Tutor profile - Susan

Susan has obtained 2 Bachelors Degrees in Biology and Pharmacy and a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Science in addition to a PGCE and an NPQLT. She has been teaching internationally for 10 plus years and can provide many references from students, parents and colleagues. She has taught all three sciences up to GCSE level with an emphasis on Biology and Chemistry in A Level and IB. She has also held the post of an AQA Examiner for GCSE & A Level Sciences and an IB Examiner for the Diploma and Middle Years Program in Biology. Susan has coached many students for entrance examinations as well as SAT preparations for the US.

Susan is very capable of assessing a student's weaknesses and strengths and how to push a student to achieve his or her best. In today's world, tachers must be able to push a student whilst also taking care of their mental health with a positive approach to lifelong learning. Susan believes that in order to foster a lifelong learner, a curiosity and interest for the subject must be enhanced. In terms of Science, a student's ability to visualise concepts and apply them is crucial in attaining good grades with an acceptable level of understanding.