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Cecilia

Cecilia

Online English Tutor

I am a professional editor and writer with over 12 years of experience tutoring English literature and language up to A Level.

I have many tutored students across Birmingham and London. Many of my students have achieved A* and As in their GCSEs and A Levels and have gone on to top universities to study all subjects, from English to dentistry.

My love of all things writing has given me a fantastic career in publishing and writing, and I currently am a writer and editor for one of the top medical health publications - https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/authors/cecilia-effa.

Tutoring Experience

I have 12 years of experience (since 2012) in tutoring English literature and language as subjects, alongside some periods of teaching English as a foreign language (including having a TEFL Cambridge Scholar Level 5).

I have a university degree from the University of Birmingham: English literature with creative writing (BA)

I have worked with students from top grammar schools such as King Edward’s and King Edward VI Camp Hill School up to GCSE level for English literature and language.

I have not only helped my students achieve top grades but have also inspired a love of reading, writing, comprehension and all kinds of literature.

I have worked and written for numerous publications in the UK and Central America, combining my love of creative writing with my love of travel. I now write and edit for one of the top medical health publications - https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/authors/cecilia-effa.

Tutoring Approach

My approach to teaching is all about joy and passion; if a student enjoys the subject, the passion and determination to do well will come naturally and exponentially over time.

Simply put, I know how to make all things English fun and exciting. From words to analysis to novels and poems to grammar and spelling, I cover every part of the syllabus while instilling a love of reading and writing.

I take a structured but fun approach to teaching. I know that from experience, students must enjoy the lesson and enjoy the subject to do well. I am always aiming to build confidence and passion towards English, knowing that it will be integral to success in their exams as well as in later life.
I tailor my lessons to each student’s needs to maximise their full potential.

I know exactly what to do for students who say they don't like English; they just haven't found a book or novel that speaks to them yet!

LanguagesEnglish (British)
AvailabilityWeekends, Weekdays (all times)
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Qualifications

University of Birmingham2016BachelorsDegree in English Literature and Creative Writing
Greenhead College2012CollegeA*, A, A in English Literature, applied business and art
New Mexico State University2016BachelorsDegree in English Literature
Cambridge2016OtherTEFL Cambridge scholar level 5

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