BSc Economic History - London University
PGCE - Birmingham University Examine GCE/GCSESociology for AQA
Enhanced CRB Certificate
Member of Chartered Institute of Assessors
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Interview

Which subject(s) do you teach?
I taught History, Sociology, Citizenship until my recent retirement.

Tell me about your qualifications.
I have an Economic History degree from London University. After obtaining that degree I qualified as a Teacher at Birmingham University on a one-year PGCE Course.

What kind of experience do you have?
I have been a secondary school teacher for 30 + years. I have taught GCE Sociology for nearly ten years as Head of Social Science. Also I taught GCSE HIstory for about 20 years and 'O' and CSE levels before that. I have been Head of History at two other schools with experience as a Head of Year 10 and as an examinations secretary in the 1990s.

How much do you charge?
I charge £20-25 ph for individual students. I would be happy to negotiate over a group rate should it be necessary.

Where do you teach?
I teach in students' homes where they feel more comfortable. I can travel to other towns like Leamington Spa, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Solihull, so my work is mainly confined to South Warwickshire and the outskirts of Birmingham. Any greater distance would incur an increased tutor rate unfortunately.

When are you available?
I am available all weekday evenings from 5pm, including school holidays now that I have retired.

Which ages and levels do you teach?
I have tutored students age 7 to 19. At the younger age it is mainly Maths and 11+ preparation. From age 11 to 18 it has been Sociology and History to GCE and GCSE level but I can teach some \ks3 Maths

Do you have a CRB disclosure certificate?
I have a recent enhanced CRB certificate.

Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.
I set and receive work via my email address. I will endeavour to reply or mark work within 24 hours subject to other commitments. Marking will include suggestions for improvement where appropriate

Do you belong to any professional organisations?
I belong to the Chartered Institute of Educational Assessors to aid my work as an examiner for AQA.

Where and with whom did you train?
I trained at Birmingham University and did teaching practice at schools in Birmingham.

Tell me about some of your current students.
I have just completed preparing a student to re-take GCE History in January. He seemed to adapt to a more successful exam technique, so I am optimistic about his chances. At the same time I am tutoring a young student for the 11+ entrance exam and another for a 7+ entrance exam. All provide different challenges so I rely on my accumulated experience.

Do you have a personal message for students?
You can only do your best at any given time. No tutor can sit an exam for you so you have to negotiate an effective approach with your tutor and stick to it. Determination, ambition and a willingness to listen to new approaches may be necessary for success.

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Created: 01/02/2010