Fintan P.

🎓 **Looking for a knowledgeable and experienced Computer Science, Maths, and Coding tutor?** **You've come to the right place!** With **5+ years of experience** teaching students from the **UK, Middle East, and the US**, I offer **tailored lessons** at all levels—from **coding for kids** to **undergraduate-level programming**. 📚 **Courses I Specialize In**: 1️⃣ **GCSE Computer Science** (OCR, AQA, Edexcel, Eduqas, WJEC) 2️⃣ **A-Level Computer Science** (OCR, AQA, Edexcel, Eduqas, CAIE, WJEC) 3️⃣ **KS2 & KS3 Computer Science** 4️⃣ 🐍 **Python Coding for Kids** 5️⃣ 💻 **BTEC IT** (Level 2 and 3) 6️⃣ **National 4 & 5 Computer Science** (SQA – Scotland) 7️⃣ 👨‍💻 **Programming Fundamentals & OOP** * Languages: **C, C++, C#, Java, Python** 8️⃣ 🌐 **Web Development** * Tools: **HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, jQuery** 9️⃣ 🗃️ **SQL / MySQL Basics** 🔟 ➕ **KS2 & KS3 Maths** 🧠 **Teaching Philosophy**: I believe that **every student learns differently**. I focus on: ✅ **Understanding your learning style and pace** ✅ **Student-centered guidance** ✅ **Clear explanations** ✅ **Real-life examples** ✅ **Hands-on coding exercises** ✅ **Regular assessments for progress tracking** ✍️ **Experience Highlights**: 🔹 Authored **challenging GCSE and A-Level Computer Science questions** for **OCR** 🔹 Contributed educational content for **Seneca Learning**, UK’s popular e-learning platform 📩 **Ready to start your learning journey?** Let’s unlock your full potential in **Computer Science, Programming, and Maths**—together! **Feel free to get in touch. 🚀** I hold a Master's degree in Computer Science (MSCS). To further enhance my skills and knowledge, I have obtained several certifications. These include a Software Development Life Cycle Specialization from the University of Minnesota, as well as certifications in Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python) and Python Data Structures from the University of Michigan. Additionally, I have acquired certifications in Responsive Website Basics: Code with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, as well as Responsive Web Design from the University of London. These educational achievements have equipped me with a solid foundation in computer science and practical expertise in various programming languages.

🤩 Meet Your New Favorite English Teacher Hello! I'm a friendly, patient, and supportive English teacher on a mission to help students of all ages confidently reach their language goals. I believe language learning should be an enjoyable, personal, and rewarding adventure, not a chore! What to expect in class: I create a positive and relaxed learning environment where you'll feel completely comfortable to speak, experiment, and grow. My lessons are engaging, practical, and focused on real-life communication. Whether your focus is boosting your conversation skills, perfecting your pronunciation, strengthening your grammar, or simply building unshakeable confidence, we'll get you there together. My Commitment to Your Success: Education & Qualifications 🎓 My formal education is dedicated to the field of language and early childhood development, ensuring I provide lessons that are both engaging and professionally grounded. I hold a Higher Certificate in Pre-School Education (NQF 5) from STADIO Higher Education . I am currently a registered full-time student at STADIO Higher Education pursuing a Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching (NQF 7). I completed a 120 Hour Advanced TEFL/TESOL Certificate from TEFL Universal , providing me with strong practical skills for teaching English as a foreign language to all ages. I hold Provisional Registration as a Student Teacher. My training covers lesson planning, classroom management, student development , and specialized English areas like free talk, daily talk, travel English, reading, and phonics. I am committed to ongoing professional growth so I can provide the most effective, motivating, and high-quality lessons to every student.

I have been tutoring online since April 2018, predominantly helping overseas students learn English as a foreign language. Curriculum has ranged from Oxford Reading Tree to Reach, using a variety of subjects to help their learning process. Having been diagnosed with severe dyslexia when I was young, I have always had an affinity with those who struggle with education, and have had to develop my own way to learn efficiently, and use this experience to help others. TEFL 120 Hours Certificate Bachelors Degree for the Arts I hold a bachelors degree in film, and have been a prolific writer since my childhood years. I also hold an HND in music production, and have previously tutored 9 to 15 year olds Djing and music production.

I’m a mechanical engineering student who enjoys learning, staying active, and improving at things over time. Outside academics, I train Muay Thai and play squash, which keeps me disciplined and focused. I’m naturally curious, patient, and I like explaining ideas in a way that actually makes sense to people. I value consistency, good communication, and personal growth, both in and out of education. I try to bring a calm, supportive energy to everything I do, because people learn best when they feel comfortable and understood. Dixons City Academy - achieved GCSEs 999999888777 Bradford Grammar School - achieved A-Levels A*A*AAA in Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Design Technology and Chemistry respectively. I studied for Chemistry independently. I am currently a full-time Mechanical Engineering (MEng) student at the University of Bristol, and I intend to do a placement year in industry in my third year.