Alexandra K.

Heyy, I’m Shahana — your personal tutor! Are you preparing for an exam or just looking for that extra boost of confidence? I’m here to help you thrive and reach your full potential. I support students from KS1-KS2 Maths, KS1-KS4 English, including general support, SATs, Exam Prep (GCSEs), Psychology and ESL (English as a Second Language) learners. My sessions are engaging, interactive, and confidence-building. What you can expect from me: ☑️ Personalised Study Plans ☑️ Tailored Lessons and Activities ☑️ Interactive Games & Booster Challenges ☑️ Feedback Reports and Progress Trackers
 ☑️ Weekly Assignments
 ☑️ Step-by-Step Exam Preparation with Resources Every lesson is a chance to grow, have fun, and celebrate your progress 🎉 Book your trial session today and let’s create your success story together! 🚀 🎓 Qualifications & Experience ☑️ 9 GCSEs including English and Maths ☑️ Level 2 Certificate in Children and Young People’s Workforce ☑️ Degree in Digital Marketing ☑️ 5 years’ experience as a Teaching Assistant / SEN Teaching Assistant ☑️ 4 years+ experience providing 1–1 tutoring in English and Maths

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’m a first-year medical student at UCL, and I studied Biology, Chemistry and Maths at A-level (plus an EPQ), achieving 4 A*s, as well as all A*s at GCSE. I know how challenging these subjects can feel, so I aim to make things clearer and less overwhelming. In my lessons, I focus on helping students actually understand the content rather than just memorising it. I like to break topics down into simple steps and explain things in a way that makes sense for you. I also help with exam technique, so you know how to use what you’ve learned to get the best grades. I completed my secondary education at Colchester County High School for Girls (CCHSG), a selective grammar school, where I studied from Year 7 through to Year 13. During this time, I achieved all A*s at GCSE and went on to take A-levels in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics, alongside an EPQ, achieving 4 A*s. This gave me a strong academic foundation, particularly in the sciences and maths. I am currently a first-year medical student at University College London, where I continue to build on my knowledge of Biology and Chemistry in much greater depth, as well as applying problem-solving and analytical skills developed through Maths. For tutoring, I specialise in GCSE Biology, Chemistry and Maths. Having gone through these exams myself, I understand both the content and the exam techniques needed to achieve top grades, and I’m familiar with common areas students struggle with.

For about 6 years and about 4000 hours of teaching experience, I have helped several students turn their grades around in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Maths for GCSE and A-Levels. I have an ESL certification (TEFL/TESOL), which helps me communicate best with non-native speakers. I combine actual study content with relevant past papers, quizzes, and tips that have consistently helped my students quickly improve their grades, drawing from my firsthand experience of the struggles these subjects can present and my own journey of steadily turning my grades around. My classes are fun, engaging, and taken at the students' pace. My hobbies are traveling, tennis, and movies. Bachelor's in Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Teaching Certifications: TESOL / TEFL Esl certified and experienced. Exam board experience: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC/Eduqas. Languages: English (Native). Preferred student age group: Primary, Secondary, GCSE, A-Levels.