Nicola

I am a qualified dyslexia teacher, with over 7 years of tutoring experience.

I am patient and understanding, and will happily work with parents and/or schools to ensure the best support possible for my students.

I am available to tutor both face to face and online. Although my specialism is dyslexia, I also offer homeschooling tuition as well as traditional tuition in the subjects listed.

I am professional and reliable, with experience in teaching a range of age groups, (from year 1 to adult), and a range of subjects including; (but not limited to): English language at GCSE and A Level as well as phonics, grammar and literacy from years 1 to 6), mathematics, psychology, and business. I am familiar with all exam boards, as well as the phonics screening test.

I also have extensive experience of working with students with additional needs including Autistic Spectrum Disorder, (including Asperger's Syndrome and Pathological Demand Avoidence), dyslexia and dyspraxia. Additionally, I work with students who have cognitive difficulties such as those associated with retaining information. I am also very aware of the effect these conditions may have upon a student's confidence, and consequently put the onus on what a student can do, rather than continually focusing on what they feel they "can't do".

I am also available to tutor English as a second language, tailoring the lessons to the needs of the student:. Pronunciation skills, everyday English, and English for Business are examples of the areas I have taught both to private students, and to those working within a corporate environment.

I am available to help with academic skills, including essay structuring and grammatical composition as well as offering advice on exam techniques.

I am also available to proofread assignments.

Please note: Due to the risk of plagiarism, I am unable to help with any final projects/dissertations.

Please also note; At the moment, I only have availability during school hours and school holidays.

Tutoring Experience

I have taught children of all ages, from (KS1 through to KS5), on a one to one basis, and adults in a variety of settings; including a prison, a further education college and a training provider. I have also worked with these students on a one-to-one basis, assisting them with both their literacy and reading skills.

I have extensive experience of tutoring homeschooled students, focusing on subjects such as English and maths.

I have taught students who need extra support in English and maths through government "welfare-to-work" schemes.

I have also taught ICT and assisted with Learndirect schemes.

I have completed the Award in Education and Training.

I have GCSE English language, English Literature, Maths and Science, all at a higher level pass. I also have A Levels in English Literature and Sociology.

I have an Honours degree in Business Studies with Finance, as well as post graduate qualifications in Psychology.

I have DBS clearance.

Tutoring Approach

My approach to tutoring is relaxed but consistent. I encourage the student to work through and come up with solutions to tasks themselves. This encourages deep thinking and development of the student's problem-solving skills-set.

Please note that due to increasing petrol costs, I am having to introduce a £5 petrol charge for distances over 5 miles.