I am a friendly, results-oriented educator and writer with a physics background. I design engaging curricula and e-learning experiences, mentor learners and colleagues, and lead multiple projects from lab demonstrations to extra-curricular activities. I love translating complex topics into accessible learning and collaborating with teams to create impactful educational resources. Beyond teaching, I develop instructional design materials for ed-tech, co-author school books, and share ideas on my YouTube channel about math and game design philosophy. I enjoy exploring new tools and approaches to help learners of all ages enjoy and master science and mathematics. Outside of the education sector, I am a gaming fanatic, and run a youtube channel on the mathematics of game design (@dungeonacademics)…

Thomas S. Lambert

I am a friendly, results-oriented educator and writer with a physics background. I design engaging curricula and e-learning experiences, mentor learners and colleagues, and lead multiple projects from lab demonstrations to extra-curricular activities. I love translating complex topics into accessible learning and collaborating with teams to create impactful educational resources. Beyond teaching, I develop instructional design materials for ed-tech, co-author school books, and share ideas on my YouTube channel about math and game design philosophy. I enjoy exploring new tools and approaches to help learners of all ages enjoy and master science and mathematics. Outside of the education sector, I am a gaming fanatic, and run a youtube channel on the mathematics of game design (@dungeonacademics)…

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I am a friendly, results-oriented educator and writer with a physics background. I design engaging curricula and e-learning experiences, mentor learners and colleagues, and lead multiple projects from lab demonstrations to extra-curricular activities. I love translating complex topics into accessible learning and collaborating with teams to create impactful educational resources.

Beyond teaching, I develop instructional design materials for ed-tech, co-author school books, and share ideas on my YouTube channel about math and game design philosophy. I enjoy exploring new tools and approaches to help learners of all ages enjoy and master science and mathematics.

Outside of the education sector, I am a gaming fanatic, and run a youtube channel on the mathematics of game design (@dungeonacademics)

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Skills

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Language

English
Fluent
Finnish
Intermediate
Swedish
Beginner

Work Experience

Science and Mathematics Teacher at International School of Helsinki
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Taught IB MYP/DP Maths, Physics and Science; pastoral responsibilities; supported extra-curricular events; created learning materials and schemes of work; ran a D&D group for students.
Mathematics and ICT Teacher at Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Lecturing for face-to-face and remote learning courses in business maths and business ICT for the global bachelor's in business administration unit.
Mathematics and Physics Teacher at International School of Vantaa
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Teaching maths and physics for grades 6-9; pastoral responsibilities for a 7th grade homeroom group; ran a Dungeons and Dragons group for students.
Instructional Designer at Bitville Oy (ed-tech)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Wrote and designed e-learning courses for business, covering topics such as 5G networks, GDPR compliance and accounting reporting procedures. Responsibilities also included project planning, bid writing, Kanban leadership.
Freelance Pedagogical Consultant at Uplus / 3D Bear (ed-tech) and Playmore Games
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
One-on-one tutoring, curriculum and learning plan development (Ed-tech); instructional design and lesson plan design; writing online learning materials for gaming; graphics and diagrams for guides.
Mathematics and Physics Teacher (IB) at Kannaksen Lukio, Lahti
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
IB curriculum implementation; standard- and higher-level physics; contributed to development of IB procedures.
Mathematics, Physics and Classroom Teacher at Various schools in the UK and Finland
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2014
Teaching maths and physics; IB program involvement; pastoral duties; collaboration with international schools.
Retail & Customer Service at Retail, Games Workshop
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2004
Retail, customer service, stock management; teaching hobbies and skills; general shop duties.
Adult Language Tutor & Business English Consultant at Kevin International Oy
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2005
Adult language tutoring, professional development; business English coaching; document review (CVs, etc.).
Science and Mathematics teacher (IB MYP/DP) at International School of Helsinki
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Taught IB MYP/DP mathematics, physics and science; developed learning programs; supported learners and colleagues; assessed progress and mentored students; provided pastoral and wellbeing support; managed multiple parallel projects; set up lab experiments and demonstrations; ran extra-curricular activities.
Freelance Pedagogical Consultant at UpPlus (Ed-tech)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
One-on-one tutoring; curriculum and learning plan development for Ed-tech projects.
Adult language tutor and Business English consultant at Kevin International Oy
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2005
Developing business English skills for professionals; reviewing documents and CVs; ESL and EFL mentoring.
Mathematics, Physics, and classroom teacher at Various schools in the UK and Finland
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2014
Taught mathematics, physics and classroom instruction; included IB DP teaching at the International School of Vantaa, KSYK, etc.
Retail, Games Workshop Customer Service, stock management, teaching painting and other hobby skills at Various Retail & Games Workshop roles
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2004
Retail/customer service; stock management; teaching painting and hobby skills.

Education

PGCE Mathematics at University of Wales Swansea
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003
BSc Hons Pure and Applied Physics at University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2002
BSc Hons Pure and Applied Physics at University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2002
Postgraduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) - Mathematics at University of Wales Swansea
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003

Qualifications

PGCE Mathematics
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003
BSc Hons Pure and Applied Physics
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2002
PGCE Mathematics (University of Wales Swansea)
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet

Skills

Experience Level