Trainee English Teacher - Ruth

Ruth has built her career around education, combining over 15 years of experience in libraries, learning centres, and classrooms. Currently teaching English at an independent school in Carlisle, she delivers creative projects such as a marketing campaign that develops persuasive writing, public speaking, and research skills. She also supports sixth form students through one-to-one mentoring, helping with organisation and GCSE resits.

Chinaza is an aspiring mathematics teacher with strong subject knowledge and a clear commitment to education. She holds a First Class B.Agric in Soil Science from the University of Nigeria and an MSc in Environment and Global Development from the University of East Anglia, graduating with Distinction. She is now pursuing further postgraduate study in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Birmingham. Her academic background spans advanced mathematics, statistics, and applied sciences, supported by practical teaching roles in Nigeria and the UK. She has experience as a teaching assistant in schools and colleges, as well as private tutoring, where she consistently improved student performance by tailoring lessons and using interactive methods.

Adrian brings a strong foundation in fine art, design, and creative education, supported by a BA in Fine and Applied Arts and a Master’s in Graphic Design and Branding. Her teaching experience spans secondary school art roles in both the UK and overseas, as well as extensive cover supervision across primary and secondary settings. She has worked in art galleries, facilitated workshops, and delivered design lessons that blend practical skills with creative thinking.

Ade is progressing towards a career in secondary mathematics teaching, building on a strong academic foundation in aerospace and mechanical engineering. He has been teaching mathematics online since 2017, creating accessible explanations of complex topics and using relatable examples to engage learners. Ade’s subject knowledge spans the full secondary curriculum, with particular strength in algebra and calculus. He sets high expectations in learning, encourages peer review, and tailors support to student needs. Areas for development include refining formative and summative assessment practice and deepening classroom-based pedagogical approaches. Ade’s technical background, coupled with his teaching experience, positions him to bring real-world STEM applications into the classroom, fostering both understanding and enthusiasm for mathematics.