My Information

I have a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology, an MSc in Psychological Research Methods, & have taught in a range of educational settings (nursery, primary, secondary & HE). I have qualifications in TESoL & spent 17 years in Special Education before returning to university. I currently work as an Associate Lecturer in Early Years' Childhood Studies as well as on an Initial Teacher Training programme for nursery teachers.

I currently work as an Associate Lecturer in Early Years' Childhood Studies as well as on an Initial Teacher Training programme for nursery teachers.

Availability: I have some flexibility to work during some days as well as evenings.

Willing to travel: 15 miles

Tutoring Experience:

I have worked in a range of capacities: on a 1-to-1, with small groups & with larger groups. I have given supervision on Developmental Psychology projects, & led Clinical & Health seminars. Currently, I lecture on Childhood Studies & Teacher Training programmes, giving feedback on academic writing & dissertation support, too.

Due to my background in Special Education, I have tutored literacy skills devt & differentiated materials for accessibility & readability.

• Northumbria University (2012)- Psychology PhD from the Northumbria University. (Grade:


• The University of Stirling (2008)- Psychology MSc Master of Science from the The University of Stirling. (Grade:


• The Open University (2006)- Psychology BSc Single Honours from the The Open University. (Grade:


• College of Teachers/INTESOL (2003)- Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate TESoL Certificate (correspondence course) from the College of Teachers/INTESOL.


• The University of Manchester (1988)- University Certificate for Teachers for the Deaf (incl PGCE Primary) PGCE QTS from the The University of Manchester. (Grade: