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Shannon B

Tutor in Rondebosch, Cape Town • 40 years old

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Can tutor online

Can tutor in person

Bio

I'm a motivated and dynamic person with a passion for education. I have over 10 years experience in the industry.

I'm incredibly patient and cognisant of learning differences. The passion I have for my subjects is infectious.

Education

• 2007 - B.A MCC
• 2008 - B.A Hons Philosophy
• 2010 - B.A Hons English Lit
• 2014-present: online editor and private tutor
• 2013-2014: English teacher
• 2012: Masters Research
• 2009-2011: English teacher

My Proudest
Achievements

• Achieving a 76% pass rate for 'O' Level Language and Literature with a Set 4 class.
• Graduating 2 out of 3 of my degrees cum laude.
• Membership of Golden Key Honour Society.

Subjects

  • School Tutoring

English

Grade 1 - Grade 12 Cambridge

I have been teaching 'O', 'AS' and 'A' level English since 2009.

  • Language Tutoring

English

Beginner - Advanced

I have taught second language speakers and I'm often called on by friends and colleagues for assistance with English language.

Conversational English

Beginner - Advanced

I am an excellent conversationalist and have taught second language speakers in the past.

  • University Tutoring

English Literature

First Year - Fourth Year BA Honours

I graduated my English Lit Honours degree Cum Laude and earned the Top Achiever award in my year group. I also tutored the subject during my Honours year.

English

First Year - Fourth Year BA

Whilst my Postgraduate focus was on literature, I feel confident I could tutor English language at this level. I have also submitted a Masters proposal in Linguistics.

Media Studies

First Year - Third Year BA in Media, Communication and Culture

I graduated this degree Cum Laude and tutored Media subjects in my third year and Honours year. I was also a Research Assistant for the now head of school in the Media Department at NMMU.

Location

Shannon will travel up to 5km from Rondebosch, Cape Town, Western Cape to you.

Approximate location and area of coverage.

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