Umeyma Sahal
Teacher
London,ENG
Summary
Enthusiastic Student Teacher with good leadership and interpersonal skills. Talented in providing strong quality instruction and creating positive learning environments. Dedicated to helping creative supportive, stimulating, and learning-focused classroom environments. From mastering the art of coffee-making as a barista to teaching students with additional needs, I've acquired vital skills in communication and practical problem-solving. Moreover, I actively volunteered at a GP clinic, assisting with vaccinations and at the Royal Volunteers, where I connected vulnerable individuals to essential resources. These experiences have fuelled my passion for helping others and reinforced my commitment to making a positive impact in the world.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Burntwood School
London, England
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to carry out extracurricular activities, enriching students' educational experience.
Student Teacher
Cheam High School
London, England
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
Intern
State of Mind
London, England
05.2019 - 06.2019
- Assisted in developing and executing successful marketing campaigns to raise awareness about education reform initiatives.
- Contributed creative ideas for social media content, leading to increased engagement and followers on various platforms.
- Conducted market research and competitor analysis, providing valuable insights to inform future marketing strategies.
- Collaborated with the team to create compelling visual and written content for promotional materials and website updates.
- Organized and participated in educational events, reaching out to target audiences, and building community relationships.
- Assisted in creating and maintaining marketing calendars and project timelines, ensuring timely execution of campaigns.
- Helped in monitoring and analysing key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the effectiveness of marketing efforts.
- Provided administrative support, including data entry, organizing files, and managing communication with stakeholders.
- Engaged in brainstorming sessions to generate new marketing ideas and strategies to promote education reform initiatives.
Education
PGCE: Science - Education
University College London, UCL
London, United Kingdom07-2025
BSc Hons - Biochemistry
Royal Holloway and Bedford college, University of London
06.2023
A-levels - Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics
Woodhouse College
06.2020
GCSEs - undefined
Archer Academy
06.2018
Skills
- 80 words per minute typing
- Proficiency in all areas of Microsoft Office, including Access, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent data collecting skills and processing skills using several software
- Skilled at identifying potential risks to project success, developing mitigation strategies, and taking preventive measures to minimize their impact
- Proficient in working effectively within diverse teams, leveraging each member's strengths, and fostering a collaborative environment
- Capable of making informed decisions under pressure, considering available information and the project's objectives
- Skilled in planning engaging science lessons that promote curiosity, critical thinking, and real-world connections
- Confident in adapting teaching to meet diverse learning needs, using differentiation and scaffolding effectively
- Experienced in creating a calm, respectful classroom environment through consistent and fair behaviour management
- Committed to building strong relationships with students, supporting both their academic and personal growth
References
References are available upon request.
Interests
Passionate about creativity, I revel in the arts of knitting, pottery, sewing, and painting These expressive outlets bring me joy and fulfilment Embracing a desire for new challenges, I aspire to take up cycling and other physical activities to stay active and explore the outdoors The thrill of crafting something with my hands and the satisfaction of creating art fuels my happiness Looking forward to adding cycling to my repertoire, I eagerly seek opportunities to enrich my life through creativity and physical pursuits With each endeavour, I find purpose and inspiration, making every day a journey of growth and fulfilment
Timeline
Student Teacher
Burntwood School
02.2025 - 06.2025
Student Teacher
Cheam High School
10.2024 - 02.2025
Intern
State of Mind
05.2019 - 06.2019
BSc Hons - Biochemistry
Royal Holloway and Bedford college, University of London
A-levels - Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics
Woodhouse College
GCSEs - undefined
Archer Academy
PGCE: Science - Education
University College London, UCL
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