Nicholas Lock

I am a compassionate and dedicated teacher with 6 years of teaching experience in Qatar. Above all, I believe that teaching is not simply a profession. Rather, it is a calling that allows me to share my knowledge and help others learn and grow.

My approach is student-centered with a touch of humor. I adapt my instruction to meet their unique needs while fostering an environment where they can feel comfortable taking risks and making mistakes. In addition to having strong classroom management skills, I have a proven track record of developing engaging curricula tailored for students at different levels.

Ultimately, I view teaching as an opportunity not only to impart important academic knowledge but instill lifelong values such as curiosity, resilience, and compassion. I believe I will be a good fit to your school.

Current teaching position

Year 4 Home Teacher at Loydence Academy

Subjects I’m teaching: English Literacy, Math, Science and Social Studies

Gems American Academy Grade 3 Homeroom teacher

Subjects I am teaching is Math, Reading and Writing workshop, Science, Qatar History and Social Studies.

Doha Academy Salwa Year 7 Homeroom teacher

September 2019 – March 2020

I was the Homeroom teacher for Year 7 Boys.

Subjects taught English, Math, Science, History, Geography and Art

Newton British School Barwa city Year 5 Homeroom teacher

January 2019- June 2019

I was the Homeroom teacher for Year 5.

Subjects taught English, Math, Science, History, Geography

Edison International Academy Year 4 and 5 Homeroom teacher

January 2016- June 2018

I was the Homeroom teacher for Year 4 and 5.

Subjects taught English, Math, Science, History, Geography and Art ECA: health and fitness club after school

South African teaching experience

Topolino Private School Langebaan

January 2015-December 2016

Subjects Taught: Grade 4 English and PE, Grade 5 Mathematics Grade 6 Social Studies

Coaching: Rugby ul11A and Cricket U/11A

WA Joubert Laerskool

January 2014 - December 2014

I was a Grade 5 Homeroom teacher

Subjects taught: English second language, Math, Science, Geography and History. Grade 7 PE

Coaching: Cricket u/13 A and Rugby u/11A

I‘m a B.ED qualified teacher a Cape Peninsula University of Technology Wellington campus. I attained a Certified assessor certificate from the University of North West Universit.