Rory

I support students to achieve their goals with Physics and Maths from KS3 through to A-Level. My sessions are adapted to the learner's needs as everyone learns differently. I create an engaging learning environment by asking for learner input.

With Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), I apply techniques, honed through my experience in the classroom, to make tuition effective. During my teacher training year, I taught Maths and Science in two separate academies in Bristol, UK. I also supported A-Level Physics students as a subject specific teaching assistant as well as one-to-one tuition. Since graduating, I have provided over 50 hours of one-to-one and small group tuition in Science and Maths.

Teaching approach: Each learner has specific strengths and weaknesses, learns in a different way and at a different pace. My sessions are adapted to the learner’s needs and are structured as follows.
During the first session, I use an informal assessment to understand the learner’s goals and aspirations. Together, we will establish how we are going to achieve these goals and aspirations by considering the learner’s preferred method of learning and prior knowledge.
Normal learning sessions involve the use of diagrams, videos and real life examples to understand scientific and mathematical theory. This will be followed by an I do, We do, You do activity, which provides scaffolding for the learner to approach exam questions with increasing independence.
Revision sessions involve the use of mindmaps, quizzes and exam questions to cover topics in a concise and efficient manner.
I encourage a high level of learner engagement. I ask that learners give me frequent feedback - tell me if any information is unclear and let me know what you like and dislike about the sessions. This helps me tailor the sessions for the learner.