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Amy

Amy

Online English Tutor

As Head of English and Literacy Lead at a large independent school, with over 13 years' experience teaching English Literature and English Language, I am passionate about delivering excellent teaching and learning, and instilling a passion for reading, writing, speaking and listening, through a range of different strategies, including: multi-modal teaching, interleaving and directed reflection time. I have a Bachelors Degree and a Masters Degree in English from the University of Cambridge, and over 10 years' experience leading English across key stages 3, 4 and 5.

Tutoring Experience

AQA examiner for GCSE English Language since 2017 (8+ years)
EdExcel examiner for A Level English Literature since 2022
IB examiner for English A: Literature since 2021
15 years' experience tutoring students for the 11+ and 13+ entrance exams, GCSE/IGCSE exams, A Level and IB (International Baccalaureate).

Tutoring Approach

I firmly believe that there is no glass ceiling when it comes to students' progress; students may have different starting points, but with perseverance and practice, an individual's achievements are limitless. I like to develop students' confidence with a combination of skills-based and content-based learning, incorporating a range of multi-modal learning, interleaving and student reflection, to embed behaviour-for-learning skills like reflection, resilience and a growth mindset.

LanguagesEnglish (British)
AvailabilityWeekends, Weekdays (evenings)
References Available On File

Qualifications

University of Cambridge2013MastersDegree
University of Cambridge2010BachelorsDegree
Department for Education (UCL)2024ProfessionalNational Professional Qualification in Senior Leadership
GTP (Southend-on-Sea)2012QTSQualified Teacher Status (Graded Outstanding)
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