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I help students turn ‘I can’t do it’ into ‘I actually enjoy this!’ — by building confidence through patience, positivity, and creative teaching. I specialise in Maths and 11+ preparation, supporting students of all abilities to feel calm, capable, and motivated. My background as a learning support assistant taught me how to break complex ideas into clear, manageable steps — especially for learners who struggle with confidence or anxiety around maths. I use interactive methods, games, and real-life examples to keep lessons fun and memorable. Above all, I believe progress starts with encouragement, and I aim to create lessons where students feel supported, proud of their effort, and inspired to keep improving. I studied Psychology at university, where I developed a strong understanding of how students learn and how confidence impacts performance. My studies helped me recognise that progress isn’t just about intelligence — it’s about mindset and approach. Before that, I achieved three A-Levels and gained hands-on experience working in schools as a learning support assistant, supporting students across maths, English, and general study skills. I’m now planning to continue my studies in Marketing and Business Management, combining my interest in psychology and communication with a passion for helping others grow and reach their potential. This mix of academic study and practical classroom experience has shaped my calm, supportive teaching style, helping me identify learning gaps quickly and adapt lessons to each student’s needs.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology at West Virginia Wesleyan College (WVWC) - 4 years Master of Science Degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology at Georgia State University (GSU) - 2 years Teaching assistant (TA) for the biology department at GSU for 4 semesters at a biology laboratory course - 3 semesters Neuroscience research at the DKFZ in Heidelberg (Germany) with professor Hannah Monyer Currently doing a PhD in neuroscience at IRB Lleida located in my hometown, Lleida (Spain). Over 500 lessons taught to over 20 students in this platform Keen on helping students learn the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in biology and chemistry for both A-level and GCSE exams My teaching experience includes teaching assistant position at a biology lab at Georgia State University (United States of America) for 4 semesters as well as teaching different techniques to lab groups at the institution I am currently enrolled in doing my PhD. I have also delivered over 500 lessons on this online platform to over 20 students seeking help for their GCSE, OCR, WJEC, and AQA A-level exam boards in both chemistry and biology. While my experiences both as a student and as a teacher have developed my communication skills by using the proper tone and terminology, I value the most having learned from the doubts and questions from my past students as well as having done many final past paper questions. Despite every student being different, experience helps tremendously. Some students are very advanced and prefer working on past paper questions by tackling some specific aspects of the exam board, while some others require a bit more work on some modules and require a session more akin to covering a variety of concepts. When teaching new concepts, I use self-made PowerPoint slides specifically designed to incorporate the knowledge required to succeed in the exam questions for that exam board. In these slides, I use a scaffolding teaching technique which is about covering fundamental learning outcomes prior moving towards the more advanced concepts. I also incorporate past paper questions in every lesson to ensure the student is engaging in proactive learning, and not simply passively listening to me talk for 50 minutes. Overall, my goal is to engage the student in his or her own learning by teaching them skills and by giving them greater focus in some areas of each module. A lot of concepts are covered in these exam boards but knowing where to place great emphasis surely fosters their learning. This is where experience teaching these exams really comes into play, and it will also help me quickly devise the best study plan for the student. To complement my online teaching sessions, I have a digital pad that enables me to quickly write notes, draw or paste diagrams to ensure the lesson is smooth and dynamic. Online teaching may seem, at first glance, limited in terms of being able to write notes, however, currently online learning has been greatly updated thanks to such devices. I am currently only teaching biology and chemistry from GCSE and A-level exams but not higher levels (i.e. not teaching university programs). Like many teachers, my personal preference are students that are keen on learning regardless of their starting point. However, I have taught students that needed motivation coming from me and I was able to help them significantly. I will be happy to answer any questions that may concern you in the trial session if these were not answered in this introduction or by any GoStudent agent.

Hi, I am a tutor with a degree in English Literature and Language. I tutor English and 11+. I have been teaching at GoStudent for 5 years. During my course I've covered many topics and can definitely help you achieve your targets. Don't hesitate to get in touch and let me know if you have any queries! MSc Business and Management BSc English Language and Literature G.C.S.E.: English Language, English Literature A-level: English Language, English Literature Exam board experience: WJEC, AQA, OCR, Experience with: KS2/ KS3/ 11+ Languages: English, Punjabi

Experienced Maths & Physics Tutor | 20+ Years of Teaching | GCSE & IGCSE Specialist I am a qualified and passionate tutor with over 20 years of experience teaching Mathematics and Physics, specialising in GCSE and IGCSE levels. I hold a university degree in Communication Engineering, which gives me a strong academic foundation and practical insight into the real-world application of these subjects. My teaching style is clear, patient, and tailored to each student’s needs. I’ve worked extensively with a wide range of learners—helping struggling students gain confidence and supporting high-achievers in reaching the top grades. Many of my students have gone on to score *Grade 7–9 (A–A)**, and I take pride in unlocking their full academic potential. I am also certified in Safeguarding Children Level 3 – Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), and I always ensure that students learn in a safe, respectful, and supportive environment. My professionalism and care go beyond the subject matter—I work to build trust, motivation, and independence in every learner. Whether your goal is exam success, academic confidence, or a deeper understanding of maths and physics, I am here to help every step of the way. Master in business Administration from ESLSCA , Bachelors in Electrical and telecom Engineering from Cairo University in Egypt. Certified Professional coach from ICF, Designated safeguarding lead level 3. Experienced Maths & Physics Tutor | 20+ Years of Teaching | GCSE & IGCSE Specialist I am a qualified and passionate tutor with over 20 years of experience teaching Mathematics and Physics, specialising in GCSE and IGCSE levels. I hold a university degree in Communication Engineering, which gives me a strong academic foundation and practical insight into the real-world application of these subjects. My teaching style is clear, patient, and tailored to each student’s needs. I’ve worked extensively with a wide range of learners—helping struggling students gain confidence and supporting high-achievers in reaching the top grades. Many of my students have gone on to score *Grade 7–9 (A–A)**, and I take pride in unlocking their full academic potential. I am also certified in Safeguarding Children Level 3 – Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), and I always ensure that students learn in a safe, respectful, and supportive environment. My professionalism and care go beyond the subject matter—I work to build trust, motivation, and independence in every learner. Whether your goal is exam success, academic confidence, or a deeper understanding of maths and physics, I am here to help every step of the way.