Hi, I’m John Quinn!

I'm an experienced tutor in English Language and Literature as well as in English as a Second Language (ESL). By connecting with your unique literary interests, I aim to create a learning environment that not only enlightens but also excites.

My resources

  • A Doll's House - IB text pg 1

  • A Doll's House Oral Presentation pg 2

  • A Doll's House Oral Presentation pg 3

  • Animal Farm Book Report pg 1

  • Animal Farm Book Report pg 2

  • Animal Farm Book Report pg 3

  • Animal Farm Turning Points Table

  • How to Analyze Poetry (Part 1) pg 1

  • How to Analyze Poetry (Part 1) pg 2

  • How to Analyze Poetry (Part 1) pg 3

  • How to Analyze Poetry (Part 1) pg 4

  • How to Analyze Poetry (Part 1) pg 5

  • How to Analyze Poetry (Part 1) pg 6

  • IB Unseen Poem, Elizabeth Bishop, One Art pg 1

  • IB Unseen Poem, Elizabeth Bishop, One Art pg 2

  • IB Unseen Poem, Elizabeth Bishop, One Art pg 3

  • Short Stories, Italo Calvino, The Land Where Nobody Dies, pg 1

  • Short Stories, Italo Calvino, The Land Where Nobody Dies, pg 2

  • Short Stories, Italo Calvino, The Land Where Nobody Dies, pg 3

  • Short Stories, Italo Calvino, The Land Where Nobody Dies, pg 4

  • Short Stories, Italo Calvino, The Land Where Nobody Dies, pg 5

  • Short Stories, Oodgeroo Noonuccal, Carpet Snake pg 1

  • Short Stories, Oodgeroo Noonuccal, Carpet Snake pg 2

  • Short Stories, Oodgeroo Noonuccal, Carpet Snake pg 3

  • Short Stories, Oodgeroo Noonuccal, Carpet Snake pg 4

  • Short Stories, Corona is a ball with spikes, Maria Parr pg 1

  • Short Stories, Corona is a ball with spikes, Maria Parr pg 2

  • Short Stories, Corona is a ball with spikes, Maria Parr pg 3

  • Short Stories, Corona is a ball with spikes, Maria Parr pg 4

  • Short Stories, Corona is a ball with spikes, Maria Parr pg 5

  • Short Stories, Corona is a ball with spikes, Maria Parr pg 6

Bespoke lessons

My lessons are tailor-made to enhance English comprehension, analysis, and creative writing, alongside targeted interview practice.

Inspiring confidence

I help nurture confidence and mastery in my students, empowering them to excel academically, professionally, and personally.

Age-appropriate learning

Lessons are thoughtfully curated to each age group, ensuring an engaging and suitable learning experience for all students.

Exam prep

I teach UKISET, 11+, 13+ Common Entrance and Independent School Entry examinations, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning tests, NAPLAN, IGCSE, A-Level, IB, HKDSE, SAT and IELTS.

Interview practice

I have extensive experience in preparing students for interviews, focusing on building up their confidence and interpersonal skills so they can show their best selves to the interviewer.