About Dee
A qualified teacher who genuinely loves helping young people flourish.
25 years of experience, eight of them dedicated to 1-to-1 tutoring and confidence coaching.
Hi, I'm Dee McAlinden. I'm a qualified teacher and professional tutor based in the UK, working with children, teenagers and adults online and in person.
For the past 25 years I've taught a wide range of subjects, and for the last 8 I've focused on 1-to-1 tutoring and small-group coaching in maths, English and confidence. I'm lively, warm and effective — and I really believe in the children I work with.
I currently work around 25 hours each week with families across the UK. Occasionally a place comes free; if it does, I'd love to hear from you.
How I work
Confident learners are made — not born — through patient, expert support.
Listening first
Every plan starts with a conversation. I want to understand the child, their school, and what feels stuck.
Tailored sessions
No two children are the same. Lessons are shaped to their level, interests and pace — keeping them engaged.
Confidence woven in
Academic progress and self-belief grow together. I build both, deliberately, in every session.
Parents kept in the loop
You'll always know how things are going, what we're working on, and how to support at home.
Values
What I bring to every session
Patience
Every child learns at their own pace. We move at theirs.
Understanding
Listening first — to the child and to the parent.
Encouragement
Small wins, celebrated often, build lasting confidence.
Practical results
Clear progress in skills, marks and self-belief.