Amrit
University of Edinburgh
Other
Graduate
27About Me
I am a lecturer in sustainable academic practice at Edinburgh Napier University and alumna of the University of Oxford, Bangor University and Auckland University of Technology, where I completed my PhD in marine social-ecological systems. I have a background in teaching English as a Foreign Language to students from over twenty countries across the world and of all abilities and age groups. I also have specialisms in working with students with learning difficulties and specific learning needs.
I have a strong background in teaching Biology up to and including A-level for all exam boards. I am an adaptable, friendly and flexible tutor, catering to different student requirements and implementing concept-checking and understanding in a step-by-step process. My hobbies are painting, writing, cooking, pilates, swimming and yoga. I also enjoy raising my family by the seaside.
My teaching style
I have an agile approach to teaching and learning, assessing student needs and requirements first. I adopt the principles of Universal Design for Learning with inclusive practice at the forefront of what I do. I aim to incrementally increase students comprehension and confidence levels in their subjects and practice active listening. I encourage dialogue and written communication and integrate the use of critical thinking skills in my lessons.
My past experience
Yes. I have been a tutor of Biology and English Language for 23 years and work as a lecturer in learning and teaching. I have taught in the UK, New Zealand and Japan to students from many different countries and of differing capabilities and levels.
My Proudest Achievements
Raising my two-year-old son, gaining my PhD and becoming a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
I teach
- IELTS
- TEFL
- TOEFL
- Biology
- Environmental Science
- Zoology
- Ecology
- English Language
- Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar
- Communication
- Public Speaking
- French
- Japanese
- Environmental Management
- Critical Thinking
- English as a Foreign Language
- Essays
- Interview Training
- Study Skills
- Pilates
- Swimming
- Yoga
- Cooking
- Exercise and Fitness
- Dance
- Life Coaching
- Special Needs
My Results and Achievements
- Distinction in Conservation
- Distinction Marine Biology MSc
- PhD- 2019
- Senior Fellowship.