Private IB English Language and Literature Tutors

Martin M graduated from Gems World Academy Dubai with a 44/45 in the IB, the highest grades of his cohort of 167 students. He is currently studying Economics, Management and Computer Science at Bocconi University. During his IB studies, he achieved a perfect 42/42 in the IB subject points, including a 7 in Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation HL, Business Management HL, Economics SL, and English Language and Literature A SL. Martin believes in a structured yet engaging approach, actively interacting with the student about the concepts being explored.

Mico S holds a Bachelor of Secondary Education major in English and is a licensed professional teacher from the Philippines with over 14 years of teaching experience, including four years in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. He has taught IB English A: Language and Literature and Theory of Knowledge (TOK) while serving as an IB Diploma Programme Coordinator, leading curriculum implementation, assessment, and teacher development. Prior to the IB, he taught Cambridge A Level English Language, ESL, and college entrance examination courses, giving him extensive experience supporting learners from diverse academic backgrounds.

Mico has guided three IB cohorts, with his English A: Language and Literature students consistently achieving grades of 6 and 7 since the May 2023 examination session. His students have also earned A grades in the Extended Essay for both Language and Literature and World Studies, as well as A grades in the TOK Essay, reflecting his strong expertise in academic writing, critical thinking, and assessment preparation. His experience as an IB coordinator provides him with an in-depth understanding of IB standards, enabling him to coach students strategically for both coursework and examinations.

Mico believes that the best learning happens when students understand the thinking behind the task rather than simply memorizing techniques. His tutoring sessions are highly structured, inquiry-driven, and personalized, combining close consultation, writing workshops, and targeted feedback to help students become confident, independent thinkers and writers. Whether preparing students for Paper 1, Paper 2, the Individual Oral, the Higher Level Essay, the TOK Essay, or the Extended Essay, his goal is to equip them with the skills to excel not only in the IB but beyond it.

Natasha W is an experienced educator and academic coach with over 25 years in education, including 14 years at an IB World School. She holds a Master of Education in Teaching and Innovation and currently serves as an adjunct professor, where she supports college students in academic writing, critical thinking, and research-based assignments.

Natasha specializes in English, Theory of Knowledge (TOK), and writing-intensive subjects such as Psychology and Business Management. She has worked with students from over 40 nationalities and is highly skilled in supporting multilingual learners to develop clarity, confidence, and precision in their communication. Her students consistently improve in essay structure, argument development, and overall academic performance.

In addition to her teaching experience, Natasha has worked with schools and organizations to strengthen communication and engagement across diverse teams, bringing a global and practical perspective to her work with students.

Natasha’s teaching style is structured, supportive, and empowering. She focuses on building independent thinkers by breaking down complex tasks, aligning work with IB assessment criteria, and gradually releasing responsibility to the student. She ensures that each session is purposeful, engaging, and tailored to help students achieve both academic success and long-term confidence.

Nawarat W is originally from Thailand, where she attended an international school on the island of Phuket. She graduated in 2015 with the IB Bilingual Diploma (in English and Thai), achieving a 7 in HL English Language and Literature. Nawarat then moved to London to read English at King's College London, before completing an MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), including a CELTA qualification, and subsequently a PGCE in English.

Nawarat has taught in London schools for six years and has spent the last three years teaching the IB Diploma Programme. She has experience teaching both IB English Language and Literature and IB Literature, as well as Theory of Knowledge (TOK). She also supports students with Extended Essays, helping them develop the critical thinking, research and academic writing skills required for success in the IB.

Having experienced the transition from an international school to higher education and professional life in the UK herself, Nawarat has a strong understanding of the challenges faced by many international students. She is passionate about helping students build confidence, develop a genuine love of learning and achieve their academic goals.

Her teaching style is warm, supportive and encouraging, while maintaining high expectations with a strong focus on academic excellence. She particularly enjoys helping students engage with literature in a meaningful way, encouraging them to connect texts to their own lives, experiences and the wider world. Her favourite author is Sylvia Plath, and during her IB studies she enjoyed writing poetry and short stories.

Rachel F holds a BA and MA degree in English Literature from the University of London, and is a qualified secondary school teacher in the UK with 15 years' teaching experience in UK state, independent and international schools. Rachel has been teaching IBDP English Literature for 7 years and is a trained and experienced IBDP examiner for both English Literature and English Language and Literature. She currently teaches in London's top IB school, where her students consistently achieve 6s and 7s. Rachel is also an academic, publishing research on English teaching, and has written two books for English teachers on teaching practice, with a third currently on the way. Warm, patient and caring, Rachel is passionate about supporting all students to fulfil their potential and feel confident in their abilities. Rachel is experienced at supporting students with additional needs such as dyslexia, and her many years of teaching experience means she has a range of strategies up her sleeve to support all students, no matter what they are struggling with. Sessions are always structured around individual students' needs, and focused on both analytical and writing skills to ensure students are ready to perform their best in their exams.

Sana A holds a master’s degree in English Literature from the American University of Beirut and a BA in English Language and Literature and Qualified Teacher Status in secondary English from UWE Bristol. Her master’s research focused on ghosts in post-war Lebanese novels, and her wider academic interests include trauma, memory, and representations of war in literature. Her experience also includes a role as a tutor and instructor at the AUB Writing Center.

Sana has served as Head of Department and, on the Curriculum Committee, redesigned English curricula. She has six years of experience teaching IB English A: Language and Literature at Standard and Higher Levels. She has also been an IB examiner for five consecutive examination sessions, assessing Individual Orals, Paper 1, and Paper 2. Having taught and examined these components, she understands the struggle of moving beyond summary, developing a sustained argument, explaining the significance of a writer’s choices, and assessing significance. These are central concerns in her lessons, alongside careful preparation for each assessment.

Sana has also co-taught IB English A: Literature. She taught Theory of Knowledge to Year 1 and Year 2 students for three years and has provided individual support with ToK exhibitions. A French Baccalaureate graduate, she can also support students studying French literature and became familiar with IB French HL course components through classroom observations during her QTS training.

An enthusiast of the Harkness approach, Sana values discussion that gives students room to question, listen, and sit with their ideas. In individual tutoring, she brings that same spirit of inquiry to close reading and conversation, asking students to test their interpretations against the text and choose their evidence carefully. Lessons respond to each student’s needs, whether that means working through a difficult passage, organising an essay, or preparing for an oral assessment. She wants students to leave knowing both how to improve their work and why those changes matter.