Information About Marcus - Harrogate tutor -
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Subjects Taught

English	Hourly Rate
Primary	£25.00
Secondary	£25.00
GCSE	£25.00
A-Level	£25.00
Casual Learner	£25.00
Spanish	Hourly Rate
Primary	£25.00
Secondary	£25.00
GCSE	£25.00
Casual Learner	£25.00
History	Hourly Rate
Primary	£25.00
Secondary	£25.00
Casual Learner	£25.00
Geography	Hourly Rate
Secondary	£25.00

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Personal Description:

I am a qualified English teacher with a PGCE in Secondary English from Trinity and all saints college, Leeds. I am a fluent Spanish speaker and have a MA joint hons degree in English & Spanish. In addition to teaching English I have also taught Spanish and History. I have experience of home tutoring pupils in A level Spanish oral and preparation for Eton College scholarship exams. I am based in London and will travel to most areas of the capital within reason.

Tutoring Experience:

6/1/2015-22/7/2015: tutoring and writing 'Flesh & Blood,' published by Black Cat Books
6/1/2014-22/12/2014: Head of English & Director of Studies, Malsis School
8/8/2013-22/12/2013: English teacher Al Jazeera Academy, Doha, Qatar
1/8/2012-8/8/2013: tutoring and writing 'Killing time,' published by Black Cat Books
1/2012-8/2012: part of a team setting up a new school (Brighton College) in Abu Dhabi, taught English, Spanish and Geography
: personal tutor to Sheihk Hazzaa

2009-2010: Teacher of English at Immanuel College, Gateways School
2004-2009: Head of English Malsis School, Skipton
2001-2004: Head of English Moorlands School, Leeds
2000-2002: Teacher of English Hockerill Anglo European College, Hertfordshire
1993-2000: Teacher of English & History & Secondary coordinator: Escuela Valle de Bravo, Mexico

Tutoring Approach:

I have a good rapport with young people and am a patient teacher. I have excellent communication skills and had six years experience of one-to-one tuition. Feedback from tutees and tutees' parents has been outstanding.

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

Qualifications:

Leeds University (2000) - PGCE: Secondary English (PGCE) (✔ On File)
University of Wales, Cardiff (1992) - NCTJ: diploma in magazine journalism (Professional) (✘ Not On File)
University of St Andrews (1989) - MA Joint Hons. English & Spanish (Masters) (✔ On File)

Marcus's Feedback

Tutees Providing Feedback:	14
Tutees Providing Positive Feedback:	14 Av. 5.00/5.00

From Ashley (5/5): (Intermediate Spanish) Ashley has only had a couple of lessons as yet but Marcus is already making a difference and Ashley really enjoys his lessons which is important. I would definitely recommend Marcus as a Spanish tutor.

From Ateeq (5/5): (GCSE English) Very good Tutor and both of my boys enjoy sessions with him on a weekly basis.

From Lucy (5/5): (GCSE English) My son was nervous facing his English GCSE's and felt he needed support. We approached Marcus a few weeks before his GCSEs, worried that our contact was too late, but feeling 'better late than not at all'. Marcus got the measure of our son very quickly. He was lacking confidence with his English skills, but after 4 sessions with Marcus, he was so much more confident and went into his English exams with a stronger belief in his ability. I am delighted to confirm that he achieved an A in English Literature and a B in English Language and as a result has started A Level English, which was not something he had considered before. Thank you Marcus for being a superb support to our son, we couldnt have wished for a better Tutor and end result. I highly recommend Marcus and believe we will see him again with our 2 daughters.

From Julie (5/5): (GCSE English) We couldn't be more delighted with Marcus. My son has established an excellent rapport and is very enthusiastic about the work and doing homework ! Marcus makes the subject interesting and relevant. We would definitely recommend him.

From Adam (5/5): (GCSE English) Thanks for your help

From Karen (5/5): (Secondary English) Marcus has been great from the moment he started with Freddie - they hit it off instantly and he has brought about a change in Freddie's attitude to his English studies. He now understands the tasks that lie ahead and is developing in confidence with his expression and ideas. Marcus is very focused and committed to helping Freddie achieve his goals. Freddie is an active 12 year old boy who looks forward to the arrival of his tutor - praise doesn't get much better than that!!

From John (5/5): (Secondary English) Marcus has been great and my son has improved noticeably during the last few months whilst he has been tutored by Marcus

From Shaun (5/5): (GCSE English) Marcus is a superb tutor and I cannot recommend him highly enough. Our son, Conor, who lacks confidence in his abilities and struggles to express himself, engaged with Marcus immediately and is now keen to improve his performance. Marcus instantly put Conor at ease, with a friendly, enthusiastic approach, adapting the tutorials to Conor's needs and providing positive and constructive feedback along the way. Marcus's tuition and guidance has had a positive affect on Conor, who is now approaching the forthcoming exam knowing he has the ability to succeed if he tries hard.

From Karen (5/5): (GCSE English) Matthew is enjoying his tutoring. Hopefully this will help him with his English resist in January . The tutoring has given him a lot more confidence.

From Anna (5/5): (GCSE English) Marcus quickly established rapport with our son and gained his confidence. After just one hour Luca was confident he would gain a better grade in his GCSE English by working with Marcus.

From Adam (5/5): (GCSE Spanish) great communication when looking for a tutor.gets on really well with my son,would highly recommend

From Sarah (5/5): (Beginner Spanish) Marcus is an extremely professional teacher and he is a native speaker too.
I am enjoying my lessons and progressing well. I would not hesitate to recommend Marcus as a teacher to anyone wanting to learn or improve in Spanish.

Reply from Marcus: Thank you for the favourable comments

From Alyson (5/5): (Intermediate Spanish) Marcus has been fantastic.
Tailor made Spanish lessons responding at short notice to a time pressured situation prior to GCSE exams.
Highly recommended.

Reply from Marcus: Thank you for the positive feedback

From Bailey (5/5): (Secondary Spanish) Highly professional with good people skills

He has has helped our son to achieve his target goals in Spanish

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