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BATOOL BILGRAMI

BATOOL BILGRAMI

IGCSE/As Level Chemistry Teacher
Dubai,No states available

Summary

Resourceful Chemistry Teacher offering 7 years of experience bringing chemistry coursework to life through practical explanations and tangible lab exercises. Expert in teaching students to develop science-based conclusions through scientific method. Focused on influencing students' individual academic growth while learning to work as team.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications

Work History

IGCSE/As Level Chemistry Teacher

GEMS Founders School - Al Barsha
Dubai
08.2024 - Current
  • Preparing students for Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and A-Level Chemistry examinations through targeted revision strategies, past paper analysis, and exam technique workshops.
  • Ensuring students develop strong practical skills required for Edexcel A-Level Chemistry, including core practicals and competency-based assessments.
  • Mentored students individually, guiding them towards academic success and personal growth.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects, promoting a deeper understanding of chemistry across subjects.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learners, resulting in improved comprehension and achievement.
  • Instructed students in lab by teaching safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Provided consistent feedback on assignments, empowering students to take ownership of their learning process and make improvements as necessary.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Evaluated student progress through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for optimal results.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in chemistry education.

IGCSE Chemistry/ AP Environmental Science Teacher

AL Dhafra Private School
Al Ain
09.2023 - 07.2024
  • Instructing IGCSE Chemistry and AP Environmental Science, contributing to the comprehensive academic curriculum
  • Developed curriculum aligned with state standards, ensuring comprehensive coverage of required topics for environmental science education.
  • Implementing diverse teaching methodologies to engage students in both theoretical and practical aspects of science
  • Implementing differentiation strategies to cater to diverse learning styles and abilities
  • Creating an inclusive classroom environment that accommodates individual needs, ensuring equitable access to education for all students
  • Fostering a positive and collaborative classroom atmosphere that encourages student participation
  • Introducing innovative and hands-on teaching practices to enhance the learning experience
  • Encouraging out-of-the-box thinking by incorporating real-world examples and applications into science lessons
  • Providing constructive and timely feedback to guide students in their academic progress and foster continuous improvement
  • Developing lesson plans that encourage students to think critically and apply scientific principles to problem-solving
  • Leading the Sustainable School Initiative program, a collaboration with AbuDhabi Environmental Agency
  • Spearheading efforts to integrate environmental sustainability into the school's culture, curriculum, and operations
  • Actively participating in professional development opportunities to stay abreast of the latest teaching methodologies and scientific advancements

Secondary School Science Teacher

Al Ain American School
Al Ain
08.2019 - 12.2022
  • Planning for outstanding teaching and learning, in line with the schools Teaching and Learning Policy, through creating a climate for learning that is conducive for outstanding practice
  • Identifying SEN (POD), EAL and G&T students and ensuring that their needs are met through differentiation
  • Making effective use of assessment for learning; Making effective use of performance data and key indicators to inform planning and therefore deliver differentiated lessons
  • Making effective use of ICT to enhance learning and progress
  • Maintaining discipline in accordance with the school's Behavior for Learning Policy' and encouraging good practice with regard to punctuality, behavior, standards of work and homework
  • Mark students work at least once every two weeks, and set targets for progress, in accordance with the school's Marking Policy
  • Assess and record students' progress systematically and keep records; using performance data to inform planning, student learning and progress
  • Take part in subject development by producing, reviewing and updating curriculum plans and schemes of work; Keep subject knowledge up-to-date through CPD and professional reading
  • Established a positive classroom environment that supported the social and emotional growth of students, resulting in improved behavior and overall wellbeing.
  • Served as a faculty advisor for extracurricular clubs, fostering student interests and nurturing their potential outside of regular class hours.

SCIENCE & CHEMISTRY TEACHER

The Oxford School
Dubai
11.2015 - 02.2017
  • Use a range of teaching and learning strategies to engage learners in active learning opportunities that promote the development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance capabilities and that help learners assume responsibility for identifying and using learning resources
  • Engage learners in individual and cooperative learning activities that help them develop their knowledge, skills, understanding and attitudes for learning
  • Use formal tests, responses to quizzes, evaluation of class assignments, learner performances, projects, and standardized achievement tests to understand what learners know
  • Create daily lesson plans and learning activities for students based on national, local and school standards in science education and research and knowledge of developmental behaviors
  • Deliver high-quality, engaging instruction in the form of discussion, direct teaching, demonstrations and independent practice using a variety of proven methods and implementing 21st century learning
  • Evaluate student performance on tasks established by the standards using different methods such as observation, performance-based tasks or other standard test practices
  • Mentored students individually, guiding them towards academic success and personal growth.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.

Education

Teaching Professional License -

Ministry of Education
United Arab Emirates
03.2024 - 03.2026

Post Graduate Diploma - Education

Abu Dhabi University
United Arab Emirates
09.2023 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Science - Applied Chemistry and chemical technology

University of Karachi
Pakistan
01.2010 - 01.2014

Skills

Sustainable Education Advocacy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Student assessment proficiency

Classroom management

Teamwork and collaboration

Time Management

Effective communication

Laboratory experiments

Curriculum development

Project-based learning design

Accomplishments

  • Worked as a Sustainability Leader for Al Dhafra Private Shool
  • Assisted as the Team Lead for after school ECAs
  • Assisting students for KENNEDY LUGAR YOUTH EXCHANGE PROGRAM for USA
  • Worked as Lab Chemist at SGS Pakistan
  • Chemical and Biological Safety certification by ICCS, University of Karachi
  • Food Safety HACCP level 1 & ISO 22000:2005 certification from SGS Pakistan
  • Attended One Day session on Fire Fighting and First Aid awareness, organized by University of Karachi

Career Gap

Mother, 03/01/17, 07/01/19

Certification

IELTS 7.5, British Council

Timeline

IGCSE/As Level Chemistry Teacher

GEMS Founders School - Al Barsha
08.2024 - Current

Teaching Professional License -

Ministry of Education
03.2024 - 03.2026

Post Graduate Diploma - Education

Abu Dhabi University
09.2023 - 01.2024

IGCSE Chemistry/ AP Environmental Science Teacher

AL Dhafra Private School
09.2023 - 07.2024

Secondary School Science Teacher

Al Ain American School
08.2019 - 12.2022

SCIENCE & CHEMISTRY TEACHER

The Oxford School
11.2015 - 02.2017

Bachelor of Science - Applied Chemistry and chemical technology

University of Karachi
01.2010 - 01.2014
BATOOL BILGRAMIIGCSE/As Level Chemistry Teacher