Graduate Teaching Assistant | MPhil African Studies (Cambridge) | BA History | Aspiring History Teacher
Freya is a highly driven and academically outstanding History graduate from Brown University, with a Master’s degree from the University of Cambridge, and is now seeking a full-time, long-term Teaching Assistant role from May or September 2026. With a genuine passion for History and a clear ambition to train as a teacher, she brings exceptional subject knowledge alongside a strong commitment to supporting young people.
As an elite international rower, Freya also demonstrates outstanding discipline, resilience and teamwork, which she brings into educational settings to inspire and motivate students.
Education & Qualifications
- MPhil African Studies, Upper Second Class Honours: University of Cambridge
- BA History, 3.79 GPA: Brown University
- High School Diploma with Advanced Placement qualifications: Walt Witman Highschool Maryland
Experience Summary
Freya combines an exceptional academic background with tutoring experience and elite-level sport, giving her a unique ability to engage, support and inspire students. She is particularly passionate about working with young people from diverse backgrounds and helping them build confidence and academic success.
- Delivered one-to-one tutoring to students from disadvantaged backgrounds, adapting sessions to individual needs and supporting both attainment and confidence.
- Planned engaging learning materials and structured sessions to support independent learning and academic progress.
- Developed strong communication and relationship-building skills through working closely with young people in educational settings.
- Demonstrated exceptional discipline, resilience and time management as part of the British Rowing World Class Programme, competing at international level.
- Built strong organisational and professional skills through administrative roles, managing responsibilities and coordinating tasks effectively.
Key Strengths
- Exceptional academic background in History and related disciplines
- Strong communication skills with ability to engage and inspire learners
- Experience supporting students from diverse and disadvantaged backgrounds
- Highly disciplined and resilient with elite sport experience
- Organised, reliable and able to perform under pressure
- Passionate about education and pursuing a career in History teaching