Sheik

As an experienced teacher/tutor, I am currently working as the Achievement Director of Maths in a central London secondary school. With the right guidance, support and encouragement, on average, GCSE students in my school now obtain one grade better than students at schools with similar intakes.

I have three degrees; MEng, MBA and a PGCE. I initially started tutoring whilst at Queen Mary University by helping out students a year or more below me in their respective courses. I really loved the experience as it gave me plenty of satisfaction knowing that I was helping shape the careers of my peers. From there I started tutoring more and more in my spare time. This eventually led me into teaching.

 

Maths has always been a passion for me but I understand that for some students it can be cumbersome and anxiety-inducing. I always endeavour to make my students feel comfortable through well-planned lessons to overcome common misconceptions and I teach with a personable attitude showing care and diligence to each student.

 

Teaching Experience

I have taught students of various abilities and learning needs (over 1000+ hours) including SEN, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, ADHD, high achievers and Oxbridge candidates. Having worked as an examiner, I have knowledge of the various exam techniques required to answer exam-style questions effectively. As such, I am always able to adapt my teaching style to suit an individual's needs. I have been trained to use research-based tools to inform teaching, a system that my department has been extremely successful with. The Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract (CPA) style is highly effective and acts as a hook to learning. I make my lessons engaging and relatable, always using real life examples to make the concepts easier to digest. 

 

I have helped students obtain their desired places in the following schools:

• City Boys

• Emanuel School

• St. Swithun's Independent School

• Wallington High School for Girls

• The Latymer School

• Sutton Grammar School

• The Tiffin Girls' School

• Whitgift School

Interests

I love travelling and experiencing new cultures. I also have a passion for good food and sport (especially tennis and football).  Above all, I love spending time with family.