Welcome to CalcuGus!
My name is Gustavo, and I am a Qualified and experienced Physics, Maths and Further Maths Teacher.
If you are an IB, GCSE/IGCSE, A level or NCUK student interested in online tutoring to improve your knowledge and your performance in your exams, I can help you.
- Degree in Physics and Engineering Masters Degree
- Qualified Teacher
- 9 years' teaching experience
- All exam boards
- Patient, easy going person
- Experienced with non native speakers
Welcome to CalcuGus!
My name is Gustavo, and I am a Qualified and experienced Physics, Maths and Further Maths Teacher.
If you are an IB, GCSE/IGCSE, A level or NCUK student interested in online tutoring to improve your knowledge and your performance in your exams, I can help you.
- Degree in Physics and Engineering Masters Degree
- Qualified Teacher
- 9 years' teaching experience
- All exam boards
- Patient, easy going person
- Experienced with non native speakers
Welcome to CalcuGus!
My name is Gustavo, and I am a Qualified and experienced Physics, Maths and Further Maths Teacher.
If you are an IB, GCSE/IGCSE, A level or NCUK student interested in online tutoring to improve your knowledge and your performance in your exams, I can help you.
- Degree in Physics and Engineering Masters Degree
- Qualified Teacher
- 9 years' teaching experience
- Patient, easy going person
- All exam boards
- Experienced with non native speakers
About me
Originally from Spain, I have been living in the UK for the last nine years, first in Birmingham, where some relatives live, and now in Newbury (West Berkshire).
I have been tutoring on a one to one basis and teaching in International Schools for over nine years, helping students with varying abilities and multicultural backgrounds to improve both their knowledge and their exam results in Maths, Physics and Further Maths.
I am a patient and easy going person with a natural ability for explaining and clarifying concepts, helping students to perform to the best of their abilities.
At present, I combine my role as a Maths teacher at a college in the West Berkshire area with online tutoring.
Before entering the world of education, I worked as an Environmental Consultant, specialised in Air Quality and Climate Change Projects. The experience gained in these projects, in which Maths, Science, Technology and Business meet, has provided me with the opportunity of presenting realistic situations to you in which some of the topics you will be learning about are actually applicable and not merely abstract, empty concepts with no bearing on real life.
On a personal level, I try to keep a balance between physical activity (I like swimming, and I am training for my Karate 2nd DAN) and intellectual pursuits – I read as much as I can, and enjoy widening my knowledge of Physics and Maths.
Furthermore, I volunteer in environmental activities, such as the cleaning of beaches and projects involving the measurement of parameters of fluvial waters.
About me
Originally from Spain, I have been living in the UK for the last nine years, first in Birmingham, where some relatives live, and now in Newbury (West Berkshire).
I have been tutoring on a one to one basis and teaching in International Schools for over nine years, helping students with varying abilities and multicultural backgrounds to improve both their knowledge and their exam results in Maths, Physics and Further Maths.
I am a patient and easy going person with a natural ability for explaining and clarifying concepts, helping students to perform to the best of their abilities.
At present, I combine my role as a Maths teacher at a college in the West Berkshire area with online tutoring.
Before entering the world of education, I worked as an Environmental Consultant, specialised in Air Quality and Climate Change Projects. The experience gained in these projects, in which Maths, Science, Technology and Business meet, has provided me with the opportunity of presenting realistic situations to you in which some of the topics you will be learning about are actually applicable and not merely abstract, empty concepts with no bearing on real life.
On a personal level, I try to keep a balance between physical activity (I like swimming, and I am training for my Karate 2nd DAN) and intellectual pursuits – I read as much as I can, and enjoy widening my knowledge of Physics and Maths.
Furthermore, I volunteer in environmental activities, such as the cleaning of beaches and projects involving the measurement of parameters of fluvial waters.
About me
Originally from Spain, I have been living in the UK for the last nine years, first in Birmingham, where some relatives live, and now in Newbury (West Berkshire).
