About me
I'm Ruby, an experienced and dedicated Biology Teacher and Examiner, and my passion is helping students of all abilities harness their potential, bolster their confidence, and attain exceptional results.
Tailored Learning, Multiple Options
I specialise in personalised education, offering both one-on-one and group tuition. With years of experience teaching AQA, OCR, and Edexcel exam boards, I've worked with students ranging from primary to A level. Notably, A level biology is my most popular service.
Interactive Learning for Lasting Mastery
I don't just stand and deliver; my lessons are a dynamic and engaging experience. Informed by the latest educational research, my approach includes questioning throughout, quizzes, exam practice, and innovative tools. We play virtual match-up games, Two Truths and a Lie, debate science ethics and much more. Learning is fun, memorable, and highly effective.
Simplifying the Complex
Biology can be tricky, but my approach is simple: make it understandable. I utilise real-world examples, models, and analogies to break down complex scientific concepts. This ensures that students not only understand the material but also remember and apply it with ease.
Staying Current
Education is an ever-evolving field, and I'm committed to staying up to date with the latest research and innovations. I embed these findings into my teaching to provide the most effective educational experience for my students.
Experience and Qualifications
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
PGCE with Science Specialism, Newcastle University
PGCert Biodiversity, Wildlife & Ecosystem Health, University of Edinburgh
BSc Zoology, University of Leeds
Full Enhanced DBS
Tutoring Since 2019
Experience with Multiple Exam Boards, particularly AQA, OCR and Edexcel.
OCR A Level Biology Candidate Proxy since 2022
OCR A Level Biology Assessment Specialist since 2021
Educational Leadership During the Pandemic: Provided training and modelling in online learning tools to over 100 teachers during the pandemic.Â