Qualified teacher looking to tutor Maths at any level, previous experience with lots of lesson ideas

Tahmina's CV

Personal statement


Seeking to transition from the field of education to pursue engaging, creative and challenging work in the industry of tutoring.. I have a 2:1 History degree with Hons from Queen Mary University of London and vast work experience. I am a highly organised, ambitious individual who pays attention to detail.
I would now like to utilise the skills and experience gained from my five years of teaching in secondary schools and undertake a new challenge by working in the industry of tutoring. I am also fluent in Russian.
Key Skills


• Excellent management and team development skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Decision making
• Time management and meeting deadlines
• Adaptability
• Communication
• Self-motivation
• Good customer service
• Using initiative
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Project management

Employment History


Teacher of History, Woodbridge High School, London
(September 2015 – July 2017)

Achievements and responsibilities:

• Perform manual data entry
• Observe teammates and offer constructive criticism for best practices
• Create and manage systems for tracking large amounts of data
• Organise, deliver and evaluate lessons to students from 11-18
• Strong communication skills as I am able to convey complex information in a way which is easy to understand
• Implemented school policies to achieve end of year targets
• Worked as team to ensure targets are met


Teacher of Religious Education, St Angelas Ursuline School, London
(July 2013 – August 2015)

Achievements and responsibilities:

• Responsible for organising and taking students to trips
• Met my end of year targets as I raised student attainment throughout the department
• Provided training, support and call coaching for new starters, as well as my own team members
• Setting targets for students
• Creating a positive learning environment where behaviour is well-managed
• Encouraging a culture of inclusion and participation of all
• Communicating with parents regarding students’ progress


Estate Agent, Foxtons, London
(July 2012 – September 2012)

I was able to use online media to market properties and communicate with clients. I was able to show potential buyers and view properties and I provided excellent customer service experience for potential buyers. I made sure I worked as a team to hit weekly targets in sales. I developed skills such as excellent written and communication skills, a friendly and approachable manner, organisation, persuasive negotiation skills and had an active interest in the property market.

Get Active Sept 2011-July 2012
Planned and delivered well structured judo sessions at Queen Mary to new students who have never tried the martial arts before. Made sure the environment was comfortable and safe. Developed a university team which never existed before. Planned outings and made sure lessons were still taught after I graduated (to ensure progression).

SSCO June- August 2011
With a group of coaches delivered sports days in different schools around East London. Made sports fun and enjoyable. Motivated children. Developed relationships with children and staff members. Ensured behavior conducts were followed through and created a safe and comfortable environment to work in.

French Connection (May 2010- October 2010)
I showed great customer service by being friendly and polite and putting customers first. It was very important in creating loyal customers and getting good feedback. I was able to deal with customer complaints and queries such as a faulty product or finding a certain size of clothing. I was able to gain a business and commercial awareness. I worked under pressure such as making sure customers are happy and keep smiling whilst there was a queue in the check out line. I was able to cope in busy times especially when there was a sale which shows I can work under pressure.


Selfridges (Nov 2009-january 2010)
I worked in Selfridges by providing customer service in the PRADA shoe section of the store. I was able to develop skills such as attention to detail, business awareness, communication, customer service, IT and numeracy.
I was able to make sure customers were able to get the best experience, I organized and tidied up the shop floor and was able to critically analyze skills to attract customers to a product. I met new and different people every day and was able to use my communication skills to speak to customers and was able to listen to their queries and help them.


A1 Judo Club – 2007- present
I have been volunteering as a judo coach for 10 years now, twice a week to children in the community from the age of 4-8 years old. It is a fun way to introduce martial arts to the community, teaching children discipline, self-respect, and physical exercise.





Education


Canterbury Christ Church University
(September 2012- June 2013)
PGCE in Secondary R.E. 11-18 PASS

Queen Mary University of London
(September 2009-June 2012)
2:1 with Hons

Havering Sixth Form College
(September 2007 – June 2009)

A-levels:
• Economics – C
• Mathematics – A
• History – B
• Philosophy (AS) - B

Little Ilford School
(September 2002 – June 2007)

12 GCSEs, grade A*-B, including Maths and English