Plácido M.

I am a qualified teacher with 4 years of experience in teaching English. I currently teach Grade 1 learners in South Africa. I believe that learning should be fun and encourage a holistic development. I enjoy reading and hiking. I also enjoy trying out different kinds of food. I completed my matric at Wordsworth High school, thereafter I enrolled for Hospitality Studies at the International Hotel School and graduated in 2017. I further enrolled at the University of KwaZulu Natal for my BEd Degree and specialized in the Foundation Phase. I am currently a Foundation Phase teacher and teach Grade 1 learners. I am also currently studying for my Honors Degree at the University of Pretoria specializing in Learner Support.

Qualified Teacher (PGCE, QTS & BA Hons First Class) with extensive classroom and tuition experience since 2013. I teach (all ages and levels): English Lang and Lit, English as a Foreign Language, French, Spanish, History, Geography, 11+, RE. Maths and Biology up to Year 9. * * Working hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays - from 9am - 3pm * * 📆 I keep my availability updated daily. Please send me a message on GoChat to request specific or alternate dates and times 😊 I teach: 📝 STUDENT AGES: 5 - 99 PRIMARY (EYFS, KS1, KS2): English, EFL/ESL Spanish, French, Mandarin, History, Geography, Religious Studies, Maths, 11+, Homeschoolers SECONDARY & GCSE (KS3, KS4): English, EFL/ESL, IELTS, Spanish, French, History, Geography, Religious Education, Homeschoolers A-LEVEL & INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (KS5): Spanish, French, English Language and Literature, History, EFL/ESL, IELTS, Homeschoolers UNIVERSITY LEVEL: Spanish, French, English, EFL/ESL, IELTS 🏫 EXAM BOARDS: AQA, Edexcel, Cambridge CIE, CEM, GL, WJEC, IELTS, International Baccalaureate 🗣️ LANGUAGES: Spanish (bilingual) English (bilingual) French (C2) German (A2) Portuguese (A2) Italian (A1) Mandarin (HSK2) 🌍 Polyglot from an international education background with a breadth of experience in teaching all ages and all abilities since 2013. Specialisation in Spanish, French, English and SEN. 👩🏻‍🏫 Absolutely dedicated to helping my students to achieve the best results they can. Proud of all of my students and all of their achievements; I am always their biggest cheerleader! Qualified Teacher (PGCE, QTS & BA Hons First Class) with extensive classroom and tuition experience since 2013. I teach (all ages and levels): English Lang and Lit, English as a Foreign Language, French, Spanish, History, Geography. Maths and Biology up to Year 9. 2016: PGCE Secondary MFL Spanish & French 2015: 1st Class BA Joint (Hons) Spanish and French with distinction in Spanish 2014: ERASMUS @ Universidad de Granada, Spain 2013: ERASMUS @ Université Jean-Moulin Lyon 3, France 2011: International Baccalaureate Diploma (32 & 13 IGCSEs A*-C) 2010: Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award 2010: HSK2 Mandarin Chinese

I’m a friendly and patient tutor who enjoys helping students build confidence in subjects that can sometimes feel overwhelming. I teach both Maths and Computer Science across a range of levels, from early primary all the way up to GCSE, I adapt each lesson to how the student learns best. My teaching style focuses on breaking concepts down into simple, clear steps. I like to make lessons interactive, encouraging students to ask questions and think through problems rather than just memorising answers. This helps them develop real understanding and the confidence to approach new topics independently. For younger students, I focus on making learning engaging and supportive so they feel comfortable participating. For older students, I emphasise exam technique, structured problem-solving, and strengthening any gaps in knowledge. Whether a student needs help catching up, preparing for exams, or simply gaining more confidence in Maths or Computer Science, my goal is always to create a calm and encouraging learning environment where progress feels achievable. I have a strong background in both Maths and Computer Science, and I have worked with students across a range of ages and learning styles. My experience includes tutoring primary, secondary, and adult learners, helping them improve their understanding of key concepts as well as their confidence in approaching challenging topics. I have supported students with curriculum learning, homework support, and exam preparation, particularly in Maths and Computer Science. Through tutoring, I’ve worked with learners who needed help strengthening foundations as well as students aiming to reach top grades. My experience across different age groups allows me to adjust my teaching approach depending on the student. For younger learners, I focus on building strong fundamentals and making lessons engaging. For secondary and adult learners, I focus more on deeper understanding, logical thinking, and structured problem-solving.

Expertise: Biology, Chemistry and Physics Comfortable with all age groups. Prefer: GCSE AND A-LEVELS|| NAT5, HIGHER AND ADV.HIGHER (SQA) Education: Bachelor's (Life Sciences), Master's (Genomic Medicine) University: The University of Manchester Title: Clinical Scientist at NHS Manchester My teaching strategies are focused on concept building. I am an experienced academic content developer and tutor for students aged 7–18 years. I have a strong academic background with a holistic knowledge of what it takes to achieve good grades. I am a student-friendly person. As a tutor, I look after the well-being of my students both academically and pastorally. I always guide my students in critical thinking and future planning. I understand scientific concepts well. As an experienced tutor, I hold a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Life Sciences and a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Genomic Medicine from The University of Manchester. My academic background enables me to deliver engaging and effective lessons tailored to the needs of each student, fostering their understanding and passion for the subject matter. I have also garnered numerous publications and awards in the field of science, academia, and research, highlighting my expertise and contributions. As a tutor, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to support students in their learning journey, providing a strong foundation in sciences, while sharing insights from my research and scholarly achievements.