Josh - Reading tutor - Manchester
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Josh - Reading tutor - Manchester

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Josh

  • Rate R545
  • Response 9h
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    Number of students Josh has accompanied since joining Superprof

Josh - Reading tutor - Manchester
  • 5 (3 reviews)

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  • Reading
  • Literacy
  • Creative writing
  • English Literature

Creative Writing lessons from an established writer. Enhanced DBS Certified. Dedicated to helping you find your unique voice and leave your mark.

  • Reading
  • Literacy
  • Creative writing
  • English Literature

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Josh is a respected tutor in our community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. A trusted partner on your learning journey.

About Josh

I’m a published poet and professional writer with over twelve years’ experience. I first earned my chops writing original plays for various theatre groups, at home and abroad, including Italy’s national theatre company: Teatro Stabile. Since then, I’ve written on a freelance basis for a number of projects, including ghost-writing for a novel and an ongoing comic book series.

I’ve been teaching writing for over three years, whether for self-expression, exam preparation, improving one’s ability in a specific context (business, creative or academic), or as a necessary supplement to language-learning. I’ve taught a diverse range of learners – including primary and secondary school students, those preparing for university, as well as aspiring writers looking to exercise their storytelling muscles.

All writing is fundamentally creative, and the better we are at writing creatively, the more we’re able to accomplish with our writing. This understanding is at the core of my approach. As a teacher, I'll guide you in how best to develop, structure and clarify your ideas in a style that feels true to you.

There is no clear-cut path to genuine expression – and while there are plenty of techniques on craft we’ll learn along the way – my ultimate goal is to help you nurture and claim your authentic voice.

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About the lesson

  • Primary
  • Secondary
  • Matric/GCSE
  • +7
  • levels :

    Primary

    Secondary

    Matric/GCSE

    AS Level

    A Level

    BTech

    Adult education

    Undergraduate

    Masters

    MBA

  • English

Languages in which the lesson is available :

English

I pride myself on my ability to draw out the potential in all of my students, to set them ambitious but realistic goals, and to meet them always with sensitivity, encouragement and no small dose of humour.

I'm not a believer of a one-size fits all approach. I tailoring all of my lessons to suit the personalities, needs, learning styles and objectives of each of my students. Therefore, my first couple of lessons with you will be focused on plugging into what 'clicks' for you as an individual and determining both your long and short-term goals.

There are many directions our ongoing lessons can take, depending on your requirements:

I can help with comprehension and critical reading skills, as well as mining a text for an in-depth understanding of its themes, its author’s intentions and the literary devices employed. I also encourage all of my students to think outside of the box and not be afraid of trusting their own interpretations and instincts.

I can also act as a proofreader, editor and creative collaborator to run a fine toothcomb over any project you're working on, helping you bring out the gold from the muck, as it were.

My main focus is on enhancing your capability and confidence in writing and self-expression. Generally speaking, I use the classroom to look over written work you've already produced; this time is far better suited for review, discussion and practising technique, in my experience.

Though lessons will feature short-form writing exercises, the larger task of writing is done outside of our time together. I will set you regular writing assignments, based on what we're learning, where we're heading, and your progress along the way.

I find it's more effective and fruitful for students to work on their writing in private, because:

A - There's less pressure ' to perform' or 'be perfect.'

B - The majority of our best writing comes from a place of uninterupted solitude. It's necessary to go away by ourselves and devote ourselves to our writing practice in the privacy of our own heart.

C - Practically speaking, it means there is more time in our lessons together for discussion of the ongoing work, close reading and further elaboration.

In addition, the process will involve studying other writers and reading plenty too. It will also necessitate finding your own sources of inspiration, and, most importantly, spending time putting pen to paper to help you realise your voice and plot out your unique style. I believe we learn best by doing, and that the creative muse visits those who turn up for her as part of an everyday practise.

With gratitude,
Josh

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Rates

Rate

  • R545

Package rates

  • 5h: R2726
  • 10h: R5452

travel

  • + R8

free lesson

The free first lesson with Josh allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.

  • 30min

online

  • R545/h

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