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Elena
- Rate R576
- Response 1h
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Students6
Number of students Elena has accompanied since joining Superprof
Number of students Elena has accompanied since joining Superprof

R576/h
1st lesson free
- English
- English Literature
- Modern Literature
- Poetry
- Writing
Top in NZ English Lit + Medical Student: tutoring IGCSE/AS/A2 Level English Literature. Personalised tutoring to meet your needs!
- English
- English Literature
- Modern Literature
- Poetry
- Writing
Lesson location
Recommended
Elena is a respected tutor in our community. She is highly recommended for her commitment and the quality of her lessons. A trusted partner on your learning journey.
About Elena
Hi! I’m Elena, a second-year medical student in Australia, originally from NZ. From firsthand experience, I know how challenging English Literature can be! Having tutored 20+ students in the past few years, my tutoring is aimed at offering personalized guidance and support to students. All of my students have improved from B/C grades into A/A*.
About the lesson
- Primary
- Secondary
- Matric/GCSE
- +7
levels :
Primary
Secondary
Matric/GCSE
AS Level
Adult education
Undergraduate
Masters
Diploma
Doctorate
Other
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Tutoring Experience:
- 2 years of private tutoring with all students achieving A/A* in IGCSE
- 3 years of peer tutoring during high school
- 2 years of tutoring at a tutoring centre
- Strong familiarity with the Cambridge International Curriculum
My qualifications include:
- Best Across 4 AS-Level Subjects (awarded to one student in New Zealand with highest cumulative AS-Level subject mark)
- Top in New Zealand AS-Level English Literature (raw mark of 100% on Paper 1)
- Top in New Zealand A-Level Chemistry
- Top in New Zealand AS-Level Chemistry
- Top in New Zealand IGCSE Biology
- Top in New Zealand IGCSE Physics
- Top in the World IGCSE Maths
- Typically 1 hour, conducted online
- Tailored to the student's pace and goals
- Suitable for both students currently enrolled in the Cambridge curriculum and those looking to build a strong foundation in English Literature in general
I believe that sustainable academic success comes from discovering each student’s unique motivations and study habits. That’s why I adapt my teaching approach to suit individual learning styles. Instead of relying on rote memorisation, I focus on building a deep understanding of key themes, ideas, and context and developing strong, analysis skills.
Recommendations
Recommendations are written by the tutor's friends, family, and acquaintances.
Elena is a considerate, amiable mentor who has been invaluable to my progress within the English curriculum. Each lesson is designed thoughtfully, with information carefully spaced out into manageable chunks, all of which is easily understandable. Her clear, actionable criticism allows for a clearer pathway to improvement — with specific tips ranging from exam recommendations for generic exam details to intriguing blurts that help broaden the subject’s applicability. Elena’s ability to comprehensively describe even the most complex topics is a defining feature of her teaching — I have progressed tremendously through her mentoring and am assured that under her wise counsel, other students will too!
Elena is an incredible tutor who helped me immensely with medical school interviews. She is very experienced and always provides me with accurate feedback during mock questions, helping me refine my answers into those that interviewers are looking for. She has made a huge difference to my performance and my journey. Absolutely recommend!
We've been really happy with Elena as my daughter's English tutor. She is responsible, well-prepared and always plans lessons that match what my daughter is learning in school. After nearly one year of learning with Elena, we've noticed my daughter's grades in English have improved. High recommend!
Elena is a great teacher who tutors me based on what I need help on. She is great at explaining, and always gives tips on ways to improve. She is a very easygoing person and I enjoy my lessons with her!
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Rates
Rate
- R576
Package rates
- 5h: R2881
- 10h: R5762
online
- R576/h
free lesson
The free first lesson with Elena allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.
- 30min
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