Meet the Team

7 years' experience

Qualifications

BSc Chemistry from the University of Hull

I fell in love with chemistry during my A-Level studies and pursued the subject at University. During this time, I spent a number of summers working with young people in both the UK and the US. Becoming a teacher was the perfect opportunity to combine both my love of science and working with children.

15 years' experience

Qualifications

BSc Hons in Microbiology
PGCE in Secondary Science

I have taught in a variety of schools both in the UK and Oman, teaching at all Key Stages across Chemistry and Biology.

13 years' experience

Qualifications

BSc (Hons) Sociology
PGCE Secondary Education

With 13 years of teaching experience and a background in leading youth projects to enhance life opportunities, I am a published author on fostering classroom respect and tolerance. As Managing Director, I oversee national ambassador programs and diversity initiatives, partnering with schools across the UK to drive positive change and inclusivity.

Qualifications

BSc (Hons) Geography from Ulster University
PGCE in Secondary Geography with QTS from Edge Hill University

4 years' experience

I am a passionate Geography teacher and experienced subject leader from Ireland. I have four years of experience teaching KS3 and GCSE Geography in Liverpool and Doha. I take pride in creating engaging lessons that inspire curiosity about the world. With a love for travel, I enjoy sharing my experiences, making Geography come alive in the classroom. I'm excited to join the USI team and continue to nurture young minds.

7 years' experience

Qualifications

BA Hons in History, University of Plymouth
PGCE, Liverpool Hope University

I am from Plymouth, UK but have been in Qatar for 4 years. I have taught KS3,4 and 5 History in the UK and Qatar, as well as Qatar History. I have been an exam marker for Edexcel for 3 years at GCSE level. In my previous school, I was Head of House for 2 years.

Qualifications

BA Hons Computer Animation and Masters degree in Sequential Design
PGCE in ICT with QTS

14 years' experience

I am a very passionate teacher with 14 years of experience teaching and leading ICT, Business, Digital Media and Computer Science at KS3, 4 and 5. Outside of school I am a practising artist. I have painted a public mural in 5/6 Park, Doha and took part in Cass Art Qatar’s live painting event at the Doha Fire Station. I love working in a learning environment where rapid academic progression is facilitated by world-class educational facilities, and ambitious globally minded students and colleagues.

Qualifications: 

Degree in Computer Science
PGCE specialising in Computer Science

6 years' teaching experience

I’m an experienced educator with six years in the field, specialising in Computer Science. I’ve had the privilege of serving as Head of Computer Science in the UK and have also extended my expertise to the Middle East. My approach blends professional rigour with engaging teaching methods, making learning not just productive but enjoyable too. I look forward to welcoming the younger generation to the future of technology.

Qualifications

BA Hons Drama & Theatre Studies - Southbank University
Postgraduate Certificate in Education

8 years' experience

Having grown up in East London, I’ve experienced teaching at multiple academies around London. I later spent 18 months teaching drama in Dubai to international students, which was an incredible experience that I really enjoyed. As a head of department at my most recent school, I value the skills that drama can teach very highly, and continue to promote this at USI. Working at USI gives me the opportunity to build the foundations of the drama department together with our students.

Qualifications

BA in Drama from Loughborough University
PGCE from UCL Institute of Education

I finished my two year ECT training at Rooks Heath School as a Secondary Drama and English Teacher, where I was recently promoted to a KS3 Drama Coordinator lead. I am a Drama with English BA Graduate from Loughborough University, where I completed a nine-month placement in Germany (2017) as an English Language Assistant. I was then a Learning Support Assistant at The Crest Academy for two years (2019) and decided to complete my PGCE English and Drama at UCL (IoE) soon after.