University Degree: M.A. (Hons) English Literature and LanguageVocational Education and Training (VET): Trinity Certificate in English for Speakers of Other Langs
I have been a teacher of English since 2004. I have worked in mainstream secondary schools and in the specialist educational sector. I enjoy working with young people and also tutor for Kip McGrath. I am approachable and have an informal attitude to my students. I understand the pressures and stresses that many young people feel around school and the push for qualifications but I like to think...
I have been a teacher of English since 2004. I have worked in mainstream secondary schools and in the specialist educational sector. I enjoy working with young people and also tutor for Kip McGrath. I am approachable and have an informal attitude to my students. I understand the pressures and stresses that many young people feel around school and the push for qualifications but I like to think that I provide a supportive and calm approach to learning and I adjust my teaching according to the needs, barriers and challenges of each student. I have a good track record of success with my students. I have an MA in English Lit/Lang and have an understanding of a wide range of texts and I am a former journalist/editor. I currently mark GCSE for Pearson Edexcel, so this gives me. good understanding of the requirements of the GCSE English course both Language and Literature.
Arlene has targeted my weaknesses through past papers and is giving me tips and advice on how to get an A in my exam
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david browne
April - 2024
★★★★★
We Found Arlene exceptionally good. She was very diligent in helping prepare our Son for his National 5 English exam, in which he attained a 'A'. Thoroughly recommend Arlene as an English Tutor. David
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Lorna Burns
April - 2024
★★★★★
Arlene has helped my son with his English, he was struggling but now back on track.
I would recommend using Arlene if you need a tutor.