Zubaria Khan
Summary
Experienced Science Teacher specialising in GCSE Combined Science, Biology, and Chemistry at A-level and Degree pathway program. Delivered AQA A-level practical work, prepared laboratory solutions, and maintained records to facilitate student progression to higher education. Demonstrated leadership in curriculum planning and assessment, while enhancing student learning through tailored lesson plans and interactive demonstrations.
Overview
5
5
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher of Science and Assistant Exam Officer Support
Kings Education
Oxford
09.2023 - 05.2026
- Teach A-level, Foundation and Degree Pathway Biology and Chemistry, supporting students with different academic backgrounds and progression goals.
- Deliver and supervise AQA A-level practical activities, including practical preparation, safe laboratory practice, student guidance and record keeping.
- Mark lab books, assess practical work, give feedback and enter practical completion records and marks into spreadsheets.
- Facilitated development of practical skills, scientific writing, data handling, analysis and evaluation for diverse student backgrounds.
- Support the Exams Officer and academic team with examination administration for A-level in line with JCQ expectations.
- Managed candidate information checks, communicated exam timetables, coordinated rooming arrangements, seating plans, registers and examination-day preparation.
- Coordinated access arrangements for students requiring support during examinations. and reasonable adjustments for students.
- Prepare chemical solutions, reagents, equipment and practical resources before laboratory sessions.
- Contribute to paper setting, paper checking, rechecking and post-assessment standardisation meetings to support quality assurance.
Teacher of Biology
Kings Education
Brighton, East Sussex
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Taught Biology to A-level and Degree Pathway learners, preparing students for academic progression and higher education pathways.
- Planned and delivered differentiated lessons to meet curriculum requirements and individual learner needs, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
- Used practical demonstrations, experiments and interactive learning activities to strengthen scientific understanding.
- Adapted teaching methods for mixed-ability groups, providing targeted support to students requiring additional guidance, fostering inclusive learning environments.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and assessment preparation, contributing to quality improvement initiatives that enhance educational standards.
- Completed relevant CPD and refresher training linked to AQA A-level Biology and Chemistry curriculum delivery, practical endorsement, safeguarding and student support.
Vice Principal / Chemistry and Biology Teacher
Farooqi Model High School
Wah Cantt
09.2003 - 12.2022
- Led academic planning as Vice Principal, including teaching schedules, curriculum delivery, assessment calendars and student progress reviews.
- Taught Chemistry and Biology to GCSE-equivalent and college-level students, supporting examination preparation and learner progression.
- Monitored student performance data, identified learners needing additional support, and implemented intervention strategies to boost achievement.
- Designed targeted tests and support materials for lower-ability students to help them succeed in board examinations.
- Organised special preparation arrangements for board classes, facilitating revision planning, extra support sessions and examination-readiness monitoring to enhance student success.
- Coordinated internal examinations, assessment preparation, marking deadlines, reporting procedures and communication with students and parents.
- Dealt with board registration processes and supported students with examination registration and related documentation.
- Conducted parent-teacher meetings and met parents individually to discuss student performance, behaviour, attendance and progression.
- Trained new teachers, supported lesson planning, guided classroom practice, and enhanced staff effectiveness in improving student outcomes.
- Arranged educational trips to support student confidence, and positive engagement with school life.
- Maintained finances and records for student activities, events and school-related programmes.
- School and College Level
Assistant Manager Quality Control
Wilson Pharmaceuticals
03.2000 - 08.2002
- Performed laboratory testing, quality checks and microbiological analysis to support pharmaceutical production standards.
- Established production batches in compliance with laboratory protocols while conducting air-quality and contamination monitoring to ensure industry standards.
- Functioned as Biochemist and Microbiologist in Quality Control and Research & Development departments, contributing to product safety and efficacy.
- Used a range of laboratory techniques and equipment, including PCR, chromatography and biochemical testing.
