Lucy

I am an experienced tutor in Mathematics. I can assist adult learners with functional skills, as well as GCSE and A-level students.

I completed my PhD in Philosophy of Physics with the University of Bristol, affiliated with Geneva University, in October 2022. Philosophy of Physics relies heavily on the use of applied Mathematics, and I continue to engage in research in this area. I am currently working as a lecturer in Philosophy at Lancaster University.

Tutoring Experience

2023-2024 - Lancaster University - Course Convener for Idealism and Empiricisim in 18th Century Philosophy.

2022-2023 - Lancaster University - Lecturer and Seminar tutor for Philosophy of Science and Moral and Political Philosophy respectively.

2021 - Lancaster University - Seminar tutor for Introduction to Philosophy, involving some applied Mathematics and Logic.

2017-2021 - University of Bristol - Seminar tutor for Philosophy of Physics and Philosophy of Science, both courses involving applied Mathematics.

2014-present - Freelance/private - I have been offering one-to-one Maths lessons for almost two years now, including extra home support to boost exam grades, lessons for SEN students in school, lessons for home-schooled students and support for adult learners retaking exams.

2013-14 - Horton House Tuition Centre - Provided Maths and English support and help with exam preparation for primary and secondary school pupils. The lessons were usually conducted with one teacher to around five pupils, although we did our best to cater to their individual requirements.

2012-13 - Northwood School - Voluntary teaching assistant in a year 12 class and a year 10 class. This mainly involved helping individuals with exercises and exam questions within a classroom environment.

Tutoring Approach

GCSE/A-level - I like to teach in a relaxed and friendly environment, so that a good rapport may be established with the student. This is something I feel is essential if the lessons are to complement and extend what is learnt in school or college, rather than confusing the student with lots of new or irrelevant material. Although I informally assess students during the first session, I do expect students at this level to have some awareness of their strengths and weaknesses. Subsequent lessons will then focus on demystifying those areas of Maths which the student finds most difficult, by going through topic-specific practice exam questions and exercises.

A-level units covered: C1-4, M1-2, FP1 (No Statistics or Decision)

KS1-KS3 - Lessons will be taught with a clear structure, tailored to the individual pupil, highlighting learning outcomes at the beginning. I employ various creative teaching methods to engage the pupil. I also use exercise sheets and practice exam papers, and I set homework to monitor the progress of the pupil. My priority here is to reinforce the pupil's ability to access the National Curriculum at the appropriate level.