Salma Kulmiye

Plan and deliver carefully structured Mathematics lessons for KS3 and KS4 classes, with a strong focus on anticipating, surfacing and addressing common misconceptions. Design differentiated worksheets and learning activities to support varying levels of prior attainment and enable all pupils to make progress and reach their potential in Mathematics. Use diagnostic questioning and formative assessment to identify misconceptions and adapt teaching accordingly.

Deliver targeted morning intervention sessions for Year 10 Foundation and Higher GCSE students.

Teach First Trainee Teacher of Mathematics - Three Rivers Academy - Surrey

(2025-11)

• Plan and deliver carefully structured Mathematics lessons for KS3 and KS4 classes, with a strong focus on anticipating, surfacing and addressing common misconceptions. Design differentiated worksheets and learning activities to support varying levels of prior attainment and enable all pupils to make progress and reach their potential in Mathematics.
• Use diagnostic questioning and formative assessment to identify misconceptions and adapt teaching accordingly.
• Deliver targeted morning intervention sessions for Year 10 Foundation and Higher GCSE students.
• Regularly analyse pupil work and assessment data to address gaps in understanding and improve progress.
• Adapt teaching for pupils with SEND and varying levels of prior attainment.
• Establish clear classroom routines and high expectations to maximise participation and learning.
• Completed a contrasting school placement, planning and delivering Mathematics lessons across different year groups and attainment ranges while observing a variety of teaching approaches and classroom contexts.
• Work closely with colleagues to collaboratively plan lessons, assess pupil progress and share effective practice.

GCSE Mathematics Tutor

(2025-03)

• Provide one-to-one Mathematics tuition to Year 10 and Year 11 students preparing for GCSE examinations.
• Plan personalised sessions based on individual strengths, weaknesses and assessment outcomes.
• Identify misconceptions and gaps in knowledge through targeted questioning and regular retrieval practice.
• Support students in improving confidence, mathematical reasoning and examination technique.

Subject Knowledge Enhancement (Mathematics) - Eureka Academy

(2025-06 - 2025-08)

• Completed an intensive Mathematics Subject Knowledge Enhancement programme prior to commencing teacher training.
• Developed secure subject knowledge across key secondary Mathematics topics, including algebra, geometry, ratio, statistics and number.
• Explored common pupil misconceptions and effective strategies for addressing them in the classroom.
• Strengthened understanding of mathematical representations, explanations and sequencing to support pupil learning.
• Applied subject knowledge to lesson planning and curriculum delivery during initial teacher training.

Active Savings Intern - Hargreaves Lansdown

(2025-06 - 2025-07)

• Developed an understanding of financial products, customer service processes and regulated working environments.
• Worked collaboratively with colleagues to support operational tasks and deliver positive customer outcomes.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, organisation and professional communication skills.

Bachelor of Arts - Economics - University of the West of England

PGCert - Sheffield Hallam University (2026-07)