Derek - English tutor - Portland
1st lesson free
Derek - English tutor - Portland

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Derek

  • Rate £15
  • Response 16h
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Derek - English tutor - Portland

£15/hr

1st lesson free

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1st lesson free

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  • English
  • Creative writing
  • English Literature

Author, poet & essayist | Teaching writing & literature with patience & purpose | Helping students grow from their own voice to confident, critical thinkers.

  • English
  • Creative writing
  • English Literature

Lesson location

About Derek

Derek Green II is an essayist, poet, author, and passionate English educator, currently teaching at a local high school. With a deep commitment to nurturing student voices, Derek believes in starting where each student is—guiding them to elevate their expression through patient, thoughtful instruction. Their teaching blends literary analysis, historical context, and student-led discussion to create dynamic, insightful classroom experiences. Outside the classroom, Derek Green is the author of The Great King's Tale, the first novel in an upcoming fantasy series that draws richly from African and Indigenous cultures to build a vibrant, immersive world. As both an educator and creative writer, Derek brings a unique, real-world perspective to the study of literature, helping students not only analyze great works but also find the power in their own words.

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About the lesson

  • Primary
  • Secondary
  • GCSE
  • +8
  • levels :

    Primary

    Secondary

    GCSE

    AS Level

    A Level

    BTEC

    Adult Education

    Masters

    Doctorate

    MBA

    Nursery

  • English

All languages in which the lesson is available :

English

Unlock the Power of Language – English Lessons with a Published Author, Essayist, and Poet

Are you ready to elevate your understanding of English literature and expression? Join my classes and discover a new kind of learning—where your voice comes first, and mastery follows.

Teaching Method & Philosophy
My approach begins with you. I believe every student has a unique voice, and my goal is to nurture and refine that voice to an elevated level of clarity and expression. I foster a patient, thoughtful atmosphere where students feel confident exploring complex ideas, and where discussion is not just encouraged—it’s essential.

A Typical Lesson Plan
Each class begins by grounding the literature in its historical and biographical context—understanding the time and the author gives depth to their work. From there, we dive into student-led analysis: What moves you? What challenges you? We examine how your own lens influences your understanding of a text. And always, we recognize the important distinction between the creator and the creation.

What Sets Me Apart
As a published essayist, author, and poet, I bring a real-world understanding of language as art. My background allows me to help students not only read literature but also write with sophistication and intention. My classes inspire students to think critically, write powerfully, and speak with confidence.

Who My Lessons Are For
These classes are ideal for high school and university-level students, including advanced and honors classes. Whether you’re preparing for exams, writing papers, or simply aiming to deepen your appreciation of literature and communication, this course is tailored for academic growth and creative exploration.

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Rates

Rate

  • £15

Pack prices

  • 5h: £75
  • 10h: £150

online

  • £15/h

free lessons

The first free lesson with Derek will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

  • 1hr

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