Khadijah A.

After 20 years of secondary school classroom teaching in English and History, I am branching out into online teaching. I taught in London, at Walthamstow for my probationary year in 1991, and have since taught in South Africa, in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. I run Parkrun, grow and sell organic vegetables, and enjoy wilderness walking. After A Bachelor of Arts in History and English, at Wits University in Johannesburg in 1984, I did a postgraduate Higher Diploma in Education, in English and History. I then taught in London and South Africa for nine years, during which time I qualified with a Bachelor of Education in Applied Linguistics, from Wits University. In 1998, my family and I went to Vancouver, British Columbia, for me to study a Masters Degree in Theology. We returned to SA in 2002. In 2016, I graduated with a PhD in History, at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. I am currently enrolled for my TTA TEFL certificate, Level 5, to qualify and teach EFL, from April 2025.

Hi! I’m Tia and I have been tutoring for over 2 years now, specialising in Geography, Business, History and Sociology. I aim to make every lesson count and ensure that my teaching style caters to your learning needs at all key stage levels. I have in-depth experience of GCSE and A-Level content, meaning I am able to plan your lessons effectively and deliver them in a coherent way. I have 2+ years experience in tuition and I can confidently teach Geography, Business, History and Sociology for all primary and secondary school (SEND included) students including GCSE and A-Level. I aim to make every lesson count and ensure that my teaching style caters to your learning needs at all key stage levels.

I have always been curious and love solving problems, which led me to study biochemistry at university before moving into software development. I enjoy challenges, whether it’s in science, coding, or everyday life, and I find it really rewarding to figure things out. During lockdown, I even taught myself how to solve a Rubik’s Cube, which was a fun way to test my patience and problem-solving skills. Beyond work, I love learning new things through reading and watching documentaries. Exploring different cultures is also something I’m really passionate about—I enjoy traveling, meeting new people, and experiencing different ways of life. I believe that learning is a lifelong journey, and I enjoy helping others grow and develop their own skills. With a curious mind and a love for challenges, I’m always excited to take on new opportunities and share my knowledge with others. I attended Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls, where I completed my GCSEs and A-levels. After that, I pursued my passion for science by studying biochemistry at the University of Warwick. I dedicated myself to my studies and graduated with an upper second-class degree.

I am a third year medical student at Hull York Medical School, who has tutored in the past and I am glad to start tutoring again to help support students on their educational journey. I worked as an in school tutor during my gap year to help support students achieve their targeted grades especially GCSE students. During the pandemic I shifted to online and so I am confidently able to teach online. I enjoy reading, writing and watching TV shows in my spare time to help unwind from my course. I am always willing to help students who aspire to be medical students and answer any questions they have as well. Education: University: Hull York Medical School A levels: Biology (A) , Chemistry (A), English Literature (A) GCSEs: English Literature (9), English (8), Mathematics (8), Biology (A), Chemistry (A*), Physics (A*) Exam board experience: AQA/ Edexcel/ OCR//WJEC