Hi, I'm Mr. James, a calm, supportive, and experienced Geography, Environmental Science and Humanities educator with over a decade of international teaching experience.
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Hi, I'm Mr. James, a calm, supportive, and experienced Geography, Environmental Science and Humanities educator with over a decade of international teaching experience.
I specialise in guiding students through some of the most demanding global curricula, including:
- The IB Diploma Programme (Geography & Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS),
- CAIE A-Level Geography, IGCSE Geography, IGCSE Global Perspectives,
- MYP Individuals & Societies
Academic Background:
- BSc Environmental Science, Lancaster University (2007) — 2:1 Covered core areas like hydrology, environmental impact assessment, aquatic biochemistry, soil science, atmospheric chemistry, and climate science.
- Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Secondary Geography, Edge Hill University (2013) Graduated with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and was awarded ‘Outstanding’ in final teaching assessments.
International Teaching Experience:
- Colombia (2013–2015) – Taught English as an Additional Language (EAL), working closely with ESL learners
- Shanghai, China (2015–2019) – Taught CAIE A-Level, Pre-A Level, and IGCSE Geography
- Hanoi, Vietnam (2019–2024) – Taught IBDP Geography, IGCSE Geography, Pre-IB Geography, and MYP Humanities
- Hua Hin, Thailand (2024–2025) – Currently teaching IBDP ESS, IGCSE Global Perspectives, and KS3 Geography
My Tutoring Philosophy: My approach is calm, warm, and supportive. I aim to build student confidence and help them feel secure in their learning journey. Together, we focus on:
- Deep understanding over memorization
- Developing critical thinking and essay writing skills Strong exam technique and time management
- Nurturing the IB Learner Profile attributes — especially thinkers, inquirers, communicators, and reflective learners
