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Mahbub Rahman

London,United Kingdom

Summary

I am a passionate and dedicated Physics teacher with a strong academic background in Mechanical Engineering and over three years of teaching experience. Currently working at an outstanding secondary school and sixth form in Enfield, I deliver high-quality education to students across KS3, KS4, and A-level. My teaching philosophy focuses on fostering curiosity, building confidence, and making physics relatable through real-world applications. I employ a dynamic, student-centred approach that includes interactive experiments, visual aids, and critical thinking exercises, ensuring that complex concepts are broken down into manageable steps. I emphasise exam techniques to help students perform confidently under pressure and strive to create a positive learning environment that encourages active participation and independent problem-solving. My ultimate goal is to inspire a lifelong appreciation for physics by helping students think analytically and connect theoretical concepts to practical applications.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teacher of physics in secondary school

Highlands School
London
09.2024 - Current
  • Deliver high-quality physics lessons at both GCSE and A-level, inspiring and challenging students while meeting diverse needs, including those with SEND, gifted and talented, and EAL backgrounds.
  • Take responsibility for A-level curriculum planning, including the creation of tailored booklets and resources to support structured and effective learning.
  • Utilise subject specialism in physics to develop engaging and conceptually rich lesson plans that foster deep understanding and intellectual curiosity.
  • Track and assess student progress, using data to identify areas for intervention and ensure that all students achieve results that meet or exceed national expectations.
  • Collaborate with the head of department to develop and deliver curriculum content in line with school and departmental standards.
  • Participate actively in professional development, sharing best practices and mentoring colleagues when appropriate.
  • Promote a safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment, managing behaviour effectively to support positive student outcomes.

Maths and Physics Tutor

Study Right
06.2021 - 06.2024
  • Demonstrated quick decision-making and time management by delivering content to 5 students teaching A- Level and GSCE Maths and Physics to different age groups
  • Preparing material for students before lessons and filling out reports after each lesson evaluating student performance and behaviour
  • Crucially improved students' academic performance by offering personalised instructions and personal mentoring based on individual strengths and weaknesses
  • Used leadership and communication skills by training new employees through the company's policies and expectations
  • Also giving them constructive feedback whilst observing the lesson, to improve the quality of teaching and service provided in future lessons

Assistant Compliance Officer

Tag Construction Ltd
Gravesend, UK
  • Received 38 out of 40 for the company's employee mentor's report
  • Demonstrated multi-tasking and data analysis by managing the cost reconciliation of £150,000 worth of equipment for 3 projects
  • Personally reviewed construction issue drawings providing feedback and changes to improve the quality of drawings using CAD software to create 3D models and 2D engineering drawings
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project deliverables were met within specified timelines
  • Assisting senior engineers in data analysis and reporting to support decision-making

Education

Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Physics

University of East London
London
09.2023 - 06.2024

Bachelors of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

London South Bank University
London
09.2020 - 06.2023

A-Levels - Economics, Maths, Physics

Bow School
London, ENG

Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Innovative solutions
  • Effective communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Lesson planning
  • Differentiated teaching
  • Critical thinking training
  • Proficient in Programming (C)
  • Proficient in MATLAB for data analysis
  • Science lab equipment operation
  • Test and exam creation
  • Physics curriculum knowledge

Hobbies and interests

  • Train at a boxing and kickboxing gym and play competitive sports to improve mental and physical well-being.
  • Run STEM workshops for kids aged 11-16, which involve going over career choices involving STEM subjects, covering important topics such as climate change and reducing a person's carbon footprint, and building vehicles powered by renewable energy.
  • Built a Tinkercad course for kids- it involves showing the basics of CAD, designing complex structures, and 3D printing the structures to make them real.
  • Volunteer at a local community centre and carry out activities such as painting, gardening, and maintenance of the area.

Timeline

Teacher of physics in secondary school

Highlands School
09.2024 - Current

Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Physics

University of East London
09.2023 - 06.2024

Maths and Physics Tutor

Study Right
06.2021 - 06.2024

Bachelors of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

London South Bank University
09.2020 - 06.2023

Assistant Compliance Officer

Tag Construction Ltd

A-Levels - Economics, Maths, Physics

Bow School
Mahbub Rahman