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Derrick

I have been a full time teacher since 2002. I am currently employed as a Head of Science; this is the third time that I have held this role. Each time, I have enjoyed considerable success in improving the grades of students so that they exceeded their own expectations.

Tutoring Experience

I have taught all three science disciplines to students aged 11 to 18.
I am a current Head of Science who has enjoyed considerable success in substantially improving students grades. I specialise in improving students' grades. For example, in the last academic year many of my students improved their grade by 3 or more whole grades (e.g. grade 4-4 to 8-8).
I am also an examiner for AQA.

Tutoring Approach

I believe that clear explanations and ensuring that students understand those explanations is at the heart of success. I tend to ask lots of questions to check understanding before asking students to apply their knowledge.

LanguagesEnglish (British)
AvailabilityWeekends, Weekdays (evenings)
References Available On File

Qualifications

University of Birmingham1999DoctorateBiochemistry
University of Wales, Aberystwyth1995BachelorsBiochemistry and Biophysics
University of Exeter2002PGCESecondary Science

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Subjects taught
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Combined ScienceIn-personOnline
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