Online Biology Tutor Olivia
Olivia
Biological Sciences Masters
$62/hr
Hi, I'm Olivia - Scientist by training, and by nature. I'm an experienced, engaging and committed Science teacher with a proven track record of helping students deepen their understanding and achieve their potential in GCSE, A-level and IBDP exams.
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University of Sheffield - Biological Sciences - Masters
Hi, I'm Olivia - Scientist by training, and by nature. I'm an experienced, engaging and committed Science teacher with a proven track record of helping students deepen their understanding and achieve their potential in GCSE, A-level and IBDP exams.
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About Me
I didn't always want to be a teacher, but after graduating with a Masters (Biological Sciences) 8-years ago, I went straight back into the classroom as a teacher and have honestly never looked back.
I really believe that all students are scientists, some just might need a bit more help seeing how. I help with this through planning engaging and active lessons that integrate EdTech or practicals, and promote a love of learning along the way.
My teaching experience includes KS3, GCSE and International GCSE, A-level (CIE and OCR), BTEC Level 3 Applied Science, and IBDP Biology. I have also been tutoring for a number of years and know the value of personalised sessions to help increase student self-confidence and independence.
Outside of teaching I love to continue learning about the world around me (I recommend reading Entangled Life!) and exploring it through all means available to me - scuba diving, cycling, hiking, dragon boating, sailing...
Tutor Experience
2021-2024 Science teacher, Nord Anglia International School, Hong Kong (IGCSE and IB school)
2019-2021 Head of Science, Varee Chiang Mai International School, Thailand (IGCSE and A-level)
2017-2023 Tutor to MYP/IGCSE/A-level/IBDP students
2015-2019 Head of Biology, Greig City Academy, London UK (GCSE, A-level and BTEC)
During this time I have supported students at all key stages. I have developed an in-depth knowledge of exam board specifications and requirements, and have supported hundreds of students with exam technique and question analysis.
I have supervised Standard/Higher Level candidates with their Internal Assessments for IBDP - with 100% grading accuracy following moderation by the IB and students achieving the highest marks.
I have experience of developing teaching strategies to appeal to a huge variety of students with different preferred learning and revision styles. Recently I had to switch to developing full lessons and monitoring progress entirely online when schools were closed for nearly a full academic year during the pandemic. This allowed me to develop extensive knowledge of online resources and EdTech tools to make learning online engaging and effective.
Topic Expertise
KS3
- British curriculum subjects and MYP style (including tutoring in preparation for A-D style assessments)
KS4
- GCSE OCR A*-E and 9-1 Combined Science and Biology
- GCSE AQA Combined Science
- IGCSE CIE Coordinated and Combined Science
KS5
- A-level OCR Biology
- A-level CIE Biology
- IB Diploma and IB Certificate Biology (Standard Level and Higher Level, Extended Essay and Internal Assessment supervision and grading)
- BTEC Applied Science Level 3
Tutoring Subjects
Qualifications
First-Class Masters in Biological Sciences, University of Sheffield
PGCE in Secondary Education, Canterbury Christ Church University
Safeguarding in Schools - Level 2
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