Katy S.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

University College London (UCL)
Sept 2015 - July 2019
Msci Natural Sciences (Organic Synthetic Chemistry with Genetics, Evolution and Environment) - 1st Class Honours

Canon Slade Sixth Form College
A-levels: Biology (A*), Chemistry (A), Geology (A) AS: Biology (A), Chemistry (A), Geology (A), English Literature (A), EPQ (A) GCSE: Biology (A*), Physics (A*), Chemistry (A), English Literature (A*), English Language (A), English Language (A), Geography (A), Maths (B), Art (A*), Religious Studies (A), Business Studies (A)

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Love Learning Tutors: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Geography

GCSE: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Geography, Geology

A-Level: Chemistry, Biology

SKILLS & INTERESTS

I am passionate about giving back to the community, and have taken on several voluntary roles including for the Samaritans and Volunteer Service Overseas. In my free time, I am an avid reader, love to practise yoga, travel when I can and enjoy anything creative. I’m also a former dancer, having achieved a distinction in grade 7 ballet and modern dance.

WORK EXPERIENCE 

Since graduating from University, I have taken on several roles in the field of scientific communications, with a particular interest in health research and policy. This has included working as a Scientific Copywriter for Omnicom Health Group, and in Strategic Communications for the National Cancer Research Institute and British Medical Association.

PERSONAL STATEMENT

Positive and supportive role models have been critical in my own academic success. I therefore understand how the right support and encouragement can allow students to make considerable progress in subjects they would have previously found difficult. My lessons focus on developing students' understanding of topics and concepts, not only to pass their exams, but to develop a passion for learning. My approach to teaching always begins by creating a safe and supportive environment. I get to know my students' unique needs and abilities, and work with them to set appropriate goals. I then tailor my lessons, integrating a range of materials to build a well rounded view of the subject, and to make each session as engaging as possible. I can focus on syllabus knowledge, exam technique and revision methods, along with nurturing skills from communication to problem solving. I find it immensely rewarding to watch my students' confidence and ability grow as our lessons advance and see them achieve their goals, both in the classroom and beyond.