- Aided research and development by maintaining accurate records, adhering to laboratory procedures, and upholding quality and safety compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Allama Iqbal university
Islamabad01-2014
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of science
Government College ,Punjab university
Rawalpindi01-1996
Master's Degree - Business Administration
Ulster University
Birmingham02-2023
M.Phil. - Microbiology
Quaid-e-Azam University
Islamabad, Pakistan01-2001
Master's Degree - Biochemistry
Quaid-e-Azam University
Islamabad, Pakistan01-1999
Skills
- AQA support
- A-level science planning
- GCSE Combined Science planning
- Foundation science planning
- Degree Pathway science planning
- Advanced Biology Instruction
- Scientific understanding development
- Preparing laboratory solutions
- Preparing reagents
- Preparing equipment
- Preparing practical resources
- Supervising laboratory practicals
- Promoting safe working practices
- Guiding students during experiments
- Ensuring effective use of laboratory equipment
- Marking lab books
- Assessing practical evidence
- Practical endorsement tracking
- Practical science skills support
- Data handling
- Analysis
- Evaluation
- Scientific report writing
- Curriculum design
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Assessment preparation
- Monitoring student progress
- Academic intervention
- Examination administration
- Timetable support
- Candidate checks
- Registers
- Seating plans
- Rooming arrangements
- Examination-day preparation
- Paper setting
- Paper checking
- Rechecking
- Participating in standardisation meetings
- Quality assurance
- Assessment consistency
- Understanding of safeguarding
- Confidentiality
- Access arrangements
- Reasonable adjustments
- Student wellbeing support
- Parent communication effectiveness
- Parent-teacher meetings
- Progress-review discussions
- Student achievement support
- Personal development support
- Classroom management
- Ability to motivate students
- Subject knowledge
- Parent engagement
- Laboratory safety
- Engagement techniques
- Behavioural Management
- Learning assessments
- MS Office proficient
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Proficient in Excel
- Proficient in PowerPoint
- Inorganic Chemistry Knowledge
- Proficient in ActivInspire
- Professional Development
- Tutoring experience
- Interactive Learning Environments
- Organisational skills
- Critical thinking facilitation
- Biology proficiency
- Inorganic Chemistry Knowledge
- Cell biology
- Ecological Science Understanding
- Project-based learning
- Instructional strategies
- Constructive feedback
- Observation
- Measurement
- SMART Boards
- Instructional strategies
- Constructive feedback
- Cell biology
- SMART Boards
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Urdu
Proficient
C2
Hobbies and interests
- Exploring AI-powered websites and digital tools to support teaching, lesson planning and resource creation.
Using educational technology to develop engaging presentations, worksheets and interactive learning activities
Reading books
Custom
- English, Expert
- Urdu, Expert
- Punjabi
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate:
UK Work Status: Skilled Worker visa holder; future employer sponsorship required.
Certification
A-level Chemistry: Preparing for 2025 Application of Science
Curriculum Connect: A-level Chemistry: Exploring Summer 2024
Curriculum Connect: A-level Science: Practical Endorsement - Introduction to the CPAC and how it is assessed
A-level BioloA-level Chemistry: Preparing for 2025 Application of Sciencegy Chemistry and Physics: Practical Endorsement
Data Insights: Getting the most from your results
Accomplishments
- Received the Best Teacher Award twice in recognition of outstanding teaching performance, student support and commitment to academic excellence.
- Received the Best Management Award for effective leadership, staff coordination and successful school administration.
- Promoted to the position of Vice Principal after only four years of teaching, reflecting strong leadership ability, professional dedication and rapid career progression.
- Successfully combined teaching and senior management responsibilities, contributing to curriculum planning, staff development, examination management and improvements in student achievement.
- Secured Skilled Worker visa sponsorship from the school after approximately 18 months of employment, reflecting the school’s confidence in my professional performance, commitment and value as a Science Teacher.
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Timeline
Teacher of Science and Assistant Exam Officer Support
Kings Education
09.2023 - 05.2026
Teacher of Biology
Kings Education
01.2023 - 09.2023
Vice Principal / Chemistry and Biology Teacher
Farooqi Model High School
09.2003 - 12.2022
Assistant Manager Quality Control
Wilson Pharmaceuticals
03.2000 - 08.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Allama Iqbal university
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of science
Government College ,Punjab university
Master's Degree - Business Administration
Ulster University
M.Phil. - Microbiology
Quaid-e-Azam University
Master's Degree - Biochemistry
Quaid-e-Azam University