Geelong tutor in Communication, Creative Writing, English, English Literature, Journalism, Reading, Teacher Training

5.0  (3 student reviews)

Hello! I am a secondary teacher of over three decades' experience, specialising in VCE English. I work with students who are following both traditional school pathways and home-schooling. I am friendly and approachable, and my students have always commended my amiability, dedication, kindness and generosity in helping them to find academic success, wellbeing, and a deeper appreciation of the ideas they are curious about.

I offer both face-to-face and remote-learning options (via Zoom and Google-docs); therefore, students do not need to feel constrained by location. I can help with homework; units of study; deeper analysis and revision of set texts; exam practice; mentoring on assignments and essays; revision of school curriculum; and practising grammar and essay-writing - in single or ongoing sessions - and am keen for students to bring the tasks they are working on so that we can build unique skills together. (Ask me about a no-obligation, complimentary 30-min “meet-and-greet" session to see if we're a good tutoring match!)

I mark practice essays and exam papers, offering extensive feedback and conferencing. I also write curriculum programs for home-schooling students on various English topics, such as set texts; persuasive and creative writing; and analysis of argument and language.

I have some very limited availability for "on the spot" (sudden) tutoring for those who require immediate, one-off assistance with an English quandary, via Zoom ... Just ask me: I might be available RIGHT NOW!

I love creative writing and reading and am always up for a good book discussion! (Bonus points if the book has an accompanying film!)

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**2026 NO LONGER AVAILABLE! After-school and evening spaces are currently FULL; similarly, day-time spaces (to suit students’ school-timetabled “free-study” periods) are also now FULL (of course, changes can occur: it’s difficult to predict if and when vacancies may suddenly appear). The kindness of my families sharing word-of-mouth recommendations usually fills my diary by September!

**(Limited) ON THE SPOT (sudden) tutoring (some evening, (rare!) weekend, and daytime slots - suitable for students with study lessons/free periods).

**STAND-BY (waitlist) available for last-minute cancellations.

**Day-time options available for HOME-SCHOOLERS (however, please note spaces are FULL for 2026).

**(Limited) Preparation for SCHOLARSHIP TESTS (waitlist capacity only, as all ongoing appointment times are FULL for 2026).

**2027 APPLICATIONS welcome (yes, already! Based on a decade of personal experience, these spaces will book out by the end of Term 3! Please note that 11 enrolments for 2027 are already confirmed).

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INTERESTS:

• Reading
• Author Encounters at Geelong Regional Libraries
• Writing (Writing Retreats and Workshops)
• Copy-writing (through Australian Writers' Centre)
• Freelance Writing
• Curriculum Development

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AVAILABILITY & LOCATION:

• Monday 4.00pm-6.30pm
• Tuesday 8.00am-6.30pm
• Wednesday 8.00am-6.30pm
• Thursday 11.00am-6.30pm

**Face-to-face in East Geelong (in the estate opposite Eastern Park) or via Zoom.


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Contact

Experience

• Years 7-12 English
• VCE-qualified
• IBMYP-qualified
• VIT-certified
• CECV-certified
• NAPLAN and EduTest specialist

I have held consistent full-time teaching positions in secondary schools in both Geelong and Mildura.

I have worked with students enrolled in various programs at the Australian Institute of Language (both one-to-one and small group tutoring), as well as university students.

I help to create curious, enthusiastic and competent life-long learners, guiding students to consolidate their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts (Humanities), Deakin University, Geelong
• Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary), Australian Catholic University, Ballarat
• Graduate Certificate Religious Education, Australian Catholic University, Ballarat
• VIT-registered
• CECV-registered
• VCE experience
• IBMYP experience

Rates

$150 per hour

Student Discount

Special Offer - Complimentary meet-and-greet/goal-setting session.

Working With Children Check

Yes, I'm cleared to work with children in Victoria until 30-Sep-2026 (details available on request)

Gender

Female

Registered

Joined Tutor Finder on 26-Oct-2021 (updated profile on 31-Aug-2026)