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Which subject(s) do you teach?
I teach Maths from ages 7 up to University level, including adult learning.

Tell me about your qualifications.
I have a PhD and a first class MSci degree in Maths from the University of St Andrews.

What kind of experience do you have?
I have been teaching maths for 4 years at a wide range of levels, from lecturing big classes to one-on-one mentoring. I was a lecturer in maths at the University of Dundee and I teach school age students for their exams or just to improve their maths. I tutor a wide range of subjects at University level and also teach primary school children and adults.

How much do you charge?
My first class is a free taster session. After that I charge £30 per hour for home visits within 10 miles of St Andrews or in Dundee. For further distances I charge an extra £10 per 10 miles. Lessons at my home are charged at £25 per hour.

Where do you teach?
I am happy to travel to Dundee and anywhere in Fife including Cupar, Balmullo, Kirkcaldy, Leven, Anstruther, Glenrothes, Newport and Tayport. I will also travel to Angus and Perthshire, for a higher fee. If preferred, I am happy for students to come to my home in St Andrews.

When are you available?
I am available most days and evenings, both during the week and at weekends. Contact me for availability.

Which ages and levels do you teach?
I teach from age 7 up to University level, including adult learners.

Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
Standard Grade, GCSE, Higher, IB, University examinations.

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

Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.
I use Skype with a webcam.

Tell me about some of your current students.
Some of my students have started off convinced they are no good at maths and ended up top of the class!

Do you have a personal message for students?
I believe that everyone can understand maths if it is shown to them in the right way. My classes are a two-way process where we both listen and talk to each other. Together we will work out the path that is best for you and I will adapt my teaching style accordingly.

Articles

'I was terrible at maths at school'
Subject: Standard Grade Maths
Tags: maths, maths teacher, school
Created: 14/07/2011