Shaanya B.

I am basically a B.Sc.-qualified technical person who became a language teacher while working as a computer programmer/systems analyst in Switzerland. I teach regularly online & face-to-face and the languages taught are English, French, German & elementary Arabic. I have been tutoring online for over 5 years, working for such organisations as Berlitz & the British Council. I live near Durham, UK, and have a very wide range of student types, ranging from young learners under 10 to mature business people learning a language for their retirement. I teach regularly online & face-to-face and the languages taught are English, French, German & elementary Arabic. After many years in French-speaking Europe, north Africa, the Arabian Gulf, Chile & central Asia, I now live near Durham, UK, and have had a very wide range of student types, ranging from young learners under 10 to mature business people learning a language for their retirement. Although language teaching is my main activity, I can also teach PC windows-technique, Microsoft utilities, and a few GCSE subjects. My EFL (English as a Foreign Language) specialities are IELTS preparation for both Academic & General Training candidates. After O/A-levels and completing an Ordinary National Diploma in Engineering, I chose to do a Computer Science degree at N. Staffordshire Polytechnic because it was possible to study French intensively alongside. This meant that the 3rd (industrial) year had to be spent in a French-speaking country and in my case that was Switzerland, where I spent a year at CERN in Geneva. To become an English language teacher I obtained the CTEFLA in Geneva in 1995 and went on to study for the DELTA.

I am currently a second year student, studying Chemistry at the University of Surrey. I have strong foundational qualifications in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry at A-Level. My problem solving and quantitative skills will be useful in helping explain difficult concepts to a variety of students. Outside of studying I enjoy Judo and rock climbing which has built my resilience and other skills. I am currently a second year Chemistry Student at the University of Surrey. I have completed qualifications in Maths, Physics and Chemistry at A level grade. I also gained qualifications in a wide range of GCSE subjects, including English, Maths and Science.

Qualified Teacher (PGCE, QTS & BA Hons First Class) with extensive classroom and tuition experience since 2013. I teach (all ages and levels): English Lang and Lit, English as a Foreign Language, French, Spanish, History, Geography, 11+, RE. Maths and Biology up to Year 9. * * Working hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays - from 9am - 3pm * * 📆 I keep my availability updated daily. I teach: 📝 STUDENT AGES: 5 - 99 PRIMARY (EYFS, KS1, KS2): English, EFL/ESL Spanish, French, Mandarin, History, Geography, Religious Studies, Maths, 11+, Homeschoolers SECONDARY & GCSE (KS3, KS4): English, EFL/ESL, IELTS, Spanish, French, History, Geography, Religious Education, Homeschoolers A-LEVEL & INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (KS5): Spanish, French, English Language and Literature, History, EFL/ESL, IELTS, Homeschoolers UNIVERSITY LEVEL: Spanish, French, English, EFL/ESL, IELTS 🏫 EXAM BOARDS: AQA, Edexcel, Cambridge CIE, CEM, GL, WJEC, IELTS, International Baccalaureate 🗣️ LANGUAGES: Spanish (bilingual) English (bilingual) French (C2) German (A2) Portuguese (A2) Italian (A1) Mandarin (HSK2) 🌍 Polyglot from an international education background with a breadth of experience in teaching all ages and all abilities since 2013. Specialisation in Spanish, French, English and SEN. 👩🏻‍🏫 Absolutely dedicated to helping my students to achieve the best results they can. Proud of all of my students and all of their achievements; I am always their biggest cheerleader! Qualified Teacher (PGCE, QTS & BA Hons First Class) with extensive classroom and tuition experience since 2013. I teach (all ages and levels): English Lang and Lit, English as a Foreign Language, French, Spanish, History, Geography. Maths and Biology up to Year 9. 2016: PGCE Secondary MFL Spanish & French 2015: 1st Class BA Joint (Hons) Spanish and French with distinction in Spanish 2014: ERASMUS @ Universidad de Granada, Spain 2013: ERASMUS @ Université Jean-Moulin Lyon 3, France 2011: International Baccalaureate Diploma (32 & 13 IGCSEs A*-C) 2010: Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award 2010: HSK2 Mandarin Chinese

I am a First-Class Computer Systems Engineering graduate. Mathematics and Computing have been central to both my academic journey and professional experience. With 11 years of teaching and tutoring experience across GCSE and A-Level, I have developed a strong understanding of the UK curriculum and the common challenges students face. I enjoy helping students move from confusion to clarity by breaking complex topics into structured, logical steps. Beyond improving grades, my goal is to help students build confidence and develop deep, sustained understanding. I believe Mathematics and Computing should feel logical and empowering — not intimidating. I completed my BSc in Computer Systems Engineering at the University of Westminster, graduating with First-Class Honours. My degree gave me a strong foundation in programming (Python, C++, C, VHDL and Assembly), embedded systems, microcontrollers, hardware design and robotics. During my studies, I led and contributed to several technical projects, including designing FIR filters using VHDL, programming PIC and MBED microcontrollers, and developing software systems in C++ and Python. I was also recognised with academic excellence awards for my performance. Prior to university, I completed my A-Level certification at Ahmadu Bello University, studying Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics, and earlier obtained my secondary school leaving certificate at Livingstone College . Alongside my academic background, I have over 11 years of experience teaching and tutoring GCSE and A-Level Mathematics, as well as several years teaching Computing. I have worked in UK secondary schools as a Teaching Assistant supporting STEM subjects and SEN students, and as an online tutor delivering structured, results-driven lessons. My specialisation lies in Mathematics and Computer Science, particularly breaking complex, abstract ideas into logical, manageable steps that build deep and lasting understanding.