Online Language A: Literature Tutor Paul

I teach Theory of Knowledge, Philosophy, Theatre, History, and - most commonly - English (both literature and language).

I support students in developing the critical thinking and written communication skills neccesary to produce high-level essays for IB Diploma examinations and internal assessments. I have a strong track record teaching intelligent but under-achieving students how to focus their ideas into coherent essays; I also take pleasure in stretching the highest achievers who might feel held back by the pace of learning in their classroom.

To do well in IB literature, arts, and humanities subjects, students must do three things: read attentively, think critically about what they have read, and communicate their thoughts clearly in writing. I take great pleasure in supporting my students to develop their curiosity and ability in all three of these areas; my classes combine wide-reaching conversations around the themes of our source texts with rigorous analysis of the student's written work.

I have developed my approach over a decade of one-to-one tutoring, teaching over 150 students in London and online. I have also worked as a study mentor to IB Diploma and undergraduate students, and led small group classes in exam preparation and essay writing for the IB. I have consistently coached students to exceed their predicted grades and successfully prepared students for Oxbridge interviews and examinations.

IB Diploma: English A, ToK, Philosophy, Theatre, EE.

I keep abreast of all curriculum and assessment developments within my subjects.