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Derek Levy - Social Care/ Policy, Sociology, Politics and Learning Disabilities Tuition in Leeds

Derek Levy Health and Social Care Tutor (Leeds)

Derek Levy

  • Leeds (LS17)
  • Last Logged In: 15 Dec 2011
  • Sex: Male
  • Can Travel To: BD HG WF
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Personal Message
I have substantial experience both in teaching academic subjects in Schools and Colleges to degree level, based on professional experience in the health and social care field. In addition I have a particular interest in supporting children and adults with a learning disability.
Which subject(s) do you teach?
I teach Social Care, Sociology, Social Policy and Politics. In addition supporting children with a learning disability.
Tell me about your qualifications.
I am a qualified teacher holding qualifications in Special Education and a MA in Social Policy.
What kind of experience do you have?
I have experience working in Schools and was a Deputy Head of a Special School before moving to become a Principal Officer in a Social Services Department.I have also taught the academic subjects noted at various levels in Colleges, Schools and FE Colleges.

I have also acted as a BTEC External Examiner in Social care subjects.
How much do you charge?
Basic charge of £25 per hour. Initial consultation free. Travel expenses by negotiation.
Where do you teach?
Teach either at home/ students' home.

Nearby towns:- Bradford;Wakefield; Harrogate or other West/North Yorkshire places.
When are you available?
Monday to Friday
9am - 6pm or by special arangement.
Which ages and levels do you teach?
As required by nature of the persons needs.
Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
Full CRB disclosure certificate held.
Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.
Via email and telephone.
Do you belong to any professional organisations?
Member of the Institute for Learning.
Where and with whom did you train?
Liverpool Institute of Education (CF Mott College of Education)
University of Leeds
University of York

My Articles

Linking theory with practice

I am particularly interested in linking teaching with my professional experience of working within the social care sector.Through experience of teaching at different levels, I have found that students progress more quickly when they have the opportunity of discussing and debating current issues based on articles from quality newspapers and...

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