Melanie R
Outstanding English teacher and examiner with 21 years experience
You can book a free 20 minute, no-commitment introduction with any of our tutors. How does this work?
Tell us a bit about yourself.
An outstanding teacher of English with 21 years experience. An examiner with AQA, WJEC. I have spent 21 years in education, teaching students of all abilities, needs and personalities! I've been rated as outstanding by Ofsted several times and worked as an Advanced Skills Teacher helping teachers across the county develop their practice. I love getting to know students - how they learn best and what they are interested in. I'm calm, friendly and keep things light-hearted - students enjoy my lessons.
What do you specialise in?
I specialise in both English and English Literature from age 11 to A Level. Texts include: Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, Inspector Calls, Christmas Carol and others. I love teaching everything from Shakespeare to the way politicians have harnessed imagery in their rhetoric. I also specialise in catering to individual needs and I have had particular successes with students with AHD.
When did you first start tutoring?
I first started tutoring many years ago, when I first qualified. Over the years, I have tutored an enormous range of students to exam success - or just to feel more confident with their English speaking skills. I have now stepped away from full-time teaching in order to work for myself - but I still love tutoring!
What do you love most about teaching your subject?
I love teaching English and helping students realise that language is the best tool to empower themselves. In today's digital age, communication and the means to communicate effectively are more important than ever. But I also enjoy teaching the beauty of language, how a well chosen phrase can connect us emotionally with another's experience.
What is your teaching style?
My teaching style is friendly and approachable. I am very calm and patient and like a giggle! This ensures that the lessons don't feel too arduous and students can learn at their own pace - providing they are willing to be challenged to be the best that they can be at this pace!
Book a Free Introduction
Choose an available appointment below and book in a free, no-commitment call with Melanie R. How do these work?
Teaches
| Subject | Level |
|---|---|
| English | KS3 |
| English | IB |
| English | GCSE |
| English | A-Level |
| English Literature | GCSE |
| English Literature | A-Level |
| Essay Writing | Essay Writing |
| Exam Technique | Exam Technique |
Showing off Their Knowledge
Our tutors can answer one-off questions from students in our forum.
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Will you be marked down for poor handwriting/sentence structure in exams?
Asked in KS3 English - Writing Properly by Prof. Jameson Kassulke
Handwriting - no, unless it's illegible. Sentence structure - yes! It's a big focus of the SPAG mar...
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FAQs
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Where do I go from here?
You can send Melanie R a message through Sherpa and they will usually get back to you within 24 hours. You'll receive an SMS and email notification when they do so.
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How do the introductions work?
Sherpa gives you the opportunity to meet our tutors in a free 20 minute introduction, which takes place through the Sherpa classroom.
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How do lessons work?
All lessons take place through Sherpa's online, industry-leading classroom. This is a combination of a collaborative, real time whiteboard and a video call, like Zoom.