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- English
- English Literature
- Test prep
- Essay Writing
- Writing
Experienced University Lecturer—GCSE and A-level English Language and Literature tutoring & IELTS. Online tutoring. Warm and encouraging. PhD Cornell, 19 years teaching experience. Builds confidence!
- English
- English Literature
- Test prep
- Essay Writing
- Writing
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About Sara
With nineteen years of teaching experience, I delight in supporting students personalised GCSE and A-level tuition in English Language or English Literature. I love to build confidence and enthusiasm, offering customised teaching to nurture essay writing skills and literary analysis.
I am also a Cambridge CELTA-certified language teacher, helping international students achieve their IELTS goals and supporting professionals with Business English for career advancement. Whether preparing for university entry or developing workplace communication skills, I tailor my approach to each learner’s specific objectives.
I offer online lessons across the UK and internationally.
As a mother of two children, I understand the pressures students face during examination years. I’ve spent nearly two decades helping university students develop their analytical thinking, and I love adapting those skills for younger learners. What drives me is seeing that moment when a student suddenly ‘gets’ a difficult concept, whether it’s understanding symbolism in poetry or crafting a compelling argument in an essay. I believe every student has unique strengths, and my role is helping them discover and build on those.
Outside teaching, I’m passionate about science fiction and history, and I have published two award-winning academic books. I bring that same love of storytelling and analysis to helping students connect with language or literature in meaningful ways.
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About the lesson
- Transition Year
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- Sixth Year
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levels :
Transition Year
Fifth Year
Sixth Year
Adult education
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Doctorate degree
Junior Cycle
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Teaching Methodology:
I use interactive Zoom sessions with screen sharing and collaborative Google Docs.
For GCSE and A-level English Language and Literature teaching, I support students across all major exam boards—AQA, Edexcel, OCR, and WJEC/Eduqas—understanding the specific approaches each board takes to assessment and the distinct requirements for success. Each lesson focuses on building specific skills through guided practice. We might analyse a poem together, work on essay structure, or develop exam techniques. I adapt my approach to each student’s individual needs, to build their skills in a supportive and encouraging way.
For learners of English as an additional language, I incorporate communicative teaching methods, focusing on real-world application and fluency development. IELTS preparation includes targeted practice for all four skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking) with mock tests and feedback. Students complete practice tests independently using recommended resources, then we analyse results and focus on improvement areas during our sessions.
Lesson Length: 50 minutes per session.
Who lessons are for:
GCSE and A-level English Language or Literature students (ages 14-18) who want to improve their grades, build confidence, or develop stronger analytical and writing skills.
Language learners: IELTS candidates preparing for university entry or professional opportunities who need to achieve specific band scores. Adult learners seeking to improve English fluency, professional communication skills, or Business English for career advancement.
Qualifications/Experience:
Academic qualifications:
Ph.D English Literature (Cornell University, New York),
M.A English literature with distinction (Queen Mary, University of London)
BA (Hons) English Literature (Rhodes University, South Africa)
Teaching and mentoring qualifications and accreditations:
Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (Open University)
University of Cambridge ESOL CELTA course. Randolph School of English, Edinburgh. Grade A.
Certificate in Teaching Business English. University of Edinburgh Institute of Applied Language Studies.
SEDA Mentoring and Coaching Award (Edinburgh Napier University).
Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Even more importantly than these qualifications, however, I bring a genuine interest in each student’s strengths and ambitions, and a creative capacity to find ways to nurture their confidence and skills in practical ways.
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Rates
Rate
- €29
Pack prices
- 5h: €145
- 10h: €290
online
- €29/h
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