Eilidh is a Phenomenal Aspiring Chemistry Teacher, Keen to Secure a Science Teaching Assistant or STEM Academic Mentor
Eilidh is a passionate and driven First-Class Chemistry graduate from the University of Glasgow who is preparing to train as a secondary Chemistry teacher next year. With a natural flair for explaining complex scientific ideas and a warm, inclusive approach, she is now seeking a Science TA or STEM Academic Mentor role where she can inspire curiosity and confidence in the classroom.
Eilidh brings a rich combination of academic excellence, hands-on workshop facilitation, private tutoring, and STEM outreach—all underpinned by a genuine enthusiasm for working with young people. She thrives in collaborative school settings and is committed to making science accessible, engaging, and empowering for all students.
Education & Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Chemistry: University of Glasgow - First Class
- Advanced Highers:: Biology (A), Chemistry (A), Physics (A)
- Highers: Chemistry, Human Biology, Mathematics, Physics, RMPS (All A)
- National 5:: 9 subjects including Biology, Chemistry, English, Mathematics, and Physics (All A)
Experience Summary
Eilidh is an enthusiastic STEM graduate with strong communication skills and a proven ability to support learners both in groups and one-to-one. She is particularly effective at adapting explanations to suit different learning levels and engaging students with hands-on scientific inquiry.
- Delivered interactive STEM workshops across schools as part of the Scottish Schools Hydrogen Challenge, demystifying scientific processes and guiding students in team-based projects.
- Provided one-to-one tuition in Advanced Higher Physics, significantly boosting a student’s grade from a C to an A through personalised lesson planning and focused academic support.
- Contributed to extracurricular science education through volunteering at homework clubs and school STEM activities during sixth form.
- Demonstrated adaptability, leadership, and group facilitation in a range of roles, from nannying and tutoring to public engagement as a ceilidh caller and student society leader.
Key Strengths
- Excellent subject knowledge across Chemistry, Physics, and wider STEM fields
- Confident and approachable communicator, skilled at simplifying complex concepts
- Experienced in delivering engaging science education in classroom and outreach settings
- Energetic, empathetic, and collaborative team player with leadership experience
- Committed to building student confidence and fostering inclusive learning environments