Callista

5 (5 reviews)

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5 (5 reviews)

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English Literature graduate from King's College London teaches English Language and/or Literature for GCSE/A level/IB students.

Name: Callista
Address: London, LS
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Price range: L199

Reading
Literacy
Modern Literature
Classical literature

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About Callista

I am an English Literature graduate from King's College London. Prior to university, I also did English Language and Literature Higher Level in IB and English Language and Literature GCSE. I got a 7 in my English IB finals (translates to A* in A levels) and an A* in GCSE. Although I did IB, I am also familiar and am an expertise in English Language/Literature A levels, since the topics and marking are similar.

I've always loved reading since I was a kid, and surprisingly, my passion for reading and literature has only increased throughout the years and after studying it in an academic level. Being able to analyse and understand the context behind the literary works that I read have just expanded my knowledge of them, and thus, my enjoyment of them.

I have a background in teaching and tutoring. In high school, I volunteered as an English tutor for underprivileged children in Indonesia. I also volunteered as a tutor in a non profit charity organisation - called KNS - last summer. Both of these experiences were so healing and inspiring, and I tried very hard to make the classes as interactive and interesting as possible, and I will do the same with my tutoring classes!

About the lesson

My classes will be based on course and exam preparation. Since it is aimed for GCSE and A level/IB students, my lessons will be aimed at students in elementary/sixth form. My classes will be around 1 hour but I am flexible and will suit your needs.

As an English Literature graduate, I am also used to writing academic level essays. Most of my essays in university obtained a First class and I also achieved a First in my final dissertation. Since GCSE and A level students might not be used to writing essays (and since English is an essay based subject), I can teach students what makes a good essay and how to structure one. I also have copies of my previous essays from my high school days, which will be helpful in using it as an example of how to write an essay. I don't believe that there is one way of writing an essay - and I don't want students to just improve by copying - but having a sample essay can be useful to break down why it received good grades and analyse what made it work.

Having completed various exams when I did my GCSEs and IB, I've also become accustomed to taking exams and I understand that doing well on exams is just a matter of practice. Through my classes, I can teach students how to approach various exams, including: how to break down questions, how to structure your time, and how to plan essays during an exam.

Most importantly, I will also teach students the basics in how to excel in English language and/or Literature, and a lot of it does come from literacy and critical thinking skills. I will teach students how to approach a literary text and break it down to its essences. Based on my other teaching experiences, I've found fun ways to do it; such as by starting lessons with an interactive writing exercise, having debate-based classes on a literary text, and adapting a literary text in a creative way.

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Perfect! She is a very thoughtful teacher who puts a lot of thought into how she presents the material. Her lessons were engaging, useful, and she was very patient with me and always encouraging me to try. I would highly recommend her to anyone interested in learning English!
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Perfect! She is a very thoughtful teacher who puts a lot of thought into how she presents the material. Her lessons were engaging, useful, and she was very patient with me and always encouraging me to try. I would highly recommend her to anyone interested in learning English!
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Lucy

In university, Callista has always been a motivated and high performing student. Her thoughtful and kind disposition made her approachable and easy to work with in group discussions and projects. She would be an excellent tutor to study with!
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Lucy
In university, Callista has always been a motivated and high performing student. Her thoughtful and kind disposition made her approachable and easy to work with in group discussions and projects. She would be an excellent tutor to study with!
Maddie

Callista is an amazing writer, both in an academic and creative setting. I know firsthand that she has experience in English Literature at HL for the International Baccalaureate Diploma as well as a bachelor's degree in English from Kings College London. She gives constructive feedback, and is always considerate when you need help. Her experience in the creative writing industry has also provided a unique perspective.
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Maddie
Callista is an amazing writer, both in an academic and creative setting. I know firsthand that she has experience in English Literature at HL for the International Baccalaureate Diploma as well as a bachelor's degree in English from Kings College London. She gives constructive feedback, and is always considerate when you need help. Her experience in the creative writing industry has also provided a unique perspective.
Yasmin

Callista is a highly dedicated and and resourceful person in all aspects of her life. She will be a credit to any student that she takes on and as a tutor will guide students with confidence and patience.
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Yasmin
Callista is a highly dedicated and and resourceful person in all aspects of her life. She will be a credit to any student that she takes on and as a tutor will guide students with confidence and patience.
Arya

I studied alongside Callista at King's College London. She is a driven and motivational influence, always willing to help others better their work. Above all else she is kind, understanding, and greatly interested in all things English literature and media. Any student would be lucky to have her helping them!
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Arya
I studied alongside Callista at King's College London. She is a driven and motivational influence, always willing to help others better their work. Above all else she is kind, understanding, and greatly interested in all things English literature and media. Any student would be lucky to have her helping them!
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