Tyulay Ali

Reflective and motivated Secondary Mathematics Teacher (ECT) with strong subject knowledge, consistent behaviour management, and a deep commitment to inclusive, high-quality teaching.

Completed Teach

First SCITT training in July 2025, gaining broad experience across KS3 and KS4 with secure expertise in curriculum sequencing, assessment, and adaptive teaching. Skilled in removing barriers to learning for EAL pupils, with a proven track record across secondary, further education, and international settings. Dedicated to building calm, purposeful classrooms where every pupil can thrive and achieve.

SECONDARY MATHEMATICS TRAINEE TEACHER (SCITT – TEACH FIRST) at Duke's Aldridge Academy (2024-09 – 2025-07)

• Planned and delivered well-structured, inclusive mathematics lessons across KS3 and KS4, aligned with school schemes of learning and national curriculum expectations.
• Established consistent routines and high expectations, contributing to a calm, respectful and focused learning environment.
• Used formative assessment, questioning and feedback to identify misconceptions and adjust teaching responsively to close gaps in knowledge.
• Adapted instruction and resources for EAL learners using scaffolding, clear modelling and explicit teaching of mathematical vocabulary.
• Collaborated with the mathematics department to review curriculum plans, share best practice and engage in reflective observation.

ESOL TUTOR at College of Northwest London (2023-09 – 2024-06)

• Delivered language-focused lessons to support learners' access to mainstream curriculum content.
• Developed academic vocabulary, reading comprehension and oral communication skills across subject areas.
• Assessed progress regularly and provided clear, actionable feedback to support next steps.

ESOL LECTURER at City and Islington College (2021-09 – 2022-06)

• Delivered high-quality ESOL programmes to adult learners across Entry to Level 2.
• Designed bespoke learning materials, tracked progress against learning goals, and supported learners to progress to further study or employment.

ESOL TEACHER at American Cultural Association Language School (2011-09 – 2012-06)

• Delivered engaging general and exam-focused ESL lessons for adult learners, supporting fluency and confidence.

ESOL TEACHER at Kultur Secondary School (2008-09 – 2009-06)

• Designed age-appropriate ESL lessons linked to cross-curricular themes, supporting secondary pupils' academic language development.

QTS Secondary Mathematics (SCITT) in Mathematics Education – Teach First & Duke's Aldridge Academy (2024-09 – 2025-07)

PGCE Cert Ed Post-14 in Education & Training – University of Derby (2020-09 – 2021-06)

MA TESOL & Applied Linguistics in TESOL & Applied Linguistics – London Metropolitan University (2015-09 – 2017-06)

BA English Language Teacher Education in English Language Teacher Education – Uludağ University (2004-09 – 2008-06)