Natalie Rees

In order to get the best out of children, it is important that a positive relationship is built, where children know that I believe in them, support them, and want the best for them. I like to build this positive working environment with my pupils from our very first session, encouraging pupils to take ownership of their learning and to be a part of the learning process by sharing what they enjoy and what they struggle with (so I can build more of both into our lessons!).
I will start off by assessing what students already know and identifying their strengths and areas for development. Once these are identified, I will plan lessons to meet the needs of the student and ensure that their learning style is catered to. I include a variety of different techniques within lessons, including visuals, modelling, use of both concrete and abstract ideas and games to make learning fun and accessible, whilst ensuring that children are appropriately challenged, so they can meet the targets set. I want children to leave each session with me feeling like they have achieved, learnt and like they want to learn more!
I currently tutor both in onine and in person. My online tutoring takes place through Google Meet (which I can help you set up if needed) and I use an interactive JamBoard to teach through, which is essentially an online presenting tool that also works as a whiteboard, so all parties can type/draw/write at the same time! I have found that this can work extremely well and keeps children on task and focussed. I will plan each lesson based on the needs of each student and am able to keep it fun and engaging through particular online activities.
Online learning is the perfect solution for anyone who wants support for their child but may not have time to travel or a huge amount of space. All they need is a laptop, some quiet (or some headphones!) and they're ready to start learning!