Stella X

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

University College London, MSc Psychology of Education

Leiden University, Psychology BSc GPA: 7.59 equivalent to 2.i

Leiden University, Tackling Global Challenges Honours College GPA: 8 equivalent to 1st

BME International Grammar School of Budapest, Hungary, HL Biology, English Language and Literature, HL Business and Management, SL French, SL Spanish ab initio, SL Mathematics

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

6 years experience of tutoring IFCSE and GCSE Biology

4 years experience of tutoring A-level Biology

1 year experience of working as an academic lead and tutor for first year medical students

Love Learning Tutors

GCSE: Biology, Psychology, Business

A-Level: Biology, Psychology, Business Management

Have previously tutored Chinese (beginner level) and Biology. Have experience with personal statements and university applications.

SKILLS AND INTERESTS

I have always loved cooking, and gathering new recipes. It’s an activity for me to be creative and combine my Chinese and Hungarian background. In addition, I love to play around with Rubiks cube, I’m currently trying to beat my personal record with the 3x3 cube. I also started learning chess and I fell in love with it immediately so hopefully I can develop this interest in my spare time.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Psychology and PR Intern at wellyou

Volunteer English Teacher at ENGin

Real Estate Assistant at Z1 Real Estate Agency in Hungary

Special Education Teacher Volunteer at the Hungarian Williams Syndrome Association

Research Assistant at the Central European University (CEU)

PERSONAL STATEMENT

Going from having a tough time in high school to doing a postgraduate degree at UCL, I have personally experienced the hardships of education and how a teacher can change a student’s life. This is why I know first-handed, how important encouragement is. I believe that a tutoring session should be just as much about developing confidence, as going over the syllabus. This is why my approach to tutoring can be considered as ‘child-focused’. I understand that each student learns differently, has different skills and interests. It is extremely important to focus on these, because ultimately, these are the factors that going to determine a child’s success. Therefore, a lesson should be interactive, concentrating on positive reinforcements and finding enjoyment in the subject areas. In my opinion, it is also crucial to build mutual trust with the student, providing a nurturing environment, so that the child is able to express themselves freely. There is nothing more fulfilling than to see a tutee becoming open to learning.