Need an English Tutor?
I am a Third Year University student who is available to tutor VCE English (Yr 11 and 12) for 2009.
About Me
I graduated from Glen Waverley Secondary College in 2006 with a
99+ ENTER Score and an
English Study Score of 50. I am now in my Third Year of a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in English and History, at Monash University. I have maintained a
HD Average throughout my course.
Experience
I have tutored in VCE English previously, and have helped students achieve a
40+ Study Score.
My Tutoring
I can provide assistance with:
-Spelling, grammar and vocabulary
-Essay structure and technique
-Understanding feedback from teachers
-Understanding the requirements of the the study design
-Oral presentations, language analysis, and persuasive writing
In my tutoring sessions I will provide:
-the opportunity for in-depth discussion of texts, issues and contexts
-valuable study tips, motivation and help with organisation and time management
-extensive resources, and assistance in developing your own study material
Texts
I have in-depth knowledge of the following Yr 12 texts, as well as a number of Yr 11 texts:
-The Secret River by Kate Grenville
-Romulus, My Father by Raimond Gaita
-Sometimes Gladness by Bruce Dawe
-The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger
-Look Both Ways
-Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
-Great Short Works by Edgar Allen Poe
-1984 by George Orwell
-Of Love and Shadows by Isabel Allande
I am also able to provide assistance with essay writing technique for texts not mentioned above.
Location and Price
I am available to tutor in Glen Waverley and surrounding suburbs, at your home or a central location such as local or school libraries.
Price depends on location and year level, but will generally be around $25-$30 per hour.
Contact
If you are interested or have any questions, please email me at
schalm8@gmail.com