I have been tutoring on a one to one basis and teaching in International Schools for over nine years, helping students with varying abilities and multicultural backgrounds to improve both their knowledge and their exam results in Maths, Physics and Further Maths.
I am a patient and easy going person with a natural ability for explaining and clarifying concepts, helping students to perform to the best of their abilities.
At present, I combine my role as a Maths teacher at a college in the West Berkshire area with online tutoring.
Before entering the world of education, I worked as an Environmental Consultant, specialised in Air Quality and Climate Change Projects. The experience gained in these projects, in which Maths, Science, Technology and Business meet, has provided me with the opportunity of presenting realistic situations to you in which some of the topics you will be learning about are actually applicable and not merely abstract, empty concepts with no bearing on real life.
On a personal level, I try to keep a balance between physical activity (I like swimming, and I am training for my Karate 2nd DAN) and intellectual pursuits – I read as much as I can, and enjoy widening my knowledge of Physics and Maths.
Furthermore, I volunteer in environmental activities, such as the cleaning of beaches and projects involving the measurement of parameters of fluvial waters.
How lessons are
The lessons are via Zoom using BitPaper as online interactive whiteboard, for which I suggest you to have a graphic tablet.
My teaching experience has shaped my approach to tutoring not as a single 60-minutes event but as a process in which planning, teaching, and finally providing feedback -marking homework- are the three linked stages of the teaching/learning process:
Before the lesson:
I plan the lesson, taking into account your weaknesses and strengths, which I have identified when marking the homework set in the previous lesson.
The lesson itself (1 hour):
The lessons take place in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, with a frequent exchange of questions and answers, which makes you remain focused while allowing me to track your progress on the spot.
I prefer quality to quantity in order to be certain that you grasp the key concepts by working out exercises of increasing difficulty.
During the lessons, I make use of different resources such as PPTs, quizzes, exam-style questions and past papers questions from my bank of resources as well as Youtube clips, Virtual Laboratories (for Physics) and Graphs software (for Maths).
In terms of exam skills, I polish general patterns that may need special attention such as the lack of accuracy in your answers, tendency to forget units, time management, struggling to maintain concentration for long periods of time, etc.
By the end of the lesson I usually set some homework.
After the lesson:
I mark the homework and give you detailed feedback.
Because each student is different, I may occasionally take some time to reflect on how I could adapt my teaching to your particular characteristics in such a way that you can make the most of each lesson. The longer I work with you, the better I get to know you, so as time passes this personalised approach leads to a greater degree of efficiency.
How lessons are
The lessons are via Zoom using BitPaper as online interactive whiteboard, for which I suggest you to have a graphic tablet.
My teaching experience has shaped my approach to tutoring not as a single 60-minutes event but as a process in which planning, teaching, and finally providing feedback -marking homework- are the three linked stages of the teaching/learning process:
Before the lesson:
I plan the lesson, taking into account your weaknesses and strengths, which I have identified when marking the homework set in the previous lesson.
The lesson itself (1 hour):
The lessons take place in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, with a frequent exchange of questions and answers, which makes you remain focused while allowing me to track your progress on the spot.
I prefer quality to quantity in order to be certain that you grasp the key concepts by working out exercises of increasing difficulty.
During the lessons, I make use of different resources such as PPTs, quizzes, exam-style questions and past papers questions from my bank of resources as well as Youtube clips, Virtual Laboratories (for Physics) and Graphs software (for Maths).
In terms of exam skills, I polish general patterns that may need special attention such as the lack of accuracy in your answers, tendency to forget units, time management, struggling to maintain concentration for long periods of time, etc.
By the end of the lesson I usually set some homework.
After the lesson:
I mark the homework and give you detailed feedback.
Because each student is different, I may occasionally take some time to reflect on how I could adapt my teaching to your particular characteristics in such a way that you can make the most of each lesson. The longer I work with you, the better I get to know you, so as time passes this personalised approach leads to a greater degree of efficiency.
How lessons are
The lessons are via Zoom using BitPaper as online interactive whiteboard, for which I suggest you to have a graphic tablet.
