MUHAMMAD TARIQ
DP, IGCSE, IAL Biology / Lower Secondary / MYP Science Teacher | Middle & High School | 8 Years of Experience
Muscat, Oman | Mobile: +96876213294 | WhatsApp | tariq.biotech639@gmail.com | Wechat: Mjtariq639
www.linkedin.com/in/mtariq639 | Website
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dedicated Biology and Science Teacher with 8 years of international teaching experience across IB (MYP & DP) and Cambridge curricula, currently at Ellesmere Muscat International School, Oman. designing inquiry-based, concept-driven lessons that foster genuine understanding among multicultural student cohorts from China, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Oman, and Pakistan. With a BSc Biotechnology and active research background, bringing scientific thinking into every classroom. Committed to student wellbeing, inclusive pedagogy, and continuous professional growth.
CORE COMPETENCIES
▸ IB DP & MYP Biology / Science ▸ Concept-Based & Inquiry Learning ▸ ATL Skills Development
▸ IGCSE, IAS, IAL, Combined Science ▸ Differentiated Instruction ▸ Classroom Management
▸ Data-Driven Formative Assessment ▸ Laboratory Management & Safety ▸ Multicultural Classroom Leadership
▸ Educational Technology Integration ▸ Student Wellbeing & Mentoring ▸ Curriculum Design & Unit Planning
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
DP Biology & MYP Science Teacher | Ellesmere Muscat International School (IB,GED)
Aug 2025 – Present • Muscat, Oman
Design and deliver inquiry-based IB DP Biology and MYP Science lessons using concept-based learning frameworks, embedding ATL skills and the IB Learner Profile into daily instruction.
Integrate digital tools, simulations, and data-analysis tasks to deepen conceptual understanding and raise Internal Assessment quality.
Employ differentiated strategies to support mixed-ability and multilingual learners; provide targeted, timely feedback to drive mastery of complex biological concepts.
Serve as Homeroom Teacher for Grade 7, managing pastoral support, parent communication, and social-emotional development.
Collaborate with the Science department on curriculum alignment and cohesive programme delivery across MYP and DP.
Interdisciplinary Science & Biology Instructor | Kasetsart University Laboratory School (UK Curriculum)
Oct 2024 – Jul 2025 • Bangkok, Thailand
Delivered engaging, curriculum-aligned Science and Biology lessons to classes of 20+ students, achieving a 95% student satisfaction rating on end-of-term surveys.
Implemented weekly formative assessments and data-informed differentiation, resulting in a 10% improvement in average test scores across the cohort.
Mentored students academically and personally; actively participated in cross-curricular activities, events, and professional development.
Science & Biology Teacher | Montfort College (Cambridge Curriculum)
Jun 2022 – Oct 2024 • Chiang Mai, Thailand
Delivered Cambridge Biology and Science courses using inquiry-based and practical approaches, achieving a 15% increase in end-of-year examination pass rates.
Designed hands-on laboratory experiments that built students’ practical scientific skills and experimental design capabilities.
Maintained organised, positive classroom environments; collaborated closely with parents to monitor and support student progress.
Research Assistant – Fish Diseases & Microbiology | Chulalongkorn University Jan 2021 – Jun 2022 • Bangkok, Thailand
Co-authored peer-reviewed research on immunoinformatics-based mRNA vaccine design against Vibrio harveyi infection in fish.
Performed DNA analysis, pathogen identification (LAMP technique), and data interpretation in a collaborative laboratory.
Science & Biology Teacher | Talash Institute of Modern Education Sep 2018 – Jan 2021 • Lower Dir, Pakistan
Conducted hands-on experiments and inquiry-driven lessons, integrating technology to enhance student engagement and achievement.
Developed curriculum-aligned assessments and collaborated with parents to monitor student progress and wellbeing.
EDUCATION
BSc (Hons) Biotechnology 2014 – 2018 University of Malakand, Chakdara, Pakistan
(TEFL) – 120 Hours, Distinction May 2025 Teacher Record
PGCEi (Expected Completion) Nov 2026 Canterbury Christ Church University
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & CERTIFICATIONS
IB Biology Category 2 Workshop International Baccalaureate.org Nov 2025
General Qualification Teacher Development Program Rosedale Global High School, Canda Jun 2025
HarvardX – Leaders of Learning Harvard University (edX) May 2025
Safeguarding Young People for International Schools TES / EduCare Nov 2025
Child Protection Basics for International Schools TES / EduCare Oct 2025
Children’s Mental Wellbeing for International Schools TES / EduCare Nov 2025
Health and Safety for International Schools TES / EduCare Nov 2025
Preventing Bullying for International Schools TES / EduCare Nov 2025
Staying Safe Online for International Schools TES / EduCare Nov 2025
Sustainable Infrastructure (Post-COVID) Asian Development Bank Institute May 2025
Gender Integration in Health Programs Asian Development Bank Institute May 2025
PUBLICATION
Islam, S.I., Mou, M.J., Sanjida, S., Tariq, M., Nasir, S. & Mahfuj, S. (2022). Designing a novel mRNA vaccine against Vibrio harveyi infection in fish: an immunoinformatics approach.
HONOURS & SCHOLARSHIPS
ASEAN Non-ASEAN Scholarship – Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Biotechnology for Life Sciences Scholarship – University of Rijeka, Croatia
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program Award – Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL), Mexico
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: English (Professional Proficiency), Urdu/Pashto (Native), Nationality: Pakistani
Interests: Cricket (competitive), fitness training, community social work Tech Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Google Classroom, Zoom/Skype, Learning Management System, Toddle
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