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Farakh Akram

Farakh Akram

London,London

Summary

Motivated Educator with ample experience in delivering engaging lessons to students, building confidence and teaching to an exceptionally high standard. Proficient in fostering a creative environment, designing stimulating lesson plans and supporting/furthering student progress.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Creative Writing Teacher

Self Employed
London
01.2014 - Current
  • Delivered one-to-one and group creative writing lessons targeted effectively to match and challenge student abilities. I train students to effectively prepare for 7+, 11+ entrance exams and the GCSE English creative writing test.

Student Supervisor/CollegeTutor

Goldsmiths University
London
05.2013 - 02.2016
  • Supported PGCE Undergraduates throughout their teacher training programme. I observed teaching student's teaching practise during their school placements and ensured that they successfully met requirements. I supported them mentally too.

Educational Consultant

CEA@Islington
Islington
01.2004 - 01.2007
  • Implemented action plans to raise attainment in failing schools throughout Islington.

Class Teacher and Maths Coordinator

Moorfields Primary School
Islington
01.2003 - 01.2004

Class teacher. Subject Coordinator

Sandringham Primary School
London
01.1994 - 01.2001
  • For Maths, IT and RE Classes taken: Y6, Y4, Y2, Y1 and Reception

Education

Post Graduate Certificate of Education -

University of East London
09.1993 - 06.1994

Bsc (Hons) - New Technology/IT

University of East London
09.1990 - 05.1993

Skills

  • Confidence building
  • Raising attainment
  • Empathising with students and making them feel valued
  • Classroom / Student management
  • Leadership

Interests

  • Creative Writing
  • The glorious world of books
  • Human behaviour
  • Scuba Diving, dance, theatre, gardening

Quote

Nothing in life is to be feared. It is only to be understood.
Marie Curie

Timeline

Creative Writing Teacher

Self Employed
01.2014 - Current

Student Supervisor/CollegeTutor

Goldsmiths University
05.2013 - 02.2016

Educational Consultant

CEA@Islington
01.2004 - 01.2007

Class Teacher and Maths Coordinator

Moorfields Primary School
01.2003 - 01.2004

Class teacher. Subject Coordinator

Sandringham Primary School
01.1994 - 01.2001

Post Graduate Certificate of Education -

University of East London
09.1993 - 06.1994

Bsc (Hons) - New Technology/IT

University of East London
09.1990 - 05.1993
Farakh Akram