Reading Myths and Mystics: A Personal Philosophical Journey

From 92.23 C$ /h

Philosophy follows wisdom. This class will explore a panorama of philosophical texts through the poetic diction of stories and myths. Offering close-readings and lectures from Heraclitus to Shakespeare, Kierkegaard to Ávila, students are invited to engage and formulate new ideas. Personal requests are very welcome in consultation.

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London, UK

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About Me

Having worked as a tutor and teacher before I started to study myself, I highly appreciate critical thinking and curiosity. Students who are willing to learn are the greatest teachers.

Education

University of Oxford, Dartington Arts School, UK. University College Utrecht, The Netherlands.
Currently based in London, and starting a PhD at the Catholic University of Toulouse, France.

Experience / Qualifications

BA (Hons) in Philosophy, Religion, International Relations
MA in Poetics of Imagination
PhD Candidate in Russian and German Idealism

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

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Seniors (65+ years old)

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60 minutes

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English

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Russian

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Skills

Literature

Philosophy

Poetry

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Veronica

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I really enjoy teaching and like to make the lessons challenging and fun.

Ilia

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Are you having difficulties analysing texts, poems and prose in your IGCSE English, IB English Literature or IB LangLit course? Are you ready to commit an hour every week over the summer to get that 6 or 7 and get into the university of your dreams? Then this is the course for you!

From helping you master the general techniques of literary analysis and teaching you how to compare literary works to answer exam questions on character development, theme and techniques, my course will provide you with all the tools and knowledge you need to dazzle even the most demanding IB examiner. The combination of my passion for writing prose and poetry and my deep understanding of IB marking criteria thanks to great teachers and thoughtful research means that I am uniquely placed to not only explain what your answers were lacking, but also show you how thinking like a writer can help you dramatically improve your answers.

Following a thorough discussion of your individual needs in our first class, I will create for you an engaging but exam-focused programme drawing on my 3-year experience as a tutor and using interactive teaching platforms. Through my course, you will get access to a vast library of resources (at no extra cost) - from official IB textbooks and past papers to teacher guidance - to help you perfect both your analytical and essay-writing skills. And if English is your second language, I will show you what to focus on in your learning so that you could write better than Shakespeare!

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Ophelia

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Hello!!! I would be thrilled to have you for student. We offer Spanish and Italian lessons at a native level and always make sure to keep a high-quality learning. Do you need a last minute lesson to prepare you for an examination? Do you wish to improve your language level rapidly and efficiently? Are you moving soon to Spain or Italy ? Do you need to prepare yourself for an interview? Well, you have chosen the right teacher! :-) I can make you discover the Spanish/Italian culture through the lessons and make sure that you will be able to speak properly Spanish/Italian once in Spain/Italy (or who knows Brazil... ;-) ).

* Students taking their IB/ GCSEs/ A-Levels or other exams can be guaranteed to get the top grades (but you also need to do your homework and revise your notes ;-) ). I can also help students at the university in business, economics...

* Students who are willing to learn Spanish/Italian for fun, let's do it! I can make the lessons fun for you and we can talk about many subjects.

You have got a question? I'm waiting for you to send me a message. No questions? You can directly book your first lesson and I'll do my best to give you your desired time slot. Lessons usually last 50 minutes.

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This class is adaptable for age and skill set level. I can specialise in grammar and basics for non-native speakers or younger school students, or a focus in essay writing and analysing literature. I have experience tutoring up to A levels with successful results.

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Zoila

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Hi, Welcome to "Adventures in English," a dynamic and interactive class designed to make learning English a delightful journey for children aged 5-12. ☺️This class focuses on building strong foundational skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening through engaging activities and creative exercises. Our goal is to spark a love for English and help students gain confidence in their language abilities.

Class Focus:

🌟Reading Comprehension: Through a variety of age-appropriate books, stories, and poems, students will enhance their reading skills, vocabulary, and understanding of different genres.
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Resources:

🌟Books and Stories: A selection of engaging children’s literature, both classic and contemporary.
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Teaching Methods:

🌟Interactive Storytelling: Bringing stories to life with expressive reading and imaginative discussions.
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Join "Adventures in English" and embark on a fun-filled learning experience where every child’s potential is nurtured and celebrated. Let's make English an exciting adventure together!

Maryam

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Fun, enthusiastic, personalised teaching in any primary school subject ranging from Literacy, Phonics and Grammar to Maths, History and Science.
I absolutely love teaching and I am very passionate in ensuring success for my pupils.
Lots of valuable experience with children from different backgrounds and I am a mother of three myself.
Young, energetic, patient teacher with over five years of teaching experience.
Lessons are interactive and engaging.
Helpful for pupils who need some extra teaching or catch ups during the summer or out of school hours.
I am more than happy to arrange homework, support for parents or powerpoint slides to extend teaching.

