Mike
Science & Maths Specialist (GCSE & A-Level Chemistry)
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Mike is a qualified secondary teacher with over 25 years of experience teaching all sciences up to GCSE level. He is a Chemistry specialist and teaches this subject up to A-Level Standard. He has experience as an examiner and coursework moderator. This allows him to teach science from both a teacher and examiner perspective.
Fully Qualified Teacher
Mike holds a primary PGCE with QTS from 2008. Enhanced DBS checked. Experience as examiner and coursework moderator.
Sciences & Maths Specialist
Teaches all sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) and maths up to GCSE level.
A-level Chemistry specialist
Examiner Experience
Works as examiner and coursework moderator. This gives unique insight into what examiners look for and how to maximise marks.
Experience: 25+ years
Over 25 years of teaching experience.
Links science topics to everyday experiences to make accessible and easy to understand.
More About Mike
Mike is passionate about linking science topics to everyday experiences. This makes learning accessible and easy to understand. He uses a variety of strategies and techniques to develop understanding and boost confidence.
His experience as both a teacher and examiner gives him valuable insight into exam technique and what markers look for in answers.
Outside the Classroom
Mike is a keen scuba diver. He likes to visit new places as often as possible. He also likes to try new cuisines.
Fun fact: Mike had a close encounter with a 12-foot Hammerhead Shark once. He got caught between her and her baby.
Availability
Mike is available:
Mondays: 4-5pm, 7-8pm
Tuesdays: 4-5pm, 6-7pm
Wednesdays: 4-5pm, 6-7pm
Thursdays: 6-7pm, 7-8pm
Fridays: 4-5pm, 6-7pm, 7-8pm
Saturdays: 12:30pm onwards
Sundays: 8-9am, 10-11am, 12-1pm
Rate: £45ph or £40 for 45 minutes
This includes personalised lessons, weekly feedback, and optional weekly homework.