Sophia is a confident, compassionate, and highly adaptable graduate from Loughborough University, with over six years of experience working with children in academic and pastoral settings. She is seeking a Secondary Teaching Assistant or Maths Academic Mentor role where she can use her strong subject knowledge and mentoring skills to inspire and support students’ academic progress and personal development.
Education & Qualifications
- BA (Hons) in Finance and Managment: Loughborough University - Upper Second Class
- A Levels: Maths (A), Further Maths (B), Chemistry (B) – Herschel Grammar School
- GCSEs: 10 Graded 8–7 including English, Maths, and Science – Burnham Grammar School
Experience Summary
Sophia has a strong background tutoring students from KS3 to GCSE level, focusing on Maths and Further Maths. She has supported learners through personalised one-to-one sessions and tailored interventions, developing patience, clear communication, and adaptive teaching strategies. Her experience abroad as a camp counsellor working with neurodivergent children further highlights her ability to manage diverse needs in challenging environments.
- Tutor at My Tutor, delivering one-on-one GCSE Maths tuition and exam preparation tailored to individual student needs.
- Teaching Assistant at AE Tuition, supporting children aged 7–11 to prepare for the 11+ exam with structured learning interventions.
- Camp Counsellor in the USA, supporting neurodivergent children and managing large groups in a fast-paced environment.
- Activity Leader at Oxford International Junior Programme, leading groups of international students aged 10–17, enhancing communication and leadership skills.
- Legal Entity Controller intern at Goldman Sachs, developing organisational and analytical skills in a professional setting.
Key Strengths
- Strong mathematical knowledge and ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse learners.
- Patient, calm, and adaptable, with experience supporting neurodivergent children and young people.
- Skilled communicator and mentor, able to build rapport quickly and encourage student confidence.
- Proven leadership and organisational skills developed through tutoring, camps, and university placements.
- Passionate about supporting academic achievement and personal growth in secondary school students.