Private tutor – Architecture

Student

The young lady is an exceptionally motivated and focused student poised to begin her architectural studies, with a deep interest in merging the principles of engineering with architectural design.  She has offers from four prestigious degree programs: Engineering & Architectural Design at University College London, Architectural Engineering at Cardiff University, Architecture at Newcastle University, and Università della Svizzera Italiana in Lugano.  The location will be confirmed when A level results are published in mid-August.

Her passion for architecture began when she lived in the Philippines as a child and designed a house for her aunt.  She continued to play with architecture and interior design on her iPad as she grew up.  Influenced by the aesthetics of large-scale architectural projects, such as those by Zaha Hadid, she is driven to create beautiful spaces that are accessible to everyone.  She is interested in recent advances in construction materials that reduce contributions to climate change without compromising aesthetics.  The girl also likes projects such as the Dutch Maasbommel amphibious housing and FLOAT House by Morphosis in New Orleans due to their affordability and unique adaptations to extreme local environmental challenges.  She likes the ethos of ‘people architecture’ which celebrates diversity and inclusion, ensuring that projects are perfectly suited to the communities they are designed to sit within.  She admires work by firms such as NOA and Foster and Partners but also enjoys reading about cutting-edge projects worldwide.

Having been home-schooled for the past four years, she has demonstrated academic excellence.  She is expected to excel in her A levels, given her history of hard work and dedication to her studies.  

Beyond her academic pursuits, the girl is a well-rounded individual with varied interests that complement her academic goals.  She is fluent in Italian and English, which enhances her communication skills and broadens her cultural perspective.  She is also engaged in creative activities; she enjoys art, painting, and playing the piano, all of which contribute to her comprehensive development as a creative thinker and innovator.

The girl enjoys several sports, particularly skiing, which reflects her dynamic, energetic personality.  Her participation in sports also demonstrates her competitive spirit and ability to balance multiple interests alongside her academic work.

Role of the Tutor

The Tutor’s primary responsibility will be to provide continuous, specialised support to the girl as she embarks on her architectural studies at university level.  The Tutor must be a recently qualified professional architect and ideally a member of the RIBA, actively working in the field.  This professional background is crucial as it ensures that the Tutor is familiar with the current dynamics of architectural education and possesses practical experience that can be directly applied to the girl’s academic challenges.

The ideal Tutor would have a stable home life, bringing a nurturing and home-care element to the role.  A family-oriented approach can offer a stable and supportive environment conducive to learning, reflecting a home-like atmosphere that the girl may find comforting and familiar.  

The Tutor will help the girl with a range of academic activities, including understanding complex course materials, preparing for exams, and tackling specific coursework challenges.  The role extends beyond the obvious academic support.  The Tutor should be a mentor and a guide, helping her navigate the nuances of her architectural education, the broader architectural profession, and the challenges, opportunities, and distractions of university life.

The Tutor will also facilitate internships, either within their own architectural practice or by leveraging connections to secure placements in other prestigious architectural firms.  This aspect of the role is vital for providing the girl with hands-on, practical experience that complements her academic learning and prepares her for professional success.

It would be beneficial if the Tutor shares a passion for art, painting, or music.  Connecting with her on these creative levels will enhance the tutoring relationship and provide a more holistic educational experience.  In addition to skiing, she enjoys playing padel and doing yoga.  She likes attending orchestral performances and visiting galleries.  She also enjoys conversations during meals and would enjoy some tutoring sessions to take place around food, talking about architecture while cooking or over lunch.  A Tutor who shares some of these passions would be able to foster a stronger mentor-student bond.

The Tutor must be prepared to offer substantial support and be available for frequent check-ins throughout her university journey.  This role may require adjustments based on the girl’s academic and personal development needs, necessitating flexibility and adaptability in approach and scheduling.

The engagement will begin as the girl starts her university term and is expected to continue throughout her degree program, with potential extension if she pursues a master’s degree.  The Tutor must be committed to a long-term role, ideally being capable of following through her entire academic journey at the university level.

Hours and Holidays

The Tutor is expected to maintain a flexible schedule that accommodates the girl’s academic needs as they evolve over the course of her university education. This role requires availability during key academic periods such as midterms, finals, and during major project deadlines. The Tutor's weekly commitment will be tailored to fit around the girl's university timetable and study requirements, ensuring that support is available when most needed.

The Tutor will receive a minimum of 9 weeks of holiday per annum.  These breaks will be scheduled in consultation with the girl and her academic calendar to ensure continuity of support throughout the university term.  The Tutor should expect to work through traditional holiday periods if they coincide with critical academic times, with alternative time off provided during quieter periods.

Accommodation and Travel 

No housing is provided for the Tutor because it is expected that the successful candidate is already a professional architect residing in the city of study.  

There might be some travel to take the girl to appropriate site visits, conferences, and other course related extension events.  During travel, the Client will ensure the Tutor has private accommodation.  All expenses will be covered for such trips, but the costs will need to be agreed in advance with the Company.

Miscellaneous

The successful candidate will offer more than the minimum requirements of this position and must have been raised in a socially appropriate background.  They will be an excellent practitioner, and a good role model: educated and polished, with excellent manners and personal values.

The Tutor must be a fit, healthy and a non-smoker.

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