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Subjects Taught

Citizenship	Hourly Rate	Online Lessons Hourly Rate
Secondary	£18.00	£17.10
Sociology	Hourly Rate	Online Lessons Hourly Rate
Secondary	£18.00	£17.10
GCSE	£18.00	£17.10
A-Level	£20.00	£19.00
University	£20.00	£19.00
Casual Learner	£20.00	£19.00
Media / Communication Studies	Hourly Rate	Online Lessons Hourly Rate
Secondary	£18.00	£17.10
GCSE	£18.00	£17.10
Study Skills	Hourly Rate	Online Lessons Hourly Rate
GCSE	£15.00	£14.25
A-Level	£15.00	£14.25
University	£18.00	£17.10
Casual Learner	£18.00	£17.10

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Personal Description:

Education has always been a focal point in my life and even after I started my teaching career, I continued to complete post-graduate qualifications alongside my work. I love the buzz of learning and grasping new ideas. Even better than this is the buzz from helping others to also feel this way! I am especially passionate about my subject of Sociology and am completing a PhD in this field alongside my teaching job.

In my six years of teaching I have had the pleasure of teaching a range of abilities and levels giving me valuable experience in differentiation. Tutoring sessions are tailored to the individual which means they will receive the best possible learning experience for their needs. I have been with my current employer (a FE college) for five years and prior to this taught in a secondary school.

Tutoring Experience:

Over five years of experience course leading and teaching A-level Sociology
Four years experience course leading and teaching A-level Anthropology
Additional experience of teaching PSHE (secondary), BTEC Health and Social Care, BTEC Child Care, Criminology, Access to HE (sociology/study skills) and English as a Second Language (secondary level). Most recently I have gained experience in HE seminar teaching (sociology)

I have been private tutoring for three years now

I also mark AS/A2 sociology exam papers for a national exam board and have been a team leader for an AS unit

I have consistently been graded a 1 or 2 for my teaching

Tutoring Approach:

I believe that learning should be stimulating and enjoyable. Everyone has the potential to achieve and I believe this can be made possible with the correct support and accomodation of individual need. I see myself as a very approachable tutor and see part of my tutoring role as ensuring learners feel comfortable and welcome. Learners will be stretched in their learning where appropriate - this will also be done in a way which is enjoyable for them, boosting their confidence and benefiting their progression. I don't think the tutoring experience should end once the face-to-face session does and am happy to feedback on work and offer guidance by e-mail outside of tutoring hours.

In addition to the subjects offered, I can also offer tutoring in Anthropology for which there was no drop-box option! :)

Native Language: English (British)
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)

Qualifications:

Nottingham Trent University (2011) - Education (distinction) (Masters) (✘ Not On File)
Nottingham Trent University (2008) - Lifelong Learning (pass) (PGCE) (✔ On File)
University of York (2007) - Women's Studies (pass) (Masters) (✔ On File)
Bath Spa University (2006) - Sociology (2.1) (Bachelors) (✔ On File)

Laura's Feedback

Tutees Providing Feedback:	16
Tutees Providing Positive Feedback:	15 Av. 4.56/5.00
Unpublished feedback: (usually negative)	1

From Tajwar (4/5): (A-Level Sociology) Laura was an excellent teacher and my daughter was benefitting from her a lot. Unfortunately she decided to stop the tutoring due to her personal circumstances.

From Ross (5/5): (A-Level Sociology) Laura was excellent, she als had beneficial material prepared and would completely recommend her to anyone that was taking A-Level sociology!

From Krasimira (5/5): (A-Level Sociology) Absolutely brilliant tutor,with a great knowledge about the subject she was tutoring my daughter and her friend.My daughter took sociology as a passionate subject five years ago and als been predicted grades below her abilities(D and C).Laura started working with her less then a year on tutoring AS level sociology.On the result day she went early to open the envelope and to find out her grades.She got an amazing A in sociology and two A* on the other subjects that secured her a place in her firm choice university.We recommend Laura to everyone that is looking for a such a lovely tutor .We also would love and hope to continue with her as a tutor in the coming years while my daughter is in university.

