Aldar AcademiesService Learning Coordinator
Jul. 2023 - Jul. 2025Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates● Coordinates, organizes and oversees service-related programming and service delivery; coaches students to plan, implement and coordinate programs, events and activities to develop a culture of community involvement and giving throughout the Yas American American community. ● Actively researches potential service learning opportunities for faculty and students; acts as a liaison with local employers, government agencies, local universities, and community groups in order to build employer relationships and funding opportunities ● Working on securing a Grant from Ma’an to fund our sustainability focused service projects. ● Currently working on designing research to study and improve student motivation through engagement. ● Building a partnership with the The Farms to enhance education in the areas of Sustainability, Engineering, and the UAE’s 2051 food security plans. ● Supporting the launching of Harvest Hope. A school sustainability and outreach project to assist the local community, and support those in need. ● Creating curriculum to be taught by your study skills and service teachers from Grade 6-12 by integrating a cross curricular approach focusing on developing integral 21st century skills, as well standards from Math, Science, English, Social Studies, and Moral Education.