Melanie
Private Tutor in Abingdon (also available for babysitting)
My Summary
About Me
I am a highly motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated Primary, Secondary and on-line tutor (specialist subjects, English and Drama) covering curriculum and lessons for students aged four to adult. I thrive on preparing and delivering well-structured and creative lessons which inspire, motivate and positively challenge pupils. I utilize methods and practices appropriate to specific individual learning styles, including a very strong focus on SEND students, to ensure all students are supported, appropriately challenged and inspired at every level, with a positive, can-do attitude, a flexible approach and always with a smile!
My Experience
I have a strong international teaching and people-focused background, having worked and lived in Africa, the Middle East, USA, Caribbean, Spain and UK. Teaching across the age and ability range, with a genuine interest in students’ needs and aspirations, I adapt my teaching to accommodate the most able, and for those who find the subject challenging.
I have an enhanced child DBS, on the Update Service, a full, clean driving license and the following certificates: Paediatric and Workplace First Aid, Allergy & Anaphylaxis Training, Safeguarding, Keeping Children Safe in Education, Keeping Children Safe Online, Prevent, GPDR, Health and Safety, Slips, Trips and Falls, Risk Assessment, Fire Risk Assessment, and Food Safety and Hygiene, etc.
My Qualifications
I am a qualified English teacher (PGCE) and have taught Drama (LAMDA exams) for over twenty years and English as a second language/English for Speakers of Other Languages. I have tutored on-line, specialising in KS1, KS2, KS3, 11 +, GCSE, IGCE, International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge Lower and Upper Secondary curriculums, Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint, Alternative Provision, AS/A-Level curriculums, SEND | English Language and Literature syllabus across multiple exam boards and set texts for Literature.
In addition to tuition, I am an experienced, high-quality housekeeper, confident family cook, nanny, PA and general all-rounder who is cheerful, enthusiastic and has many years of experience. I offer extraordinary attention to detail and outstanding service in every way, priding myself in managing a property to ensure the that your home is maintained to the highest standard. I enjoy all aspects of housekeeping, especially cooking, laundry, ironing, gardening and manage any additional responsibilities that may arise as part of every-day life, always maintaining confidentiality and absolute discretion. I have many years of experience of house and pet sitting and have looked after and cared for an extensive range of pets from dogs, cats, hamsters, horses to lamas.
I am kind, cheerful, patient, trustworthy and dependable, with the ability to follow instruction, multi-task and use my initiative. You will find me to be an honest and dedicated worker, with a friendly, flexible and confident attitude, following specific, unique instructions as given. My excellent organizational and time management skills ensure the household is run efficiently and with the necessary flexibility needed.
I am a devoted animal lover, confident rider and swimmer and non-smoker.
My Availability
Flexible on availability so please feel free to contact me to inquire.
My Fees
- Babysitting from £15.00 per hour
- Tutoring from £30.00 per hour
My Documents
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- Enhanced DBS Check including Children's Barred List Issued 15/12/2023 Securely stored
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This profile was last updated on 3rd November 2026 and has been produced from information provided to us by the user. We have not verified or confirmed the accuracy of any of the information and members should undertake their own vigorous checks and references. Please ensure you read our Safety Advice and information on how to Check Childcare Provider Documents.