Ali B.

GCSE Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English, IT Uni Level: Java Programming, Computer Science, Web Design & Development Exam Board exp: AQA / Edexcel / Cambridge English Experience with: KS1 / KS2 / KS3 / 11+ Languages: Basic Mandarin, Basic Portuguese Exp with disabilities/special needs: None Preferred student age group: 5-11 About me: I'm James, I'm 29 years old and come from Cambridge in the UK. I now live and run a small business in Porto, Portugal. I study STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) with the Open University UK and will graduate next year. I've been an English teacher for more than 5 years, I lived and taught in China for two years, and have been teaching online for the last three years. Alongside English I also love teaching science and computer programming. In my free time, I love to travel, skateboard, ski, snowboard, watch football and I'm a serious computer gamer! I have a certificate for teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) 160 Hours from TEFLaccadamy.org which allowed me to teach English to students from Asia for the last 5 years. I have two extracurricular certificates in computer programming, one 300 Hours responsive web design (HTML & CSS) and one 300 Hours JavaScript applications development both from www.freecodecamp.org Have a bachelors degree in Computer Science from the Open University (UK) and now work full time as a programmer for a health-tech company.

Day to day, I'm a freelance writer, video editor and nerd who occasionally works in a shop. I have a BA Hons degree in Creative Writing, an MA in Screenwriting and my debut novel, The Last Royalist, is due to be released 31st March 2021. GCSE: English, History, Psychology, Media A-level: English literature and language, Media Studies, Psychology, EPQ Uni level: English, Creative Writing Experience with: KS1 / KS2 / KS3 / GCSE / A-level / University / Scottish School System

Lower Level: English and History. GCSE: English Literature, English Language and History. A Level: English Literature and History. Higher Level: History. Exam Board Experience: AQA and Eduqas. Languages: English (native speaker), German (intermediate) and French (basic). Preferred student age group: GCSE and A Level. About me: I studied for my BA in Modern European Languages and History at Durham and for my MA in Applied Human Rights at York. I have worked in Canada, Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic and the UK. I am always excited to travel and explore new places. I am a fan of football and tennis. I also love baking, reading and walking.

I am a dynamic and accomplished educator with 10+ years of teaching experience, specializing in Computer Technology Engineering. Holding a Master's degree in Computer Science and Engineering, I bring a wealth of practical knowledge and a commitment to imparting quality education. In my recent role as a Guest Faculty at BITS Pilani University's Work Integrated Learning Programs, I have been actively involved in teaching and lecturing working professionals from both academic and industrial backgrounds. My responsibilities include conducting engaging online lectures, providing access to comprehensive learning materials, and implementing various forms of assessments to enhance the learning experience. Prior to this, I served as an Assistant Professor, where I not only developed teaching materials but also communicated subject matter clearly, supported students' studies, and took an active role in setting and assessing coursework and examinations. As a dedicated and result-oriented educator, I have successfully taught a range of subjects, including Design and Analysis of Algorithms, Data Structures, Operating Systems, Problem Solving with C, Software Engineering, Python, Java and more. My commitment to academic excellence is evident through achieving 100% results in various subjects, earning me academic excellence awards. I am passionate about creating a positive and engaging learning environment, and I am excited about the opportunity to bring my wealth of experience and skills to your tutoring experience. Exam Board Exp: AQA/OCR/Edexel/WJEC Experience with: KS1 / KS2 / KS3 / A-level ICT/Python (GSCE/ AS Level/A Level/ University- UG)