Tomilola Owojori

I intend to start each topic by giving warm-up questions to figure out how much the student already knows and how to fill in any gaps. This initial assessment helps me understand their confidence level and identify any misconceptions early on. We then attempt examples together so I can model clear methods and demonstrate how to approach different types of questions. After this guided practice, the student completes questions independently while explaining their reasoning, allowing me to see how well they can apply the method on their own. If they don’t understand, I provide visual representations, step-by-step breakdowns, or alternative approaches to support them and ensure the concept becomes much clearer.

At the start of every lesson, past topics are reviewed to double check understanding and strengthen long-term recall. I believe that effective teaching requires analysing mistakes rather than simply marking them wrong, as this helps students build confidence, recognise patterns in their errors, and avoid repeating them. My aim is to create a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and exploring new strategies without fear of failure.

I also encourage students to think aloud, as this reveals their thought processes and helps them develop stronger problem-solving habits. My approach is flexible and adaptable to different learning styles, whether a student benefits more from visual aids, structured methods, or practical examples. I have experience tutoring a Year 11 GCSE student in Maths while in Sixth Form, and I offer lessons for Y6 SATs and Y9–11 GCSE students.