Sivapriya M.

Hi there. James here, from South Africa. I taught in London in Walthamstow for my probationary year in 1991, and then in Johannesburg and Kwazulu-Natal in South Africa for a total of 21 years. I have taught Cambridge A Level History and England and South Africa's English and History curricula. I am also a published researcher, poet, and author. I enjoy cross-country running. I like NETFLIX mystery series. I regularly get out wilderness walking and cross country swimming. Since February 2025, I tutor English and Religious Studies for GoStudent. I battled with learning difficulties at school. However, I did very well after school, because I knew that English opens doors. So, I set goals. Then I achieved a B.A (1985) and a B. Ed (1996) degree, at Wits University in Johannesburg. I did a Masters Degree in Theology (Regent College, Vancouver, B.C., 2001) and a PhD in Church History (University of KwaZulu-Natal, 2016). I believe education is a lifelong journey. We master English every day for the rest of our lives. So I'm still learning as I tutor GCSE students, A Level students, and juniors, to reach their highest goals.

Hello! I'm Sharon, a passionate tutor and a Dental student at the top of my class. My background in Medical Physiology, coupled with my current standing among the top three students in my dental school, showcases my dedication and expertise in the field. My unique blend of academic excellence, diverse experience, and genuine enthusiasm for teaching sets me apart. With a 2.1 Honours in Medical Physiology from the University of Leicester and extensive experience in education, healthcare, and customer service, I bring a well-rounded and insightful approach to tutoring. My love for Dentistry and Medical Physiology stems from their profound impact on improving lives through science and medicine. I’m inspired by how these fields offer solutions and innovations in healthcare, and I’m eager to share this passion with my students. I’m dedicated to making complex subjects accessible and engaging. By combining my advanced knowledge and interactive teaching style, I aim to boost my students' confidence and foster a genuine interest in their studies. My goal is to make learning a positive and rewarding experience, helping students achieve their academic goals and develop a lifelong passion for knowledge. Start Year 2020 – End Year 2023 University of Leicester Medical Physiology – Upper Second class honours Start Year 2018 – End Year 2020 Astrea sixth form, Saint Neots, Cambridgeshire A level: Chemistry (B), History (B), Biology (B) 9 GCSEs: History: A -7 Chemistry: A -7 English language: A- 7 Biology: B+ -6 Physics: B+ - 6 English literature: B+ - 6 Mathematics: B- – 5 Physical education: B- – 5 French: C – 4 Currently - Bachelor of Dental Surgery 2023 -2029

I have worked as a lecturer at De Montfort University for over 15 years. I hold a PGCE in further Education, an MA in English Language Teaching, and a BA honours in English. I taught English for Academic Purposes at university. This enabled me to develop various teaching approaches at different levels of English usage. I have also taught KS3-KS5 in the UK and abroad during which I have been observed several times and demonstrated that I was outstanding. I have used various teaching aids ranging from pictures, flash cards, to a variety of IT techniques. I have also used peer interaction and assessment to develop learners. Teaching at university enabled me to teach presentation skills. This has enabled me to do the same during training, coaching and mentoring sessions with colleagues. I have mentored a number of tutors. In my experience as a university lecturer I have used a variety of online platforms to teach students during the Covid-19 pandemic. I began my journey into English in 2002 when I did a BA (hons) in English at Demontfort university. Following this I did an MA in Children’s Literature in 2005 due to my immense love of reading. However, it was only when I landed a job at a resources centre that I decided to specialize in teaching and so I did a PGCE in education and an MA in English language teaching both in 2007-2009. I absolutely love teaching since then - as cliche as it sounds it is truly my passion and the most rewarding thing I’ve ever done. I love my students and to see them excel truly makes me content. I’ve been told that I have a gift for building a rapport with learners and I to feel this is something that comes naturally to me because as a student I myself struggled with being misunderstood and branded as a ‘bad student’. I feel as a result I can relate to students and their struggles more easily. I’m also very patient and an excellent listener.

I am a passionate and dedicated tutor currently studying Economics in my first year at university. I teach Economics, Spanish and A-level and GCSE Maths, bringing both academic excellence and a dynamic approach to every lesson. With two years of experience as an 11+ Maths and English tutor at Test Teach, I have developed a strong ability to engage I went to Sutton Grammar School where I got 11 9s in my GCSEs including maths, English language, English literature and Spanish. I achieved 3 A*s and an A in my A-levels in Maths, Further Maths, Economics and Spanish. I am a first year economics student.