Lily McDermott

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My background

I graduated this year after reading English Literature at the University of Oxford.

In the English Literature Aptitude Test (ELAT) to get an interview for Oxford University, I scored 58/60. I received two unconditional offers from universities (Nottingham and Lancaster), and a scholarship offer (Lancaster). I received offers to all five universities I applied to (all in the top ten for English Literature).

I am passionate about my subject, and I think that reminding students what they love about their subject is really crucial for positive progression. Furthermore, I found applying to university a very enjoyable process. This was because my personal statement was the hardest I have ever worked academically and the end result was an essay I took great pride in producing.

I was a regular contributor to the Oxford Student (Oxford's student-run newspaper). I was also a member of the University’s DanceSport society! I have many interests in other areas of academia, undertaking a three-week course at the University of Stanford as a visiting student.

Experience

I have tutored online, in classrooms, in summer schools. My experience has covered one-to-one teaching, smaller groups, and larger classroom environments. I have a real assortment of experience, (over 200 hours), and genuinely love teaching. It is great interacting with students of all abilities and backgrounds, and ensure that my attitude and approach adapts dynamically to fit the situation to the best of my ability.

I regularly tutor GCSE and A-Level students in English (Literature and Langauge), History and Religious Studies.

Qualifications

BA (Hons), University of Oxford:
A-Level, Greenhead College:
AS Level, Greenhead College: Film Studies (A), Spanish (B)
GCSE, Silcoates School: English Language (A*), French (A*), IT (A*), English Literature (A), History (A), RS (A), Spanish (A), Biology (A), Maths (A), Latin (B)

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