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Faculty
Zayed UniversityFaculty
Aug. 2025Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab EmiratesInstructor for First Year Experience courses.
Partnerships Specialist
Zayed UniversityPartnerships Specialist
Aug. 2023 - Jul. 2025Dubai, United Arab EmiratesLed the design and delivery of two flagship First Year Experience (FYE) courses focused on academic foundations and workplace readiness. Developed innovative assessments and experiential learning opportunities that bridge academia and industry, embedding a future-focused skills framework across both courses. - Designed impactful learning experiences in collaboration with leading industry partners - Integrated personal branding, career exploration, and professional communication into the curriculum - Built strong partnerships to co-create high-impact opportunities for students and employers
Foundation Programme Leader
Abu Dhabi Vocational Education and Training Institute (ADVETI)Foundation Programme Leader
Aug. 2022 - Jul. 2023Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesAdeptly led meetings, coordinated with team members, and skillfully delegated tasks to foster educational excellence. Developed engaging materials catering to diverse learning needs, while utilizing data analysis to inform strategic decisions. Dynamic presentations conveyed educational strategies, and my role in creating comprehensive assessments ensured students' progress and success.
English Faculty
Abu Dhabi Vocational Education and Training Institute (ADVETI)English Faculty
Aug. 2021 - Jul. 2023Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesMany of the students I taught were young Emiratis preparing for EmSAT exams. I tailored my instruction to ensure comprehensive preparation for these essential assessments, combining language proficiency with the specific skills needed for EmSAT success. I taught students and contributed to the curriculum development of Foundation programs, Diplomas, and Advanced Diplomas. This diverse experience provided me with a deep understanding of young Emirati learners' diverse needs and effective pedagogical approaches for different educational levels. By integrating language learning into vocational contexts, I enhanced their employability and career prospects.
Blogger
TeachingEnglish British Council BBCBlogger
Dec. 2020 - Aug. 2025My articles dive deep into innovative classroom strategies, advanced teaching methodologies, and effective assessment approaches, designed to empower fellow educators in creating impactful learning environments. Join me in building a vibrant community of practice where we exchange insights, elevate ESL instruction, and collectively enhance the art of teaching.
Lead Teacher
Al Najah Private SchoolLead Teacher
Jan. 2019 - Jul. 2021Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesDelivering English lessons to young learners in a private school. I liaised with subject teachers, parents and senior management. I provided leadership, mentoring and support to Grade 5 teachers.
Teaching and Learning Coordinator
Grafton CollegeTeaching and Learning Coordinator
Mar. 2018 - Dec. 2018DublinI coordinated and monitored the individual academic pathways of learners. I designed and delivered workshops on key learning support issues, study skills and remedial pathways for learners. Other duties included coordinating, tracking, recording and reporting learners' progress.
English Language Teacher/ Overseas Teacher Course Tutor/ TIE Examiner
Alpha College of EnglishEnglish Language Teacher/ Overseas Teacher Course Tutor/ TIE Examiner
Jun. 2014 - Apr. 2018DublinWorking alongside a vibrant stream of professionals we share the common goal of self development and awareness as well as overseeing and managing our students' development on many levels. At Alpha College we share classes by team-teaching whereby I design, write and utilize lesson plans conforming to the school’s curriculum while also collaborating with other staff members to ensure a smooth transition of classes. English language classes are organised and delivered to classes of young adults and above and classes range from General English, Business English, ESP, EAP and exam-focused English. As an EL Teacher I embrace a combination of Communicative, Humanistic and Task-Based Learning teaching approaches. I strive for a vibrant yet relaxed classroom atmosphere where students readily interact and feel comfortable enough to make mistakes.
English Second Language Instructor
Kazinczy High School and CollegeEnglish Second Language Instructor
Mar. 2014 - May. 2014Győr-Moson-Sopron, Hungary
English Second Language Instructor
CENSA MedellínEnglish Second Language Instructor
May. 2012 - Aug. 2012Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia

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