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Sasha

Sasha

History and Geography Lessons in Clapham

I am an experienced tutor, providing high-quality tuition in a range of subjects. I am an MPhil graduate from the University of Cambridge. My undergraduate degree was in History and South Asian Studies from the University of London.

In my free time I enjoy playing classical music which includes singing, clarinet, sitar, and voice. I also enjoy reading, cooking, long walks and travelling.

Tutoring Experience

I am an experienced tutor and teacher in History and Music as well as other humanities and social science subjects. I have worked as an in-person and online tutor for over 7 years, both privately and at top-tier tuition centres across London. In addition, I have given History workshops at different secondary schools across London and the UK, that aim to interest students in Global History.

I have worked as an Outreach Officer for a Widening Participation Organisation, that aimed to increased students of under-represented backgrounds in Higher Education. I taught subjects including History, Modern Languages, Geography and Politics at GCSE and A-Level, as well as helped students with their university applications. Many of my students received higher grades and later landed places at top universities.

I also work as a freelance History research consultant for different organisations across the UK and South Asia. I research, advice and contribute my specialist skills for a range of projects, mainly History documentaries and books.

I have also worked in India as an Art History Researcher, where I researched and curated both ancient and modern South Asian Art and artefacts for numerous galleries and museums across the India.

Tutoring Approach

Humanities:

My approach is focused on creating a tailored and engaging approach that relates to the students requirements, interests and goals.

Firstly, I am confident in the requirements needed by each exam board, and tailor sessions to ensure that students are confident in their core skills associated to these requirements. These can include writing a convincing argument, grammar and syntax, increase of diverse vocabulary, planning and time management and presenting.

I try to create writing assignments and homework that relate to the students own interests so that they can practise their fundamental analysis and writing skills in a creative way.
I ensure to place History education into a broader perspective beyond the textbook. I therefore like to include archival sources, sound recordings and secondary sources into homework assignments. I think it is important to encourage students to think independently and I hope that students develop an interest to explore the subject beyond their set curriculum and resources.

I make sure that my lessons are time-focused and engaging, so that we can go through material in a highly effective way. I expect tutees to be active and attentive during the lessons. Whilst my primary focus is on helping students develop their skills relating to achieving higher marks in exams, I also hope that students develop a long-term and creative interest in their topic.

Music:
I have studied Western classical music since the age of 8. My main instruments are Clarinet, Piano and Voice. I went to the Centre for Young Musicians, a division of the Guildhall School for 10 years, and have been a part of various London based orchestras, choirs and ensembles since. I completed my ABRSM Diploma in Voice in 2016, as well as Grade 8 distinction in Clarinet and Piano.

I am experienced in teaching Music academically and for performance (up-to Grade 5). I can tutor students in instruments privately or with their course work. I have taught at schools, given workshops and given group lessons at Music schools. I am also able to advise on applications to study music in Higher Education (conservatoire or university).

I also tutor on history and themes in Indian Classical Music. I train in Sitar and Hindustani Vocal music, as well as having researched Indian Classical Music history in an academic setting.

LanguagesEnglish (British), French, Hindi
AvailabilityWeekends, Weekdays (all times)
References Available On File

Qualifications

University of Cambridge2022MastersMPhil in World History
School of Oriental and African Studies2020BachelorsHistory and South Asian Studies
Centre for Young Musicians, London2016OtherDiploma in Voice - ABRSM
Centre for Young Musicians, London2014OtherClarinet - Grade 8 Distinction - ABRSM
Centre for Young Musicians, London2014OtherPiano - Grade 8 - Distinction - ABRSM
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HistoryIn-personOnline
Primary£40£36
Secondary£40£36
GCSE£50£45
A-Level£50£45
GeographyIn-personOnline
Primary£40£36
Secondary£40£36
GCSE£40£36
Religious StudiesIn-personOnline
Primary£40£36
Secondary£40£36
GCSE£50£45
MusicIn-personOnline
Primary£45£40.50
Secondary£45£40.50
GCSE£50£45
A-Level£50£45
CitizenshipIn-personOnline
Primary£40£36
Secondary£40£36
GCSE£50£45
A-Level£50£45
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