Markella Misirli
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Dedicated and enthusiastic Sport and Exercise Science student with a strong background in education, childcare, research, and competitive athletics. As a national-level endurance runner, I have developed resilience, discipline, and excellent time-management skills through balancing elite sport alongside academic and professional commitments. My experiences as a nanny, teaching assistant, and through teacher training have strengthened my communication, adaptability, and ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues. I am passionate about wellbeing, personal development, and creating supportive environments for young people. Alongside my academic work, including a First-Class dissertation focused on athlete transitions and support systems, I have also developed creativity and initiative through entrepreneurship, content creation, and performance experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Nanny
Athlete nanny
, United Kingdom & Greece
2023.09 - 2026.05
- Developed strategies to address children's needs while fostering positive relationships with families to enhance overall childcare experiences.
Teaching Assistant
Campion School
2023.05 - 2023.07
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips providing safe, supportive environment.
- Provided additional support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity.
- Assisted children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Collaborated with teaching staff in organising school events, fostering community spirit.
- Managed administrative tasks, aiding smooth running of the class.
Entrepreneur
Shiva Paws
Athens, Greece
2020.08 - 2021.01
- Teaching myself from scratch to sew and run my own business, I managed to have over 3000 followers and over 50 sales within the first month, including brand ambassadors for the company.
- Identified new markets by thorough industry analysis.
- Negotiated favourable contracts with suppliers, ensured reliable resource acquisition.
- Conducted comprehensive market research for informed decision-making.
Education
International Baccalaureate -
Campion School
Athens, Greece 2021.09 - 2023.06
IGCSE - English (language and literature), Maths, Biology, Music, Drama, Greek, History
Campion School
2019.09 - 2021.06
Bachelor of Science - Sports and Exercise Science
St Mary's University, Twickenham
Twickenham 2023.09 -
PGCE - Primary Education
LDBS SCITT
London 2026.05 - 2027.07
Skills
Communication
- Native English speaker
- Fluent in Greek
- Basic Spanish
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills developed through education, childcare and sport
Organisation & Time Management
- Successfully balance university study, competitive athletics, nannying, and content creation
- Experienced in planning schedules and working towards long-term goals
Research & Academic Skills
- Qualitative research experience
- Dissertation writing and analysis
- Presentation and seminar delivery
- Critical thinking and literature analysis
Creativity & Digital Skills
- Content creation and social media promotion
- Video editing and photography
- Confident using Microsoft Office and digital communication tools
References
Dr James Fleming - james.fleming@stmarys.ac.uk - Associate Head of School – Nutrition | Senior Lecturer
Dr Jade Salim - jade.salim@stmarys.ac.uk - Head of School, Sport, Exercise and Applied Science (SSEAS) Associate Professor in Sport Psychology, SFHEA
More references, upon request.
Other interests
Middle Distance runner
January 2017 – Present
- Compete in middle- and long-distance running events
- Developed resilience, discipline, and goal-setting skills
- Experience balancing elite sport alongside academic commitments
Content Creation & Media
January 2019 – Present
- Create short-form video and photography content
- Collaborated with small businesses to promote products online
- Experience building engagement through social media platforms
Singing & Performing
January 2013 – Present
- Passionate about musical theatre and performance
- Participated in productions including Cabaret and Little Shop of Horrors
- Developed confidence, creativity, and public speaking skills
Timeline
PGCE - Primary Education
LDBS SCITT
2026.05 - 2027.07
Bachelor of Science - Sports and Exercise Science
St Mary's University, Twickenham
2023.09 -
Nanny
Athlete nanny
2023.09 - 2026.05
Teaching Assistant
Campion School
2023.05 - 2023.07
International Baccalaureate -
Campion School
2021.09 - 2023.06
Entrepreneur
Shiva Paws
2020.08 - 2021.01
IGCSE - English (language and literature), Maths, Biology, Music, Drama, Greek, History
Campion School
2019.09 - 2021.06