Toby

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Would you like to learn how to write poetry or develop your poetic craft with the assistance of an experienced teacher? In this class, we'll work on shaping new drafts whilst learning about international poetic forms as well as producing some free verse work. We'll edit our material and, if we have multiple sessions, we'll put together a brief collection! We will explore the world of the senses, memories, and connect to language in a new, profound way. My course is not prescriptive, and we'll meet your voice wherever you're at right now.

You'll be taught by a published poet with work experience in the UK and North America. I've taught Creative Writing to university students at a world-leading school, and worked with younger audiences, and I'm happy to work with a variety of forms in English. I studied for my MFA in Creative Writing at the University of British Columbia, and won a scholarship as the strongest poet in my cohort.

Lea

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French experienced and qualified native tutor.

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I will quickly identify your weak areas and adapt my teaching methods according to each student be it on your business premises or your home. Lessons are usually task-based and centred around practical functions.

By the end of our sessions, you should feel equipped and confident to continue to progress on your learning journey outside of our classes with the resources and strategies I will provide you.

Prune

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As a native French speaker and bilingual in English, I offer personalized tutoring in literature, philosophy, history, and social sciences in both languages. My tutoring sessions focus on helping students explore and analyze, engage critically with their work as well as develop their ability to think independently. With lessons available in both French and English, I ensure that each session is adapted to your preferred language and learning style. Whether you're looking to strengthen your essay writing, enhance your critical thinking, or simply gain a better grasp of these subjects, my classes offer an engaging and supportive environment to help you succeed.

Grace

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My goal is to:
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- Offer practical advice on revision techniques, study tips, and tools to boost the student's performance.

I achieved two 9s at GCSE in English Literature and English Language in 2017.
I earned an A in English Literature at A-level in 2019.
Graduated with First-Class MA Honours in English Literature from Edinburgh University in 2024.

Tasnia

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Are you looking for personalized English tutoring for KS1 and KS2? I offer engaging and interactive sessions designed to boost literacy skills, including reading comprehension, vocabulary, and writing. My approach is tailored to each child's needs, making learning fun and effective through games, storytelling, and creative activities. Let's help your child build confidence and a love for English! Contact me today to schedule a session!

Hannah

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Recent graduate of Oxford University, theology and religion. A*s in A levels and 9s at gcses.
Will provide high level tutoring in any subject (ks2-4, gcse, a level etc) related to my degree subject. These include Religious studies, ethics, philosophy, politics, english (literature at a-level, lit and lang gcse). Can offer subject specific teaching, but also more generally essay writing practice, as well as oxbridge interview, personal statement, and entrance exam help, particularly for students in the state sector. While I cannot guarantee success, I will do my best to relay my experiences and hopefully provide students with helpful guidance.
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-Understand classic and contemporary literary works
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-Prepare for GCSE, A-Level, and other academic exams
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Specifically this might include support with some of the following:

-Breaking down literary texts
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Markella

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I am a BA graduate of Classics and Literature from Athens National and Kapodistrian University and holder of an MA degree in Dramaturgy and Writing for Performance from Goldsmiths University of London. I have nearly 10 years of experience of teaching in different countries, settings and age groups as a private tutor of ancient and modern Greek in my home country and as a primary school TA and Art Teacher in the UK. At the same time, I have developped my career as a theatre freelancer in production and dramaturgy. Throughout my life I have engaged with writing, both creatively as a writer and theatre maker and as a facilitator and script reader. I can offer Creative Writing sessions for emergning writers in Theatre and Poetry. Whether you have some experience or you're just getting started, I can help you shape and develop your craft, offer constructive feedback and helpful reading lists and creative references.

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Kevin

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It is true that the philosopher is the friend of wisdom, but above all, he is someone who does not want to make mistakes in reasoning. Philosophizing is a way of reasoning and a way of solving problems that will never have a perfect and definitive solution. Knowing the distance between the Earth and the Moon is not a problem of philosophy, because it is enough to measure to solve it. On the other hand, knowing, for example, what justice is, is a problem of philosophy. A meter will not be able to help us know the answer. We must go about it differently, and in the courses I offer, I will teach you how.

You will learn

- text reading strategies
- case studies with the aim of learning from experts
- methodology in philosophy
- writing an essay
- writing a text commentary
- a work on the philosophers of your choice
- an overview of the history of philosophy
- the general culture necessary to be able to philosophize

I will adapt to your individual needs. Each course is tailor-made. We will analyze where your difficulties lie and together develop a course program that will make you perform as quickly as possible. The basic principle of the courses I offer is dialectics, like Plato's dialogues: reflecting together, making theoretical contributions, asking questions and seeking answers, and testing the validity of reasoning.

For the past 10 years, I have been teaching German using the philosophy methodology, having studied philosophy at the Master's level at Aix-Marseille University. It turns out that the analytical mind is very useful even outside the confines of philosophy. Today, there are even fields of activity such as management with philosophy or philotherapy. In recent years, some German students have asked me to also teach them philosophy courses, and that is why I decided to offer philosophy courses directly.

I look forward to meeting you during a first lesson.