My teaching experience has shaped my approach to tutoring not as a single 60-minutes event but as a process in which planning, teaching, and finally providing feedback -marking homework- are the three linked stages of the teaching/learning process:
Before the lesson:
I plan the lesson, taking into account your weaknesses and strengths, which I have identified when marking the homework set in the previous lesson.
The lesson itself (1 hour):
The lessons take place in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, with a frequent exchange of questions and answers, which makes you remain focused while allowing me to track your progress on the spot.
I prefer quality to quantity in order to be certain that you grasp the key concepts by working out exercises of increasing difficulty.
During the lessons, I make use of different resources such as PPTs, quizzes, exam-style questions and past papers questions from my bank of resources as well as Youtube clips, Virtual Laboratories (for Physics) and Graphs software (for Maths).
In terms of exam skills, I polish general patterns that may need special attention such as the lack of accuracy in your answers, tendency to forget units, time management, struggling to maintain concentration for long periods of time, etc.
By the end of the lesson I usually set some homework.
After the lesson:
I mark the homework and give you detailed feedback.
Because each student is different, I may occasionally take some time to reflect on how I could adapt my teaching to your particular characteristics in such a way that you can make the most of each lesson. The longer I work with you, the better I get to know you, so as time passes this personalised approach leads to a greater degree of efficiency.
Testimonials
“Gustavo is an amazing tutor, very knowledgeable and always willing to go the extra mile, he is also extremely patient with both my children. My son who is Year 9 and my daughter who is in her first year of A levels have both grown in confidence and knowledge in Mathematics and absolutely love one to one lessons with Gustavo, which they look forwards to every week”- Vicky (London)
“Thanks to Gustavo, my daughter now loves maths and is doing it as an A level. I would strongly recommend him as would my daughter. He is the best tutor she have ever had, we are definitely fortunate to have him. Thank you so much Gustavo!!!” – Jane (Birmingham)
“Gus, the way you explain and your sense of humour kept me engaged during the lessons. Thanks to your knowledge and understanding of how what is expected in the exam I could achieve the grade I needed and was accepted in the University I wanted. Thanks!”– Nicholas (Newbury)
“After struggling with Maths for the last 2 years, my son has found in Gustavo the tutor he needed to gain the confidence that he lacked. His progress during the last months has been remarkable, which is reflected in his test results” – Alex (Newbury)
Testimonials
“Gustavo is an amazing tutor, very knowledgeable and always willing to go the extra mile, he is also extremely patient with both my children. My son who is Year 9 and my daughter who is in her first year of A levels have both grown in confidence and knowledge in Mathematics and absolutely love one to one lessons with Gustavo, which they look forwards to every week”- Vicky (London).
“Thanks to Gustavo, my daughter now loves maths and is doing it as an A level. I would strongly recommend him as would my daughter. He is the best tutor she have ever had, we are definitely fortunate to have him. Thank you so much Gustavo!!!” – Jane (Birmingham)
“After struggling with Maths for the last 2 years, my son has found in Gustavo the tutor he needed to gain the confidence that he lacked. His progress during the last months has been remarkable, which is reflected in his test results” – Alex (Newbury)
“Gus, the way you explain and your sense of humour kept me engaged during the lessons. Thanks to your knowledge and understanding of how what is expected in the exam I could achieve the grade I needed and was accepted in the University I wanted. Thanks!”– Nicholas (Newbury)
Testimonials
“Gustavo is an amazing tutor, very knowledgeable and always willing to go the extra mile, he is also extremely patient with both my children. My son who is Year 9 and my daughter who is in her first year of A levels have both grown in confidence and knowledge in Mathematics and absolutely love one to one lessons with Gustavo, which they look forwards to every week”- Vicky (London).
