Aamina Hassan
Birmingham,UK
Summary
Accomplished educator with expertise in curriculum design and differentiation, inquiry-based learning, and ICT integration. Demonstrates strong skills in classroom management, global citizenship education, and STEM/STEAM project facilitation. Proven track record in collaborative leadership, mentoring, and professional development. Committed to enhancing scientific literacy through a student-centred approach and leveraging instructional design tools to foster an engaging learning environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Math & Science Teacher
Lady Evelyn Independent School
, UK
2017.01 - Current
- Designed and delivered engaging science lessons in line with the national curriculum.
- Created student-centered learning targets to guide lessons and assessments.
- Integrated digital tools such as Mentimeter, Padlet, Blooket, and Quizizz to enhance interactivity.
- Delivered model lessons and facilitated professional development sessions for colleagues.
Math & Science Teacher
Emirates School Establishment
, UAE
2017.10 - 2023.07
- Monitored and analyzed termly student progress data to inform instruction.
- Participated in professional development and teacher training programs.
- Organized extracurricular science events and supported revision sessions.
- Maintained high behavioral and academic standards, fostering a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
- Led STEM projects for local and international competitions.
PGCE Trainee
North Birmingham Academy & Joseph Leckie Academy
, UK
2015.01 - 2016.01
- Taught Science across KS3–A-Level, delivering experiments aligned with curricular goals.
- Used assessment data to set individual student targets and track progress.
- Planned, delivered, and evaluated lessons to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop engaging schemes of work.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
Science Technician
Washwood Heath Secondary School
, UK
2015.05 - 2015.07
- Supported practical science instruction by preparing experiments and demonstrations.
- Ensured health and safety compliance across all laboratory activities.
- Assisted teachers with the setup and delivery of practical lessons in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Science
Birmingham City University
UK 2016.01 - 2017.01
Master of Research - Molecular and Cellular Biology
University of Birmingham
UK 2015.01 - 2017.01
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science
University of Wolverhampton
UK 2011.01 - 2014.01
A Levels - Biology, Chemistry, Religious Studies
City College, Birmingham
Birmingham, UK 2009.01 - 2011.01
Skills
- Curriculum design & differentiation
- Inquiry-based learning & assessment for learning
- ICT integration (Google Workspace, MS Teams, interactive tools)
- Classroom management & behavior support
- Global citizenship and cross-curricular links
- STEM/STEAM education and project facilitation
- Collaborative leadership and mentoring
- Professional Development
- Pedagogical expertise
- Instructional design tools
- Scientific literacy enhancement
- Student-Centered approach
Certification
- Safeguarding and Child Protection Training (2023)
- STEM Curriculum Design Workshop (2022)
- Effective Use of Digital Tools in Education (2021)
Timeline
Math & Science Teacher
Emirates School Establishment
2017.10 - 2023.07
Math & Science Teacher
Lady Evelyn Independent School
2017.01 - Current
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Science
Birmingham City University
2016.01 - 2017.01
Science Technician
Washwood Heath Secondary School
2015.05 - 2015.07
PGCE Trainee
North Birmingham Academy & Joseph Leckie Academy
2015.01 - 2016.01
Master of Research - Molecular and Cellular Biology
University of Birmingham
2015.01 - 2017.01
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science
University of Wolverhampton
2011.01 - 2014.01
A Levels - Biology, Chemistry, Religious Studies
City College, Birmingham
2009.01 - 2011.01