I am a 24-year-old mathematics graduate and experienced teacher/tutor seeking a rewarding new career path where I can make a difference through my high standards approach to work, adaptability and quick learning, and my ability to stay motivated, calm and productive under pressure. I pride myself on being an excellent communicator and thrive in team settings, whether contributing or leading. I have delivered engaging maths lessons, trained colleagues, mentored students, and helped learners overcome maths anxiety to achieve solid exam results, while also contributing to curriculum design and staff development.…

Thomas Gillow

I am a 24-year-old mathematics graduate and experienced teacher/tutor seeking a rewarding new career path where I can make a difference through my high standards approach to work, adaptability and quick learning, and my ability to stay motivated, calm and productive under pressure. I pride myself on being an excellent communicator and thrive in team settings, whether contributing or leading. I have delivered engaging maths lessons, trained colleagues, mentored students, and helped learners overcome maths anxiety to achieve solid exam results, while also contributing to curriculum design and staff development.…

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I am a 24-year-old mathematics graduate and experienced teacher/tutor seeking a rewarding new career path where I can make a difference through my high standards approach to work, adaptability and quick learning, and my ability to stay motivated, calm and productive under pressure.

I pride myself on being an excellent communicator and thrive in team settings, whether contributing or leading. I have delivered engaging maths lessons, trained colleagues, mentored students, and helped learners overcome maths anxiety to achieve solid exam results, while also contributing to curriculum design and staff development.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lecturer: Maths at Milton Keynes College
September 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Taught GCSE maths and functional skills to post-16 students, planning and delivering engaging lessons for class sizes of 18–24. Communicated with parents/carers and staff via MS Teams/Outlook, assisted with training new members of the maths team, ran CPD sessions, and supported interviewing of potential new lecturers. Additionally acted as an assessor and IV for entry-level functional skills papers; managed administrative tasks including lesson planning, Sharepoint collaboration, and setting up student logins for Mathswatch and revision platforms. Between Nov 2024 and Mar 2025 led the MEI FE Maths Challenge college rounds and finals to provide a curricular revision alternative.
Private Tutoring (Self-employment) at Self-employed
August 1, 2019 - Present
Provided one-to-one GCSE/KS3 maths tutoring both online and in-person, with personalised lesson plans, a focus on building self-confidence, and a track record of helping students achieve exam success. Developed custom spreadsheets using a red/amber/green colour code to organise topics and monitor progress.
Private Tutor at Self-employed
August 1, 2019 - Present
GCSE/KS3 maths tutoring (online and in-person) since Aug 2019; provided personalised, step-by-step explanations; achieved a 100% exam pass rate; created customised spreadsheets with red/amber/green topic tracking to support structured revision and build student confidence.

Education

BSc (Hons) Mathematics - First-class Honours at The Open University
January 11, 2030 - July 31, 2025
Level 3 Award in Education and Training at InspirED Associates Ltd
February 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
A Levels at Shenley Brook End School Sixth Form
September 1, 2017 - June 1, 2019
BSc (Hons) Mathematics - First-class Honours at The Open University
January 11, 2030 - July 31, 2025
Level 3 Award in Education and Training at InspirED Associates Ltd
February 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
A Levels at Shenley Brook End School Sixth Form
September 1, 2017 - June 1, 2019

Qualifications

Level 3 Award in Education and Training
February 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
Level 3 Award in Education and Training
February 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services