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Alexis O - Tutor in Bailey`s Muckleneuk

I am a 22 year old Masters student at the University of Pretoria. I live in Bailey's Muckleneuk and I would love to help with any school subjects. Maths and English are my favourites, especially maths for matric and grade 11 level. I have a pretty flexible schedule and will be able to see/interact with my students often. I want to help you do as well as you can! I live very close to Pretoria Boys High and Waterkloof Primary and I am able to help students in surrounding areas. My email is oosthuizenalexis@gmail.com

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Teaching places

My Home, Students Home, and Online

Travelling distance

Alexis will travel 7km from Bailey`s Muckleneuk, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Languages spoken

Alexis speaks English

Experience
2020-01-01 - 2020-12-31
Teaching Assistant/Tutor

I am currently a teaching assistant/tutor for 2nd and 4th year students at the University of Pretoria. I mark tests and exams and assist students in preparation for their tests. I am mentoring final year students and assisting them with writing of their honours year seminars.

2014-01-01 - 2015-12-31
Tutor

I tutored a friend in maths. He came to my house every Sunday evening and we covered the work we had done in the previous week. This friend passed maths core in matric!

2017-10-01 - 2018-09-30
Facilitator - Tuks Res Women in Leadership Academy

• Attending content-training sessions on the following topics: - Feminism - Leadership Identity - Branding - Role models - Thinking skills • Delivering the above-mentioned content to a ladies’ residence throughout the year. • Driving constructive conversation in said residence about women empowerment, leadership and women’s rights. • Attending various events including a critical discussion on Gender-Based Violence. I won an award for Most Promising Leader in 2017.

Education
2020-01-01 - 2021-12-31
MScAgric Pasture Science - University of Pretoria

I am currently studying an MSc in Pasture Science. I am a teaching assistant and tutor for second and fourth year students.

2016-01-01 - 2019-11-22
BScAgric Animal Science - University of Pretoria

I completed my BSc in 2018 in the minimum prescribed period.

2015-01-01 - 2015-12-01
Matric - Rand Park High School

I matriculated with 6 distinctions in Mathematics, English, Life Orientation, Biology, Physical Science and Accounting.

Subjects taught
  • English Literature

    I did very well for english in matric (80% +) and I understand the types of questions that are asked. I have a lot experience in university-level writing and I love to read. I'll be more than happy to read the book you're working on in class in order to be of more assistance.

    Alexis teaches English Literature at High School and Primary School level(s)

  • General Maths & Science

    I finished matric with 87% for science and 90% for maths. These were my favourite subjects and I still love them! I'm happy to sit and explain this to you as I believe that it just takes some time and a different perspective to grasp it.

    Alexis teaches General Maths & Science at High School and Primary School level(s)

  • Math

    I completed matric with 90% in mathematics. This is my favourite subject and I have still got some really good matric and grade 11 math resources. I love teaching maths and I think that maths is something you need to be taught in many different ways to understand it.

    Alexis teaches Math at High School and Primary School level(s)

  • Biology

    I have a completed a degree in Natural sciences (BScAgric). I enjoy biology and have a technique to learn it. I did very well in biology at school and have a passion for all things Science. I can teach levels from ghrade 1 to grade 12.

    Alexis teaches Biology at High School and Primary School level(s)

  • Writing

    I did very well for english in matric (80% +) and I understand the types of questions that are asked. I have a lot experience in university-level writing and I love to read. I'll be more than happy to read the book you're working on in class in order to be of more assistance.

    Alexis teaches Writing at High School and Primary School level(s)

  • Grammar

    I am eager to help with grammar. I enjoy writing, grammar is therefore extremely important to me and I am aware of grammatical nuances in the english language. I have some resources that may be of assistance as well.

    Alexis teaches Grammar at High School and Primary School level(s)

  • English Language and Literature

    I did very well for english in matric (80% +) and I understand the types of questions that are asked. I have a lot experience in university-level writing and I love to read. I'll be more than happy to read the book you're working on in class in order to be of more assistance.

    Alexis teaches English Language and Literature at High School, Primary School, and University/College level(s)