Shamiela

For over two decades I have thoroughly enjoyed being a very successful teacher of English Literature and Language & Literature as well as Theory of Knowledge in four very highly regarded IB World Schools. I have been an examiner for IB English and I also tutor iGCSE and A Level with ease. I am a specialist in supporting IB students with their Individual Oral, Internal Assessments and Extended Essays. Exam success relies on mastery of the material but also a genuine enjoyment of the subject. My students trust that all lessons are goal oriented, highly focused and "inspirational'.

"I would like to express my deep appreciation for the teachers Steve (Math), Adam (Economics) and Shamiela (English Literature) for helping my son, Nikolaus, in IB. Math became an increasingly challenging subject for him in the past few years even before IB started because difficult concepts left unclarified affected his foundation. With Steve's very patient and focused one-on-one help, he has become more confident and can see the light at the end of the tunnel.

I would like to commend that all three teachers take the time to give a useful summary after each lesson, as well as constructive and encouraging feedback on his progress and the objectives for the next lesson.

I feel immensely grateful and reassured that Nikolaus is in good hands. Thank you!"

"I just received my IB Results this morning and am proud to report I received a 43/45 and a 7 in English with 86%.

I owe all of my success in English to Shamiela, she is an absolute gem and an indispensable tutor! Not only does she have extensive course knowledge, expertise, specific and constructive feedback, and excellent teaching skills, but she is always supportive, genuinely interested in helping me grow as a learner and person, kind, flexible, and friendly!

Shamiela has tutored me over the course of the 2 year IB program and helped specifically with my IO, HL Essay, and Paper 2. Shamiela always listened to my needs and was able to explain everything in a way that I could understand and that she knew would benefit me the most as a learner. She has always believed in me and has pushed me to achieve my fullest potential in a way that both inspires me to try my hardest and grows my love of english. Most of all, Shamiela has helped me grow my confidence in myself, which is something i’ll be grateful for forever."

I have a BA English Literature and a MEd in Educational Leadership and am currently pursuing a PhD in Literature and Cultural Studies. I have been Head of English thrice and held several leadership positions in secondary education, including Director of Innovation at my previous school. I have lived and worked in four countries and have been inspired by the internationalism and diversity in those contexts. I am able to quickly boost the confidence of my students and identify the areas in most need of improvement, making sure to set clear goals to work towards. I very much enjoy helping students along their journey to success and my students say they always look forward to our sessions and quickly gain new knowledge and skills.

"We have been very impressed with the professionalism, adaptability and knowledge of our tutor. We couldn’t be happier with her and the teaching she provides." IB1 English Parent