Israfeel is an aspiring Secondary Teaching Assistant and Academic Mentor with a strong academic background in Economics from SOAS, University of London. He combines technical skills in Python, JavaScript, and SQL with a passion for supporting diverse learners and creating inclusive educational environments. Israfeel is committed to helping students build confidence and academic success through personalised tutoring and mentorship.
Education & Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Economics: School of African and Oriental Studies (SOAS) - Upper Second Class
- A Levels: Economics (A), BTEC Business (Merit, Merit, Pass)
- GCSEs: 11 Graded A*-C including English and Maths
Experience Summary
Israfeel has developed valuable mentoring and leadership experience supporting young people in both educational and community settings. His technical background enhances his analytical and problem-solving skills, which he applies in academic tutoring and youth leadership roles.
- Mosque Youth Leader, organising inclusive social and spiritual events with a focus on SEND youth engagement through tailored activities.
- Customer Assistant at Tesco, delivering excellent service and collaborating in a fast-paced team environment.
- Mentored Economics undergraduates, guiding coursework and exam preparation, helping mentees achieve 2:1 grades or higher.
- Intern at The Social Investment Consultancy, supporting DEI assessments and conducting detailed research.
- Southwark Young Advisor, contributing to youth engagement projects and community safety initiatives.
- Data Analyst for a football team, providing detailed performance reports demonstrating attention to detail and communication skills.
Key Strengths
- Strong academic grounding in Economics combined with advanced technical skills (Python, JavaScript, SQL).
- Experienced mentor and tutor, skilled in providing one-on-one academic support.
- Empathetic, patient, and culturally sensitive communicator with leadership experience.
- Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments for diverse student needs.
- Organised, analytical thinker with excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.