Tutor Profile

Lina

Lina

I am an experienced Chemistry teacher currently teaching Cambridge AS and A Level Chemistry at an international school in Bangkok. I am passionate about helping students build a strong understanding of Chemistry while developing the confidence and exam skills needed to achieve excellent results.

My teaching approach focuses on clear explanations, active learning, and exam-oriented practice. I guide students step-by-step through difficult concepts and help them learn how to apply their knowledge effectively in examinations. I also provide structured practice using past paper questions and targeted feedback to address common misconceptions and strengthen weaker areas.

I teach: • IGCSE Chemistry • Cambridge International AS & A Level Chemistry (9701) • IB Chemistry

Lessons are tailored to each student’s needs, whether they require support with understanding concepts, improving problem-solving skills, or preparing for exams. I offer both one-to-one and small group online lessons.

With experience teaching students from different academic backgrounds and abilities, I aim to create lessons that are supportive, engaging, and results-focused.

Teaching Experience

I have over 20 years of teaching experience in secondary and pre-university Chemistry programmes.

From 2004 to 2016, I taught: • Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry • IB Chemistry

Since 2016, I have been teaching: • Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry • Singapore O Level Chemistry • Cambridge International AS & A Level Chemistry • AP Chemistry

Throughout my teaching career, I have worked with students from diverse academic backgrounds and abilities, helping them strengthen their conceptual understanding, improve examination techniques, and achieve their academic goals. I have extensive experience preparing students for external examinations and guiding them through challenging Chemistry concepts using structured, student-focused lessons.

My teaching combines clear explanations, active learning strategies, and intensive past paper practice to help students build both confidence and mastery in Chemistry.

Tutoring Approach

My approach to tutoring is focused on helping students truly understand Chemistry concepts while developing strong problem-solving and examination skills. I believe students learn best when explanations are clear, lessons are interactive, and concepts are immediately reinforced through guided practice.

During online lessons, I use a Microsoft Surface Pro with a stylus to provide a classroom-like learning experience. I teach using OneNote, PDF annotations, and screen sharing through Google Meet or Zoom, allowing students to follow detailed handwritten explanations, mechanism drawings, calculations, and worked examples in real time.

Lessons are structured around: • Clear explanation of concepts • Step-by-step worked examples • Guided practice with exam-style questions • Immediate feedback and correction • Development of exam techniques and answering strategies

I frequently use past paper questions from Cambridge, Singapore, IB, and AP curricula to help students become familiar with exam expectations and common question patterns. I also adapt lessons according to each student’s learning pace, strengths, and areas for improvement.

My goal is not only to help students improve their grades, but also to build confidence and independent thinking in Chemistry.

Qualifications

MSc (Chemistry)

Masters · University of Wollongong · 2001

BSc (Chemistry)

Bachelors · University of Wollongong · 2000

PGCEi

PGCE · Nottingham University · 2021
Online Tuition
Subjects Taught
Chemistry
GCSE or National 3-5
£25.00
A-Level, IB or Highers
£25.00