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Information About Andrew:

Personal Description:

Got a reluctant reader or writer? I can help and inspire them.

I worked in children's book publishing before becoming a fully qualified and GTCS-registered primary school teacher. I teach across all ages, stages, and curriculum areas within the primary sector. I have very high levels of literacy and numeracy. Publishing gave me a deep understanding of the processes involved in reading and writing. I enjoy bringing creative flair to teaching. My mission is to give children the tools to succeed in reading and writing.

My combined careers and my family background have given me a broad understanding of additional support needs and the challenges many learners face. I am multilingual and am able to apply my years of language learning to teaching English as an Additional Language.

Teaching Experience:

I have worked in many schools where I teach across all stages of the primary curriculum (Early, First and Second Levels). I work with children with a broad range of additional support needs as well as children who are just starting to learn English as an Additional Language.

I have a particular expertise in instilling a love of reading into reluctant readers, and for removing barriers to writing while building confidence.

Tutoring Approach:

I focus on the learner's individual tastes and preferences and try to make tutoring sessions accessible and interactive. I mix games and ICT with written challenges. A learner's engagement is key to their success and I draw on their interests to keep them learning and ensure they regularly enjoy success. I prefer to teach in person though may be happy to tutor online after I have built a relationship with my tutee depending on their individual circumstances.

Qualifications:

• PGDE Primary Teaching, University of Glasgow

Further Information:

Availability:	Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring:	Travels to you / Online
References Supplied?	Yes
Current DBS/CRB Check?	Yes
Additional Languages Spoken:	Arabic, Russian, French