From Sarah (5/5): (A-Level Sociology) Laura has been a great tutor my daughter who has benefited from Laura's careful preparation and attention to detail in the run up to her A'Levels.

From Gargi (3/5): (University Sociology) we will discuss about few topics. I will send her my notes or concept … to check it

Reply from Laura: Thank you for such prompt feedback but we've yet to have a tutoring session! Hopefully you'll be able to leave further feedback on your tutoring experience in due course.

From Michelle (5/5): (A-Level Sociology) My daughter has only had 3 tutorials and is already feeling more confident. Wonderful style of teaching, patient and tolerant. Would highly recommend Laura.

Reply from Laura: Thank you for the feedback. Glad she is feeling more confident already!

From David (5/5): (A-Level Sociology) Very happy with the initial meeting and the proposed course of study.

From Cath (5/5): (A-Level Sociology) My daughter was fortunate enough to meet Laura after we used First Tutors to find some help for her with her Sociology A Level studies. At her Sixth form college there had been ineffective, weak teaching with absolutely no continuity of teacher or method of teaching. Her near disastrous AS results made it very clear that if she was to be able to follow her plans to attend University to study Adult Nursing, something had to be done, and quickly. I will point out here that I had already had at least 2 meetings with the head of sixth form regarding our concerns, and nothing changed.
We met Laura relatively quickly after we received her details, and it became clear very quickly that she was going to be a fabulous asset to my daughter's studies. Appointments were flexible and regular. There were no long gaps between sessions, and Laura prepared 'handouts' and other work for my daughter to keep and use as needed. Laura provided good revision and examination preparation tips. We received the A'level results yesterday and we are absolutely delighted. My daughter gained an A grade on the 'Beliefs in Society' paper, and a B grade in the second paper 'Crime & Deviance with Theory and Methods.' Needless to say,neither my daughter or I have any hesitation in recommending Laura as a fabulous, forthright, and approachable tutor. Don't hesitate, speak to her now. I'm certain, without Laura, today would be a very different day and my daughter would have to be looking at another long year at school or a complete change of direction for her future career. My only other comment would be that I truly wish we had met her sooner !

Reply from Laura: Thank you for your feedback and congratulations again on fantastic results :)

From Rebecca (5/5): (A-Level Sociology) I was having problems understanding my Sociology A2 Level course. Laura really helped me to get my head around it, and I bettered my expected grade because of her. She was als available if I needed help. I'm so glad I found her.

Reply from Laura: Thanks :)

From Alison (5/5): (A-Level Sociology) Thanks to Laura's tuition I passed my A Level Sociology at grade B! She helped me with a re-sit of AS paper whilst working towards the A2 by providing excellent lesson structure to suit my learning style, good resources and feedback on my school work as well as work set by Laura herself. I felt much more prepared for this years exams and I would highly recommend Laura to any other student.

Reply from Laura: Thank you Alison :)

From Pamela (5/5): (University Sociology) Laura's was very helpfully, patient and her feedback was easy to understand. i would recommend Laura

From Arshad (5/5): (University Study Skills) Very positive and really knew how to develop my weaknesses in a short space of time. Laura was available 7 days a week almost 24/7 and remained calm even when I was not.

From Breda (5/5): (University Study Skills) Very satisfied with booking Laura. I feel confident in her approach and would recommend her as a tutor.

From Chloe (5/5): (A-Level Sociology) This is the 1st time we have had a tutor and Laura has been brilliant only wished we had found her earlier! My daughter is just about to do her A level AS in sociology and feels a lot more prepared for it.Eash week there is a structure of what's going to be taught and homework to do.Laura is very polite and patient and I would highly recommend her.

From Syntia (5/5): (A-Level Sociology) Excellent! I wouldn't have even started my assignment without this tutor. She helped me so much! Great communication, quick replies :) I am getting my results soon but I'm not even worried because I know it's going to be alright. Thank you so much :)

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