ALICIA KOORTS
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in fostering student-centred learning through interactive teaching methods and creative questioning. Skilled in accommodating diverse classroom settings, including special needs students, by implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and promoting a positive learning environment. Proficient in project-based and inquiry-based learning strategies. Committed to cultivating critical thinking and creative problem-solving while leveraging innovative teaching techniques to inspire academic growth. Strong leadership and mentorship abilities, coupled with excellent communication skills. Demonstrates proficiency in curriculum development and classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment. Committed to inspiring students and achieving academic success through innovative teaching methods.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Grade 4 ELA Lead Teacher
Abu Dhabi International School
Abu Dhabi, UAE
04.2024 - Current
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, ensuring a conducive learning atmosphere for six grade 4 classes.
- Managed classroom resources efficiently, ensuring materials were readily available.
- Adapted teaching methods to cater to varied learning styles and abilities.
- Fostered a culture of inclusivity through promoting respect and understanding in classrooms.
- Ensured adherence to national education standards whilst delivering curriculum content effectively.
- Created engaging lesson plans using multimedia resources that stimulated students' curiosity.
- Maintained open communication channels with parents for consistent child progress feedback.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, aiding their transition into the role smoothly.
- Developed teaching strategies by incorporating technology into the curriculum.
- Enhanced student engagement with innovative lesson planning.
- Participated in continuing professional development courses for up-to-date educational practices and policies.
- Facilitated parent-teacher meetings to discuss children's academic progress and behavioural issues.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practice strategies within educational settings.
- Planned curriculum delivery to achieve department attainment targets.
- Engaged parents with student learning pathways to build additional support and encouragement.
- Performed assessments on each child and documented results.
- Worked closely with colleagues to implement cross-curricular projects that engaged students in comprehensive learning experiences.
- Provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Utilised ICT tools, enhanced interactive learning experience in classrooms.
- Collaborated with special education professionals to cater to the needs of differently-abled pupils in regular classrooms.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their growth and achievements.
- Created an inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
- Boosted students' reading comprehension with creative teaching strategies.
- Tailored homework assignments according to individual student ability level, increased understanding of complex concepts.
- Integrated technology into lessons to make subjects more appealing to today's tech-savvy students.
- Prepared stimulating classroom displays, encouraged student creativity and interest in subject matter.
Homeroom Teacher
Virginia International Private School
Abu Dhabi, UAE
09.2021 - 01.2024
- Homeroom teacher to grade 4 (2022-2024), teaching Math, English, Science, Moral Education, Social Studies, RWI, Art, ICT and Music; performing all administrative duties associated with the role.
- Form tutor and Math Teacher for a grade 5 class (2021-2022), performing all administrative duties associated with the role.
- Teaching Math to four grade 5 classes.
- Planning, preparing, and delivering lessons: differentiating tasks to ensure student growth and progress.
- Providing educational and social guidance to students and advice in areas where needed.
- Cultivating lessons around student engagement, providing a safe learning environment.
- Providing blended lessons with students in class and online ensures balanced interactions and student group activities.
- Planning the Science and English curriculum for the academic year for Grade 4 based on the Virginia Standards of learning.
- Planning the Math curriculum for the academic year for Grade 5 based on the Virginia Standards of learning.
- Collaborating with parents, guardians, and support workers to safeguard and ensure the educational welfare of students who may have Special Educational Needs (SEND).
- Administrative duties required by the school.
- Collaborating with parents or guardians to ensure progress, support and extension for students when required.
- Making use of digital platforms to enhance learning in school and at home.
Classroom Teacher
GEMS Founders Al Mizhar
Dubai
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Classroom Teacher for year 6 Teaching: English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Moral Education, and PSHE.
- Planning, preparing, and delivering lessons for all subjects: Differentiating tasks to ensure student growth and progress.
- Providing educational and social guidance to students and advice in areas where needed.
Teacher Trainee
The Cambridge High School
Abu Dhabi
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Teaching the following years and classes: Years 7-10; PSE (Psychological, Social and Emotional Development), Learning to Learn, Geography, Business Studies.
- Planned and executed activities to promote problem solving, critical thinking and creative thinking development.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Developed programs to work with students and increase interest in higher learning.
- Fostered a successful instructional environment to ensure individual student success while educating in student centred teaching.
- Collaborating with different class teachers to ensure cross-education and curriculum is followed.
Education
MASTER'S - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
Geneva Business School
IPGC - TEACHING PRACTICE PROGRAM
Tellal Institute
TEFL - Teaching English as a foreign language
I-to-I
United Kingdom 05.2019 - 07.2019
MASTER'S - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Swiss Business School
BSC HONORS - HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management
Skills
- Student-centred learning
- Effective time management
- Diverse classroom settings
- Interactive teaching/learning
- Project-based learning
- Creative Questioning
- Critical Thinking
- Special needs accommodation
- Individual Education Plans (IEP)
- Positive learning environment
- Inquiry-based learning
- Creative learning strategies
- Data management
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Digital Communication Skills
Certification
- Mavericks Project-Based Learning
- Proven Practices to Engage Multilingual Learners
- Dyslexia training levels 1,2, and 3
- Technology in the classroom
Affiliations
- Traveling
- Reading
- Podcasting
Volunteering and PD's
- Questioning for Differentiation
- Moral education/ My identity
- Assessment and use of data
- Collaborative planning
- Providing blended lessons
- Ensure balanced interactions and student group activities
- Collaborating with parents, guardians, and support workers to safeguard and ensure the educational welfare of students who may have Special Educational Needs (SEND)
- Administrative duties completed as per school requirements
- Class management strategies
- Activity-based differentiation
- Assessment for and of learning
- RWI teaching and assessing students
- Class Dojo Mentor
- Scientific thinkers in an Inquiry-Based Classroom
- Online platforms training
Languages
English
Native
Afrikaans
Native
Arabic
Beginner
Timeline
Grade 4 ELA Lead Teacher
Abu Dhabi International School
04.2024 - Current
Homeroom Teacher
Virginia International Private School
09.2021 - 01.2024
Classroom Teacher
GEMS Founders Al Mizhar
08.2019 - 07.2021
TEFL - Teaching English as a foreign language
I-to-I
05.2019 - 07.2019
Teacher Trainee
The Cambridge High School
09.2018 - 07.2019
IPGC - TEACHING PRACTICE PROGRAM
Tellal Institute
MASTER'S - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Swiss Business School
BSC HONORS - HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management
MASTER'S - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
Geneva Business School
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