Eliza Matilda Bjorkhammer
Bristol,BST
Summary
I am a creative and proactive individual with a passion for inspiring and engaging students, combined with strong communication and leadership abilities. Dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment and integrating innovative teaching methods in the classroom. Known for building positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, and showing a willingness to adapt to students individual needs. Eager to make a meaningful impact as a Teaching Assistant.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Animal care volunteer
Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand
Petchaburi, Thailand
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Designed enrichment activities for elephants to reduce boredom and support mental wellbeing.
- Monitored health of a range of wild animals, reporting changes or causes for concern.
- Cleaned out animal living spaces to meet hygiene standards.
- Prepared and portioned food for 50 animals every morning, in line with feeding schedules.
Theatre Usher
Royal of Dramatic Arts
London, ENG
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Contributed to positive theatre atmosphere by providing friendly and professional service to customers.
- Checked tickets at entrance, ensuring only valid ticket holders accessed the venue.
Musical Theatre Teaching Assistant
Mockingbird Performing Arts Academy
Doha, Qatar
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted children individually or in small groups to help them prepare for their LAMDA exams and theatrical performances.
- Provided additional support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity.
- Collaborated with teaching staff in organising school events, fostering community spirit.
- Helped students achieve success in their LAMDA Musical Theatre exams, from grades 1 to 6.
Piano teacher
Self Employed
Doha, Qatar
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Tailored repertoire selections to suit each student's skill level and interests increasing engagement during lessons.
- Created a comfortable learning environment with patience and understanding.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, fostering open communication about student progress.
- Instructed students in reading sheet music to better understand music theory.
- Scheduled private classes for 5 students weekly, adapting to holidays, cancellations and change of date and time requests.
Drama Teaching Assistant
Mockingbird Performing Arts Academy
Doha , Qatar
09.2021 - 04.2024
- Was responsible for marking attendance and supporting with classroom management.
- Script reading with students in small groups.
- Leading warmup and improvisation games.
- Giving supportive feedback on monologues and duologues.
- Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring.
- 87% of students received a distinction in their LAMDA exam in 2024
Dog Sitter
Self Employed
Doha, Qatar
11.2022 - 03.2024
- My clientele consists of 3 separate households and 6 dogs of various ages, breed and temperament.
- Provided companionship for dogs whilst owners on holiday, ensuring they didn't feel lonely or anxious.
- Followed set routines for feeding, exercise, rest periods so as not to disrupt established habits of the dogs.
- Trained puppies on basic commands enhancing obedience levels.
Social Media Marketing Intern
Mockingbird Performing Arts Academy
Doha, Qatar
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Designed visually appealing graphics for use across multiple platforms.
- Implemented creative campaigns to increase membership of the performing arts academy.
- Boosted online presence through regular updates and posts on various social media channels.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions, contributing fresh ideas for promotional strategies.
Education
Foundation course - Acting
Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts
London04.2025
A-Levels - Sociology
Doha College
Doha06.2024
A-Levels - Media Studies
Doha College
Doha06.2024
A-Levels - Drama
Doha College
Doha06.2024
AS Exams - Music
Doha College
Doha06.2023
Skills
- Performance skills: Acting/ Musical Theatre, Performance directing and Creative instruction
- Teaching: Patience and resilience, Sensitivity to student needs and Building confidence in pupils
- Skilled in technology use, including presentation creation
- Piano: Grade 7 Level, Tutoring experience and music composition
- Football at Academy Level: Team work and decision making
- Film and Photography experience
- Creating social media content
- Animal Care: Wild and domestic animals
Accomplishments
- Achieved a Distinction in Grades 1-8 in LAMDA solo performance exam
- Gold Duke of Edinburgh
Timeline
Animal care volunteer
Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand
06.2025 - 07.2025
Theatre Usher
Royal of Dramatic Arts
09.2024 - 03.2025
Piano teacher
Self Employed
10.2023 - 05.2024
Musical Theatre Teaching Assistant
Mockingbird Performing Arts Academy
09.2023 - 06.2024
Social Media Marketing Intern
Mockingbird Performing Arts Academy
09.2023 - 03.2024
Dog Sitter
Self Employed
11.2022 - 03.2024
Drama Teaching Assistant
Mockingbird Performing Arts Academy
09.2021 - 04.2024
Foundation course - Acting
Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts
A-Levels - Sociology
Doha College
A-Levels - Media Studies
Doha College
A-Levels - Drama
Doha College
AS Exams - Music
Doha College
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