Basema Younis
Ras al-Khaimah,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Experienced educator with a strong background in IB curriculum, particularly in Arabic Language for IBDP. Proven ability to drive student success, evidenced by high scores and exceptional assessment feedback. Actively participates as an IBDP examiner and international trainer, sharing knowledge to improve teaching methodologies worldwide. Focused on creating effective strategies that support language proficiency and adhere to IB mission goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
4001
4001
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
MYP+ IB DP Arabic Teacher
Emirates National School-RAK
Ras al-Khaimah, United Arab emirates
01.2017 - 12.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans that adhered to curriculum guidelines and enhanced student learning experiences.
- Implemented innovative teaching methodologies to foster a stimulating classroom environment and promote language acquisition.
- Facilitated cultural exchanges and discussions that encouraged students to explore diverse perspectives and deepen their understanding of Arabic culture.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that integrated language skills across various subjects and improved overall student engagement.
MYP+ IB DP Arabic Teacher
Emirates National School-RAK
01.2017 - 12.2025
Administrative director of the school
AL madienah school
01.2016 - 01.2017
Administrative director of the school
AL madienah school
01.2016 - 01.2017
Arabic language teacher of the International (IB DP)
Cambridge high school
01.2008 - 01.2017
Arabic language teacher of the International (IB DP)
Cambridge high school
01.2008 - 01.2017
Arabic language teacher
Amman Academy
01.2005 - 01.2008
Arabic language teacher
Amman Academy
01.2005 - 01.2008
Arabic language teacher & leadership & Arabic supervisor in the Arabic department
Rosary School
01.1997 - 01.2005
Arabic language teacher & leadership & Arabic supervisor in the Arabic department
Rosary School
01.1997 - 01.2005
Education
Higher Diploma - School administration
University of Jordan
AmmanBA - Arabic Language
University of Jordan
Skills
- Curriculum design and development for IB Arabic programs
- Integrating technology, AI, and educational games into language learning
- Student-centered pedagogy with inquiry-based and creative approaches
- Teacher training, mentoring, and capacity building
- Educational consulting for Arabic language instruction
Certification
- IB & Curriculum Development:
- IB Teaching Course and various educational and administrative courses, Agency, Action, 2024
- Certified for IB Global Conference, Singapore, March 27–29, 2022
- Workshop: Developing the MYP (Arabic) Curriculum – Category 2, January 2021
- Workshop: Developing the MYP (Arabic) – Group 1, August 23, 2021
- Workshop: IB DP Arabic Language & Literature, Dubai, September 2019
- MYP Workshops – Jordan (2018) & Abu Dhabi (2017)
- PYP Arabic Concept-Based Curriculum, Abu Dhabi, January 2018
- IB Workshop: Arabic Ab Initio, Dubai, April 2015
- Teaching Methodologies & Pedagogy:
- Kagan Cooperative Learning, 2019
- Approaches to Learning, Abu Dhabi, March 2018
- Special Education Needs & Inclusion, ENS RAK, 2018
- Educational methodologies: presented plays and poetic debates, Jordan
- Basic Skills Training Program in Arabic, ENS Campus, 2018
- Arabic as Additional Language, September 2017
- Non-Arabic Speakers Workshop, November 2017
- Courses on Linguistic Delays and Learning Difficulties for Children, Jordan
- Leadership & Teacher Training:
- Certified International Trainer – ICL, December 21–2019
- Training of Trainers, November 23, 2019
- Leadership Certificate for Teachers on IB MYP, ENS RAK, 2019
- Training certificates from Ras Al Khaimah Teachers Training Community
- Technology & Innovation in Education:
- Microsoft Office 365
- ICDL Course
- Training certificates in Education, 2025
- AI in Education Certificate, 2025
- Creativity in Teaching Certificate, 2025
- Professional Development & Participation:
- Various educational courses at Amman Academy, Jordan
- Participation in Education Forum for Private Schools, Jordan
- Participated in multiple educational seminars and forums in the UAE
References
Available on request.
Accomplishments
- Presented numerous plays and poetic debates in Jordan
- Supervised the annual creative writing contest at Emirates National Schools; students consistently won first place among ENS campuses
- Student achieved elite rank in short story writing at UAE level (2024)
- Students won first place in "Little Writer in the Big Book" competition (2023–2025)
- Received the Distinguished Teacher Award – Little Thinkers Platform
- Secured multiple first-place wins in the Reading Knights Competition, including 2024
Awards & Achievements
International Distinguished Teacher Award – Little Thinkers Platform, Medal of Happiness, Multiple first-place wins in Reading Knights Competition for several years, including 2024, Student in 2024 achieved the elite rank in short story writing at the UAE level, mystudents won first place in short story writing in the "Little Writer in the Big Book" competition (2023–2024), Supervised students winning first place in “Little Writer in the Big Book” competition (2023–2024), Nominated for Outstanding Teacher Award at Emirates National School – 2025
professional Strengths
- Curriculum design and development for IB Arabic programs
- Integrating technology, AI, and educational games into language learning
- Student-centered pedagogy with inquiry-based and creative approaches
- Teacher training, mentoring, and capacity building
- Educational consulting for Arabic language instruction
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
MYP+ IB DP Arabic Teacher
Emirates National School-RAK
01.2017 - 12.2025
MYP+ IB DP Arabic Teacher
Emirates National School-RAK
01.2017 - 12.2025
Administrative director of the school
AL madienah school
01.2016 - 01.2017
Administrative director of the school
AL madienah school
01.2016 - 01.2017
Arabic language teacher of the International (IB DP)
Cambridge high school
01.2008 - 01.2017
Arabic language teacher of the International (IB DP)
Cambridge high school
01.2008 - 01.2017
Arabic language teacher
Amman Academy
01.2005 - 01.2008
Arabic language teacher
Amman Academy
01.2005 - 01.2008
Arabic language teacher & leadership & Arabic supervisor in the Arabic department
Rosary School
01.1997 - 01.2005
Arabic language teacher & leadership & Arabic supervisor in the Arabic department
Rosary School
01.1997 - 01.2005
Higher Diploma - School administration
University of Jordan
BA - Arabic Language
University of Jordan