Osamah - English tutor - Edgware
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Osamah - English tutor - Edgware

He's the ultimate teacher. Quality of the profile, excellence of the diploma, guaranteed response. Osamah will carefully organize your first English lesson.

Osamah

He's the ultimate teacher. Quality of the profile, excellence of the diploma, guaranteed response. Osamah will carefully organize your first English lesson.

  • Rate €41
  • Response 2h
  • Students

    Number of students Osamah has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

    50+

    Number of students Osamah has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

Osamah - English tutor - Edgware
  • 5 (39 reviews)

€41/h

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  • English
  • Creative writing
  • English Literature
  • 11+ School Exam Preparation
  • Essay Writing

English GCSE & 11+ specialist | Russell Group Graduate | Over 6 years experience with proven results

  • English
  • Creative writing
  • English Literature
  • 11+ School Exam Preparation
  • Essay Writing

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One of our best tutors. Quality profile, experience in their field, verified qualifications and a great response time. Osamah will be happy to arrange your first English lesson.

About Osamah

Hello! I'm Osamah, a First Class History graduate from a Russell Group university, specialising in English tuition and 11+ preparation.

My passion for teaching comes from seeing a student's reaction when they jump grades. Many children haven't yet unlocked their full potential and I aim to build the confidence they need to get there. Knowing I'm helping to shape the leaders of tomorrow is what makes the work so rewarding.

I've taught both classes and one-to-one sessions, in person and online. I began at a tuition centre, where I spent over a year and became the most experienced English tutor there, supporting and guiding other tutors. That experience taught me how to teach effectively and gave me the foundation to move into private tutoring. Working one-to-one lets me tailor every lesson to the individual, focusing on exactly what each student needs to improve. Over six years later, I've helped students of all abilities grow in confidence and achieve grades they didn't think were possible.

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About the lesson

  • Junior Cycle
  • Transition Year
  • Primary
  • levels :

    Junior Cycle

    Transition Year

    Primary

  • English

All languages in which the lesson is available :

English

With over six years' experience tutoring, I've learned that no two students learn in the same way. That's why I assess each student's current level, looking at their strengths, the areas where they need support and what they're covering at school. Lessons are then planned around these needs, with a clear focus on preparing for their final exams.

I work hard to build strong relationships with my students. When a student feels comfortable, lessons become enjoyable rather than something they are forced to attend. It also boosts the student's engagement and effort. Building a solid relationship with a student enables me to understand their learning style and adapt my own teaching style. I set a variety of activities, as learning in different ways helps students remember what they've been taught.

I've taught a diverse range of students, from children who have recently arrived in the UK to pupils from prestigious institutions such as Eton College. I've helped students progress from Us and 2s to 5s and 6s, and others have gone on to achieve grades 8 and 9.

Progress does take commitment from the student too. I'll provide the methods and guidance, but the biggest improvements come when students put them into practice between lessons.

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Rates

Rate

  • €41

Pack prices

  • 5h: €207
  • 10h: €414

travel fee

  • + €10

free lessons

The first free lesson with Osamah will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

  • 30mins

online

  • €41/h

Details

One-on-one: £35/hour

One-on-one (in person): £45/hour

Group sessions: £25/hour per student

Learn more about Osamah

Learn more about Osamah

  • 1) When did you develop an interest in your chosen field and in private tutoring?

    I know it is cliché, but I really did fall into tutoring. On a Friday night back in university, I received a call from my old tutors, and they asked if I could teach English. I gave it a shot, and that was the start of my journey. I quickly noticed the gap for male tutors who can connect with young people and help them achieve their full potential in English — even if they do not like the subject. I stayed at the tuition centre for over a year and was the most experienced tutor, responsible for helping the other English tutors. This experience was invaluable due to the range of situations I faced. I taught 1-1 and big classes. I taught online and in-person. I had to teach SEN students and those with autism. I genuinely value the lessons it taught me and will never forget the people who took a chance with me.

    However, my passion for private tutoring took off when I switched from a full-time job to part-time in 2022. Within a few months, my student base shot up, and I quickly realised that this could work long-term. I enjoy the challenge of changing a student’s opinion on English and on studying in general. I encourage them to look at it from an angle that makes sense to them.
  • 2) Tell us more about the subject you teach, the topics you like to discuss with students (and possibly those you like a little less).

    I enjoy creative writing, as it is one of the best ways to help a student enjoy English. I also really enjoy the 11+ because it pushes students out of their comfort zones. By introducing them to subjects they have never experienced before, it develops their critical thinking.

    If we are being honest — no adult can focus for 60 minutes straight, let alone students. Therefore, I like to break the lesson up by discussing topics that interest them. This could range from football and designer brands to money mindsets and future aspirations.
  • 3) Did you have any role models; a teacher that inspired you?

    One of the most influential individuals in my journey has been my self-development teacher. He can simplify complex concepts in a way that resonates with anyone.

    I try to analyse how he teaches and implement what I can in my own sessions — and I have seen a world of difference.
  • 4) What do you think are the qualities required to be a good tutor?

    The easy answer would be that they know their subject inside out. However, that is not enough.

    Communication skills are key. It is one thing to know a topic and teach it, but what separates the average tutor from a specialist, is understanding the learning style of the student and adapting concepts in a way that makes sense to them. Breaking down concepts is not just about oratory — it may require visual resources as well. Tutoring is a 2-way street, a tutor must listen to the student attentively and answer any questions they may have as this allows the lessons to flow.

    Interpersonal skills are vital when tutoring. It is important that a tutor can build rapport with students. This allows the student to feel comfortable, and they are more likely to absorb the information and concepts.
  • 5) Provide a valuable anecdote related to your subject or your days at school.

    In Year 9, history was one of my weakest subjects. Our teacher struggled to manage the class, and her teaching style never connected with me. Things were so chaotic that the head of history had to step in. That change made all the difference — suddenly, the subject started to make sense, and I began to enjoy it. From there, I chose history for GCSE, continued it at A-Level, and eventually pursued it at university.

    This experience showed me the power of a good teacher. The right one does not just help you understand a subject — they can inspire a genuine passion for it and even influence the direction of your life.
  • 6) What were the difficulties or challenges you faced or are still facing in your subject?

    With English GCSE, it is two subjects — Literature and Language. Many parents do not realise this, which is why it is even more important for students to give it their all.

    This is akin to 11+, as we cover up to four topics — two of which are completely new to them.

    Another challenge that I occasionally face when starting out with a student, is their lack of motivation. Some children already have a pre-conceived idea that they are bad at a subject. To break this boundary, this requires a few lessons in which we build up confidence. This is achieved through providing simple tasks and asking the student about their previous experience, as this pre-conceived idea was most likely planted by incidents or statements in the past.
  • 7) Do you have a particular passion? Is it teaching in general or an element of the subject or something completely different?

    I enjoy learning about self-development and how people can maximise their potential. It is vital to nurture the next generation in a way that does not limit them and encourages them to have high aspirations.
  • 8) What makes you a Superprof (besides answering these interview questions :-P)?

    What makes me a Superprof is my ability to quickly build rapport with a student.

    I take the time to understand the student and their interests. In a world where even parents do not always take time out to understand their children, I am grateful for the opportunity to help students come out of their shell and not only flourish in the subject, but life as a whole.
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