Ilham Issa
Graduate pursuing a career in Education
Nottinghamsh,Nottingham
Summary
Motivated and reflective education graduate with hands-on experience in tutoring, digital learning design, and inclusive classroom support. Action Tutoring enabled me to deliver targeted support to primary learners, helping bridge attainment gaps in core subjects.
Dedicated professional with expertise in strategic planning, lesson planning and delivery, and leadership. Proficient in safeguarding procedures and adept at utilizing digital tools in education such as Google Classroom. Demonstrates strong resourcefulness, effective behaviour management strategies, and excellent communication skills. Known for patience, team building capabilities, and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Action tutoring
Rotherfield School
Nottingham, Nottingham
05.2025 - Current
- 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.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Lead tutoring sessions with 15 students
Undergraduate pursuing Education
University of Nottingham
Nottingham, East Midlands
09.2023 - 06.2026
- 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.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
English tutor
Park Vale Academy
Nottingham, Nottingham
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Implemented innovative teaching methods to maintain student interest and engagement.
- Utilized multimedia resources to enhance the learning experience of pupils.
- Adapted teaching style according to varying pupil abilities, achieving equitable education delivery.
- Evaluated student progress on a regular basis, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
Teaching assistant
KJA NURSERY
Nairobi , Nairobi
04.2018 - 06.2018
- Managed administrative tasks, aiding smooth running of the class.
- Collaborated with teaching staff in organizing school events, fostering community spirit.
- Ensured safety of pupils during extracurricular activities for an accident-free environment.
- Maintained up-to-date records of pupil progress, tracking individual development effectively.
Education
IB Diploma - IB Diploma
Aga Khan Academy Nairobi
Nairobi 09.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Nottingham
Nottingham 09.2023 -
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Lesson planning & delivery (basic level)
- Leadership
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
- Digital tools in education (eg Uizard, Google Classroom)
- Resourcefulness
- Behaviour management strategies
- Communication skills
- Patient
- Team building
Affiliations
- Playing sports
- Reading books
Accomplishments
Wrote a non-fictional book on Autism for a Personal Project in school.
Languages
Swahili
Intermediate
Timeline
Action tutoring
Rotherfield School
05.2025 - Current
English tutor
Park Vale Academy
02.2025 - 05.2025
Undergraduate pursuing Education
University of Nottingham
09.2023 - 06.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Nottingham
09.2023 -
IB Diploma - IB Diploma
Aga Khan Academy Nairobi
09.2021 - 05.2023
Teaching assistant
KJA NURSERY
04.2018 - 06.2018
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