I am a historian and educator with dual Master’s degrees in History from SOAS, University of London, and Presidency University, Kolkata. I bring a strong background in academic research, inclusive education, and heritage-based community initiatives, combining scholarly rigor with creative engagement to make history accessible through teaching, research, and digital media. I specialize in curriculum development, historical content creation, and educational outreach. I have produced independent research for a YouTube channel on niche historical themes, authored research briefs, and led social media content creation to broaden audience engagement. I am committed to advancing inclusive learning and organizing in-person talks and events to share historical insights with diverse audiences.

Shafaque Rahman

I am a historian and educator with dual Master’s degrees in History from SOAS, University of London, and Presidency University, Kolkata. I bring a strong background in academic research, inclusive education, and heritage-based community initiatives, combining scholarly rigor with creative engagement to make history accessible through teaching, research, and digital media. I specialize in curriculum development, historical content creation, and educational outreach. I have produced independent research for a YouTube channel on niche historical themes, authored research briefs, and led social media content creation to broaden audience engagement. I am committed to advancing inclusive learning and organizing in-person talks and events to share historical insights with diverse audiences.

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I am a historian and educator with dual Master’s degrees in History from SOAS, University of London, and Presidency University, Kolkata. I bring a strong background in academic research, inclusive education, and heritage-based community initiatives, combining scholarly rigor with creative engagement to make history accessible through teaching, research, and digital media.

I specialize in curriculum development, historical content creation, and educational outreach. I have produced independent research for a YouTube channel on niche historical themes, authored research briefs, and led social media content creation to broaden audience engagement. I am committed to advancing inclusive learning and organizing in-person talks and events to share historical insights with diverse audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Bengali
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent
Persian
Advanced

Work Experience

Administrative Consultant & Curriculum Advisor at Elliot Day School (NGO)
March 1, 2024 - Present
Oversee academic curriculum design, extracurricular programming, and administrative management; supervise a team of 20 teachers; educate around 300 students from underprivileged communities; lead partnership outreach and institutional networking to advance school development goals.
Lead Researcher at Odd Compass History
June 1, 2023 - Present
Independent researcher and content developer for a YouTube channel focusing on niche historical themes; authored research briefs, collaborated on scriptwriting for engaging, historically accurate animated videos; managed social media content to enhance audience engagement; planned and contributed to in-person events.
SEN Teaching Assistant at St. Thomas More Catholic School, London, UK
November 1, 2022 - July 31, 2023
Provided individual and group support to students with special educational needs; designed and led an after-school Coding Club for SEND students; conducted after-school English classes to strengthen literacy; collaborated with teachers and SEN coordinators to adapt instructional materials for inclusivity.
Teacher at Elliot Day School, Kolkata, India
August 1, 2018 - March 31, 2020
Designed and implemented History and Computer curriculum for secondary school students; organized school events; introduced project-based and technology-assisted learning methods to boost student engagement and academic performance.

Education

MA in History at SOAS, University of London
September 1, 2021 - September 1, 2022
MA in History at Presidency University, Kolkata
June 1, 2019 - July 1, 2021
BA (Honours) in History at Presidency University, Kolkata
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2019

Qualifications

Roman Architecture – Yale University (Online)
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026
Greek and Roman Mythology – University of Pennsylvania (Online)
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026
Jews, Christians and Muslims in Europe: Modern Challenges – Woolf Institute, Cambridge
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026
Using Interreligious Dialogue to Strengthen Peace, Reconciliation and Social Cohesion – KAICIID
January 1, 2019 - January 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services