Clair

My name is Clair and I am an experienced teacher and tutor of English at Secondary Level, including GCSE and English as an Additional Language. I am passionate about my subject and always eager to help others improve and achieve their goals.

I have been lucky enough to travel and teach abroad in both The Netherlands and the USA. In my free time I love to read, travel and catch a film with my daughter.

Tutoring Experience

I have been a teacher and a tutor for over 16 years. In that time I have taught iGCSE and regular GCSE English at key stage 3 and GCSE English Language and Literature at key stage 4. Last year I started teaching A Level Language and Literature, which I am really enjoying.

I am also an examiner for the AQA exam board, which provides me with excellent insight in my teaching and helps me to provide students with a better understanding of the exam they will take.

In addition, due to the time I have lived abroad, I have taught English as an Additional language. I have prepared students for the Cambridge CFE and CAE exams, as well as helping students who are new to the country with their everyday English. I have also been lucky enough to train international PhD students in presenting in English.

Furthermore, I am part of a team of authors who create lesson materials for a well known educational publisher. I have done this since 2011 and it is truly an asset. This allows me to always be looking for new ways to help engage students and help them to learn.

Tutoring Approach

I am a calm and patient person, who will always go the extra mile to help students achieve their goals. I am always positive, enthusiastic and I am a firm believer in finding ways of working that fit each individual.

Prior to commencing tutoring, I will meet with parents/carers in order to gain a good understanding of the student's needs and how I can help in the best way possible. I will endeavour to refine exactly what is needed, so that every minute of tutoring time is optimised. Throughout tutoring, I am always available to discuss changes in needs and to provide updates and tips.