tutor profile

Siofra

Subjects

  • 4+ Preparation
  • 7 +, 8+, 10+, 11+: English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
  • 13+ and below: English, Maths, Science, French, German, Latin
  • GCSE: English, Theatre Studies, History, Religious Studies, Latin, Philosophy
  • AS/A-Level: English, Theatre Studies, History
  • University: Personal Statements, English Literature

Education

Sep 2018 – now            
MA in Creative and Life Writing (Part-time) Goldsmiths

Sep 2014 – June 2018  MA in English Literature, University of Glasgow
Grade: First Class (awarded Elizabeth M Yearling Award)

Sep 2016 – June 2017    University of Virginia (year abroad)
Grade: 4.0 GPA

2006 – 2013 City of London School for Girls (full academic scholarship)
A Level: English Literature (A) Latin (A) History (A)
AS Level: English Literature (A) Latin (A) History (A) Economics (A)
GCSE: 12 A* – English Lit, English Lang, Latin, Greek, German, History, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths

Teaching Experience

My teaching style is different with each student – catered to what they need to achieve, but also to how they seem to learn best. I make sure to concern myself with what is demanded by the exam boards – to teach the students what is required, and how to understand the papers. But what is special about my style is how encouraging I am, aiming to make them confident in their own abilities, and inspiring them to want to do better. I have tutored independently, and with a more experienced tutor, and this experience has shown me how to tailor my own style toward the need of each student.

Biography

I’m a graduate of English Literature (at University of Glasgow) currently taking my MA at Goldsmiths University. I work part time in publishing, and write for Theatre, TV and Film. The flexible nature of my hours, and the passion I have for teaching means I can be a committed tutor for Union Tuition London.

I would thoroughly recommend Siofra as an academic tutor. My daughter was struggling with exam technique in English Literature and Siofra’s support was invaluable. Always prepared, excellent knowledge of the GCSE Syllabus as well as making the tutorials fun and enjoyable. We also needed quite flexible times as we are a busy family and Siofra was able to accommodate this.
Mother of GCSE student
Siofra is an incredible tutor for young people of all ages. She can enthuse and inspire even the most reluctant pupil. She has a warm and engaging personality. Siofra is very knowledgeable about both English language and literature. She has published plays and poetry and so she is particularly creative but also possesses perception and sensitivity making her an excellent educator.
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