I love working with children and getting to know them. I am also very aware of how to help a child to gain confidence – sometimes starting off with easier work so that they see they can do it; sometimes showing children something that looks difficult (making them realise that they can achieve this). It’s a privileged position to be in and I work closely with parents, together as a team. have a very positive mindset myself which impacts my learners. I am a glass half full person and always see the best in any situation.

I try to be creative in the learning experiences I give children. This is often very personalised to the individual child. I try to find out children’s interests and tailor learning around them – especially for reluctant readers. I know that all children work in different ways whether this is online or face-to-face and try to use learning styles that support children to enjoy the tasks they are given.

When working from home with me, children have a quiet and calm environment, and if they like dogs, my dog, Saffie (a very well-behaved golden retriever) loves learning too. Saffie has been tutoring since she was a puppy and loves being around children! Online, I try to make learning fun by breaking up tasks with online games and interactive activities. I have a wealth of resources at my fingertips and a wealth of knowledge regarding children’s next steps in learning.

I am a teacher that still loves to teach, and I’m honoured to have a job where I can make a difference to young minds.