“Thanks to Gustavo, my daughter now loves maths and is doing it as an A level. I would strongly recommend him as would my daughter. He is the best tutor she have ever had, we are definitely fortunate to have him. Thank you so much Gustavo!!!” – Jane (Birmingham)
“Gus, the way you explain and your sense of humour kept me engaged during the lessons. Thanks to your knowledge and understanding of how what is expected in the exam I could achieve the grade I needed and was accepted in the University I wanted. Thanks!”– Nicholas (Newbury)
“After struggling with Maths for the last 2 years, my son has found in Gustavo the tutor he needed to gain the confidence that he lacked. His progress during the last months has been remarkable, which is reflected in his test results” – Alex (Newbury)
Booking a lesson
To book a lesson, please check availability and then contact me letting me know basic information such as:
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Name
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Course/Year
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Subject
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When you wish to take the lesson(s)
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Number of lessons per week
At least during the first two lessons, a parent or responsible adult should be at home.
I will contact you as soon as possible to confirm your booking and to arrange a brief, informal meeting via Zoom (free of charge) to know a little bit about each other and to see to any technical support you may need to set up communications and whiteboard. The aim is to have everything in place and ready for the first lesson.
As you can see in Fees and availability, lessons can be booked in packages (scheduled lessons) or separated (Pay as you go).
Fees and availability
FEES
The first lesson will be charged at 40 £ (unless you are not satisfied, in which case it will not be charged). After this initial contact, when you are sure I am the tutor you need, there are two ways of purchasing lessons:
Packages (payment in advance):
The following packages are available:
– 4-lessons package: 45 £ per lesson
– 8-lessons package: 40 £ per lesson
Pay as you go:
Alternatively, you can pay for each lesson after it has taken place: 55 £ per lesson.
For other options (groups of 2 or more students, schools, etc.) please contact me.
Payments may be made via Paypal or bank transfer.
AVAILABILITY
My availability is Monday to Friday from 5.30 pm to 9.00 pm and weekends from 10.30 am to 6.30 pm.
At this moment (12.01.2022) I am available at the following times:
Tuesdays: 7.00 pm -9.00 pm
Wednesdays: 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Thursdays: 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Fridays: 6.30 pm – 9.00 pm
Saturdays: 10.30 am – 5.30 pm
Sundays: 10.30 am – 5.30 pm
Fees and availability
FEES
The first lesson will be charged at 40 £ (unless you are not satisfied, in which case it will not be charged). After this initial contact, when you are sure I am the tutor you need, there are two ways of purchasing lessons:
Packages (payment in advance):
The following packages are available:
4-lessons package:
45 £ per lesson
8-lessons package:
40 £ per lesson
Pay as you go:
Alternatively, you can pay for each lesson after it has taken place: 55 £ per lesson.
For other options (groups of 2 or more students, schools, etc.) please contact me.
Payments may be made via Paypal or bank transfer.
AVAILABILITY
My availability is Monday to Friday from 5.30 pm to 9.00 pm and weekends from 10.30 am to 6.30 pm.
At this moment (12.01.2022) I am available at the following times:
Tuesdays: 7.00 pm -9.00 pm
Wednesdays: 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Thursdays: 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm
Fridays: 6.30 pm – 9.00 pm
Saturdays: 10.30 am – 5.30 pm
Sundays: 10.30 am – 5.30 pm
Terms and conditions
Although I like to keep things simple, it is necessary to have a clear understanding of the general terms under which our relationship as tutor-student will take place.
Please take the time to read my Terms and Conditions, since when you purchase a lesson we enter into a verbal agreement.
The aim is that I have a reliable income prediction and that I am able to optimize my time, leading to greater efficiency in planning, marking and delivering lessons.
Payment
If you pay after each lesson (Pay as you go), payment is expected to be made before the start of the lesson.
If you have purchased a package (Payment in advance), payment is expected to be made no later than the 5th day of the month in question.
Cancellation and rescheduling
If the lesson is cancelled with more than 24 hours´ notice, it will be rescheduled to any other time that suits both of us.
If the lesson is cancelled with less than 24 hours´ notice, it will be counted as one of the lessons out of your package. Should you not have a package, refunds will not be issued.
If lessons are cancelled by me at any time, no charge will be incurred.
Missed lesson
If you do not show for any reason, it will be counted as one of the lessons out of your package. Should you not have a package, refunds will not be issued.
Contact me
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