A friendly and humorous Head of Computer Science, where I specialise within KS4 and KS5 at both OCR and AQA.

Good experience of tutoring international students through the IGCSE Computer Science course. Fully qualified exam marker at KS4 and KS5.

Head of Computing and ICT at school in County Durham.

Worked as 2nd in Department as Teacher of Computing at School in Durham where I taught for 9 years.

Specialise in Computer Science at GSCE OCR for both papers 1 and 2 as well as Python coding that will assist the students project and exam technique.

I also specialise at Computing at A Level OCR where I teach all the aspects of the paper one, paper 2 and the NEA.

I am currently the lead mentor at my school for Computer Science trainee teachers where I aim to try and support the trainee as much as possible in the classroom to help them progress.

Currently exam mark for OCR at both GCSE and A Level. I also mark and moderate for the exam board for Imedia along with Cambridge Technicals Level 3 in IT.

I have plenty of hours of online tutoring offered to students and use the latest technology available to show progress for the students in my care.

Vast knowledge of IGCSE Computing where I have been tutoring international students.

Always try to keep up to date with the technology world that is ever changing, humorous and very outgoing personality.

Always felt that I have built up excellent rapport with students over the years and that it helps the students get the best possible results.

Father of 2 boys (17 and 14) enjoy all aspects of sport especially Cricket, Football and Golf.

Teaching Experience

20 years within Education, where 16 have been teaching within secondary school. Currently Head of Computing at my current school.

Tutoring Approach

Always make the student feel comfortable and aim to build positive rapport early in sessions. Use Meet for sessions online where use a live board so students can follow. Access to scripts and past paper questions also to help students progress.

Qualifications

QTS

QTS · Department for Education · 2012

BSc Computing

Bachelors · University of Northumbria · 2011

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vrouse Comment

Alex has been tutoring my son throughout year 13 in A-level computer science and he says he's enjoyed the sessions and found them very helpful. He says Alex is engaged in the teaching, supportive and responsive to his needs. As a parent I've found him to be very reliable and organised and a great communicator.

reji.kombarakaran Comment

Alex has been a fantastic Computer Science teacher for both my son and daughter at GCSE and A-Level. They both really enjoy the lessons, find them engaging, and their confidence and grades have improved noticeably thanks to Alex’s support and teaching style. We’re very grateful for the positive impact Alex has had on them both.

jennihoward Comment

Alex has tutored my son in Computer Science for three and a half years. We initially sought support when he was struggling to keep up in year 9. From the start, Alex’s 1:1 lessons and clear explanations made a significant difference. Alex took the time to identify gaps in his knowledge, break down difficult concepts, and give practical advice on how to approach problems and exams. As a result, he went from finding the work overwhelming to becoming one of the top students in his GCSE class. Alex is now supporting him with A level Computer Science, and his guidance continues to be invaluable. My son looks forward to the lessons, finds them challenging in a positive way, and knows he has someone knowledgeable and patient to turn to when he gets stuck. We are genuinely grateful to have found Alex and I would highly recommend him to anyone whose child is finding Computer Science difficult or wants to get ahead in the subject.

bw08 Comment

Alex is a great A Level Computer Science tutor who has helped me become more confident in computer science. He is patient when explaining topics and always makes sure his lessons are easy to understand. He is passionate about teaching and puts a lot of effort into supporting his students. I would highly recommend him to anyone wanting a knowledgeable, dependable, and supportive tutor.

harryj Comment

Alex has been a fantastic Computer Science tutor for A Level and GCSE. He has really improved my theory and programming knowledge as well as sharpening my exam technique which has been incredibly valuable. I would highly recommend him to other students.

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