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Shafaque Rahman

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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.

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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I specialize in curriculum development, historical content creation, and educational outreach.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.

  • 5 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • HindiFluent
  • BengaliFluent
  • UrduFluent
  • PersianAdvanced

Industry experience

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

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Work experience· 4 roles

Administrative Consultant & Curriculum Advisor · Elliot Day School (NGO)Mar 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

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 · Odd Compass HistoryJun 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 6 mos

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 · St. Thomas More Catholic School, London, UKNov 2022 – Jul 2023 · 9 mos

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 · Elliot Day School, Kolkata, IndiaAug 2018 – Mar 2020 · 1 yr 8 mos

Education

MA in History · SOAS, University of London2021 – 2022
MA in History · Presidency University, Kolkata2019 – 2021
BA (Honours) in History · Presidency University, Kolkata2030 – 2019

Certifications and awards

Roman Architecture – Yale University (Online)2030 – 2026
Greek and Roman Mythology – University of Pennsylvania (Online)2030 – 2026
Jews, Christians and Muslims in Europe: Modern Challenges – Woolf Institute, Cambridge2030 – 2026
Using Interreligious Dialogue to Strengthen Peace, Reconciliation and Social Cohesion – KAICIID2019 – 2026

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