Summary
Over 25 years of experience teaching and tutoring maths ,up to GCSE, and business studies, up to A-level. I take great pride and enjoyment helping students achieve their full potential, by adopting a patient, friendly approach , with lessons tailored to the needs and learning style of the student.Qualifications
- PGCE in secondary education (Wolverhampton University)
- Associateship Business Exams of the CIB (Chartered Institute of Banking)
- BA Hons degree in economics (Reading University)
- A-level mathematics (Ipswich School)
Experience
I am a fully qualified, DBS certified secondary school teacher with over 25 years of experience teaching and tutoring maths (up to Higher level GCSE) and business studies (GCSE and A-level). I have tutored a wide range of students (and adults) from a variety of different backgrounds, specialising in preparing students for their GCSE maths exams and A-level business exams.All of my teaching has been in independent schools where standards and expectations for achievement are high, and I take great pride in helping students achieve their full potential. I have a patient, friendly approach to tutoring which has been very successful over the years and I enjoy sharing my knowledge and passion for maths and business studies. The best way I have found to teach or tutor is to focus on building confidence in my students. I understand that many topics can often be very challenging, but my aim is to make students feel comfortable approaching any question that they are faced with.
I currently work part-time in an independent school in Northampton for 3 days a week, where I am Head of Business Studies, and I tutor in my days off and other spare time (online or in person). I have tutored a range of ages in maths, from Key Stage 3 to higher tier GCSE and IGCSE, and specialise in preparing Year 10 and 11 students for their exams. In addition, with my experience as Head of Business, I am able to give expert tuition in helping 6th form students to build their confidence with the challenging A-level content, and teach them the vital skills of exam technique and 'higher level' writing , in order to boost their grades.
Methods of tutoring I use include using examples, to make sure students understand the content first, and supporting this with notes, videos and explanations. Then, I like to work through questions together so I can offer guidance when needed, before finally getting the students to complete questions independently. Of course I am happy and flexible to adapt my teaching and resources to whatever works for the individual's learning style and areas of weakness.
I have experience of tutoring a range of ability levels, from those aiming for just a 'pass' at GCSE, all the way up to students aiming for the top grade 9/A*. In addition I have considerable experience tutoring SEN students with different learning needs (e.g autism, ADHD, dyslexia).
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Three testimonials :1. “Paul tutored my son for maths. My son had very little confidence and interest in maths and just couldn`t seem to do quite basic calculations etc. My son has now moved up a maths group and is going to take the higher paper for maths GCSE. His confidence and abilities in maths has changed beyond all recognition, literally. Paul is very knowledgeable, patient and has a great manner which means he is very approachable and put my son at ease. They worked through various calculations as well as how to deal with and respond to the newer problem solving style maths GCSE questions. I would definitely recommend him”
2. “Paul tutored GCSE maths for us for 4 years. He supported my son Louis to achieve a pass grade of 4 , when he was predicted a 2. Paul also supported my second son Rory with his GCSE. Both my boys developed a great relationship with Paul and were happy to be tutored by him”
3. "Dear Paul. Thank you again for all your tutoring, even though I only started the A-level business tutoring a few month into Year 13, the difference between my knowledge of the subject, dedication to learning and attitude towards my exams, was uncanny. You showed me that it’s not all about flipping through the pages of my textbook and instead it’s about applying yourself, finding your learning style and most importantly… ATTITUDE. I truly believe I wouldn’t be where I am today without your support so once again thank you!"
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Business GCSE Business iGCSE Business AS & A Level Maths KS3 Maths GCSE Maths iGCSE DBS QTS