Miss Cassie Burns

Contact Cassie

My name is Cassie Burns and I am an English Language graduate from Newcastle University currently living in Cheadle Hulme. I am taking part in a 140 hour TEFL course and also have done some casual tutoring for family friends since gaining my English qualification. My personal belief is that education is the most important thing in life and a good and happy education is the key to a successful and happy career. I think first impressions are incredibly important and a lot of this occurs in a person`s language skills. I have a 2.1 degree in English Language which focused specifically on grammar and phonetics and I think these are the most vital aspects of language as well as education alone.

Tutoring experience

I have a 2.1 degree in English Language from Newcastle University, as well as taking part in a TEFL course and spending time casually tutoring family friends who were in need of a little help. I have been praised for my tutoring ability and technique for breaking information down so that it becomes easy to understand. I have such a passion for the subject that I find it very easy to teach and can see how difficult it can be for people to understand.

Approach to tutoring

I will of course need to find out the exact trouble the student is having with the particular subject, and the curriculum their school is currently using, as well as a marking technique. Once I have this I will be able to analyse the problem and take on a gentle and encouraging approach to discuss the issue, complete some tasks using the issue until it starts to become clearer. I will be friendly and approachable as it is my belief that a student will always listen more carefully to someone that they respect, rather than someone they fear.

Qualifications

YearCourseGradeInstitution
2012English Language Degree2.1Newcastle University
2009English Language A LevelAAquinas College
2013140 TEFL Coursecurrently takingonline Cambridge TEFL course
2006Maths GCSEACheadle Hulme School

Availability:Weekdays (evening) / Weekends
Tuition location:Tutor's home / Your home (up to 5 miles away)
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