MA in Contemporary Literature offering bespoke English tutoring (GCSE/A Level/Undergraduate) in Cardiff.

Rhys's CV

I have recently completed a Master of Arts in Contemporary Literature, Culture and Theory at King’s College London. I have a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from the University of Durham. Durham gave me a rigorous grounding in traditional modes of literary analysis. I have worked as a private tutor for two years, as well as completing a course in editing and copywriting. My current role has given me an opportunity to develop my communication skills and understand what goes into providing professional customer service.

Languages: English (native language), Old English and Old Norse (written translation), French (intermediate)

EDUCATION
Postgraduate: MA (Distinction) in Contemporary Literature from King’s College London (2016-2017)
− My academic career has been intensive and heavily research focused. I have done work on prose, poetry
and visual culture including film and video games. I am subsequently adept at working independently and
grasping new concepts quickly.
− My work on cultural theory has given me experience in working with complex and challenging concepts
and systems and finding patterns and solutions within those systems.
− I have spent four years honing and refining my drafting and editing skills to an extremely high standard - I received a mark of 80% for my MA dissertation

Undergraduate: 2:1 (69.7%) in English Literature from Durham University, St Aidan’s College (2013- 2016)

Bassaleg Comprehensive School and Sixth Form College (2006-2013)
− GCSE: 8 A*s, 2 As
− A Levels: A* In English Literature, A* in History, A in English Language

KEY SKILLS
− 97 words per minute typing, proficient in all areas of Microsoft Office
− Excellent drafting, proofreading and editing skills
− Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
− Extensive public speaking experience
− Substantial experience of working within a team

CURRENT POSITION(S)

Private Tutor (2016-Present)
− Teach English Literature and Language (GCSE – A Level); History (GCSE – A Level)
− My work in tutoring has involved working in often challenging client-pupil-tutor relationships, which requires me to balance the priorities and expectations of different people to find the most workable and
emotionally intelligent way forward.
− I have become adept at finding bespoke solutions to individual problems, rejecting one-size-fits-all
teaching techniques in favour of methods refined for the individual student.