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Hello, thank you for reading my profile. I am trained to teach dyslexic learners in higher and further education, regardless of the subject studied. I am also trained to teach English as a foreign language. I am experienced in tutoring English at all levels. I can also help with 11+ preparation, including English, Maths, verbal and non-verbal reasoning), general study skills and reflective writing, which is often required of students training in the caring professions such as teaching, nursing and occupational therapy. My approach is student-centered and I look forward to helping you succeed academically. Please contact me if you have any questions or need more information. Kind regards, Lindsay Nova

Interview

Which subject(s) do you teach?
I teach English as a Foreign Language. I also teach English Language and English Literature at all levels and prepare students for the 11+ exam. I am trained to tutor dyslexic learners in further and higher education and can help no matter what subject is being studied. .

Tell me about your qualifications.
I am trained to teach English as a Foreign Language and have CETLA certificate. I also have a degree in English and have studied the International Baccalaurate. I am trained to tutor dyslexic adults in further and higher education.

What kind of experience do you have?
I have experience teaching English as a Foreign Language in Japan. I taught students in small groups and on a one-to-one basis. In England I have tutored people from a range of countries on an individual basis, including children from the age of 4 upwards. In addition, I have experience in tutoring English GCSE, 'A' level, tutoring students in preparation for the 11+ SATs and I.B English and helping less confident students who could benefit from having personal attention and help with English. I also have experience in teaching study skills to dyslexic students in furhter and higher education. I also have experience in helping HE students with reflective writing, which is often required of students training in the caring professions such as teaching, nursing and occupational therapy.

How much do you charge?
My fee per hour ranges between £20 and £50. I offer a 25% discount for group lessons. I prefer to work from a fixed location, but will travel to student houses where time permits. I do ask that my travel costs of 25p per mile of a return journey are paid if I am required to travel.

Where do you teach?
I teach from my home in Greenhithe, Kent. There is residents' parking only outside my house before 4pm Monday-Friday but there are car parks nearby and I live a five minute walk from Greenhithe train station. If required to travel to students' houses, I am willing to travel for up to an hour each way.

When are you available?
I work from 10 a.m. to 8pm and can be flexible with my schedule. Please enquire for further details.

Which ages and levels do you teach?
I teach anyone from the age of 4. There is no upper age limit. I teach all levels.

Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
GCSE, 'A' level and I.B English language and English Literature exams, IELTS

Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
I have a CRB disclosure certificate.

Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.
I am willing and able to tutor via email and Skype.

Do you belong to any professional organisations?
I belong to ADSHE, an organisation for dyslexia support tutors.

Where and with whom did you train?
I have a degree from the University of North London. I trained for my CELTA certificate at Farnborough College of Technology and completed the International Baccalaureate at Exeter College in Devon. I was trained to tutor adult dyslexic learners in further and higher education at London Metropolitan University.

Tell me about some of your current students.
I am currently tutoring students preparing for their GCSE exams in English Language and Literature, students preparing for the 11+ exam, students in key stage 2 and 3 who require extra help with their schoolwork and children who have English as a foreign or second language.

Do you have a personal message for students?
Hello,
Thak you for reading my profile. I will always try to help you with your English or 11+ preparation in any way I can. I am also able to help if you need general help with study skills. I look forward to hearing from you.

Lindsay