Michaela V.

📚 Reception and Primary Teaching | Qualified 11+, SATs, Mathematics & English Teacher About Me: I am a dedicated and experienced teacher specializing in Reception and Primary Teaching, supporting learners from Reception Year up to Year 6 (ages 5–12). I offer engaging and interactive lessons in English, ESL (English Second Language), and Primary Mathematics, helping students build strong academic foundations while fostering a love for learning. ✨ I am a passionate teacher who always wants the best for her students and strives to go the extra mile to ensure they succeed. 💪 I have over seven years of teaching experience, including five years of one-on-one instruction and two years of online teaching. I am a fluent native English speaker with a Bachelor’s degree in Teaching. My expertise covers KS1, KS2, and KS3 learners, and I am fully capable of supporting students through Primary School as well as exam preparation for 11+ and SATs. 🏆 What I Teach: Reception Learners: 🎨 Play-based, nurturing lessons introducing early literacy, numeracy, and life skills. Primary Learners (Years 1–6): 🎯 Goal-focused, interactive lessons that encourage independence, critical thinking, and creativity. Subjects: 📖 English Language 🌍 ESL (English Second Language) 🔢 Mathematics 🗺️ Social Sciences (Geography & History) 🌱 Life Orientation / Life Skills ✝️ Religious Education 🧪 Sciences Exam Preparation & Specialized Support: 📝 Prepare Primary students for exams. 💡 Support learners with ADHD, reading difficulties, exam anxiety, and other learning challenges, providing tailored strategies to help every child succeed and feel confident. 🎯 Create lessons tailored to each student’s needs, combining structure with creativity to ensure confidence and engagement. Courses You Can Enjoy with Me: 📚 Reading, writing, and comprehension ✍️ Grammar, vocabulary, and sentence building 🗣️ Phonics, pronunciation, and speaking practice 🏆 Exam prep for SATs, KS1, KS2, and 11+ Why Learn With Me: 📖 Read and understand stories while having fun. ✍️ Write creatively and express yourself confidently. 🗣️ Speak and listen like a pro with games and activities. 🔤 Master spelling, grammar, and vocabulary through fun exercises. 🎵 Learn phonics and pronunciation in playful ways. 🏆 Prepare for exams with engaging, interactive lessons. I have a passion for art and creativity, which I integrate into lessons to make learning enjoyable and memorable. 🎨 I believe there is no such thing as a foolish question and strive to make every student feel supported, confident, and motivated to reach their full potential. 🌟 Preferred Age Group: 5–12 years old Languages: Fluent native English speaker 🗣️ I’m a hardworking and passionate teacher and tutor who truly loves helping students learn and grow. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Foundation Phase Teaching from North-West University in Potchefstroom, as well as a 120-hour TEFL certificate. I have experience teaching one-on-one to both children and adults, in-person and online, allowing me to tailor lessons to each learner’s needs. I have worked with children who face learning barriers, which has strengthened my ability to adapt lessons to different learning styles. I pride myself on being patient, understanding, and encouraging, and I always strive to make learning enjoyable, meaningful, and memorable. My lessons focus on building confidence, curiosity, and a genuine love for learning. I believe every student has unique strengths waiting to be discovered, and my goal is to help each child reach their full potential through support, consistency, and creativity. 🌟

Lower level: Mathematics GCSE: Mathematics A Level: Mathematics Exam Board Experience: Pearson Edexcel Languages: English (fluent) Greek (native speaker) Experience teaching students with ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Autism Preferred student age group: Any About Me: As a teacher of Mathematics, I have worked in both primary and secondary schools in the UK, Greece and Cyprus. Currently I am a teacher of Mathematics for secondary education, and I am also teaching adults as part of their CPD. When I am teaching, I use creative and critical thinking techniques to help my students to acquire in-depth understanding of fundamental concepts of mathematics. Part of my teaching consists of games, quizzes and other creative and fun activities that aim to make teaching and learning easier and more enjoyable. It is also important for me to help my students to learn how to solve word problems, which is a skill that students find hard to acquire. I enjoy walking, travelling, reading, sports and music. Lately I became fascinated with Space exploration and the possibilities that it creates for the development of new technology and how it helps improve living conditions on Earth. I am also interested in Artificial Intelligence and machine learning and how these are based on mathematical thought. I have a degree in Pure Mathematics from the Aristotle University of Greece, an MA in Mathematics Education from Leeds University in the UK and a PGCE in Mathematics from the UK. I have a Qualified Teacher Status to work in UK schools and I have 22 years of work experience in the UK, Greece and Cyprus.

I am passionate about teaching Maths because I enjoy helping students see that Maths is not something that is impossible but with help even the most complex topics can be broken down simply. It is especially nice when students come back to you with better results more confidence and a big smile. I can teach Mathematics for A-Levels and below. Big fan of football, cricket (which I play competitively for a club in the Surrey Leagues), video games and recently F1 I would like to preferably tutor students in secondary school, however I am open for Primary school students as well. Studied at Wilson's School: A-Levels: Further Mathematics - A*, Mathematics - A*, Physics - A*, Economics - A AS Levels: AAAA in Maths, Physics, Chemistry and Economics GCSEs: Further Mathematics(9), Mathematics (9), Physics (9), Chemistry (9), Biology (9), Latin (9), P.E (9), French (9), Geography (9), English Language (8), R.E(8), English Literature (7) Experienced in helping younger students with Maths Y7-12 for GCSE to A Level through various clubs and programs run through school.

I’m someone who is curious, motivated, and always eager to learn. I’m currently studying an undergraduate degree in Cybersecurity at university, and I really enjoy the challenge of exploring new ideas and developing practical skills that I can use in the real world. I like learning from constructive feedback because it keeps me motivated and helps me improve, both personally and academically. Outside of my studies, I have a range of interests that I’m passionate about. I enjoy reading, as it gives me a chance to explore new perspectives and ideas. I also like staying up to date with technology—I find it fascinating how quickly things change and how innovation affects our daily lives. I’m also someone who values keeping active, so I make time to go to the gym regularly. It helps me stay focused, disciplined, and energised. I like challenges and enjoy pushing myself out of my comfort zone. For example, in Sixth Form, I chose to study Business and Law without any prior experience. It was tough at first, but fully committing to it taught me resilience, adaptability, and the importance of perseverance. I’ve found that these qualities carry over into all areas of my life, whether it’s learning something new, staying disciplined, or taking on responsibilities. Overall, I’m a person who enjoys learning, growing, and taking on challenges. I like activities that stretch me mentally and physically, and I’m motivated by opportunities that allow me to develop myself and make the most of my potential. I successfully completed my GCSEs, as well as Level 3 BTECs in Business, Law, and IT, achieving two Distinction* grades and one Distinction. In addition, I was awarded an IT certificate in Year 13, which helped deepen my knowledge and practical skills in technology. I am currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Cybersecurity at University, where I am continuing to build my expertise in IT and develop my understanding of digital security. My education has provided a strong foundation in both academic knowledge and practical skills, preparing me for further challenges and professional growth.