I find it invigorating, knowing that I am making a difference to the students I teach and their future prospects. Having taught in Billingham for 22 years, Doc decided it was time to spread his wings and cross the Tees! 7 years later and Doc is still loving his time with Middlesbrough College.ĭoc said: “I enjoy every minute in the classroom and hope my students do too. His career there was successful – he received a host of teaching awards including an award for Best Interdisciplinary Teaching at Science on Stage, Berlin! Doc was also invited to meet Prime Minister Tony Blair at 10, Downing Street on two occasions, in acknowledgement of his contributions to science education and he was honoured with an MBE at Buckingham Palace for his contribution to science communication in 2010. As a qualified teacher, Doc landed his first job teaching A-level Biology and A-level Chemistry back in his home town, Billingham. He went on to gain a PhD in Molecular Genetics at Sunderland University and did post-doctoral research and lecturing in genetics and biotechnology.ĭoc decided he wanted to inspire future generations of scientists and trained as a secondary science teacher at Durham University. When Doc was at Sixth Form he studied A Level Biology, Chemistry and Physics and progressed to study Applied Biology at Cardiff University. Local lad Richard Spencer (or Doc as he is affectionately known) is one of Middlesbrough College’s treasures! An award winning teacher, Doc teaches on the A Level Science programmes delivered at Middlesbrough College Sixth Form.
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