Lisa
Secondary English Specialist (KS3, KS4 & A-Level)
Lisa is an experienced educator with over 15 years of teaching in mainstream UK secondary schools. She holds a BA (Hons) in Drama and English Literature, an MA in Literary Studies, and a PGCE in Secondary English (Distinction). Lisa is a senior examiner for GCSE English Literature, bringing invaluable insight into marking and standards. She delivers expert support on reading and writing techniques, terminology, and high-grade responses across all papers.
Fully Qualified Teacher
Lisa holds a PGCE in English (Distinction) from Manchester Metropolitan University. MA in Literary Studies from University of Wales, Aberystwyth. BA (Hons) in Drama and English Literature from University of Wales, Aberystwyth. Enhanced DBS checked.
GCSE & A-Level English Specialist
Senior Examiner for AQA English Literature Paper 2. Experienced English Language examiner for AQA. Teaches reading and writing techniques, terminology, and high-grade responses across all papers.
Scaffolded Learning Approach
Combines clear modelling of reading and writing skills with precise feedback. Delivers expert support tailored to each learner on techniques, terminology, and exam responses.
Experience: 15+ years
Over 15 years of teaching in mainstream UK secondary schools. Senior examiner bringing invaluable insight into marking standards and what examiners look for.
More About Lisa
Lisa combines clear modelling of reading and writing skills with precise feedback. She delivers expert support on reading and writing techniques, terminology, and high-grade responses across all papers. All support is tailored to each learner.
Her experience as a senior examiner for AQA brings invaluable insight into marking and standards. She knows exactly what examiners are looking for in responses.
Outside the Classroom
Lisa enjoys amateur dramatics, singing, reading and creative writing. She is passionate about the environment and sustainability education.
She works as a singing teacher, choir leader and musical director for Miss Joanne Farrell School of Dance.
Lisa has two primary school-aged daughters who keep her very busy. In their free time, they all spend time singing, acting and dancing in various musical theatre classes and societies.
Additional Training
Lisa is a Licensed Professional Chaperone and First Aid trained. She is published in TES.
Availability
Lisa is available Monday to Thursday between 9am and 2pm.
Online and face-to-face tuition available in Manchester.
Maximum 3 hours per week.