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Umair Sheikh
IGCSE Edexcel & CAIE Physics Teacher
Biography
Mr. Umair Sheikh brings a rare and powerful combination of academic expertise and real-world industry insight to his Physics classroom. With 15 years of dedicated teaching experience and a 26-year professional background spanning mechanical and aerospace engineering, he transforms complex Physics concepts into clear, practical, and fascinating lessons that students can truly connect with.
Currently teaching Edexcel, CAIE and AQA Physics at Centaurus, L'École Mondiale and Nexus, and having previously taught at Adabistan-e-Soophia and Rosans Islamic School, Mr. Umair has guided more than 3,000 learners through Edexcel and Cambridge (CAIE) IGCSE Physics. His students consistently achieve exceptional results, with an outstanding 92% securing A or A* grades.
Teaching Highlights
92%
A / A* Success Rate
15+ Years
Edexcel & CAIE Experience
3,000+
Students Taught
15+ Years
Engineering Industry Experience
Subjects & Levels
Teaching Approach
Draws on 15+ years in mechanical and aerospace engineering to connect Physics theory to real-world industry applications, making abstract concepts tangible.
Extensive Edexcel and CAIE past paper practice and mark scheme breakdowns to help students maximize scoring accuracy in exams.
Uses real-life engineering examples and demonstrations to spark curiosity and keep students actively engaged with Physics concepts.
Provides individual mentoring and targeted feedback so each student builds both exam technique and genuine understanding.
Professional Experience
Physics Teacher (A-Levels, IGCSE)Centaurus, L'École Mondiale, Nexus | 2023 – Present
Teaching Physics for A-Levels and IGCSE across Edexcel, CAIE and AQA boards.
Physics Teacher (IGCSE/O-Level, all grades)Adabistan-e-Soophia & L'École Mondiale | 2020 – 2022
Taught Physics across all grade levels for IGCSE and O-Level students.
Physics Teacher (O-Level, all grades)Rosans Islamic School (Paragon Campus) | 2017 – 2020
Taught Physics across all grade levels at O-Level.
Islamiat Teacher (O-Levels)The City School, Shalimar Campus | 2011 – 2012
Taught O-Level Islamiat.
Character Building LecturerVarious Forums & Schools | 2011 – Present
Delivered character-building lectures to audiences aged 9 to 99 across various forums and schools.
Islamic Studies TeacherAAS HILP / Warid Telecom | 2011 – 2017
Taught Islamic Studies for 6 years while concurrently working in an RM/OS role at Warid Telecom.
Manager, R&D Lab In-Charge (Mech Design Labs, SRDC)SUPARCO, Lahore | 2000 – 2009
Led the R&D Lab and Mechanical Design Labs at SRDC for 9 years.
Maintenance EngineerRemington Pharmaceutical, Lahore | 1999 – 2000
Worked as a Maintenance Engineer in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Education & Qualifications
Aalim Degree (equivalent to M.A.) – 80%
Post-Graduate Aerospace Course – Completed
B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering – 75%
F.Sc. Pre-Engineering (HSSC) – Grade A
Matriculation (SSC) – Grade A
Languages
English
Urdu
Centaurus by the Numbers
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4.6/5
Reviews on Trustpilot
94%
Average grade 8 or 9
4,300+
Students taught worldwide
24+
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