Hello! I am a secondary teacher of three decades’ experience, specialising in English and Literature (along with Religious Education). I have extensive knowledge of VCE, IBMYP and IBDP requirements, and work with students who are following both traditional school pathways and home-schooling. I am friendly and approachable, and my students have always commended my amiability, dedication, kindness and generosity in helping them to find academic success, wellbeing and a deeper appreciation of the ideas they are curious about.
I offer both face-to-face and remote-learning options via platforms such as Zoom and Google-docs; therefore, students do not need to feel constrained by location. I can help with homework; units of study; deeper analysis and revision of set texts; exam practice; mentoring on assignments and essays; revision of school curriculum; and practising grammar and essay-writing - in single or ongoing sessions - and am keen for students to bring the tasks they are working on so that we can build unique skills together. (Ask me about a no-obligation, complimentary 30-min "getting to know you" session to see if we're a good tutoring match!)
I mark practice-essays and exam-papers (VCAA- or IB-style, if that's your preference), offering extensive feedback and conferencing. I also write curriculum programs for home-schooling students on various topics, such as set texts; persuasive and creative writing; and analysis of argument and language.
I can help prepare students for scholarships and entrance exams (having experience with EduTest and others) and, of course, have prepared hundreds of students for NAPLAN over many years.
I have some limited availability for “on the spot” (sudden) tutoring for those who require immediate, one-off assistance with an English quandary, via Zoom ... Just ask me: I might be available RIGHT NOW!
Besides my comprehensive classroom 30 years' full-time experience with Years 7-12 students, I can also be of assistance to Years 1-6 students (as I tutor youngsters, too - both in private enrichment programs and through the Australian Institute of Language), along with undergraduates and adults who are looking for support with their general English and writing skills (including scholarship applications). Furthermore, I have competence in structural editing and proof-reading, and may be of assistance to aspiring writers, journalists and copy-writers.
I love creative writing and reading and am always up for a good book discussion! (Bonus points if the book has an accompanying film!) ☺️
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**Now accepting 2025 BOOKINGS. 📆
**HEADSTART intensive pre-Year 12 English preparation / SUMMER HOLIDAY sessions available. 💣
**ON THE SPOT (sudden) tutoring (some evening, weekend and daytime slots - suitable for students with study lessons/free periods - and stand-by list in case of last-minute cancellations). 👩🏫
**Day-time options available for HOME-SCHOOLERS. 🏡
**Preparation for SCHOLARSHIP TESTS. 🎓
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• Bachelor of Arts (Humanities), Deakin University, Geelong (1994)
• Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary), Australian Catholic University, Ballarat (1995)
• Graduate Certificate of Religious Education, Australian Catholic University, Ballarat (1995)
• VIT-accredited
• CECV-accredited
• Years 7-12 English
• Years 10-12 Literature
• Years 7-12 Religious Education
• IB-qualified
• VCE-qualified
• NAPLAN and EduTest specialist
I have held consistent full-time teaching positions in secondary schools in both Geelong and Mildura.
I currently work with students enrolled in various programs at the Australian Institute of Language.
I help to create curious, enthusiastic and competent life-long learners, guiding students to consolidate their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
