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Gemma

Gemma

With 12 years experience of providing one-to-one supplementary education, I've worked with a diverse range of learners from many backgrounds with various learning needs, styles and qualifications.

As a life-long student, I have developed many revision and research strategies which have proven beneficial with all of my clients.

As a Fully Qualified Lecturer and Editor with a PhD in Creative & Critical Writing, I have with a breath of professional experience working in Secondary, Further and Higher Education establishments. I've also designed and delivered curricula for the Public Sector, Higher & Further Education and have delivered writing courses.

  • PhD.
  • Abstract & Literature Review Assistance
  • Research & Proposal Support
  • Exam Specialist
  • Professional Writer & Editor
  • Associate Editor for a UK Publisher
  • Publishing Author
  • Copy Editor
  • CV & Personal Statement Specialist
  • Interview Coach
  • Motivational Speaker
  • Performance Poet
  • Mentor & Tutor
  • Online Support
  • 100% Pass Rate

Tutoring Experience

As an editor, poet and novelist, Dr Gemma Howell draws on a wealth of practical, professional and educational expertise.

The primary function of tuition with Gemma is to provide bespoke private academic and vocational tuition.

Additional services include: Editorial Advice, Essay Guidance, Copy-editing and Proofreading, CV & Personal Statement Support, Practical English Language Support, Research/Proposal and Research Assistance.

  • 20 year's experience working within the of the UK Education System.
  • Exam Specialist, with experience of WJEC & AQA exam boards, and HE Requirements.
  • Private School Exam Entry & Interview Coaching Specialist. Result = Seven clients obtaining FULL Scholarships to private schools in Cardiff. A-Level client gained FULL Scholarship to Cardiff Sixth Form College (Best in UK).
  • Since 2013, Gemma's tutees have achieved a 100% pass rate, with learners attaining notable achievements including the success of 14 Cardiff students, one of whom won the prestigious Foyle's Young Poet of the Year Award 2014.

Tutoring Approach

Education is a Powerful Tool to Achieve Greatness!

I am incredibly passionate about education, and believe that it is fundamental to personal development, social mobility and life progression. My approach is tailored to suit individual learning needs, and is founded on the basic principles of teaching and learning, with a particular focus on independent learning and critical thinking.

All materials are linked to exams requirements and additional email support is provided.

I am a life-long student and have developed many revision and research strategies which have proven beneficial with all of my clients.

As a publishing author and professional editor, I also offer expertise in English Literature, & Creative Writing and with access to literary networks, I can assist in harnessing my student's creativity to develop their CVs for future career prospects and academic opportunities.

LanguagesEnglish (British)
AvailabilityWeekdays (all times)
References Available On File

Qualifications

Institute of Leadership & Management2010ProfessionalILM Levels: 3 & 5 Business Enterprise: Leadership & Management
University of Wales, Swansea 2008MastersEnglish & Creative Writing (Merit)
University of Wales, Swansea 2006BachelorsPolitics & Media 2:2
Newport University2012PGCEProfessional Graduate Certificate in Education

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