This website is designed primarily to provide teachers, students and parents with enough information and resources to have success with IGCSEs, GCSEs, AS and A Levels.
Cambridge Assessment International Examinations (CAIE) is the curriculum with most traction in the USA. I recognize the way CAIE subjects are taught and assessed can be a sharp learning curve for teachers and students who are used to the traditional American high school curriculum. My experience teaching multiple CAIE subjects as well as teaching in a local American high school enables me to understand the difference between the US high school system and the UK-based CAIE system.
In light of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, there are many more resources and support networks available for students and teachers. There are also plenty of tutors online, as well as distance learning courses.
Tutorial support should be individualized and focused to help the student reach specific educational goals. my aim in offering tutorials is to help the student understand the material, to help them develop study skills, and to allow them to reach a level of confidence on their own. The best compliment I am ever paid as a teacher or tutor is to teach myself out of a job.
If you need a tutor, look for local support first. The best advice I can give you is to do your research and find the right person for the task. Have a consultation with the tutor first, and make sure you ask plenty of questions. This strategy will help you decide whether the tutor can be of help.
I offer a one-time, free consultation with potential students. Just as students and parents need the right tutor, I also want to see if I am the best person for the job. If not, I will give suggestions for other avenues of support. If you need tutorial help as an individual, or if you want to work as a small group of students, read the sections below and contact me at samantha@eddistutorial.com.
Cambridge Assessment International Examinations (CAIE) is the curriculum with most traction in the USA. I recognize the way CAIE subjects are taught and assessed can be a sharp learning curve for teachers and students who are used to the traditional American high school curriculum. My experience teaching multiple CAIE subjects as well as teaching in a local American high school enables me to understand the difference between the US high school system and the UK-based CAIE system.
In light of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, there are many more resources and support networks available for students and teachers. There are also plenty of tutors online, as well as distance learning courses.
Tutorial support should be individualized and focused to help the student reach specific educational goals. my aim in offering tutorials is to help the student understand the material, to help them develop study skills, and to allow them to reach a level of confidence on their own. The best compliment I am ever paid as a teacher or tutor is to teach myself out of a job.
If you need a tutor, look for local support first. The best advice I can give you is to do your research and find the right person for the task. Have a consultation with the tutor first, and make sure you ask plenty of questions. This strategy will help you decide whether the tutor can be of help.
I offer a one-time, free consultation with potential students. Just as students and parents need the right tutor, I also want to see if I am the best person for the job. If not, I will give suggestions for other avenues of support. If you need tutorial help as an individual, or if you want to work as a small group of students, read the sections below and contact me at samantha@eddistutorial.com.
Individual tutorial lessons
Individual tutorial lessons usually cover one or more subjects. The support can be specific to a particular area of concern, teaching content, teaching skills, or examination preparation. Some students want a multiple subject teacher to show cross-curricular skills and knowledge building.
For time availability and current tuition rates, please contact me.
For time availability and current tuition rates, please contact me.
Small group tutorials
Small group tutorial lessons can be offered to a group of 2-6 students studying the same subject, although they do not need to be at the same stage. Particular areas of difficulty can be covered, or information-dense material simplified for the students. Revision and examination preparation for final examinations can also be offered to small groups.
A small group tutorial provides opportunities for group work and discussion as well as individual work and individualized help. This tutorial can be offered as a two-hour or three-hour session. Summer group work can be especially helpful for students wishing to consolidate knowledge built up over the course.
For time availability and current tuition rates, please contact me.
A small group tutorial provides opportunities for group work and discussion as well as individual work and individualized help. This tutorial can be offered as a two-hour or three-hour session. Summer group work can be especially helpful for students wishing to consolidate knowledge built up over the course.
For time availability and current tuition rates, please contact me.
Examination paper practice, grading, and feedback
One of the most popular services offered is examination paper practice, grading and feedback. This can be for one subject or multiple subjects, and can be a one-off service or several sessions.
Tuition rates
My rates are commensurate with my expertise and experience level, and so will not be the lowest rates available. As a consequence, I often suggest that students seek local tutors first. If you do consider my tutorial services, asynchronous tutoring (not in-person) starts at US $45 per subject, per session, and goes up to US $100 per subject, per session, for synchronous tutoring (in-person, online). Costs for individualized short- or long-term scheduling of subjects and study skills will depend on each novel project with students. All tutoring costs are paid in advance, via PayPal, and scheduled in advance of the session.
I offer highly individualized tutorial support, tailored to the specific end goals of student. Each project is different, so if you are looking for bespoke tutoring, contact me to see if there are still vacancies on my calendar.
I offer highly individualized tutorial support, tailored to the specific end goals of student. Each project is different, so if you are looking for bespoke tutoring, contact me to see if there are still vacancies on my calendar.
Subject curriculum packages
I have been tutoring several subjects at IGCSE, AS and A Level for the past 14 years, and as a result, I have built up a wealth of teaching materials. My intention is to develop original materials for students and educators. The purpose of this upcoming project is to step up to the educational challenges that so many are facing in our pandemic-impacted world. In the meantime, please look at the distance learning courses that are available, contact me for individual tutorial support, or try to find a local tutor who can follow the chosen syllabus or specification.
Advisory Services and Educational Consultations
People email me every week, asking various questions about exams, subject-specific materials, how to get started, how stay organized, and so on. Often, I will send a quick email back, giving suggestions and options so that informed choices can be made. MY first email back to interested people is always free advice, as I consider teaching an act of service. If more extensive advisory or consultation services are needed, please ask about current advisory or consultation fees.