Leticia C.

Hello! My name is Toby and I am a current student at the University of Reading, studying Pharmacology. I previously attained 3 A-Levels for Chemistry, Biology and Geography as well as tutoring my sisters/family friends during their GCSEs too. I have some great hands on experience at tutoring and I strive for success! My favourite hobbies outside of education is probably skateboarding and making music and I love dogs. :) Previously I attended Penistone Grammar School for secondary education, as I am originally from Sheffield. I took separate sciences for one of my GCSE choices as well as geography and business study’s and achieved 8s in all of these. After this I attended Penistone grammar school 6th form for my A-Levels. I enjoyed it here a lot where I then studied Chemistry, Biology and Geography. From here I achieved all my A-Levels and now go to the University of Reading and study Pharmacology.

I am Italian and earned a BA in Foreign Languages in Palermo, Italy. Since 2008, I have been teaching Italian and French in the UK, providing personalized tutoring to help students improve their language skills, gain confidence, and achieve their learning goals. Graduated in Palermo, Italy, with a degree focused on modern foreign languages, linguistics, communication, and intercultural studies. Developed advanced proficiency in Italian and French language, literature, and grammar, alongside strong communication and teaching skills.

I’m currently in my first year of Biomedical Science. I have a strong passion for the sciences, with an interest of sharing scientific knowledge with my peers and students. I have done my A levels Maths, Biology and Chemistry in the UK but I have a multicultural background as I moved from Italy. I used to spent my Saturday mornings teaching primary schoolers in Italy with additional learning needs. This choice was rooted by the fact that my own brothers have additional learning needs so that experience, combined with being multilingual (I can fluently speak in Hindi, Punjabi, and Italian), has shaped how I approach learning with patience making sure nobody is left behind. I want to become a tutor because it gives me satisfaction when I see students achieving their goals and see their self-confidence soar! I don't just want to teach subjects but I want to be a supportive part of their journey, helping them realize that no academic challenge is too big to overcome. I achieved my GCSEs (Maths, Physics, Combined Science, Philosophy, Latin, Italian Language and Literature, English, History, Social Sciences and PE) in Italy. After that I moved to the UK where I completed my GCSE in English language and Maths and an ESOL course at Tresham College in Corby. I continued my studies following my passion for the scientific subjects. I studied A level Maths, Chemistry and Biology, at the Corby Sixth Form, achieving a grade B in all three of my subjects. Currently I'm in my first year of Biomedical Science at the University of East Anglia. Additionally I also have completed an online course on careers available in the NHS and volunteered at my local hospital so I can provide mentorship for students interested in studying STEM degree and gain access in an health related career.

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.