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Elaine Barnes - Literacy/ English Tuition and Reading/Writing Tuition in Sheffield, Yorks

Elaine Barnes

Sheffield, Yorks (S11) View on map
Last Logged In: 23 May 2012
Sex: Female

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Early Years Education £25.00/hr
Handwriting £25.00/hr
Key Stage 1 English £25.00/hr

Key Stage 2 English £25.00/hr
Reading £25.00/hr

Personal Message: I have many years of successful experience as a teacher, specialising in teaching reading and writing. I enjoy finding ways to make learning fun and successful for each individual.
Which subject(s) do you teach?: My favourite subjects to teach are all literacy related - reading, writing, spelling, and handwriting. I am fascinated by the way children (and adults) learn to use language, and really enjoy helping learners to make progress. Whether you have a young/primary school child who might benefit from a little extra support, or an older child who needs to develop specific literacy skills, I will be able to help. For adults who have either basic literacy needs or who need to develop their use of writing and reading for specific reasons (eg essay writing) I can provide the right level of support and challenge, leading to success.
Tell me about your qualifications.: I have a Teacher's Certificate, a B.Ed. degree, a Master's degree in Reading, and a PhD. My doctoral research examined how young children learn to spell.
What kind of experience do you have?: I have many years of experience as a class teacher in infant and junior schools, and I have also worked as a literacy support teacher and as a teacher of children with English as a second or third language. I also worked for many years training student teachers. I am very skilled at analysing a child or student's current strengths, identifying future needs, and matching interesting learning experiences to the situation. I am used to giving regular feedback, setting achievable targets and goals, and motivating all learners. I have all the necessary academic knowledge and teaching skill, plus lots of enthusiasm, patience, and understanding.
How much do you charge?: My hourly rate is £25. I suggest that we have a brief initial telephone chat to establish what you are looking for. My first meeting with a child/student will be a thorough initial assessment session, and this will cost £15, regardless of how long it takes. Following this I will prepare a written report and action plan for the agreed period of instruction, after which you will be able to decide whether or not to continue with tutorial sessions. There will be no travel costs within Sheffield.
Where do you teach?: I have a car and will travel throughout the Sheffield area to work in your home. I might travel further afield in the right circumstances,although travel costs might apply. Chesterfield, the Peak District and Rotherham are all possible. I can also teach in my home if suitable.
When are you available?: I am flexible with times and days of the week, depending on my other tutoring commitments.
Which ages and levels do you teach?: I am willing to teach all ages and levels. If you feel I might be able to help you or your child to gain greater confidence,to improve skills, or to get greater pleasure from any aspect of reading and writing, please get in touch!
Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?: Yes
Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.: For essay writing tuition I can offer online support via email and Skype. Sample work will be set and assessed, followed by written and verbal feedback and support being provided.

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The beginning stages of writing

I remember my young sister getting into trouble for using her new set of felt tip pens on the kitchen wallpaper rather than in her colouring book. Many years later when working in a nursery I pinned large sheets of paper to the wall, and left jumbo markers around, hoping that the three year olds would do exactly the same! We all know...

My son is a good reader. Why can't he spell?

My son is a good reader – so why can’t he spell? I was asked this question by the mother of a boy who came to me for advice and help. He loved reading, and read widely, but his spelling was very poor indeed. Many people assume that reading and spelling are similar, so think that success in reading should lead to success in spelling, but in...

Listening to children reading - simple or not?

One of the most regular activities that primary schools ask parents to do is to listen to their child reading. Some schools understand the importance of this, and provide advice or training for parents, but many just send a Book Bag home, sometimes with a record sheet for the parent to complete, and expect the parent to “get on with...

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