my current school.

Teach across all key stages.

Vast experience at A Level Computing and GCSE Computing especially with OCR.

Tutoring Approach:
Always aim to build positive relationships with students. Make sessions fun so students engage.

Use Google Meet and offer Freeform board to students to help teach.

Always use exam style questions to boost knowledge.

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