Maths & English

Background & Experience: 

I am an experienced teacher and tutor with a background in secondary education, languages and course and assessment creation. I have worked in education for several years including as a Second in Department for Modern Foreign Languages where I led curriculum development, and assessment. I have also worked with ESOL learners in both the UK and Spain with the British Council, supporting learners from a range of cultural backgrounds to develop their communication skills and confidence.

I now work for adult learning, supporting learning with Functional Skills English and maths and also vocational learning. I have experience helping learners build confidence so they can progress towards their personal, educational and career goals. I hold a Master's degree in Education, a PGCE and a CertTESOL qualification, which have supported my work across secondary, adult and vocational education. 

Key Expertise: 

Building learner confidence

Languages, ESOL and communication

Building positive relationships with learners

Developing valid and reliable assessments 

Teaching Philosophy:

I believe learners thrive when they feel supported, respected and understood. My teaching style is friendly, encouraging and structured, with a focus on breaking learning down into clear, manageable steps.

I aim to create a classroom where learners feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes and celebrating progress. I enjoy helping learners recognise what they can already do, while supporting them to develop the skills and confidence they need to achieve their goals. 

Additional information:

Outside of work I enjoy traveling, baking and exploring different cultures and languages. Having learnt additional languages myself, I understand the challenges of stepping outside of your comfort zone and the confidence that can bring. This helps me to create a supportive and encouraging environment for my learners.