Jakub Samoraj
COTTINGHAM,East Riding of Yorkshire
Summary
Seasoned academic with extensive teaching expertise in political theory and a strong research portfolio in International Relations, supported by publications in leading peer-reviewed journals. Builds effective collaborations with practitioners and academics, fostering intellectual pluralism. Proficient in university-level instruction, scholarly writing, and both independent and collaborative research. Dedicated to professional growth and enhancing student support.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
English as an Additional Language Coordinator
Sirius Academy North
Kingston upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
2014.12 - Current
- Fostered inclusive atmosphere in multicultural, multilingual academy, encouraging high aspirations and respect among students.
- Coordinated lessons with mainstream teachers and supported new to English learners by teaching English, Polish, Science and Maths.
- Facilitated cross-departmental meetings for improved collaboration efforts.
- Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge learners by establishing a safe, calm and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect; setting goals that stretch and challenge learners of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions.
- Offered speaking and writing frames which provide models of sentence construction, language structures, and vocabulary to use orally within a curriculum context.
- Developed strategies to foster cooperation between parents and educators to support student wellbeing.
- Demonstrated a critical understanding of developments in the subject and curriculum areas; promoting the value of scholarship and love of learning by stimulating children's intellectual curiosity and demonstrating consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils.
- Led initiatives in Character Education, promoting ethical and responsible youth development and inspiring students to recognise their intrinsic potential.
- Coordinated project tasks for successful and timely completion.
- Planned and coordinated events and activities, maintaining seamless and efficient workflow.
Skills Leader
Brynmor Jones Library
Kingston upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
2014.10 - 2017.09
- Facilitated workshops on learning development topics, enhancing first-year students' skills and confidence.
- Mentored peers to enhance academic performance and foster skill development.
- Worked alongside Peer Assisted Study Scheme (PASS) Leaders and the professional Skills Team to enhance student academic confidence.
- Supported daily operations, ensuring precision in academic processes and resource management.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
Student tutor
The University of Nottingham
Nottingham, East Midlands
2008.07 - 2009.09
- Assisted warden in maintaining safety and welfare of students, fostering a secure living environment.
- Supported social activities to enhance student engagement and community.
- Monitored objectives and identified new priorities, ensuring timely completion of tasks to support student needs.
- Adapted to new priorities, anticipated problems and suggested optimal solutions in order to look after students and provide for their welfare, security and well-being.
- Contributed to increased pass rate through dedicated tutoring efforts.
- Identified gaps in knowledge by conducting comprehensive assessments.
- Liaised with university professors to align tutoring efforts with curriculum objectives, enhancing academic support.
- Promoted academic success and enhanced learning experiences for students of varying capabilities.
Library Assistant
Brynmor Jones Library
Kingston upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
2007.10 - 2008.08
- Assisted team at library circulation desk with issuing and returning materials to ensure smooth user experience.
- Guided users in navigating online catalogue to improve access to resources.
- Coordinated library resources to optimise availability and support user needs.
- Created and maintained electronic resource records in library's electronic resource management system.
- Performed routine administrative duties.
- Supported commitment to diversity, equal opportunities, and anti-discriminatory practices.
- Fixed minor technical glitches with library computers promptly, minimising downtime.
- Input information about new books and resources to library database.
Education
Master of Philosophy in Politics - Politics
School of Politics, Philosophy and International Studies
Kingston upon Hull 2016.09 - 2019.07
Master of Arts in Diplomacy - Politics and International Relations
School of Politics and International Relations
Nottingham 2008.09 - 2011.07
Bachelor of Arts - Politics and International Relations
School of Politics and International Studies
Kingston upon Hull 2006.09 - 2008.07
Skills
- Teaching experience
- Political theory expertise
- Postcolonial political theory
- Experience in carrying out independent research in International Relations, evidenced by a strong record of publications in highly ranked, peer-reviewed academic journals and/or major presses and a clear plan of research to be conducted during the appointment
- Academic publication writing
- University-level teaching
- Collaborative research skills
- A demonstrable commitment to intellectual pluralism in the field of International Relations
- Methodologically grounded research experience, independent and/or collaborative, and of a proven high quality
- Excellent collaborative team working and organisational skills, together with the ability to innovate and work effectively with colleagues and to work independently meeting deadlines
- Proven ability to build high quality relationships and collaborations with relevant practitioners, academics, and wider networks
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated willingness to contribute to the pastoral care of students and the sensitivity to deal with pastoral issues
- Academic and administrative duties
- A commitment to their own professional development
- Specialist research and teaching capacity that includes: International Relations, Political Theory, International Political Economy, War Studies and Modern Strategy
- Knowledge of gdpr regulations
- Training and Development
- Project problem-solving
- Office administration
- Resourcefulness
- Strategic planning
Affiliations
- Learning languages, cognitive abilities, doing crossword puzzles, Sudoku, Mathematics, engineering, innovation, creative problem solving, visuospatial skills, imagination, critical thinking, global economy, literature, ecology, diplomacy, geopolitics, modern strategy, science, solar power, academic journals, philosophy, poetry, linguistics, academia, tennis, swimming, Karate, jiujutsu, Kenjutsu, Tai chi, Shaolin Kung Fu, Yoga, archery, fencing, badminton, squash, hill-walking and basketball.
Languages
English
Fluent
Polish
Native
German
Intermediate
French
Elementary
Spanish
Beginner
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Master of Philosophy in Politics - Politics
School of Politics, Philosophy and International Studies
2016.09 - 2019.07
English as an Additional Language Coordinator
Sirius Academy North
2014.12 - Current
Skills Leader
Brynmor Jones Library
2014.10 - 2017.09
Master of Arts in Diplomacy - Politics and International Relations
School of Politics and International Relations
2008.09 - 2011.07
Student tutor
The University of Nottingham
2008.07 - 2009.09
Library Assistant
Brynmor Jones Library
2007.10 - 2008.08
Bachelor of Arts - Politics and International Relations
School of Politics and International Studies
2006.09 - 2008.07